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When Hurricane Helene barreled toward North Carolina in September 2024, Johnny West, Safety Coordinator at Ingles Markets, sprang into action to notify employees and protect the company’s sole distribution center.

In this episode, Johnny shares the compelling story of how his team responded to Helene, ensured employee safety, and got the distribution center back up and running. Hear firsthand about the critical decisions and strategies that helped Ingles Markets navigate one of the most challenging moments in its history.

Johnny’s story highlights:

  • How Ingles Markets prepared for Hurricane Helene’s impact
  • The importance of emergency communication in high stakes situations
  • Lessons learned that informed the company’s future preparedness strategies
  • Practical tips for any organizations facing severe weather threats

The Employee Safety Podcast is hosted by Peter Steinfeld, SVP of Safety Solutions at AlertMedia.

You can find this interview and many more by following The Employee Safety Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.

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