July 06, 2022
In June, Southwire celebrated Pride Month, a time to acknowledge and recognize the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ+) community and the impact that LGBTQ+ individuals have had on history - locally, nationally and internationally.
Continue readingJune 21, 2022
This week’s issue of the Atlanta Business Chronicle highlights Southwire as its front-page feature, sharing insights into the company’s growth strategy, modernization investments and focus on its people.
Continue readingJune 17, 2022
As part of its ongoing modernization efforts, Southwire has announced the installation of new medium voltage production technology at its manufacturing facility in Heflin, Ala.
Continue readingJune 21, 2022
This week’s issue of the Atlanta Business Chronicle highlights Southwire as its front-page feature, sharing insights into the company’s growth strategy, modernization investments and focus on its people.
Continue readingJune 17, 2022
As part of its ongoing modernization efforts, Southwire has announced the installation of new medium voltage production technology at its manufacturing facility in Heflin, Ala.
Continue readingJune 16, 2022
Supporting its long-term modernization strategy and building on its goal to remain generationally sustainable for the next 100 years and beyond, Southwire broke ground on the construction of its new copper rod manufacturing plant in August 2021.
Continue readingJune 13, 2022
On Tuesday, May 24, 12 for Life® hosted its annual commencement ceremonies in Carrollton, Ga., and Florence, Ala., celebrating 15 years since the program’s inception.
Continue readingMay 10, 2022
Burt Fealing, Southwire executive vice president and general counsel, recently received a 2022 Corporate Counsel Award in the “General Counsel – Small Legal Department” category.
Continue readingMay 09, 2022
Sponsored by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal, the program recognizes outstanding U.S. private companies and the achievements of their management teams.
Continue readingMay 05, 2022
Southwire, one of North America’s leading wire and cable producers and an emerging influence in the electrical industry, is pleased to announce the grand opening of its new Carol Stream, Ill., facility on May 12 at 10 A.M. (CDT).
Continue readingApril 21, 2022
Southwire Canada is pleased to announce that it has been named as a Great Place to Work® (GPTW) Certified™ organization for the second year in a row.
Continue readingApril 11, 2022
Southwire is pleased to announce that eight of its facilities received a 2021 Safety Performance Contest Award from the Georgia Association of Manufacturers \(GAM\).
Continue readingApril 05, 2022
Southwire will soon open office space at The Battery Atlanta in Cobb County adjacent to Truist Park, home of the Atlanta Braves.
Continue readingMarch 28, 2022
Southwire is pleased to announce the acquisition of Novinium, Inc. of Kent, Wash. – a cable rejuvenation solutions provider focused on electric utilities.
Continue readingMarch 17, 2022
The National Association of Manufacturers recently announced that Rich Stinson, Southwire’s president and CEO, has been named to its Board of Directors.
Continue readingMarch 07, 2022
In support of its Carbon Zero goal, Southwire has signed a 10-year contract to participate in Alabama Power’s Renewable Subscription Program (RSP), reducing the company’s enterprise-wide carbon footprint from its operations by approximately 3%.
Continue readingFebruary 25, 2022
Burt Fealing, executive vice president and general counsel at Southwire, was named to Savoy Magazine’s 2022 list of Most Influential Black Lawyers.
Continue readingFebruary 24, 2022
To further Southwire's mission to build a culture that recognizes and celebrates the value of diverse backgrounds, equity in opportunity and inclusivity in action, the company is pleased to announce the launch of its new DEI website.
Continue readingFebruary 23, 2022
Southwire, one of North America’s leading wire and cable producers, has announced a partnership with AMB Sports and Entertainment - AMBSE.
Continue readingFebruary 16, 2022
Southwire Canada is proud to announce that it was recently named on the 2022 list of Best Workplaces for Hybrid Work.
Continue readingFebruary 10, 2022
Southwire is proud to announce that our company has achieved a spot on the list of Top Diversity Employers by DiversityJobs.com for the third year in a row.
