Smart Business Magazine, January 2019

12 Smart Business Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Winter 2019 G uided by the belief that helping others succeed is what makes communities strong Standard Textile has a long proud history of giving to organizations that unite focus and mobilize efforts to ensure donations are used to make a meaningful tangible impact Many organizations have benefited from the companys service For example as a Disaster Responder Program Member for the American Red Cross Standard Textile has donated truckloads of products to assist victims of natural disasters In response to a low level of towel stock last summer Standard Textile increased the Red Cross towel inventory tenfold to furnish 40 prestocked shelter trailers in preparation for disaster relief The products were put to use almost immediately as significant portions of the U S were devastated by three historic hurricanes as well as the deadliest week of wildfires in California history Additionally Standard Textile donated diapers and incontinence products to the Texas Diaper Bank which aims to meet the basic needs of vulnerable babies children with disabilities and seniors Standard Textile associates have also rolled up their sleeves to make an immeasurable difference in communities around the globe by investing their personal resources leadership energy and time They have built houses for the homeless collected goods and money for the victims of natural disasters granted wishes for the terminally ill participated in charitable bike rides and marathons for cancer and arthritis patients as well as provided service troops with moraleboosting gifts Standard Textile is led by President and CEO Gary Heiman Standard Textile Gary Heiman President and CEO P I L L A R AWA R D H O N O R E E T he Corporex Family of Cos invests more than bricks and mortar William P Bill Butler the companys founder chairman and CEO commits to corporate philanthropy because giving back lays the foundation for a strong and vibrant community Years ago Butler and his wife Sue established a family foundation to set an example of generosity Following suit the companys leadership team fosters a culture of contribution which comes in part through the work ethic of Corporexs employees Through the companys corporate giving program Corporex and its affiliates donate significant resources to strengthen communities with special emphasis on education health care and social service charities In the past 12 months Corporex and its affiliates contributed to more than 50 local nonprofits through monetary and in kind donations event sponsorships causerelated marketing and pro bono professional services that leverage the skills of the companys development construction design and finance professionals In addition to annual cash contributions the company regularly supports the operations and development of select charities and community initiatives For example Butler founded Life Learning Center to help disadvantaged individuals reach their highest potential Since 2006 Corporex and The Butler Foundation have given significant charitable support to the Centers launch and expansion Today Life Learning Center is a public charity that prepares at risk adults for productive employment and long term life success through a unique program that combines holistic education job search training and individualized life coaching The Corporex Family of Cos William P Bill Butler Founder chairman and CEO P I L L A R AWA R D H O N O R E E 2019Pill r Award for Community Service