Cambria Post Issue 3

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IN THIS ISSUE: AMERICAN MADE FAMILY VALUES PRESIDENT’S CIRCLE CLASS OF 2021 GROWTH MINDSET SAFETY SPOTLIGHT SUMMER IN CAMBRIA COUNTRY IN FOR THE LONG HAUL LET’S HEAR YOUR NEWS ALL IN THE FAMILY

American Made

CAMBRIA’S ROOTS AND THOSE OF ITS EMPLOYEES RUN DEEP AND STRETCH FARTHER THAN ITS EVER-GROWING HEADQUARTERS IN LE SUEUR, MINNESOTA.

BY AMANDA LECKY

The American flag flying outside the Le Sueur slab manufacturing facility directly reflects a deeply held sentiment that’s best exemplified, perhaps, by the employees—some American by birth and others by choice—who make Cambria great.

INVESTING IN THE LONG TERM

Take Chief Sales Officer Arik Tendler. Born in Israel, he worked in the stone business with his father before moving his own family to the United States, where he immediately connected with a sense of American pride and community. It’s a basic set of values he describes when talking about what “Made in America” means for Cambria and its customers. “At Cambria,

we care about the long term: It’s a marathon, not a sprint,” he says.

“Having an American-made product has a long-term benefit in terms of quality, supply, and community

support—and not just our local American community, but the world community from a sustainability point of view. Less shipping means a lower carbon footprint.”

CHILDHOOD DREAM COME TRUE

District Sales Manager Michael Levak, who came to the U.S. as a

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Family Values

CAMBRIA LIVES AND BREATHES ITS FAMILY-OWNED VALUES EVERY DAY THROUGH ITS DEDICATED, AND MANY TIMES RELATED, EMPLOYEES.

BY AMANDA LECKY Family-owned businesses are the heart and soul of American enterprise. Although there are over 5 million in the U.S. right now, very few reach the size and level of success that Cambria has—or work as hard to

match rapid growth with an equal emphasis on family. Yet that’s what Cambria has done, and the result is employees who feel like they’re part of something bigger—that

The American flag that billows above the slab manufacturing facility is a symbol of Cambria’s American-made ethos.

Erika Savedra, Office & Management, Seattle, and Marcello-Dean Savedra, Operations, Seattle (Brother and Sister).

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“American-made” mantra, but what does it really mean? At Cambria, American-made is about the virtues that emanate from the words, virtues we hold close. For us, it’s not simply a slogan.

We were born of a culture in the Minnesota River Valley, surrounded by farming and rural industriousness where quality products are produced, hard work is a must, commitment to craftsmanship and ingenuity abound, service is uncompromising, and consumers have high expectations. These virtues of American-made dominate the regional culture. And the makers of our product at Cambria’s Slab Manufacturing Facility, many of whom have deep roots in this industrious, agricultural region, are in many ways the compass for our cultural brand and our very being each and every day at Cambria.

From the Desk of the CEO

We are not putting forth a “buy American” philosophy with our marketing and promotion of the slogan, that would seem a bit un-American. For us, it’s quite the opposite. Our American-made persona is about earning customers’ regard for our company through the deeply rooted virtues we live by. These virtues cut deeply into the fabric of America, spawning from the tenets and pillars that built this country and were critical to the nation’s founding—from the opening of the great west, the building of the transcontinental railroad, the invention of air travel, the creation of the Eisenhower highway system, the mining of the world’s steel, to the successful founding of company after company—the list is as endless as it is impressive. Americanmade survives and still defines our robust and spirited manufacturing workforce known for its zealotry in hard work, dedication to serving customers, producing exceedingly high-quality products, and a commitment to superior results in

all that we do, as a people, and as individuals.

American-made defines and must measure up to superior craftsmanship, leading-edge innovation, the highest in quality standards, and intense competition to serve and earn the customers’ business. Our company lives by this spirit of ingenuity, a dedication to being the best at what we do, the best at how we do it, and delivering the best in product!

We are cognizant of and take pride in the many generations of American workers who’ve ensured that American-made matters and remains the gold standard for delivery of some of the best products and services throughout the world!

Cambria continues to thrive because of our dedication to these virtues in all that we do. This effort is not to simply be “given” our customers’ business because we are American-made, but rather to EARN IT by delivering on those long-held virtues of all that is American-made.

Marty Davis

Letter from the Editor in Chief

LOUANN BERGLUND VP, BRAND & CONTENT, EDITOR IN CHIEF

THIS JULY, I will have been creating for Cambria for 13 years. That’s 81 percent of my youngest son’s life. For my two youngest kids, Cambria is as much a part of their early words as ball, car, and cheese (see what

I did there for all you Davis family business aficionados?). And 13 years is not a commitment that you trade simply for a paycheck. It’s a commitment that comes from trust, mutual respect, and a deep belief in Cambria’s collective vision and its founders.

This issue talks a lot about family and what it means to be a part of something bigger than yourself. Because, something magical happens to a person when they feel part of something bigger than themselves—something that they can emotionally invest in and feel a part of—something that perhaps can make you feel small in comparison, but swell with pride and honor when you consider the scale of combined efforts.

It’s been such a cool experience to be a part of Cambria’s growth and I’m awestruck as I watch things unfold with such energy and continued grit and creativity—much of which I wouldn’t even see or know about without our newspaper.

So here’s to everyone’s continued energy and creativity. Let’s keep going and while we go, we will try to keep up, and write as fast as we can!

