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MEREDITH CORPORATION RECEIVES SILVER DESIGNATION

Submitted by iowabicycle on Tue, 09/29/2009 - 09:36

 

The League of American Bicyclists announced today that Meredith Corporation (NYSE: MDP) has been awarded the Silver designation as part of the League’s Bicycle Friendly Business program.  The program recognizes businesses that provide accommodations for bicyclists.  Meredith was one of just 45 companies recognized nationwide by the League as part of the Bicycle Friendly Business program.

 

“Bicycling is an important part of our effort to promote regular physical activity through our employee wellness initiative,” said Tim O’Neil, Meredith Wellness Manager.  “It also makes sense from an environmental standpoint, so this is a win for everyone.” 
Meredith supports bicycling to work in a variety of ways that include:  
  • A bicycle commuter subsidy that provides regular commuters with up to $240 per calendar year in reimbursed fees for full-time and part-time benefits eligible employees;
  • Lockers/showers for employees that commute;
  • A Meredith bicycle trail;
  • Involvement in outreach activities such as the annual Bike to Work Week in May. 

 

“Bicycling is a practical form of physical activity that has the added benefits of reducing congestion and the need for parking, reducing the carbon footprint, increasing productivity, and raising morale,” said League President Andy Clarke.  “We commend Meredith for its very strong program in support of this activity.”   
About Meredith Corporation 
Meredith (www.Meredith.com) is the leading media and marketing company serving American women. Meredith combines well-known national brands - such as Better Homes and Gardens, Parents and Family Circle - with 12 local network-affiliated television brands in fast-growing markets and a robust online presence through the Meredith Women's Network, the first brand network comprised of premium websites geared toward the topics that matter most to women. Meredith also features full-service marketing solutions capabilities that provide national and international companies with innovative and cutting-edge marketing services. In the last three years, the company has significantly added to its portfolio through acquisitions and investments in the digital, mobile, word-of-mouth, health care and database areas.  
Media Contact:
Jennifer McCoy
Office: 515-284-3386
Cell: 515-321-1410

 

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