Smart Business Magazine, December 2017

2017Pill r Award for Community Service Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC Carlos Hungria COO www bendix com Bravo Wellness James Pshock founder and CEO www bravowell com 40 Smart Business Cleveland December 2017 CELEBRAT I N G 2 0 Y E A R S S ocial responsibility is deeply rooted in the corporate values at Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC says Jeff Griffiths executive director at HandsOn Northeast Ohio We have been fortunate to partner with Bendix since 2013 when we became the volunteer center out of the United Way of Greater Lorain County Griffiths says In that time we have seen directly a commitment to employee volunteerism In 2017 Bendix engaged employees in wide range of projects through its partnership with HandsOn Northeast Ohio This included work benefiting the Friendship Animal Protective League Valor Home of Lorain County and Ohio Veterans Homes There was also an environmental commitment made by the companys internal Green Team which drew volunteer support for Cascade Park in Elyria where Bendix is based In addition Bendix hosted a volunteer fair for its employees to learn about and connect with local organizations in need Through the leadership of COO Carlos Hungria Bendix also connects its corporate values of safety and expertise in science technology engineering and math to engage local students in Elyria Bendix is a community leader in giving back and engaging in corporate social responsibility efforts that are thoughtful strategic and provide for increased employee satisfaction with external targeted results This has enabled the company to build a strong partnership with organizations such as HandsOn Northeast Ohio and the United Way of Greater Lorain County PILLAR AWARD HONOREE B ravo Wellness takes great pride in each unique step James Pshock takes toward serving the community the company calls home He has shown his team what leadership looks like even when no one is watching And he has demonstrated his commitment to this effort by continuing to lead while grieving the recent loss of his dear friend mentor and father Richard Pshock James Pshock founded Bravo Wellness in 2008 and continues to serve as CEO As a visionary with a deep understanding of wellness regulations he has developed and executed an innovative business concept to address an underserved niche market He is a passionate and energetic entrepreneurial leader with more than 26 years of experience in employee health and benefits Bravo Wellness demonstrates diverse industry and functional expertise with a tenacious commitment to providing exceptional service and value It leads to growing market share as well as volunteerism and generous giving within Greater Cleveland There are six core values Bravo team members strive to follow each day Serving others doing what is right tenacious problem solving seeking and applying knowledge and supporting each other and building community Its all part of the effort to make a difference That message is further reinforced through a company wide competition called Bravo Games This series of fundraising Olympics was borne out of Pshocks desire to help others and have fun while doing so PILLAR AWARD HONOREE