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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Staples Business Launches First "Everyday Champions" Contest to Celebrate Janitorial and Facility Professionals
Three grand prize winners to receive $10,000 each in national contest honoring the unsung heroes who keep our workplaces running FRAMINGHAM, Mass., August 18, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Behind every spotless floor, safe hallway and smoothly running business, there's a champion. Today, Staples Business announces the launch of Everyday Champions, a national contest honoring the janitorial, sanitation and facility professionals who keep our workplaces running, often without recognition. "These are the people who show up early, stay late and go the extra mile to create clean, safe and welcoming environments so we can all do our jobs," said Mike Cusick, Senior Vice President, Facilities Solutions for Staples Business. "Everyday Champions is about giving credit where it's long overdue and showing that Staples Business is here to make their jobs easier with the tools, products and expertise they need to succeed." From August 13 to September 15, Staples Business will accept nominations at that spotlight individuals who go above and beyond in their roles. Eligible nominees may include facility staff such as janitors, custodial teams, facility managers or others working behind the scenes to keep organizations running smoothly. Prizing includes: Three grand prize winners will each receive $10,0001 The individuals who nominated them will each receive $500 Five honorable mention prize winners will receive $1,000 Much of the essential work of commercial cleaning happens when most people have gone home, overnight or during off-hours. Yet their impact is felt in every clean surface, safe hallway and operational building. The Everyday Champions contest is focused on real people and real impact. Staples Business will celebrate winners with in-person site visits, professional video and photography and digital profiles that capture the dedication and meaning behind their work. Winners will be announced on or about October 10. For more information, the official rules, or to nominate an Everyday Champion, visit About Staples Business For nearly 40 years, Staples Business has been a trusted leader in delivering end-to-end workplace solutions for organizations of all sizes across a broad range of industries, including education, healthcare and government. The company provides a comprehensive portfolio, including a specialized assortment of breakroom supplies, janitorial products, technology, furniture, print and marketing services and high-quality office essentials, as well as bulk office supplies. This is supported by best-in-class supply chain capabilities and a dedicated team of experts. A free Staples Business account helps make the workday easier with everyday low pricing, digital account tools to manage spending and next-day delivery to over 98% of the U.S. Plus, they facilitate integration with over 170 purchasing platforms to offer a seamless transition for enterprise customers. Headquartered near Boston, Massachusetts, Staples Business operates throughout North America via direct B2B sales and e-commerce. To learn more, visit 1 Awarded to the individual who nominated a grand prize winner, but only if the individual is not also the grand prize winner. View source version on Contacts publicrelations@ Sign in to access your portfolio
Business Wire
3 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Staples Business Launches First 'Everyday Champions' Contest to Celebrate Janitorial and Facility Professionals
FRAMINGHAM, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Behind every spotless floor, safe hallway and smoothly running business, there's a champion. Today, Staples Business announces the launch of Everyday Champions, a national contest honoring the janitorial, sanitation and facility professionals who keep our workplaces running, often without recognition. 'These are the people who show up early, stay late and go the extra mile to create clean, safe and welcoming environments so we can all do our jobs,' said Mike Cusick, Senior Vice President, Facilities Solutions for Staples Business. 'Everyday Champions is about giving credit where it's long overdue and showing that Staples Business is here to make their jobs easier with the tools, products and expertise they need to succeed.' From , Staples Business will accept nominations at that spotlight individuals who go above and beyond in their roles. Eligible nominees may include facility staff such as janitors, custodial teams, facility managers or others working behind the scenes to keep organizations running smoothly. Prizing includes: Three grand prize winners will each receive $10,000 1 The individuals who nominated them will each receive $500 Five honorable mention prize winners will receive $1,000 Much of the essential work of commercial cleaning happens when most people have gone home, overnight or during off-hours. Yet their impact is felt in every clean surface, safe hallway and operational building. The Everyday Champions contest is focused on real people and real impact. Staples Business will celebrate winners with in-person site visits, professional video and photography and digital profiles that capture the dedication and meaning behind their work. Winners will be announced on or about October 10. For more information, the official rules, or to nominate an Everyday Champion, visit About Staples Business For nearly 40 years, Staples Business has been a trusted leader in delivering end-to-end workplace solutions for organizations of all sizes across a broad range of industries, including education, healthcare and government. The company provides a comprehensive portfolio, including a specialized assortment of breakroom supplies, janitorial products, technology, furniture, print and marketing services and high-quality office essentials, as well as bulk office supplies. This is supported by best-in-class supply chain capabilities and a dedicated team of experts. A free Staples Business account helps make the workday easier with everyday low pricing, digital account tools to manage spending and next-day delivery to over 98% of the U.S. Plus, they facilitate integration with over 170 purchasing platforms to offer a seamless transition for enterprise customers. Headquartered near Boston, Massachusetts, Staples Business operates throughout North America via direct B2B sales and e-commerce. To learn more, visit 1 Awarded to the individual who nominated a grand prize winner, but only if the individual is not also the grand prize winner.