Warmly,

LouAnn

CoNversations with our colleagues | MARVIN BARTLETT

Since Marvin Bartlett made an appearance at the Town Hall in February 2022, Cambria employees have been curious to know more about this monumental individual who has been with Cambria right from the start.

Q: You have been with Cambria since the very beginning, what has it been like to watch the company’s continued growth?

A: Not only have I been with Cambria since the beginning, but I have been with the Davis family for over nearly 39 years. I was based out of the Davis Family Holdings business office, which supported all the Davis family companies. I have been responsible for overseeing all capital projects that Cambria and the Davis Family have completed over the past 30 years. With the tremendous entrepreneurial spirit of the Davis family, it has been very exciting, challenging, and fulfilling, to be part of the company’s growth over the last 4 decades. Innovation and

Q&A with Carol Olson, Chief Marketing Officer

Get to know Carol Olson as she shares a bit about her family, some favorite activities, and who inspires her. BY GEORGIA

INGWELL

Q: What part of your role is perfectly aligned with your personality?

A: I love growing people and leading teams. I am very interested in the differences in people and try to look for the unique gifts that everyone brings to the party. I have found that if you support what comes naturally to an individual, you will have a much easier time getting them to feel empowered and excited about their job. When people are able to focus on what they enjoy and are good at, success just naturally happens.

Q: What is something you are proud of your team for accomplishing this past year?

A: I am proud of the marketing team for being very adaptable and flexible during uncertain times. Getting through Covid as well as adjusting to new priorities put a lot of strain on everyone. Despite that, the marketing team has shown amazing resilience and a drive to keep pushing forward to create demand for Cambria’s products.

Q: Who do you look to for inspiration or mentorship?

technology will continue to propel Cambria to new heights well into the future and I am looking forward to what the next chapter will bring.

Q: You have been involved in every expansion that has occurred at the slab manufacturing facility, what has been the most exciting expansion or memory from them all?

A: I think the most impactful was creating the master plan with the vision of completely changing the orientation of the production lines when laying out lines 3-12. When we were designing line 1, our expansion plans were to add a second production line at some point in the future, but not beyond that. Nowhere in our wildest dreams did we think of the possibility it could grow up to 12 lines as we now have in our sights. The most anticipated and exciting expansion to this point is line 6 which we are currently working on now. This expansion will offer the next generation of Cambria design possibilities and is a culmination of all of our learnings to date. ✦

A: I look up to my mom and dad who both passed away a few years ago. My mom was a beautiful person who was very kind, always present, and interested in others. She taught me about understanding people and putting yourself in their shoes before making decisions. My father inspired me to work hard and to do the right thing even though it may not be the easiest path. Even though they are no longer with me, I still hear their voices and coaching in my head.

Q: What is your favorite activity to do outside of work?

A: I love to spend time with my husband Jeff and our teenage boys, Will and Ryan. I love to travel with them because I know there are only so many trips left with us together as a family. My perfect vacation would be a trip somewhere warm, looking at the ocean, drinking a margarita, and eating delicious food with my family. There is nothing better than seeing my boys goofing around together. It really warms my heart. ✦

“I have pride in Cambria. I have my home and my car because I’ve worked for many years at the company. Cambria gives me opportunity and everything I have. Cambria is my home.”

OMAR CHÁVEZ NOTORIO

Omar Chávez Notorio, Line 1 Operator, was featured in the second issue of The Cambria Post * EDITOR ’ S NOTE: CLICK THE QR CODE TO READ OMAR’S STORY IN ISSUE 2 OF THE CAMBRIA POST.

CAROL OLSON CHIEF MARKETING OFFICER

MARVIN BARTLETT EVP, ENGINEERING

Growth Mindset

A COLLECTIVE VISION OF GROWTH, STRATEGY, INNOVATION, AND A CAN-DO ATTITUDE DRIVES THE ONGOING CAMBRIA PLANT EXPANSIONS.

BY ANGELA JOHNSON Cambria’s

Slab Manufacturing Facility in Le Sueur, MN, produces all of Cambria’s beautiful designs—making it the crown jewel to Cambria’s identity as an innovative and quality-driven company. Over the past 22 years, the manufacturing facility has been expanded, renovated, and flipped to accommodate the company’s ever-growing design palette and continued growth. In fact, the facility has gotten so expansive, employees use messenger-style bicycles to get around and have contests on who can walk the most steps. But let’s back up for a minute, and pay homage to all the sweat and hard work that took place to get us to where we are today.

Cambria broke ground on its original 141,505-square-foot facility in 1999 . The future of the 21st century was on the horizon, and Cambria’s enterprising team was not only leading the way in the possibilities of quartz, but looking ahead toward what was possible in terms of future growth. Butch Brey, VP of Plant Operations, says, “In the beginning, until the second line, every day was a new adventure. We were encountering unfamiliar challenges and trying to figure out how to always make the product better. And around 2004, while on a walk through the plant with Marty, he told me we’d be north of 200 designs before we knew it. At the time, we had around 30 designs and I couldn’t get my head around that. It was his vision that put Cambria’s growth potential in perspective for me.” Which brings us to the first expansion, beginning production on a second and third line in 2008 and 2013 respectively, providing the company an ability to service its customers with even more designs.

During those early years, even while establishing a culture of excellence in the production of quartz countertops and surfaces, it was difficult to envision ever needing more than two production lines. But it was Cambria’s continued success that would cause a shift in mindset. It became

clear during the planning process of Cambria’s third line that additional future production capacity would be needed in the not too distant future.

