Thriving Associates
Creating a workplace where our 25,000+ associates feel safe, valued and empowered is one of our four focus areas, helping to cultivate talent, foster an inclusive culture, and provide better service across our operations.
Read the latest reportPrioritizing Safety in Every Operation
Our comprehensive safety programs protect associates navigating physically demanding environments and complex logistics daily.
Investing in People, Delivering Results
Our workplace inclusion efforts and associate development programs help associates build meaningful careers while strengthening UNFI's capabilities. These investments create diverse, engaged teams that drive operational excellence and reflect the communities we serve.
Explore the Topics Covered
Three core strategies guide how we support and empower our associates: associate safety, engagement and wellbeing, and equal opportunities.
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Health & Safety
The health and safety of our associates is foundational to operational excellence and reflects our core values. By providing ongoing safety trainings, standardizing risk-reduction programs, and leveraging data and technology, we seek to reduce injuries, improve operational efficiency and help associates work confidently in safe environments.
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Engagement & Well-being
We strive to cultivate a workforce where associates feel a sense of belonging and are supported to reach their full potential. We support physical, mental and financial health through wellness programs, promote engagement with our seven Belonging & Innovation Groups (BIGs) and encourage community engagement through volunteer initiatives.
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Equal Opportunities
We provide equal opportunities that help associates build careers across our unique network—from distribution centers to retail stores to corporate offices. Through transparent promotion pathways, career and leadership development programs and protection against discrimination we help ensure every associate can reach their full potential.
Our Fiscal 2025 Highlights
mentors connected with 168 associates via the Mentor Marketplace
unique Fresh Perspective webinar topics
virtual BIG meetings, providing education and upskilling sessions
total volunteer hours logged in fiscal year 2025
Continue Exploring Our Impact
Discover how we're creating value across our business through our commitments to Resilient Supply Chain, Efficient & Sustainable Operations and Nourished Communities.