Continue readingJanuary 25, 2022
In an effort to drive improvement in the company’s sustainability performance, Southwire retained S&P Global Ratings to provide an independent, forward-looking re-evaluation of the company’s ESG performance.
Continue readingJanuary 13, 2022
Supporting the company’s intent to be a leader in corporate sustainability, Southwire is committing to be a partner of the Copper Mark, a sustainability initiative and designation for businesses in the copper value chain.
Continue readingJanuary 06, 2022
Southwire President and CEO Rich Stinson recently engaged in an interview with Manufacturing Outlook to discuss Southwire.
Continue readingDecember 06, 2021
Supporting the company’s growth strategy and building toward its goal to remain a generationally sustainable, diversified electrical company, Southwire is pleased to announce the acquisition of Topaz Lighting Corporation (Topaz) of Medford, N.Y.
Continue readingNovember 30, 2021
Supporting the company’s growth strategy and strengthening its commitment to remain generationally sustainable, Southwire is pleased to announce the acquisition of OBI Partners, Inc. of Alpharetta, Georgia.
Continue readingNovember 23, 2021
Southwire’s treasury department has been recognized by Treasury & Risk Management \(T&R\) as a 2022 Alexander Hamilton Award recipient in the Risk Management category for its innovative solution to mitigate payments fraud risk.
Continue readingNovember 18, 2021
As the company continues to actively pursue its ambitions to grow as a diversified electrical business, Southwire announced today that it is making organizational changes to align with its strategic plan.
Continue readingNovember 15, 2021
Reinforcing its commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, Southwire is proud to offer educational advancement opportunities to black and female students through its partnership with Electro-Federation Canada (EFC).
Continue readingNovember 05, 2021
Kathleen Edge, Southwire executive vice president of Operations, recently participated as the keynote speaker in The Wire Association International’s (WAI) Virtual Industry 4.0 Conference.
Continue readingOctober 07, 2021
Supporting the company’s commitment to be a leader in sustainability, Southwire is collaborating with BHP, a leading global resources company, on a copper supply traceability pilot project.
Continue readingSeptember 24, 2021
Southwire’s facility in Huntersville, N.C. has again been recognized for its efforts in achieving compliance with air quality permits by receiving the annual Air Compliance Excellence (ACE) Award.
Continue readingSeptember 08, 2021
In support of its Carbon Zero goal, Southwire has signed a contract to participate in Georgia Power’s Customer Renewable Supply Procurement (CRSP) program.
Continue readingAugust 26, 2021
To bolster growth strategy and accelerate greenhouse gas emission reduction
Continue readingAugust 16, 2021
Southwire Canada is proud to announce that it was recently named on the Best Workplaces™ in Manufacturing list, after being named a Great Place to Work® (GPTW) Certified™ Organization.
Continue readingAugust 12, 2021
Southwire has officially broken ground on the construction of its new copper rod manufacturing plant in Carrollton, Ga., featuring an SCR-9000S Copper Rod System.
Continue readingAugust 04, 2021
Southwire’s Kentucky Plant recently received a three-year Occupational Health and Safety (OSHA) Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) recertification.
Continue readingJuly 29, 2021
Southwire’s long-held commitment to sustainability has been evident throughout its history and was formalized with its first official sustainability report in 2007.
Continue readingJuly 14, 2021
Southwire to match one-third of annual energy usage with renewable energy certificates \(RECs\) from Rayos del Sol solar project in Texas.
Continue readingJune 14, 2021
Southwire has partnered with Standard Chartered, a leading international trade bank by investing in sustainable deposits with a focus on environmental, social and corporate governance \(ESG\).
Continue readingMay 11, 2021
Southwire recently obtained a Declare label for its 600 Volt and 1000 Volt SOLONONplus® Type XHHW-2 VW-1 cables, making it the first company in the U.S. to offer a Declare label for a power cable used in the wiring of green building projects.
