Retaining employees requires a fine balance, between providing challenges and communicating openly with those employees to make sure they’re happy in their roles. An employee wants a position to align with their dreams, interests and ambitions. They also typically want longevity, which will happen if they’re in a position that is both thought-provoking and inspiring. […]
On June 22nd 2017, Evans Distribution teamed up with Carhartt to clear out a Detroit Public School, Durfee Middle School, which closed on June 30, 2017. Durfee will turn into a Community Innovation Center in the fall, spearheaded by Life Remodeled—a not-for-profit devoted to improving blighted neighborhoods in Detroit, and providing community resources to brighten […]
The Career Readiness Academy, CRA, held its 6th session at Evans Distribution Systems on April 28th, 2017. The CRA is a mentoring program, hosted by the Detroit Economic Club, that helps high school students prepare for their futures. Each participating high school is paired with a few DEC Young Leaders who mentor the students for six months. […]
Millennials are frequently described as a breed apart. They are easily the most tech-savvy generation in history, but surveys suggest that just 29% of this cohort are truly engaged in their jobs. Some studies have suggested that millennials are not that different after all. Like everyone else, for instance, they seek meaningful employment, disposable income, […]
When the recession of 2007 hit the United States, it hit hard. It greatly impacted the middle class, bankrupt thousands of people, and it left the housing market in shambles. Seven years later, the aftershock of the recession could still be felt as the economy has not fully recovered yet. Because the effects were universal, thousands of people in numerous professions […]
Evans is a Top 100 3PL for the past 11 years, providing complete logistics solutions. As an industry leader in logistics, we strive to provide a quality service to our customers and be an outstanding place to work. We believe the culture of our company creates a positive atmosphere for associates and ultimately for our […]