So, after much brainstorming, a master plan was created to accommodate up to 12 production lines and a distribution center in Le Sueur. To achieve this desired size, it was determined that any additional lines beyond the first two would need to be rotated 90 degrees to accommodate them on an east to west footprint rather than the existing north to south. It’s this creative thinking among collaborative teams that has been and remains attentive to an overarching growth mindset which encompasses strategic company growth along with its physical plant expansion.

Cambria’s EVP of Engineering Marvin Bartlett says, “As our process and equipment designs continued to get more complex, we began using process simulation software to better define the operational characteristics and key equipment attributes for plant expansions. This innovative approach goes way beyond spreadsheets and allows us to gain a whole new perspective on how to optimize our processes and plan for growth.”

The master plant expansion plan is made up of two phases and began with the construction of line 3, quickly followed by lines 4 and 5 which went online in 2015 and 2016 respectively. 2021 ushered in the start of phase two and includes a 70,000 square-foot addition toward the south—making way for the eventual total of 12 production lines and a slab distribution center. What does this mean? It means Cambria will gain even more capability to produce “super jumbo slabs” in addition to the current 60-square-foot version that’s primarily used today. If there’s one thing we have learned when it comes to Cambria, the plan is always solid as stone, but the direction can and will change based on opportunity and a fierce tenacity for innovation and growth. ✦

2000

LINE 1

Shortly after the initial equipment installation, the very first Cambrian Gold™ slab was produced on the initial production line which consisted of one slab line, one tile line, and one polish line.

2000

Construction lasts through the year culminating with the installation of production equipment. Notably, the plant’s west wall was designed to be movable in case Cambria would later decide to add one or more production lines.

2006

As demand for Cambria heats up and product sells out, construction begins on an additional production and polish line to increase capacity— Cambria’s first plant expansion.

The desire for sturdy transportation that enables employees to cover the growing plant’s thousands of square feet faster, while having all their tools handy, led to tools on trikes!

2008

LINE 2

This expansion more than doubles the plant’s square footage.

1999 Cambria breaks ground for its original 141,505-squarefoot facility.

2011

A master plan was created to accommodate up to 12 lines and a distribution center. It was determined that any additional lines would need to be rotated 90 degrees to accommodate them on an east to west footprint rather than the existing north to south.

MASTER

2021

A 70,000-square-foot addition toward the south makes way for the eventual total of 12 production lines and a distribution center. These additional lines allow Cambria to produce larger slabs.

Brian Scoggin, Vice President of Operations, proudly displays a map of Cambria’s expansions over the years.

Coming soon!

MEET

Meet the team that’s been with Cambria since the origin of its first production line: Paul Rolland, Kirk Anderson, Marvin Bartlett, and Butch Brey.

A team of 23 employees from Cambria’s Engineering Department have been working tirelessly to complete the equipment design, construction, installation, and begin production.

THE PLANT PIONEERS

2013 LINE 3

This expansion precedes the introduction of Cambria’s Waterstone Collection™.

2015 LINE 4

This landmark year ushers in Cambria’s Marble Collection™, including the popular Brittanicca™ and Ella™ designs.

2022 LINE 6

MASTER PLAN PHASE 1

PLAN PHASE 2

TOP LEFT: Cambria’s original slab manufacturing facility. TOP RIGHT: Plant expansions over the years show how much the company has grown.

BOTTOM LEFT: More growth is on the horizon with the construction of Cambria’s sixth production line.

2016 LINE 5

The plant nears one million square feet.

SAFETY

SPOTLIGHT

Safety Warriors

BY NOT TURNING A BLIND EYE, THESE SAFETY WARRIORS CONTINUE TO MAKE THEIR WORKPLACE SAFER FOR EVERYONE.

BY ANGELA JOHNSON

Many families create home safety plans that include things like checking batteries in smoke detectors and keeping a stock of flashlights or candles. Keeping employees safe at Cambria is approached similarly, like a family with common sense processes implemented out of a deep commitment to caring for each other. It’s in that vein that Cambria’s Safety & Risk Management Department helps educate employees to ensure everyone understands how best to keep their work space and their colleagues safe.

That’s partly why in January 2021, Cambria’s Safety & Risk Management Department launched Be Cambria Safe (SAFE).

Be Cambria Safe was developed to encourage all employees to recognize, and be inspired by, fellow employees who go out of their way for each other to maintain safety in the workplace. Be Cambria Safe’s platform is also designed to reach outside of Cambria to encourage employees to think of safety in their own neighborhoods and at home as well.

A part of Be Cambria Safe is a “Safety Warrior of the Month” program formed to encourage participation and behavior of safe practices. Employees who Seek, Act, Fix, and Engage in a safetyrelated matter can qualify for Safety Warrior recognition. This includes actions that some folks might view as a simple act of kindness. But

Meet the Safety Warriors of 2021–2022.

