Veritiv: A Day in the Life at a Most Loved Workplace®
Explore a typical day at Veritiv, a Most Loved Workplace®, where collaboration, communication, and employee-centric initiatives are central to the company culture.
The Veritiv Experience: A Look Inside a Most Loved Workplace®
At Veritiv, a leading global business-to-business distributor of packaging, facility solutions, and print products, the daily work experience is shaped by a strong commitment to its people and a culture of collaboration. Certified as a Most Loved Workplace® in 2026, Veritiv fosters an environment where employee engagement and confidence in leadership are consistently high [MLW certification].
Foundations of a Loved Workplace
Veritiv's culture is built on its CODE of Values: Cultivate Innovation, Own It, Deliver and Delight, and Embrace the Green. These values are not just statements but are actively integrated into the daily operations and interactions of employees. A "One Team" mindset encourages diverse perspectives and fosters collaboration across departments [Company digest].
Employee feedback plays a crucial role in shaping the Veritiv experience. The company regularly conducts engagement and pulse surveys, with an impressive 91% employee participation rate in March 2023. These surveys have revealed that 90% of employees feel a good fit with Veritiv's culture, and 88% express confidence in the company's strategy and leadership [MLW certification]. This dedication to listening and responding to employees is a hallmark of a loved workplace.
Leadership That Listens and Acts
Salvatore A. Abbate, CEO, exemplifies a leadership style focused on employee input. He conducted a series of small-group, live-video roundtables with more than 600 employees across North America to understand their perspectives and identify areas for improvement. This "listening tour" directly influenced tangible changes, including the implementation of "Dress for Your Day" guidelines and new profit-sharing opportunities for 4,700 previously non-bonus-eligible employees [MLW certification]. This demonstrates a direct link between employee feedback and actionable changes that impact daily work life.
Fostering Connection and Collaboration
Collaboration is a key element of the daily experience at Veritiv. The company utilizes an internal Net Promoter Score (NPS) survey, launched in 2022, to encourage positive and constructive feedback between departments. The BRAVO recognition platform further reinforces this collaborative spirit and the "One Team" focus [Company digest].
Internal communication is facilitated by Vibe, a platform that connects Veritiv's global sites. This ensures that employees stay informed and allows for diverse perspectives to be shared and met with enthusiasm, contributing to a sense of community regardless of location [MLW certification]. Managers are also equipped to turn survey results into specific team action plans, ensuring that feedback leads to tangible improvements within individual teams [Company digest].
Benefits Supporting Daily Life and Beyond
Beyond the intrinsic aspects of culture and collaboration, Veritiv offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees in various aspects of their lives. These benefits contribute to a positive daily experience by providing security and opportunities for growth:
- Company-wide profit-sharing: All employees are eligible for profit-sharing plans [MLW certification].
- 401(k) matching: Veritiv matches 100% of the first 3% of employee contributions, plus an additional 50% of the next 2% contributed, with immediate vesting [MLW certification].
- Tuition reimbursement program: Supporting continuous learning and career development [MLW certification].
- Paid parental bonding time: For mothers and fathers, including time for adopted children [MLW certification].
- Paid volunteer time: Eight hours of paid volunteer time annually per employee [MLW certification].
- Matching charitable contributions: Up to $10,000 per employee, per year [MLW certification].
These benefits underscore Veritiv's investment in its employees' well-being, both professional and personal, which directly impacts their daily satisfaction and long-term commitment to the organization.
What We Can Confirm About a Day in the Life at Veritiv
- Veritiv achieved an 85 employee engagement score in March 2023 [Company digest].
- 90% of employees feel a good fit with Veritiv's culture [MLW certification].
- 88% of employees express confidence in the company's strategy and leadership [MLW certification].
- CEO Sal Abbate conducted live-video roundtables with over 600 employees, leading to action plans like "Dress for Your Day" and new profit sharing [MLW certification].
- Veritiv offers company-wide profit sharing, 401(k) matching, tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, and paid volunteer time [MLW certification].
Prepared by Best Practice Institute Editorial Staff for The Workplace Report. Methodology: /methodology.
Researched and edited by Best Practice Institute Editorial Staff. See our methodology. Originally syndicated from Visipage.