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Lineage Recognized as Top Workplace in Michigan by Detroit Free Press

November 22, 2022

Novi, MI – November 22, 2022 – Lineage, LLC (or the “Company”), the world’s largest temperature-controlled industrial REIT and logistics solutions provider, has been recognized by the Detroit Free Press as one of Michigan’s Top Workplaces in 2022, ranking 26 in the Midsize Workplaces category.

The Detroit Free Press Top Workplaces annual awards program recognizes Michigan-based companies for their people-first work cultures. The recognition was determined by employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey administered by employee engagement technology partner, Energage LLC. The confidential survey measured 15 key culture drivers that are critical to the success of any organization, including alignment, execution, and connection among other areas.

“With our deep roots in the Detroit metro area, it is an honor to be recognized as one of Michigan’s Top Workplaces as we continue to foster a culture and community where our people can thrive,” said Greg Lehmkuhl, President and CEO of Lineage. “As a people-first organization, we are proud to have a workplace where our team members can come to work as their authentic selves as well as where their personal and professional growth and wellness is at the forefront of our work to reimagine the food supply chain.”

As a company that is critical to the global food supply chain, Lineage remains committed to ensuring it is fostering a culture where its global workforce remains motivated and inspired to help feed the world. Recently, the Company launched its “War for Talent” initiative with the objective of improving its recruitment process, offering competitive pay and ensuring employees have the tools necessary to succeed.

“We’re listening to our team members and constantly finding ways to ensure they are fulfilled by their experience at Lineage. One area that has been a huge focal point for us over the past several years is development,” said Sean Vanderelzen, Chief Human Resources Officer at Lineage.Development is critical at Lineage, as we fundamentally believe it helps team members to not only realize their goals, but also to grow with the Company. Specifically, we have created the ‘Leading in the Lineage Way’ training program to help our leaders at all levels hone their skills including team member development and core leadership competency areas."

Lineage continues to seek bright individuals – talent from a diverse set of backgrounds and experiences --  who are interested in joining Lineage at a pivotal time for the Company as it continues to grow and make an impact as it activates its purpose to transform the food supply chain to eliminate waste and help feed the world. To learn more about the exciting career opportunities at Lineage, please visit www.onelineage.com/careers.


About Lineage
Lineage is the world’s largest temperature-controlled industrial REIT and logistics solutions provider. It has a global network of over 400 strategically located facilities totaling over 2 billion cubic feet of capacity, which spans 20 countries across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. Lineage’s industry-leading expertise in end-to-end logistical solutions, its unrivaled real estate network and the development and deployment of innovative technology help increase distribution efficiency, advance sustainability, minimize supply chain waste, and, most importantly, as a Visionary Partner of Feeding America, help feed the world. In recognition of the company’s leading innovations and sustainability initiatives, Lineage was a 2022 U.S. Best Managed Company, No. 3 in the 2022 CNBC Disruptor 50 list, No. 17 in the 2021 CNBC Disruptor 50 list, the No 1. Data Science company, and 23rd overall, on Fast Company’s 2019 list of The World’s Most Innovative Companies, in addition to being included on Fortune’s Change The World list in 2020. (www.onelineage.com)

About Energage
Making the world a better place to work together.TM Energage is a purpose-driven company that helps organizations turn employee feedback into useful business intelligence and credible employer recognition through Top Workplaces. Built on 16 years of culture research and the results from 27 million employees surveyed across more than 70,000 organizations, Energage delivers the most accurate competitive benchmark available. With access to a unique combination of patented analytic tools and expert guidance, Energage customers lead the competition with an engaged workforce and an opportunity to gain recognition for their people-first approach to culture. For more information or to nominate your organization, visit energage.com or topworkplaces.com.

Media Contacts:
Lineage
Christina Wiese
734-608-1855
cWiese@onelineage.com