U. S. Steel to be Recognized as a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Company

MEDIA RELEASE: For Immediate Release
June 25, 2024

VIRGINIA, Minn. – U. S. Steel will be recognized as a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon company for its efforts in supporting the military community at a proclamation event in Virginia, Minn., on Thursday.

“We value our partnerships with the many companies, organizations, and communities across Minnesota that are part of our Beyond the Yellow Ribbon network, and we are pleased to welcome U. S. Steel as our newest partner to this network,” said Air Force Col. Nathan Aysta, 148th Fighter Wing commander and the Minnesota National Guard representative who will speak at the event. “The company’s commitment to actively supporting our military veterans, service members, and families is important and deeply appreciated by all of us.”

“Earning the Beyond the Yellow Ribbon distinction is a great honor for U. S. Steel and solidifies our commitment to active duty and veteran members of the armed forces who work in our mines and mills,” said Travis Kolari, Head of Operations, Minnesota Ore Operations Processing for U. S. Steel. “These individuals and their families make tremendous sacrifices for our freedom, and we strive to create a workplace where the men and women who have served our nation can have the support and opportunities they deserve.”

Beyond the Yellow Ribbon’s mission 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, June 27, at 11 a.m. at the Iron Trail Motors Event Center, 919 6th Street South, Virginia, Minn. 55792. The ceremony starts at 11:30 a.m. Media can RSVP to Cristina Oxtra at (763) 349-2047 or cristina.f.oxtra.nfg@army.mil. Visit MinnesotaNationalGuard.ng.mil/btyr for more information 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.