Medica to be Recognized as a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Company
UPDATED MEDIA RELEASE: For Immediate
Release Aug. 29, 2024
MINNETONKA, Minn. – Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan will recognize Medica as a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon company for its efforts in supporting the military community at a proclamation event in Minnetonka, Minn., on Thursday, August 29.
The lieutenant governor will join Army Maj. Gen. Johanna Clyborne, Minnesota National Guard Assistant Adjutant General, and other dignitaries for the event at Medica’s campus to recognize this significant achievement.
“The Minnesota National Guard and Beyond the Yellow Ribbon value all our partnerships across the state in the places where we live, work, and serve,” said Army Maj. Gen. Johanna Clyborne, Minnesota National Guard Assistant Adjutant General and the military representative who will speak at the event.
“We can focus on our mission, find opportunities, and care for our families, thanks to the commitment and steadfast support of many Minnesota communities, organizations and companies, like Medica.”
“We are extremely proud to earn the Beyond the Yellow Ribbon designation,” said Dan Abdul, Medica Chief Information Officer and executive sponsor of Medica Salutes, an employee resource group within Medica for military veterans and advocates.
“Medica is committed to supporting our employees’ military service whether they’re active duty, a veteran, or a family member. This provides an opportunity to create broader support for our communities as a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon organization.”
The mission of Beyond the Yellow Ribbon is to establish and sustain a comprehensive community and corporate support network that connects and coordinates agencies, organizations, and resources to meet the needs of Minnesota’s military veterans, service members, and families in all military branches.
Editor’s Note: Media members are invited to the proclamation event Thursday, Aug. 29, at 9:30 a.m. at Medica, located at 401 Carlson Parkway, Minnetonka, Minn. 55305. The ceremony starts at 10 a.m. Media can RSVP to Cristina Oxtra at (763) 349-2047 or e-mail cristina.f.oxtra.nfg@army.mil. Visit https://MinnesotaNationalGuard.ng.mil/btyr to learn more about Beyond the Yellow Ribbon.
– About the Minnesota National Guard –
Established in 1856 and headquartered in St. Paul, the Minnesota National Guard has more than 13,000 Soldiers and Airmen who serve in 58 communities across the state. The Citizen-Soldiers and Airmen of the Minnesota National Guard are ‘Always Ready’ to fight the nation’s wars, protect the country, respond to state emergencies, and contribute to local communities. For more information about the Minnesota National Guard, visit https://MinnesotaNationalGuard.ng.mil.