Continue readingMay 04, 2021
Due to the extreme weather event in mid-February, Southwire received force majeure notifications from a number of its non-metal raw material providers. We have not declared force majeure and are not declaring force majeure at this time.
Continue readingApril 19, 2021
Last year, Southwire committed $1 million dollars of its charitable funding in response to the pandemic, and now, the company is expanding its COVID-19 giving back efforts into 2021 with an additional $500,000.
Continue readingApril 15, 2021
Continuing to support its long-term modernization strategy, Southwire announces a $10 million investment to its Crestview facility, focusing on safety, systems, capacity and materials management.
Continue readingApril 13, 2021
Southwire is proud to announce that it has been selected as a 2021 US Best Managed Company. This is the second year in a row Southwire has been chosen.
Continue readingApril 12, 2021
Vineyard Wind today announced that Southwire will be a key supplier for the design, manufacturing and installation of the onshore cables for Vineyard Wind 1.
Continue readingApril 09, 2021
In response to the devastating tornadoes that recently hit Georgia and Alabama, Southwire’s Project GIFT donated more than $14,000 toward disaster relief efforts.
Continue readingApril 01, 2021
Reinforcing Southwire’s commitment to fostering a community of diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace, the company is proud to announce partnerships toward educational advancement.
Continue readingMarch 29, 2021
Southwire Canada is proud to announce that it recently became a Great Place to Work® (GPTW) Certified™ organization, showcasing the company’s commitment to its employees, communities and other stakeholders.
Continue readingMarch 25, 2021
In support of Southwire's commitment to sustainability, the company made a $5,000 donation to West Atlanta Watershed Alliance directed toward their Proctor Creek Trash Trap Network Education Project.
Continue readingMarch 22, 2021
Bill Fowler was recently voted on as a trustee to the IEC Foundation, showcasing Southwire’s commitment to give back to communities and provide educational opportunities to individuals who need it most.
Continue readingMarch 18, 2021
Continuing to support its long-term modernization strategy, Southwire will soon begin an expansion project at its Retail East CSC in Villa Rica, Ga. by adding more than 230,000 square feet of space to the existing 400,000 square foot distribution center.
Continue readingMarch 11, 2021
In response to the devastating winter storm that hit Texas and other parts of the United States a few weeks ago, Southwire’s Project GIFT provided a tractor trailer filled with pallets of water to Houston Food Bank, an affiliate of Feeding America®.
Continue readingMarch 03, 2021
Due to the extreme weather and corresponding power outages experienced throughout the southern and southwestern United States last week, Southwire has received force majeure notifications from a number of its non-metal raw material providers.
Continue readingFebruary 22, 2021
Supporting its long-term strategic plan, Southwire has divested the intellectual property portfolio of its Moonrays® business, including the Moonrays trademark and URL, to Fusion Products LTD, a Canadian-based company.
Continue readingFebruary 11, 2021
Supporting its long-term modernization strategy and commitment to sustainability, Southwire will soon begin construction of a new copper rod manufacturing plant in Carrollton, Georgia, replacing the existing system.
Continue readingFebruary 09, 2021
Are you interested in a job that is fast-paced, hands-on and has exciting opportunities for growth? Then come join our manufacturing team and become one of The People Behind the Power™! Apply NOW at careers.southwire.com.
Continue readingJanuary 27, 2021
Southwire recently made a $10,000 match contribution issued to The Ray for Georgia Gives Day, securing a record-breaking year in contributions for the nonprofit and launching a larger, ongoing partnership between the two Georgia-based organizations.
Continue readingJanuary 22, 2021
Southwire President and CEO Rich Stinson recently engaged in an interview with Manufacturing Outlook to discuss Southwire, its background and how the company has been successful through innovation in a technology-driven world.