Each month, the Safety Team chooses an individual, nominated by their manager or supervisor, who went above and beyond day-today duties by exemplifying safety in a certain task or event.

that’s the point. Cambria appreciates and wants to recognize gestures as uncomplicated as a friendly wave to signal your whereabouts (see Jimmie’s story on page 7) along with establishing improvements to

formal processes all in an effort to avert potential safety hazards. Take it from December 2021 Safety Warrior Vincent Elke (see page 7), who reminds us that people, including himself, can occasionally

get distracted from the task at hand. The Safety Warrior Program incentivizes everyone to be accountable, to learn from each other, and to seek opportunities to make the workplace better. ✦

CARLTON FLYNN Assistant Distribution Center Manager, Philadelphia

ZACH TINAGLIA Operations Trainer, Le Sueur

SANJUANA ACEVEDO SOP Writer, Le Sueur

AJ FRASER Polishing Operator, Toronto

STEPHANIE MARTINEZ Soft Line 5 Operator, Le Sueur

TYLER HARMON Polish Line Supervisor, Le Sueur

ANTHONY KNIGHT Process Engineering Technician, Le Sueur

BILL CAHALAN Operations SWAT Team, Le Sueur

MELDE WILLIAMS Truck Driver, Houston

RANDAL BRUEGGER Director of Maintenance, Le Sueur

With a friendly wave, Jimmie Henderson lets co-workers know he is approaching with his forklift. PHOTO BY GUIDO MARCACCINI

In Safe Hands

JANUARY 2022: JIMMIE HENDERSON, CRUSHING MATERIAL HANDLER, LE SUEUR

When meeting Jimmie Henderson, one cannot help but feel safe, since his demeanor indicates a selfless and cheerful care for others. Henderson’s manager, Dean Javens, Plant Manager at the Crushing Facility in Le Sueur, Minnesota, expressed admiration at Henderson’s bashful humility when it came to his Safety Warrior nomination. Henderson is always conscious of his surroundings and safety at work. In fact, he makes it a point to stop his forklift and turn off his lights whenever he sees a team member in his path. This ensures his co-workers see him and his friendly wave as they safely cross paths. He continues with his work only after he’s certain his path is clear and safe. This extra precaution is now discussed as a best management practice when training others, underscoring the benefit of being safe when operating any machinery, especially forklifts.

DECEMBER 2021: VINCENT ELKE, CUSTODIAL SUPERVISOR, LE SUEUR

Vincent Elke, a Custodial Supervisor at the Le Sueur Cambria Slab Manufacturing Facility, wasn’t convinced that he should have been nominated as a Safety Warrior since he considered his actions to be a simple act of courtesy. But when Elke noticed a manager for DemCon, a contracted refuse company, standing behind a dumpster while a driver in training was lifting it with a roll-off truck, he immediately pointed out the danger in the situation. Making sure everyone was a safe distance from the training session helped prevent any potential injury.

MAY 2021: ANDREA KARELS, FABSHOP FORMER OFFICE LEAD, BELLE PLAINE

Thanks to former employee Andrea Karels, something as simple as a sticker has prevented many “ouch” factors. She was looking out for her fellow co-workers in Operations when she noticed a number of safety incident reports regarding “Gator Clamps,” an attachment on overhead cranes used to grip slabs. These clamps have pinch points on them, and if not handled correctly, fingers can get pinched. To help fix this occurrence, she suggested the idea of a Gator Clamp pinch point sticker that alerts people to the clamp’s tendency to pinch fingers. No Gator Clamp incident reports have been filed since the sticker idea caught on and continues across all Operations.

Nominate a Safety Warrior of the Month!

Scan the QR code to nominate an employee who has gone above and beyond to Seek, Act, Fix, and Engage in a safety related matter.

BRIAN ROHLFING Maintenance Mechanic, Belle Plaine

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Vincent Elke keeps the safety message prominent in his Safety Warrior branded Cambria T-shirt. The idea for a safety sticker comes to life.

COREY BLYTHE Soft Line 5 Supervisor, Le Sueur

ROBERT GALVAN Warehouse Lead, San Francisco

KELLY MCCANN Nesting Operator, Indianapolis

CHRIS BARNES FabShop Lead, Cleveland

DERECK VETTERKIND Soft Line Supervisor, Le Sueur

CHARLIE BROWN Soft Line 3 Supervisor, Le Sueur

PHOTO BY GUIDO MARCACCINI

PHOTO BY GUIDO MARCACCINI

CAMBRIA DESTINATION

SUMMER in cambria country

Ready to soak up the sun this summer in one of Cambria’s five core markets? Here are some things to do within driving distance of our Cambria FabShops in Belle Plaine, MN; Cleveland, OH; Indianapolis, IN; Palm Desert, CA; and Toronto, ON.

BY GEORGIA INGWELL

* EDITOR’S NOTE: SHOW US HOW YOU DO SUMMER WHERE YOU LIVE! SEND PHOTOS OF YOUR FAMILY, FRIENDS, AND PETS IN ACTION BY SCANNING THE QR CODE BELOW!

● OHIO | CLEVELAND CULTURAL GARDENS Need a break from the busy city? The beautiful scenery of this collection of public gardens is sure to bring you serenity. Cleveland, culturalgardens.org

INDIANA | CATARACT FALLS

Cataract Falls not only is home to Indiana’s largest falls, but also offers fun and easy hiking trails within the falls to enjoy with your friends and family! Spencer, in.gov

● CALIFORNIA | SOUTH LYKKEN TRAIL Seize the day and hike the South Lykken trail up to a breathtaking view of Palm Springs. Palm Springs, alltrails.com

● MINNESOTA | MINNEHAHA REGIONAL PARK Hike along the Minnehaha Creek and be sure to stop for a photo next to the enchanting Minnehaha Falls waterfall. Minneapolis, minneapolisparks.org

● ONTARIO | ALGONQUIN – LAKE OF TWO RIVERS Travel to Algonquin Park to enjoy a day of fun in the sun on the Lake of Two Rivers or biking the Old Railway Bike Trail. Whitney, ontarioparks.com

