🗓️ This Week at Merrell Bros.

Discover what’s happening around the company.

📰 Company News & Announcements

📌 2026-2027 Open Enrollment Ends This Friday (June 5)

Open Enrollment is well underway and ends this Friday, June 5. If you have not already made your benefit selections for this year, please be sure to get it done this week before the deadline on Friday!

If you have any questions, or run into any issues please reach out to Candice Collins via email at [email protected], phone at (800) 663-8830, or reach out via Teams for assistance.

📌 Merrell Bros., Inc. | In the News

Merrell Bros. made headlines last week! From major company milestones to community events and industry recognition, here’s a look at where our teams and projects were featured in the news this week.

📰 Governor Braun Highlights Merrell Bros. Expansion on WTHR Segment

Merrell Bros. was recently featured by WTHR and recognized by Governor Mike Braun as part of Indiana’s continued economic growth. The coverage highlighted the expansion of our Indiana headquarters and the investment being made in the future of the company, our employees, and the communities we serve.

You can read the full story on WTHR, here: https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/environmental-services-company-announces-165-million-expansion-kokomo-facility-howard-county-indiana/531-0fd4ff09-d9ba-4dab-aa38-7ef145013c6b

📰 Kennewick BTF Open House Featured by KEPR Action News & Other Media Outlets

Our recent Open House in Kennewick was featured by KEPR and other local news outlets, highlighting the opportunity for community members, partners, and industry professionals to learn more about our operations and meet the team behind the work. It was a great opportunity to showcase our people, our mission, and the impact we make every day.

You can check out the media coverage from the Kennewick project, here:

📌 Employee Photo Contest Submission Changes

We have officially switched from Yourco to Paycom for company text communications. Because of this change, replying directly to the weekly update text will no longer submit Photo Contest entries.

IMPORTANT: To enter the Weekly Employee Photo Contest, please text your photos to 574-699-1155 or email [email protected].

We will no longer be able to see your submissions if they are not sent using either of those two methods.

📌 ERP Implementation Update

The ERP project continues to move forward. From June 1-12, team leaders from across the company will be participating in process design and testing sessions to help shape how the new system supports our operations. Thank you to everyone involved as we work toward a stronger, more connected future for Merrell Bros.!

📌 Biggest Loser Challenge Update

The Biggest Loser Challenge participants are now down nearly 200 pounds as a group. With just 8 weeks remaining, now is not the time to lose sight of the progress you’ve made. Stay focused, keep building on the healthy habits you’ve developed, and finish strong. You’ve come too far to quit now!

For those participating: Please remember to submit your weights to Candice Collins in HR so we can keep the standings accurate and continue sharing updates.

🏆 Grand Prize: Win a FREE 1-Year YMCA Membership

More details coming soon on YMCA corporate rates with payroll deduction starting in July, so stay tuned for that announcement, and keep up the good work team! Let’s keep getting healthier, together!

1. Who’s In

  • Open to anyone
  • 100% voluntary… but bragging rights are not.

2. Weigh-Ins

  • Start: April 13, 2026 (must weigh in or send your starting number to Candace Collins in HR)
  • Finish: July 31, 2026
  • Same scale, same general clothes… don’t show up in steel-toes one time and flip flops the next.

3. How You Win

  • We’re going by % of body weight lost.
  • Simple math:
    (Weight Lost ÷ Starting Weight) × 100
  • Biggest percentage = biggest bragging rights.

4. Keep It Honest

  • No funny business, just be honest
  • What you weigh is what you weigh

5. Tracking

  • We’ll keep track of starting and ending weights.
  • Progress updates may be shared periodically… or we might just let people guess who’s sneaking salads.

6. Help Each Other Out

  • We’ve got some folks here who’ve already been putting in work and making real progress.
  • If that’s you, help the rest out. Share what’s worked, what hasn’t, and any tips or tricks.
  • If you’re new to this, don’t be afraid to ask. Nobody’s got it all figured out.
  • A little advice can go a long way.

7. Shop Rules Apply

  • This is about getting healthier and having some fun.
  • Chirping is allowed. Being a jerk is not.
  • If someone’s grinding, respect it.

8. Prize

  • Winner gets a GRAND PRIZE and permanent bragging rights.

9. Common Sense Clause

  • Don’t do anything silly to lose weight.
  • If your method sounds like a bad idea, it probably is.

Bottom line: Show up, put in the work, help each other out, and let’s get healthier together!

📌 Employee Referral Bonus | Earn $1000

Know someone who would be a great fit for Merrell Bros.? Refer them for any open position within the company and earn a $1000 referral bonus if they stay employed for at least 90 days!

