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J.B. Hunt’s Workplace Culture Continues to Earn National Recognition From Newsweek
LOWELL, Ark.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc., one of the largest supply chain solutions providers in North America, today announced it
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[{"type":"text","content":" LOWELL, Ark.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--\nJ.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc., one of the largest supply chain solutions providers in North America, today announced it has been recognized as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for 2023 by Newsweek for its overall workplace culture.\n\n\n“Our workplace culture centers on building an inclusive environment where employees feel empowered,” said Brad Hicks, president of Highway Services and executive vice president of People at J.B. Hunt. “It enables us to develop better strategic solutions for our customers, and these continued recognitions from national outlets like Newsweek are a testament to our company’s progress.”\n\n\nThis is the third and largest recognition the company has received from Newsweek. Earlier this year, the outlet named J.B. Hunt among America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity, America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women, and America’s Greatest Workplaces for Job Starters.\n\n\nTaking Care of Our People\n\n\nJ.B. Hunt believes that a great inclusive workplace will foster company growth and innovation. The company continues to create opportunities where everyone feels seen, heard, valued, enabled and empowered to succeed. From talent acquisition to mentorships, J.B. Hunt provides a workplace centered on employee long-term career development. Some of the company’s recent and notable efforts include:\n\n\n\nLaunching and hosting six employee resource groups with a total of 5,000-plus members.\n\n\n\nCreating the J.B. Hunt Inclusion Office and Inclusion Council to ensure that inclusion remains a key component of creating exceptional employee experiences.\n\n\n\nExpanding health benefits to support the unique needs of people and their families.\n\n\n\nAwarding a total of $250K in scholarships annually for the families of J.B. Hunt employees.\n\n\n\nWelcoming Job Seekers\n\n\nJ.B. Hunt has several programs that complement its recruiting efforts to draw top talent starting their careers. The company offers several internships throughout the year supporting various businesses and services throughout the country. It also provides up to 60 on-campus internships each semester at the University of Arkansas through the J.B. Hunt On The Hill program, helping students gain real-world industry experience.\n\n\nJ.B. Hunt also has a strong collaboration with the Sam M. Walton College of Busi...