● MINNESOTA | MINNESOTA STATE FAIR Whatever you’re craving, the Minnesota State Fair has it! From corn dogs, to Sweet Martha’s cookies, to fried Oreos. St. Paul, mnstatefair.org

● OHIO | COLUMBUS FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL Enjoy local and regional music acts and gourmet food trucks. Be sure to stop by the famous Buckeye Donuts food truck! Hilliard, columbusfoodtruckfest.com

● INDIANA | WAMMFEST Sample wine from the finest local vineyards, explore art booths, enjoy live music, and taste award-winning microbrews in Craig Park. Greenwood, wammfest.com

● CALIFORNIA | BOOMERS PALM SPRINGS You will never be bored at Boomers. Treat the kids to a game of mini golf, race on the gokart tracks, and play arcade games all day long! Palm Springs, boomerspalmsprings.com

● ONTARIO | CANADA’S WONDERLAND Open all year round, Canada’s Wonderland is filled with over 70 rides and is sure to bring out the child in all of us! Vaughan, canadaswonderland.com

● OHIO | CEDAR POINT AMUSEMENT PARK Ride a roller coaster, swim in the water park, or relax on the beach at this exhilarating amusement park in Sandusky. Sandusky, cedarpoint.com

● MINNESOTA | VALLEYFAIR

● CALIFORNIA | COACHELLA VALLEY

CERTIFIED FARMERS’ MARKET

Explore local farmers’ and vendors’ fresh products inside the Palm Springs Pavilion. Palm Springs, certifiedfarmersmarkets.org

● ONTARIO | TORONTO FOOD

TRUCK FESTIVAL Hope you’re hungry! Surrounded by the best food, drinks, and entertainment, enjoy this annual food truck festival. Ontario, canadianfoodtruckfestivals.com

There is a roller coaster for everyone at Valleyfair! Experience the rush of the Wild Thing, Steel Venom, or Power Tower! Shakopee, valleyfair.com

INDIANA | HOLIDAY WORLD & SPLASHIN’ SAFARI A theme park that celebrates holidays and fun? Sign me up! Spend the Fourth of July at this outdoor theme park and water park! Santa Claus, holidayworld.com

The Operations team from Le Sueur, MN, enjoys a beautiful day at a Minnesota Twins game in the Cambria suite at Target Field in Minneapolis, MN. Front row: Danielle Halvorsen, Stacy Bosacker, Megan Krenik, Gerald Krenik, Butch Brey, Nancy Brey, Alyssa Mathwig, Andy Bigaouette, Sara Averbeck, Rosa Ruiz. Middle row: Matt Elke, Emily Ukestad, Sarah Holicky, Al Meyer, Vicky Meyer, Dana Muehring, Lelsee Haben, Pam Caron, Courtney Latzke, Manuel Moreno. Back row: Shawn Jaworski, Dan Bosacker, Nathan Holicky, Britney Marr, Allan Braun, Rich Braun, Bill Ingersoll, Greg Latzke, John Hoffman

American Made

refugee from Uzbekistan, sees in Cambria the realization of his childhood American dream. “American brands were always synonymous with ‘quality, performance, craftsmanship,’” he says. “So it’s a huge source of personal pride for me to work at Cambria, where our products truly live up to that promise.”

District Sales Manager Andrew Yi grew up in the U.S. with parents who immigrated from Korea. “They saw America as a beacon of hope,” he says. At Cambria, Yi sees the importance of being American made every day in customer confidence. “They know that the product isn’t sitting out on the water somewhere, and that the people they’re talking to are right here in the U.S.”

DEEP SENSE OF COMMUNITY

Finally, Josh Haecherl, Plant Manager of the Minnesota FabShop, is a living example of Cambria’s commitment to supporting its community. A small-town Minnesotan who worked his way up from a parttime packaging associate to his

Family Values

they’re contributing to the company’s collaborative success. And within the Cambria work family, there are some fantastic stories of actual families finding their home in various areas of the company.

After all, it’s not only the Davises who have found their place at Cambria. Take the Brauns, for example: Six members of the family currently share their talents with Cambria. “My brothers Brad, Brian, and I grew up with the Davis family. So when Marty started Cambria, I had tremendous trust in him—and I was employee number three in 2000,” says Bob Braun, currently the Le Sueur business manager. Brothers Brian and Brad followed, as well as the younger generation: Bob’s son Brandon, Brandon’s wife Rachel, and Brad’s daughter Brooklyn.

Stephanie Reed and MarcelloDean Savedra also followed their siblings—Shannon Reed and Erika Savedra—to Cambria.

current position, Haecherl lives and breathes Cambria quality, relying on the same work ethic and community spirit he learned on the farm. “I see that every day at Cambria—from the way we serve our customers to the way the company gives back, whether it’s hiring local people like me or sponsoring events in Le Sueur

and the surrounding towns,” he says.

Arik Tendler sums it up: “Of course Cambria is an international company, but its success comes from its very American way of doing things. The roots of the tree are in American soil, but the branches reach out all over the world.” ✦

CARING DRAGONS SERVING

If what our employees choose to do with their free time is any indication of the soul of Cambria, we are indeed very rich in that department. In an effort to recognize those giving of themselves to their communities, Caring Dragons was launched. Take a peek below at some of the beautiful souls giving back to their communities. Caring Dragons are also featured on our @CambriaCares Instagram and Facebook pages.