Continue readingJanuary 14, 2021
Thomas Heberling, Southwire vice president of wire and cable manufacturing, was recently announced as the new president for The Wire Association International for a one-year term that commenced on January 1, 2021.
Continue readingJanuary 12, 2021
Southwire Canada recently donated three truckloads worth of product to Habitat for Humanity Canada. Because of this donation, Southwire will be recognized as a Bronze Level Donor through Dec. 31, 2023.
Continue readingJanuary 08, 2021
The Southwire Carrollton Utility Products plant recently recertified its ISO 14001 environmental management system, an internationally agreed standard that helps organizations improve their environmental performance.
Continue readingJuly 06, 2022
In June, Southwire celebrated Pride Month, a time to acknowledge and recognize the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ+) community and the impact that LGBTQ+ individuals have had on history - locally, nationally and internationally.
Continue readingJune 13, 2022
On Tuesday, May 24, 12 for Life® hosted its annual commencement ceremonies in Carrollton, Ga., and Florence, Ala., celebrating 15 years since the program’s inception.
Continue readingJune 10, 2022
Southwire’s Project GIFT recently partnered with Make-A-Wish to complete a room makeover for Nathan, an 11-year-old diagnosed with acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL).
Continue readingJune 08, 2022
In May, Southwire celebrated Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI), Mental Health Awareness and Military Appreciation months by providing the company with resources and opportunities to learn more about each topic.
Continue readingMay 27, 2022
On May 21, Southwire’s Project GIFT partnered with Water Mission to host a Walk for Water event in Carrollton, Ga., collecting more than $25,000 in donations and raising awareness for the global water crisis.
Continue readingMay 04, 2022
In April, Southwire recognized Celebrate Diversity Month, which was established in 2004 to celebrate other cultures, experiences, backgrounds and perspectives, by providing the company with resources and opportunities to learn more about diversity.
Continue readingApril 05, 2022
Southwire will soon open office space at The Battery Atlanta in Cobb County adjacent to Truist Park, home of the Atlanta Braves.
Continue readingMarch 31, 2022
Throughout March, Southwire recognized Women’s History Month by hosting various events, spotlighting employee stories and providing the company with helpful tools to learn more about women and their contributions to history.
Continue readingMarch 16, 2022
Southwire’s Project GIFT is partnering with Project HOPE to provide support for refugees in Ukraine and elsewhere by committing $25,000 toward these efforts, combined with a weeklong external collection effort in order to make the greatest impact.
Continue readingMarch 14, 2022
Southwire’ Project GIFT is partnering with Water Mission to host a Walk for Water on Saturday, May 21, at the company’s corporate location in Carrollton, Ga. Check-in will begin at 8 A.M. EDT, followed by the event at 10 A.M. EDT.
Continue readingFebruary 23, 2022
Southwire, one of North America’s leading wire and cable producers, has announced a partnership with AMB Sports and Entertainment - AMBSE.
Continue readingJanuary 17, 2022
In honor of the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Southwire is pleased to announce its $25,000 donation and signature sponsorship to the King Center.
Continue readingJanuary 12, 2022
The Women’s Network, one of Southwire’s employee resource groups (ERGs), recently partnered with Project GIFT to host a virtual auction and 5K to benefit Hope for the Journey.
Continue readingDecember 30, 2021
On Dec. 10, deadly tornadoes and severe storms ravaged and destroyed communities in six states across the nation.
Continue readingDecember 13, 2021
Over the weekend, deadly tornadoes and severe storms destroyed communities in six states across the nation. In response, Southwire’s Project GIFT will be hosting a disaster relief drive to collect much-needed supplies and holiday gifts for those impacted.
Continue readingDecember 09, 2021
On Dec. 2 and 3, Southwire’s Project GIFT hosted its annual toy drive benefitting Toys for Tots with a goal of collecting 5,000 toys to bring hope to the children of Carroll County this holiday season.
