When the Right Decisions are the Most Difficult

From Michael Johnson, CEO Cox Industries

As I am writing this article, a neighboring manufacturer is facing an imminent union strike. Without any inside information, I am assuming the reasons for the strike involve frozen pay, suspended benefits or some combination thereof. Last week, I noticed a sign in an Orangeburg fast food restaurant notifying would-be patrons that tomatoes were no longer included on their sandwiches.

Cox Partners with Simpson Strong-Tie for Deck Building Workshop

On May 27th, Cox partnered with Simpson Strong-Tie to offer a free deck building workshop at Yoder’s Building Supply in Fair Play, SC. Attendees included everyone in the construction industry from designer to builder to inspector. Yoder’s is known for its service and quality products and its commitment to community outreach. Previously, Cox has offered continuing education (CE) and product knowledge classes at Yoder’s Supply.

Cox Provides CE for SC Home Builders Association

Beginning in April, Cox Industries was approved to teach continuing education (CE) courses for the Master Builder Certification Program through the Home Builders Association of South Carolina (HBASC). Continuing education events, held at Cox dealer locations, have provided an excellent opportunity to build the relationships between architects and retailers.

Cox Sponsors Lineman Rodeo

Since 2006, Cox Industries has sponsored four Lineman’s Rodeos; three in the southeast, (Georgia and Kentucky) and one in South Dakota. Cox donates CCA-ET (emulsion treatment) utility poles for use in event competitions, which are based on traditional lineman tasks and skills. The Pole Climbing competition has subcategories for speed, team relay and hurt man rescues. Attendance usually consists of friends, family members, co-workers and spectators who cheer on the linemen during competition.

Cox Cares: Philanthropy Report

Cox continues to support our local communities. The Philanthropy Committee was founded to sustain our Core Value to “support our nation and our local communities”. Focusing on organizations that have a profound and immediate impact on those communities, which our employees and customers call home, Cox donated this year to many worthy causes such as The Oaks and Habitat for Humanity.