Whirlpool Corp. has been recognized as one of America’s ‘Most JUST Companies’ in the annual rankings published recently by CNBC and JUST Capital. The company ranked among the leaders in the Household Goods and Apparel industry.
Commenting on receiving the award, Marc Bitzer, Chairman and CEO of Whirlpool Corporation, said, “We are proud to once again be named one of America’s most JUST companies in recognition of our commitment to a healthy and equitable workplace, social responsibility and environmental sustainability. For 111 years, improving life at home has been central to our corporate purpose. This honour is a testament to the work of our 69,000 employees around the globe who strive every day to bring that same purpose alive in our products, workspaces and communities.”
Each year, JUST Capital partners with CNBC to evaluate and celebrate U.S. corporations that outperform on the issues that matter most to the American public – such as creating jobs in the U.S., paying a fair, living wage, prioritizing accountability to all stakeholders, protecting worker health and safety, providing benefits and work-life balance, cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace, producing sustainable products and protecting customer privacy.