Continue readingNovember 10, 2021
Southwire is excited to announce the return of its annual Toys for Tots Collection Drive on Thursday, Dec. 2, and Friday, Dec. 3, in Carrollton, Ga. from 7 A.M. until 7 P.M. (EST).
Continue readingSeptember 28, 2021
In response to the devastation of Hurricane Ida, which hit the state of Louisiana in late August, Southwire’s Project GIFT donated $10,000 toward disaster relief efforts and hosted an internal contribution campaign.
Continue readingAugust 20, 2021
Multiple facilities returned to an in-person format of the annual giveaway event.
Continue readingAugust 12, 2021
Southwire has officially broken ground on the construction of its new copper rod manufacturing plant in Carrollton, Ga., featuring an SCR-9000S Copper Rod System.
Continue readingJuly 20, 2021
During the Fourth of July holiday weekend, Project GIFT partnered with Officium, one of Southwire’s employee resource groups \(ERGs\), to support Wounded Warrior Project® \(WWP\) by participating in the Carry Forward Virtual 5K.
Continue readingJuly 16, 2021
Southwire is excited to announce the return of its annual Back to School Giveaway with a modified in-person event on Saturday, July 31 from 9:00 a.m. to noon at Midway Church.
Continue readingJuly 14, 2021
Southwire to match one-third of annual energy usage with renewable energy certificates \(RECs\) from Rayos del Sol solar project in Texas.
Continue readingJune 14, 2021
Southwire has partnered with Standard Chartered, a leading international trade bank by investing in sustainable deposits with a focus on environmental, social and corporate governance \(ESG\).
Continue readingMay 31, 2021
Southwire’s legacy has long been defined by service, the belief in doing what one person can do to make a difference. In May, the company dedicated time to honor Military Appreciation Month.
Continue readingMay 11, 2021
Southwire recently obtained a Declare label for its 600 Volt and 1000 Volt SOLONONplus® Type XHHW-2 VW-1 cables, making it the first company in the U.S. to offer a Declare label for a power cable used in the wiring of green building projects.
Continue readingApril 19, 2021
Last year, Southwire committed $1 million dollars of its charitable funding in response to the pandemic, and now, the company is expanding its COVID-19 giving back efforts into 2021 with an additional $500,000.
Continue readingApril 15, 2021
Continuing to support its long-term modernization strategy, Southwire announces a $10 million investment to its Crestview facility, focusing on safety, systems, capacity and materials management.
Continue readingApril 13, 2021
Southwire is proud to announce that it has been selected as a 2021 US Best Managed Company. This is the second year in a row Southwire has been chosen.
Continue readingApril 12, 2021
Vineyard Wind today announced that Southwire will be a key supplier for the design, manufacturing and installation of the onshore cables for Vineyard Wind 1.
Continue readingApril 09, 2021
In response to the devastating tornadoes that recently hit Georgia and Alabama, Southwire’s Project GIFT donated more than $14,000 toward disaster relief efforts.
Continue readingApril 01, 2021
Reinforcing Southwire’s commitment to fostering a community of diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace, the company is proud to announce partnerships toward educational advancement.
Continue readingMarch 29, 2021
Southwire Canada is proud to announce that it recently became a Great Place to Work® (GPTW) Certified™ organization, showcasing the company’s commitment to its employees, communities and other stakeholders.
Continue readingMarch 25, 2021
In support of Southwire's commitment to sustainability, the company made a $5,000 donation to West Atlanta Watershed Alliance directed toward their Proctor Creek Trash Trap Network Education Project.
Continue readingMarch 22, 2021
Bill Fowler was recently voted on as a trustee to the IEC Foundation, showcasing Southwire’s commitment to give back to communities and provide educational opportunities to individuals who need it most.
Continue readingMarch 18, 2021
Continuing to support its long-term modernization strategy, Southwire will soon begin an expansion project at its Retail East CSC in Villa Rica, Ga. by adding more than 230,000 square feet of space to the existing 400,000 square foot distribution center.
