Ohio Governor's Council on People with Disabilities names Kroger 'Employer of the Year'

CINCINNATI — Kroger announced Friday it has been named "Employer of the Year" by the Ohio Governor's Council on People with Disabilities for significantly contributing to employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. 

 

Kroger was nominated for this recognition by the Warren County Board of Developmental Disabilities. The company received the award at a ceremony at the Ohio Statehouse on Oct. 16.

 

"We have a long tradition of hiring people with disabilities, especially on our front lines serving customers," stated Keith Dailey, Kroger's director of corporate communications. "Kroger is honored to receive this recognition from the Governor's Council on People with Disabilities and the Warren County Board of Developmental Disabilities."

 

Kroger also was recognized earlier this year by the Marriott Foundation for People with Disabilities. Kroger has worked with the Marriott Foundation's Bridges from School to Work program to help transition young people with disabilities from high school to the workforce.