Business Wire
17-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
A New Era for Workplace F&B: Crafty Integrates Staples into National Fulfillment Network
CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Crafty, the premier provider of curated food and beverage programs for modern offices and Staples, a trusted leader in workplace solutions with a robust national breakroom offering, are proud to announce a strategic partnership. Together, these two industry leaders are transforming how companies across the U.S. access pantry and breakroom essentials—delivered with the speed, scale, and service excellence that Staples is known for – and that Crafty clients rely on. By integrating Staples' expansive product catalog and industry-leading logistics network into the Crafty Platform, this collaboration unlocks a smarter, more cost-effective fulfillment model for Crafty clients across the US. Staples brings unmatched logistics and distribution power, with 35 fulfillment centers, 950+ retail locations, 2200+ in-house fleet drivers and a robust extended delivery capability that enables same- and next-day deliveries to businesses nationwide. 'This partnership will create significant value for our clients–both financial and operational–by creating access to a wider range of products at competitive prices in the market, without operational complexity,' said Nathan Rosenstock, CEO and Co-Founder of Crafty. 'With Staples as a key partner, we're scaling our reach, simplifying fulfillment, and helping clients optimize their workplace spend—while maintaining the elevated experience Crafty is known for.' Through this partnership, participating Crafty clients gain: More competitive pricing and cost-effective solutions to support workplace budgets. Access to thousands of office and pantry products provided by Staples through the Crafty Platform. Next-day delivery powered by Staples' national logistics fleet. Expanded geographic service coverage, including regions Crafty does not yet directly serve. For Crafty, the partnership also unlocks optionality for clients seeking price stability, while expanding product selection without increasing inventory overhead. At the same time, Staples gains access to Crafty's premier client base and powerful platform that integrates seamlessly into procurement workflows—bringing breakroom and office supply essentials directly into day-to-day ordering routines for Crafty clients. 'As the industry leader in workplace essentials, Staples is proud to partner with Crafty to redefine the modern office experience,' said Mike Cusick, SVP Service & Solutions Sales, Staples Business. 'This collaboration combines Staples' unmatched scale, assortment, and distribution expertise with Crafty's innovative approach to curated hospitality and tech-enabled workplace engagement. We are confident that this partnership will deliver a seamless, elevated breakroom solution for today's evolving workplace.' This partnership represents a category-defining moment in the workplace F&B space—expanding what's possible for clients across industries, company sizes, and regions. About Crafty Crafty is a leading national provider of office food and beverage programs, helping top workplaces elevate the employee experience. Powered by an innovative, centralized platform, Crafty delivers tailored, scalable pantry services designed to meet each client's unique needs. Since 2015, companies like DraftKings, Robinhood, and Zillow have partnered with Crafty to create workplace experiences that foster culture, connection, and productivity. With operations in 45+ markets and a growing national footprint, Crafty supports over 300 client offices and serves more than 300,000 employees each month. Headquartered in Chicago, with offices in New York and the Bay Area, Crafty is helping companies craft better workplaces, one pantry at a time. Learn more at About Staples For nearly 40 years, Staples has been a trusted leader in delivering end-to-end workplace solutions for consumers and businesses of all sizes across a broad range of industries. The company provides a comprehensive portfolio of products, strategic solutions and services, such as print and marketing, shipping, technology, travel and promotional products. Its specialized assortment includes high-quality office supplies, janitorial products, technology, furniture and breakroom essentials, all supported by best-in-class supply chain capabilities and a dedicated team of experts committed to making the workday easier. Headquartered near Boston, Massachusetts, Staples operates throughout North America via direct business-to-business sales, e-commerce and more than 900 retail stores. To learn more, visit your local U.S. Staples store, download the Staples app, explore or or follow @Staples on social media.