Continue readingMarch 11, 2021
In response to the devastating winter storm that hit Texas and other parts of the United States a few weeks ago, Southwire’s Project GIFT provided a tractor trailer filled with pallets of water to Houston Food Bank, an affiliate of Feeding America®.
Continue readingFebruary 11, 2021
Supporting its long-term modernization strategy and commitment to sustainability, Southwire will soon begin construction of a new copper rod manufacturing plant in Carrollton, Georgia, replacing the existing system.
Continue readingFebruary 09, 2021
Are you interested in a job that is fast-paced, hands-on and has exciting opportunities for growth? Then come join our manufacturing team and become one of The People Behind the Power™! Apply NOW at careers.southwire.com.
Continue readingJanuary 27, 2021
Southwire recently made a $10,000 match contribution issued to The Ray for Georgia Gives Day, securing a record-breaking year in contributions for the nonprofit and launching a larger, ongoing partnership between the two Georgia-based organizations.
Continue readingJanuary 12, 2021
Southwire Canada recently donated three truckloads worth of product to Habitat for Humanity Canada. Because of this donation, Southwire will be recognized as a Bronze Level Donor through Dec. 31, 2023.
Continue readingJanuary 08, 2021
The Southwire Carrollton Utility Products plant recently recertified its ISO 14001 environmental management system, an internationally agreed standard that helps organizations improve their environmental performance.
Continue readingJune 13, 2022
On Tuesday, May 24, 12 for Life® hosted its annual commencement ceremonies in Carrollton, Ga., and Florence, Ala., celebrating 15 years since the program’s inception.
Continue readingMay 27, 2022
On May 21, Southwire’s Project GIFT partnered with Water Mission to host a Walk for Water event in Carrollton, Ga., collecting more than $25,000 in donations and raising awareness for the global water crisis.
Continue readingMay 04, 2022
In April, Southwire recognized Celebrate Diversity Month, which was established in 2004 to celebrate other cultures, experiences, backgrounds and perspectives, by providing the company with resources and opportunities to learn more about diversity.
Continue readingApril 21, 2022
Southwire Canada is pleased to announce that it has been named as a Great Place to Work® (GPTW) Certified™ organization for the second year in a row.
Continue readingApril 11, 2022
Southwire is pleased to announce that eight of its facilities received a 2021 Safety Performance Contest Award from the Georgia Association of Manufacturers \(GAM\).
Continue readingMarch 07, 2022
In support of its Carbon Zero goal, Southwire has signed a 10-year contract to participate in Alabama Power’s Renewable Subscription Program (RSP), reducing the company’s enterprise-wide carbon footprint from its operations by approximately 3%.
Continue readingFebruary 28, 2022
In support of the company’s commitment to be a leader in corporate sustainability, Southwire Canada recently implemented LED lighting at its Toronto Customer Service Center (CSC).
Continue readingFebruary 24, 2022
To further Southwire's mission to build a culture that recognizes and celebrates the value of diverse backgrounds, equity in opportunity and inclusivity in action, the company is pleased to announce the launch of its new DEI website.
Continue readingJanuary 25, 2022
In an effort to drive improvement in the company’s sustainability performance, Southwire retained S&P Global Ratings to provide an independent, forward-looking re-evaluation of the company’s ESG performance.
Continue readingJanuary 13, 2022
Supporting the company’s intent to be a leader in corporate sustainability, Southwire is committing to be a partner of the Copper Mark, a sustainability initiative and designation for businesses in the copper value chain.
Continue readingOctober 07, 2021
Supporting the company’s commitment to be a leader in sustainability, Southwire is collaborating with BHP, a leading global resources company, on a copper supply traceability pilot project.
Continue readingSeptember 08, 2021
In support of its Carbon Zero goal, Southwire has signed a contract to participate in Georgia Power’s Customer Renewable Supply Procurement (CRSP) program.
