PHOENIX, Nov. 20, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Republic Services,
Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is pleased to announce that the Company earned a
top score of 100 percent and the distinction of "Best Places to
Work for LGBTQ Equality" on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation's
2018 Corporate Equality Index (CEI), a national benchmarking tool
on corporate policies and practices pertaining to lesbian, gay,
bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) workplace equality.
Republic is the sole recycling and solid waste collection provider
to achieve a top score of 100 percent.
"Republic cannot thrive without hiring the best talent into a
truly diverse and inclusive workplace and culture," said
Mike Huycke, senior vice president
of human resources at Republic Services. "We believe in making our
people feel welcomed and valued, and it is important that we
provide an inclusive work environment and evolving benefits
programs that enable us to recruit and retain the best people. It
is part of what makes Republic a great place to work, and it has
become integral to fulfilling our promise to our customers."
The Company prioritizes programs and initiatives to make all
employees feel welcomed and valued. Diversity and inclusion at
Republic involves a robust talent acquisition function, ongoing
employee education, manager accountability as well as prioritizing
development and promotional opportunities for all employees.
The 2018 Corporate Equality Index evaluated and rated businesses
nationwide on their LGBTQ-related policies and practices, including
non-discrimination workplace protections, domestic partner
benefits, transgender-inclusive health care benefits, competency
programs and public engagement with the LGBTQ community.
For more information on the 2018 Corporate Equality Index, or to
download the report, please visit www.hrc.org/cei.
Republic has been steadily building on programs and initiatives
to attract diverse, talented individuals. The Company was recently
recognized by Forbes on its 2017 America's Best Large
Employers List as well as named among the World's Most Ethical
Companies by the Ethisphere Institute.
About Republic Services
Republic Services, Inc. is an industry leader in U.S. recycling and
non-hazardous solid waste disposal. Through its subsidiaries,
Republic's collection companies, recycling centers, transfer
stations and landfills focus on providing effective solutions to
make proper waste disposal effortless for its 14 million customers.
We'll handle it from here.®, the brand's promise, lets
customers know they can count on Republic to provide a superior
experience while fostering a sustainable Blue Planet for future
generations to enjoy a cleaner, safer and healthier world.
For more information, visit the Republic Services website at
RepublicServices.com. "Like" Republic on Facebook at
www.facebook.com/RepublicServices and follow on Twitter
@RepublicService.
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