Let’s Meet Some Caring Dragons

Head to CambriaCares Instagram to read more about these incredible individuals.

“Working here is like being at a family dinner—sharing and passing the dishes around, and making sure everyone’s fed—or

Stephanie Reed’s sister, Shannon, gives an example of how that attitude played out for her during a difficult time. “About six months after I started working here, I was hospitalized with Covid pneumonia. The company supported me every step of the way. I got a personal text from our Chief Sales Officer, Arik Tendler, wishing me well and welcoming me back to work. And co-workers even reached out to my sister, Stephanie, who was a new employee, just to make sure she was okay,” she says.

in the case of our job, that everyone’s successful. It’s that atmosphere that drew me to Cambria,” says Erika Savedra.

Bob Braun believes that Cambria’s intense focus on safety sums up the company’s values. “It’s always safety first, then quality, then production—and that comes right from the Davises, top down,” he says. “That the company protects our safety so much shows what the values really are: Cambria cares for its employees like family.” ✦

“Working here is like being at a family dinner—sharing and passing the dishes around, and making sure everyone’s fed— or in the case of our job, that everyone’s successful.”

ERIKA SAVEDRA

FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: Andrew Yi, Sales, San Francisco; Arik Tendler, Sales, Eden Prairie; and Michael Levak, Sales, Bethpage, enjoy dinner conversation in Palm Springs, CA, about their various backgrounds.

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CAMBRIA LEXUS PARTNERS

Our Lexus Partners are a group of fabricators/ showrooms that are dedicated to the Cambria brand. These partners are the main purchasers and distributors of Cambria in their respective markets notably because they deliver amazing quality and a consumer experience second to none.

CAMBRIA SHOWROOMS AT STONETRENDS:

CHESTERFIELD, MO

CAMBRIA SHOWROOMS AT K&D COUNTERTOPS:

TRENTON, IL

BALLWIN, MO

O’FALLON, MO

SOUTH COUNTY, MO

FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS, IL

EDWARDSVILLE, IL

CAMBRIA SHOWROOMS AT BUSCH PRODUCTS:

SYRACUSE, NY

SCHENECTADY, NY

CAMBRIA SHOWROOMS AT BLASIUS INC.:

FARMINGTON HILLS, MI

VASSAR, MI

WILLIAMSBURG, MI

FINDLAY, OH

GRAND RAPIDS, MI

FORT WAYNE, IN

SHINING SEA

WHEREABOUTS

CAMBRIA:

CAMBRIA SALES AND DISTRIBUTION CENTERS & SHOWROOMS:

MIDWEST CHICAGO, IL OMAHA, NE KANSAS CITY, KS

WEST SEATTLE, WA SAN FRANCISCO, CA

CAL, CA PHOENIX, AZ

LAKE CITY, UT DENVER, CO

GALLERIES & SURFACES:

NORTHEAST

GALLERY | TORONTO, ON

SOUTH

BUCKHEAD GALLERY | ATLANTA, GA

MIDWEST

G7 GALLERY | MINNEAPOLIS, MN

IMS GALLERY | MINNEAPOLIS, MN

GALLERY & SURFACES | PLYMOUTH, MN

GALLERY & SURFACES | MANKATO, MN

GALLERY | ROCHESTER, MN

HILTON GALLERY | ROCHESTER, MN

SURFACES | ROCHESTER, MN

WEST

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InFor the Long Haul

A HAND IN GLOVE PARTNERSHIP THAT BENEFITS TWO MINNESOTA BUSINESSES.

BY ANGELA JOHNSON

Aroad trip thrill for many kids is pumping a fist in the air when passing an 18-wheeler, trying to get the driver to sound the big rig’s horn. Seeing a Cambria branded semi-truck cruising on by can bring about a similar thrill for adults, a sense of connection and pride. Even more so when you know the story behind Cambria’s partnership with Long Haul Trucking, a story as impressive as those black and gold big rigs.

It started with a chance meeting between two travelers. Cambria President and CEO Marty Davis and Long Haul Trucking Founder John Daniels were on a Sun Country flight from California to Minnesota in 2013 and struck up a conversation. Davis mentioned a potential opportunity for Daniels’ company to haul some loads for Cambria. Little did the two men know this unplanned encounter would lead to a mutually successful business partnership that would transform the way Cambria ships slabs and improve the lives of employees at both companies.

Long Haul Trucking was founded in 1986 in Albertville, Minnesota. Daniels started the company out of the basement of a townhome with just three trucks, a two-line phone system, and a fax machine. He was the sole owner until 2013 when he sold his company to its employees and retired— but not before heading to Cambria’s Slab Manufacturing Facility, shortly after that flight from California, to meet with Marty Davis and Cambria’s

Chief Manufacturing Operations Officer Brian Scoggin about the prospect of Long Haul Trucking becoming a shipping partner. Scoggin led a tour of the facility while they discussed mutual growth opportunities.

Daniels’ successor as CEO and President of Long Haul Trucking, Jason Michels, was also at that meeting. Long Haul had done some work for Cambria, but nothing regular until then. Long Haul has since become Cambria’s primary shipper with 90 percent of all loads that leave Cambria’s Slab Manufacturing Facility going out on a Long Haul truck. In addition to Long Haul’s reliability and commitment to its relationship with Cambria, Long Haul also owns a lot of trucks, many of which have Conestoga or curtainside trailers. A Conestoga trailer has a sliding tarp that allows access to all three sides of the truck bed for loading/unloading and easily covers cargo without damaging it.