Continue readingAugust 26, 2021
To bolster growth strategy and accelerate greenhouse gas emission reduction
Continue readingAugust 12, 2021
Southwire has officially broken ground on the construction of its new copper rod manufacturing plant in Carrollton, Ga., featuring an SCR-9000S Copper Rod System.
Continue readingJuly 29, 2021
Southwire’s long-held commitment to sustainability has been evident throughout its history and was formalized with its first official sustainability report in 2007.
Continue readingJuly 22, 2021
In support of Southwire’s Carbon Zero goal to be carbon neutral for its operations by 2025, the packaging team actively searches for opportunities to improve sustainability efforts and reduce environmental impact.
Continue readingJuly 14, 2021
Southwire to match one-third of annual energy usage with renewable energy certificates \(RECs\) from Rayos del Sol solar project in Texas.
Continue readingJune 14, 2021
Southwire has partnered with Standard Chartered, a leading international trade bank by investing in sustainable deposits with a focus on environmental, social and corporate governance \(ESG\).
Continue readingMay 11, 2021
Southwire recently obtained a Declare label for its 600 Volt and 1000 Volt SOLONONplus® Type XHHW-2 VW-1 cables, making it the first company in the U.S. to offer a Declare label for a power cable used in the wiring of green building projects.
Continue readingApril 12, 2021
Vineyard Wind today announced that Southwire will be a key supplier for the design, manufacturing and installation of the onshore cables for Vineyard Wind 1.
Continue readingMarch 25, 2021
In support of Southwire's commitment to sustainability, the company made a $5,000 donation to West Atlanta Watershed Alliance directed toward their Proctor Creek Trash Trap Network Education Project.
Continue readingJanuary 27, 2021
Southwire recently made a $10,000 match contribution issued to The Ray for Georgia Gives Day, securing a record-breaking year in contributions for the nonprofit and launching a larger, ongoing partnership between the two Georgia-based organizations.
Continue readingJuly 06, 2022
In June, Southwire celebrated Pride Month, a time to acknowledge and recognize the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ+) community and the impact that LGBTQ+ individuals have had on history - locally, nationally and internationally.
Continue readingJune 08, 2022
In May, Southwire celebrated Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI), Mental Health Awareness and Military Appreciation months by providing the company with resources and opportunities to learn more about each topic.
Continue readingMay 23, 2022
Southwire is pleased to announce that it recently graduated eight employees from the Empowering Women in Production program’s pilot cohort in partnership with Women in Manufacturing (WiM).
Continue readingMay 10, 2022
Burt Fealing, Southwire executive vice president and general counsel, recently received a 2022 Corporate Counsel Award in the “General Counsel – Small Legal Department” category.
Continue readingMay 06, 2022
This week, Southwire’s longest tenured employee marked an impressive milestone, as she reached 62 years of service to the company – only ten years less than the entire length of time the company has been in existence.
Continue readingMay 04, 2022
In April, Southwire recognized Celebrate Diversity Month, which was established in 2004 to celebrate other cultures, experiences, backgrounds and perspectives, by providing the company with resources and opportunities to learn more about diversity.
Continue readingApril 21, 2022
Southwire Canada is pleased to announce that it has been named as a Great Place to Work® (GPTW) Certified™ organization for the second year in a row.
Continue readingApril 11, 2022
Southwire is pleased to announce that eight of its facilities received a 2021 Safety Performance Contest Award from the Georgia Association of Manufacturers \(GAM\).
Continue readingMarch 31, 2022
Throughout March, Southwire recognized Women’s History Month by hosting various events, spotlighting employee stories and providing the company with helpful tools to learn more about women and their contributions to history.
Continue readingMarch 17, 2022
The National Association of Manufacturers recently announced that Rich Stinson, Southwire’s president and CEO, has been named to its Board of Directors.
