3.11.10 | Green Bay, WI | KI employees nationwide rallied their support for Haitian co-workers at its manufacturing facility in Montreal whose families were directly affected by the recent natural disasters in Haiti.  KI’s Montreal plant, which specializes in wood manufacturing, currently employs nearly 20 percent of individuals from Haitian decent, most of who still have immediate family members in their native country.    

“KI reacted immediately to the needs of its employees,” said Beth Seymour, vice president of business operations, KI. “We strive to be a company that not only upholds strong moral business practices but also one that supports our co-workers in a most dire time of need.” 

KI’s corporate headquarters and manufacturing facility, located in Green Bay, Wis., rallied support with multiple fundraising efforts, including a bake sale and various raffle activities.  In all, KI employees raised over several thousand dollars to be sent to the manufacturing facility in Montreal for the direct benefit of Haitian employees and their families.

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KI manufactures innovative furniture and wall system solutions for education, healthcare, government and corporate markets. The employee-owned company is headquartered in Green Bay, Wis. and operates sales offices and manufacturing facilities in the United States, Canada, Latin America, Europe and Asia. KI tailors products and service solutions to the specific needs of each customer through its unique design and manufacturing philosophy. For more information, visit www.ki.com.