The only other way to ship slabs is via traditional flatbed trailers which require manpower for tarping loads. Tarping takes time and can be an unpleasant task on sweltering summer days or when temps dip below zero in Minnesota. SVP of Operations Joel Johns says, “Over time, we saw value in Conestoga versus flatbed trailers and turned our attention toward Long Haul Trucking.”

But where the rubber really meets the road is the development of the two companies’ scheduling strategy. Johns met with Michels about four

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Long Haul truck driver John Crozman (lovingly referred to as John Denver by the Cambria Logistics Team), proudly transports Cambria’s slabs from Le Sueur, MN, to Denver, CO. PHOTO BY GUIDO MARCACCINI

years ago to discuss Cambria’s desire to have 70 percent of its trucks be predictable throughout the year. He cites Denver, Colorado, as an example of a pain point in the previous shipping model. Johns says, “In the past, we’d build a load and then call a trucking company to schedule pickup. Our loads for Denver would sometimes sit for days because the trucking company couldn’t find a driver. Michels told us, if we could schedule the Denver loads to go out on a certain day every week, Long Haul Trucking could have a driver available every time.” Since Cambria and Long Haul collaborated on this predictable route schedule, Johns says there’s never been another problem getting shipments to Denver, or to any of Cambria’s Sales and Distribution Centers (SDC). He adds that in turn, “This system means that we can confidently tell an SDC employee when a slab will arrive, even if that slab hasn’t even been made yet.”

The predictive route schedule is also a win for Long Haul’s drivers. “Drivers can build a business around our regular schedule by arranging return loads in advance,” says Johns, adding, “Truck drivers don’t make money if they deliver a load but come back empty. You make money when you go out full and come back full. Since we recycle our A-frames, we can arrange for roundtrips, shipping slabs out and bringing A-frames back.”

Drivers like John Crozman of South Dakota, who was considering retirement, decided to keep on truckin’ because of the predictable weekly trip to Denver he can take for Cambria. He also appreciates the camaraderie he’s established with the logistics team at Cambria who jokingly refer to Crozman as John “Denver.”

All jokes aside, it’s people like Crozman that anyone would be proud to work alongside. In 2011, Crozman was named a Highway Angel by the Truckload Carriers Association after he rescued a nearly hypothermic couple stuck in their vehicle on a South Dakota roadside during a blizzard. He drove them to a truck stop, made sure they got food and coffee, and let them sleep in his truck. When interviewed by a local newspaper about the rescue, Crozman said it was no big deal, adding, “There were no motels and they had to sleep somewhere.”

Michels says, “Every extra year we can get out of an experienced driver beyond potential retirement is huge, because there is such a shortage. Cambria’s shipping schedule gives drivers a sense of security. Our drivers also love Cambria’s efficiency in loading trucks and how they treat people like they matter.” For example, “If a driver has a family emergency, the Cambria team will build a load out of schedule specifically to get that driver home,” says Michels. “You just don’t find that sense of value everywhere, especially at the size of this relationship.”

The vital role of truckers has become apparent over the past few years. Little did Marty Davis and John Daniels know that their conversation on that flight would lead to relationships and innovations that would serve to insulate both companies from much of the recent supply chain woes felt by others. Daniels says, “The day I met Marty was the biggest day in Long Haul

history. Cambria became our number one customer.” Johns sums up the relationship by emphasizing, “This achievement is one of the greatest stories of my career, to have it all come together with such a great partner. We are the luckiest people who ship product in the country.” ✦

Trucking’s

The Long Haul Trucking team from Albertville, MN: Jacob Berning, James Adelman, Evan Ronsen, Anna Sickmann, Jason Michels, Dan Hugget, Anthony Book, and Dave Fiecke.

Approximately

SQUARE FEET of product ships from Cambria’s Slab Manufacturing Facility each month on Long Haul Trucks.

“Cambria’s shipping schedule gives drivers a sense of security. Our drivers also love Cambria’s efficiency in loading trucks and how they treat people like they matter.”

— JASON MICHELS, CEO/PRESIDENT, LONG HAUL TRUCKING

2022 CAMBRIA SWAG

Gift Guide

MAKE WAVES ON THE GOLF COURSE WITH SOME STYLISH CAMBRIA APPAREL + ACCESSORIES

1 Cambria’s got you covered with this 62" wind-resistant golf umbrella, featuring a beautiful Cambria slab manufacturing facility image on the interior ($80)

2 Layers are a key to comfort when enjoying the outdoors and this Levelwear Women’s Energy 1/4 Zip Pullover is perfect to bringalong for cooler nights around a campfire ($79)

3 Swing away in comfort and style with this Nike Dry Golf Skort. This lightweight knit jersey fabric is

powered by Dri-FIT technology to help you stay dry and comfortable ($86)

4 The Cambria Swig 20oz Water Bottle not only keeps drinks cold for up to 24 hours and hot up to 3 hours, but it is easy to hold and slips comfortably into backpacks, diaper bags, and cup holders. Not to mention this bottle is beautifully etched with the Cambria logo ($50)

5 This private label Cambria tee is infused with butter wash

technology for ultimate softness. It will easily become your go-to T-shirt! It is also available in black ($57)

6 This impeccably designed women’s polo has style and functionality all in one. From OGIO, features a contoured fit, streamlined style, and the Cambria logo in gold and white embroidery. ($50)

7 Show your patriotic pride with some stars and stripes. This American Flag Traditional Throw

looks great at home or on the boat this summer ($225.50)

