At Imprint Plus, caring for the environment is part of who we are. This Earth Day, we rolled up our sleeves for our third annual Community Clean-Up, stepping away from our desks and into the neighborhood to help make a difference, one piece of litter at a time.
The event, held on Tuesday, April 22, brought employees together across two shifts to walk from our office to the nearby river, collecting trash along the way. What might sound like a simple effort was actually a powerful reminder of what happens when we come together with a shared purpose. Garbage bags and tongs in hand, the team cleared debris from sidewalks, green spaces, and curbs, all while catching up and getting to know coworkers they might not interact with during a regular workday.
Kim Smith, Senior Product Manager and lead organizer from the Social Committee, said the clean-up reflects what sustainability really means for a company like ours. “As a company that cares about the environment, it’s not just about how we make our products. It’s also about staying connected to the place we call work,” Kim shared. “Getting involved in the community helps remind us that we all share the responsibility to take care of the spaces where we live, work, and play. Every small action adds up.”
She also noted that this year’s event had a surprising twist. “This was our third year doing the clean-up, and I was really impressed by how little trash we found,” Kim said. “It’s always great to get out of the office and do something meaningful together. Working side by side with teammates for a good cause brings us closer and shows how much we care about our neighborhood. Plus, it’s a great way to meet people in the community and brighten up the area a bit.”
Brenda Castells from our Inside Sales team shared how valuable the experience was on a personal level. “Besides the joy of celebrating this day by taking meaningful actions, I enjoyed having the time to connect with my coworkers, which I usually don’t do during work hours due to the workload,” she said. “I think this was a great opportunity to connect with people beyond the Sales team.”
She added, “I’m glad to be part of a company that has strong values and cares about topics like sustainability and the environment, and leaving a positive mark on this world.”
The event was registered with EarthDay.org and added to the global map of Earth Day activities, highlighting our collective impact. While we’re proud of what we accomplished in just a couple of hours, this event is about more than picking up trash. It’s about reinforcing the culture we’re building at Imprint Plus, one rooted in care, connection, and accountability to each other and the planet.
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