📌 Merrell Bros. Whole-Life Leadership Journey

Building Leaders. Bettering Lives.

The Whole Life Leadership Journey is for every Merrell Bros. team member, no matter your role or title. Guided by the teachings of The Way of the Shepherd, it is designed to help you grow as a leader and as a person by focusing on faith, character, stewardship, and life beyond the job. This journey is about becoming the best version of yourself, at work and at home.

Your Weekly Intentional Practice: Leave Things Better Than You Found Them

Before you leave a job site, shop, office, vehicle, meeting, or conversation this week, ask yourself: “What is one small thing I can do to leave this better than I found it?”

🎧 Solid Start Podcast | Weekly Devotional

Overview: This week on Solid Start, Greg and Brian are joined by Family Pastor Roy Lanten to talk about one of the most impactful experiences in a student’s spiritual journey: church camp. Together, they discuss why camp matters, how God often uses these focused weeks to transform lives, and why investing in your child’s spiritual growth can have lasting eternal significance.

They also dive into this year’s camp theme, “The Greatest,” inspired by the Great Commission in Matthew 28:16-20. In a world where students often struggle with doubt, insecurity, and questions about their worth, this year’s theme reminds them that their hope is not found in themselves, but in Someone far greater. Through Christ’s authority, presence, and mission, students can live with confidence, purpose, and faith.

Whether you’re a parent considering camp for your child or simply want to hear stories of life change and encouragement, this episode will inspire you to see how God can work in powerful ways when students step away from the distractions of everyday life and lean into Him.

Listen now and discover why camp could be one of the greatest investments you make in your child’s faith journey.

Hosted by: Greg Reed & Brian Hertzog

🌐 Listen on your favorite platform:
solidstart.buzzsprout.com

Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and more.

📌 Weekly Photo & Video Contest | Weekly Winner

🏆 Congrats to Jean Merrell!

Jean captured a great moment from the Kennewick BTF Open House, Wade Bonds and his wife, Beth, celebrating a milestone the whole team worked hard to reach.

As Construction Manager, Wade played a key role in getting this project across the finish line. And Beth went above and beyond behind the scenes in the weeks leading up to the event and on the day of, helping make the open house run smoothly.

It takes a full team to pull off a project like this, and we’re proud to say Kennewick came in ahead of schedule and under budget.

A special shoutout to the Bonds family, we appreciate you!

Photo Contest Leaderboard

Leaderboard Scoring Breakdown (Event Showcase Challenge Winner = 100 Points, Weekly Winner = 50 Points, Honorable Mention = 10 Points)

Keep the submissions coming for your chance to earn MB Awards, and work your way up the leaderboard! Want to participate in this week’s photo contest? It’s really easy! See details on how to submit your pics below.

The Merrell Bros. Employee Photo Contest that gives you the opportunity to earn MB Awards points bonuses, have your photos featured online, and compete with coworkers as you rack up wins and climb the leaderboard for even more bonuses!

How It Works

  • Submit your photos and videos each week.
  • If we use your photo or video on social media, the website, or in any marketing materials, you earn MB Awards points — no limit on how many times you can earn.
    • Multiple submissions = more chances to earn.
  • Each week, we will announce our “Photo (or Video) of the Week” contest winner on social media and in the weekly update text.
  • We may also highlight additional weekly honorable mentions, which will also earn MB Awards points if used in marketing materials (social media posts, website, signage, etc.).
  • We’ll track participation and highlight Top Contributors on a running leaderboard, occasionally running competitions and giving you chances to earn even more!

What to Send

Any cool, interesting, fun, etc. pictures or videos from around the company. Here are a few ideas to get you started:

  • Job site action shots
  • Team moments
  • Equipment in use
  • Cool project highlights
  • Scenic shots featuring Merrell Bros., Inc. or FloridaGreen logos
    There’s no wrong submission — just have fun with it.

How to Send Us Your Pictures/Videos

  1. Text your entries to 574-699-1155
  2. Email to [email protected]

Replying directly to the weekly update text will no longer work, so please text your photos to the number shown above, or email them to marketing at the email address shown above.

We will no longer be able to see pictures sent in via reply to the weekly update text.

📅 Reminders

✅ We are hiring! There are multiple positions open within the company. If you know anyone that would be a good fit, please encourage them to visit our careers page to apply!

✅ Don’t forget to complete your assigned Paycom training modules.

🙏 How Can We Support You in Prayer This Week?

If you have a prayer request, click here to share how we can pray for you.