Continue readingFebruary 25, 2022
Burt Fealing, executive vice president and general counsel at Southwire, was named to Savoy Magazine’s 2022 list of Most Influential Black Lawyers.
Continue readingFebruary 16, 2022
Southwire Canada is proud to announce that it was recently named on the 2022 list of Best Workplaces for Hybrid Work.
Continue readingJanuary 12, 2022
The Women’s Network, one of Southwire’s employee resource groups (ERGs), recently partnered with Project GIFT to host a virtual auction and 5K to benefit Hope for the Journey.
Continue readingJanuary 06, 2022
Southwire President and CEO Rich Stinson recently engaged in an interview with Manufacturing Outlook to discuss Southwire.
Continue readingNovember 18, 2021
As the company continues to actively pursue its ambitions to grow as a diversified electrical business, Southwire announced today that it is making organizational changes to align with its strategic plan.
Continue readingNovember 05, 2021
Kathleen Edge, Southwire executive vice president of Operations, recently participated as the keynote speaker in The Wire Association International’s (WAI) Virtual Industry 4.0 Conference.
Continue readingSeptember 24, 2021
Southwire’s facility in Huntersville, N.C. has again been recognized for its efforts in achieving compliance with air quality permits by receiving the annual Air Compliance Excellence (ACE) Award.
Continue readingSeptember 02, 2021
Throughout the month of August, Southwire’s diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) team hosted a Summer Enrichment Series focused on the company's four key values.
Continue readingAugust 16, 2021
Southwire Canada is proud to announce that it was recently named on the Best Workplaces™ in Manufacturing list, after being named a Great Place to Work® (GPTW) Certified™ Organization.
Continue readingAugust 04, 2021
Southwire’s Kentucky Plant recently received a three-year Occupational Health and Safety (OSHA) Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) recertification.
Continue readingJuly 22, 2021
In support of Southwire’s Carbon Zero goal to be carbon neutral for its operations by 2025, the packaging team actively searches for opportunities to improve sustainability efforts and reduce environmental impact.
Continue readingJuly 20, 2021
During the Fourth of July holiday weekend, Project GIFT partnered with Officium, one of Southwire’s employee resource groups \(ERGs\), to support Wounded Warrior Project® \(WWP\) by participating in the Carry Forward Virtual 5K.
Continue readingJuly 16, 2021
Southwire is excited to announce the return of its annual Back to School Giveaway with a modified in-person event on Saturday, July 31 from 9:00 a.m. to noon at Midway Church.
Continue readingJuly 02, 2021
June marked Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer+ \(LGBTQ+\) Pride Month, and during the month, Southwire took the time to celebrate and recognize the contributions of LGBTQ+ individuals around the world.
Continue readingMay 31, 2021
Southwire’s legacy has long been defined by service, the belief in doing what one person can do to make a difference. In May, the company dedicated time to honor Military Appreciation Month.
Continue readingMarch 29, 2021
Southwire Canada is proud to announce that it recently became a Great Place to Work® (GPTW) Certified™ organization, showcasing the company’s commitment to its employees, communities and other stakeholders.
Continue readingMarch 22, 2021
Bill Fowler was recently voted on as a trustee to the IEC Foundation, showcasing Southwire’s commitment to give back to communities and provide educational opportunities to individuals who need it most.
Continue readingFebruary 09, 2021
Are you interested in a job that is fast-paced, hands-on and has exciting opportunities for growth? Then come join our manufacturing team and become one of The People Behind the Power™! Apply NOW at careers.southwire.com.
Continue readingJanuary 22, 2021
Southwire President and CEO Rich Stinson recently engaged in an interview with Manufacturing Outlook to discuss Southwire, its background and how the company has been successful through innovation in a technology-driven world.
Continue readingJanuary 14, 2021
Thomas Heberling, Southwire vice president of wire and cable manufacturing, was recently announced as the new president for The Wire Association International for a one-year term that commenced on January 1, 2021.
Continue reading