8 The spill-proof, BPA-Free CamelBak Eddy Bottle makes it easy to stay hydrated on the go ($30)

9 Stylize your short scene with a classed up pair that’ll take you from a picnic in a park to dinner on a patio ($96)

10 Make the most of your time out on the golf course by using the Pro V1 Golf Balls, offering tour-

level golf ball performance and technology ($95)

11 Every cabin and camper needs a summer supply of Cambria Can Koozies to keep all those summer sips cool and refreshing ($2.75)

12 Start and finish each hole in confidence and style with a Cambria Evolution Tee pack ($4)

13 Featuring the legendary Cambria Dragon, these Cambria Hammermade Socks will become a wardrobe staple ($10.50)

SHOP ONLINE AT Shop.CambriaUSA.com

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Sangria with Chardonnay

INGREDIENTS

For Citrus simple syrup

• ½ cup lemon juice

• ½ cup orange juice

• 2 cups granulated sugar

• Zest of one orange

Zest of one lemon

For Sangria

• 2 oranges, cut crosswise into half-inch wheels, grilled

2 lemons, cut crosswise into half-inch wheels, grilled

• 1 cup pineapple, peeled, cored, cut into slices, grilled

1 pear, peeled, cored, halved, grilled

• 1 apple, peeled, cored, halved, grilled

750mL California Chardonnay

4 ounces Cointreau

4 ounces brandy (something simple like Korbel or Christian Brothers)

• 2 ounces citrus simple syrup (or to taste)

• Ice

• Edible flowers for garnish

DIRECTIONS

For Citrus simple syrup

Add juice and zest to a medium saucepan. Heat over medium-high heat, stirring a couple of times to dissolve the sugar until the mixture just boils. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature. Transfer mixture to a sealed container—a glass jar works nicely—and store in the refrigerator.

For Sangria

Combine everything except the ice in a large pitcher. Chill until cold: 1 to 2 hours. Add ice before serving. Garnish with edible flowers.

TASTE & VARIETY

TOP: This Spanish party pleaser is a blend of wine, fruit, and the kick of an additional spirit like brandy. Design Shown: Bellingham™

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Icy Delights

Administration, Belle Plaine; Jordan Jeske, Cambria Plant Office & Management, Le Sueur; Laura Watterson, Kelsie Dascher, Cambria Plant Office & Management, Le Sueur; Bryan Cummings, Finance, Admin, and Management, Le Sueur; Vicky Meyer, Cambria Training, Le Sueur; Brandon Stewart, Business Office, Belle Plaine; Eric Moschet, Human Resources, Belle Plaine; Sarah Wohlford; Pat Olson, Cambria Plant Office & Management, Belle Plaine; Fred Smith, Security, Eden Prairie; Wendy Hearn, Executive Management, Belle Plaine.)

fiancé, Erik, are soon to be newlyweds come this fall.

Villafana,

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Erin Lerch, Marketing, Eden Prairie, first stop on her European escapade is Ireland! Next stop, London!

Team Cambria plays at the Brian Fazio Memorial tournament.

All in a day here at the Cambria Sales & Marketing office in Eden Prairie, MN ! Some of our Marketing & Human Resources team set aside time to put together the welcome boxes in anticipation for our biggest intern class yet!

(From left to right: Kate Williams, Jordan Riemer, Elly Schroeder, Georgia Ingwell, Valerie Swearingen, Anna Greiner, Krystel Reierson, Kalynn Fuller)

CAMBRIA LIFE HACKS Let’s

BY GEORGIA INGWELL

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FIND GOOD LIGHTING

Natural lighting is key to taking the perfect selfie, we need to see everyone’s beautiful faces. Position yourself so that your light source (window, sunshine, ring light) is in front of, not behind, you!

USE THE WIDE LENS ANGLE ON YOUR IPHONE OR MOBILE PHONE TO FIT EVERYONE IN THE PHOTO

It’s never fun when you’re cut out of the photo! With this newer iPhone feature, you can fit everyone in the picture.

WHEN TAKING A SELFIE, ELEVATE YOUR PHONE SLIGHTLY BY HOLDING THE CAMERA UP HIGHER

This makes the photo more casual but not awkward, and it is the most flattering angle for capturing a selfie with your friends and family.

RELAX AND SMILE!

Photos are fun, but do you know what’s better? Memories. You’ll never look back on your photos and be upset that you were cheesin’.

☛ FOR MORE INSPO, FOLLOW GEORGIA, MARKETING, EDEN PRAIRIE, ON INSTAGRAM @GEORGIAINGWELL

Stepmother, Father, and Son: Krista Scoggin, Accounting, Belle Plaine; Brian Scoggin, Operations, Le Sueur; Brian Scoggin Jr, Operations, Le Sueur. (Left) Aunt, Uncle, and Nephew: The Scoggins with Parker Wachal, Business Office, Belle Plaine.

Father and Daughter: Jeff Hovanec, Sales, Eden Prairie - Retired, and Morgan Hovanec, Marketing, Eden Prairie.

Brothers: Marvin Bartlett, Engineering, Le Sueur, and Mark Bartlett, Business Partner

Cousins: Shawn Nanne, Marketing, Eden Prairie, and Bianca Peterka, Sales, Eden Prairie.

Wife and Husband: Tammy Petri, Quality Assurance, Le Sueur, and Steve Petri, Finance, Admin, and Management, Belle Plaine. Not pictured: Kohl Petri, Operations, Le Sueur, and Ashlee Petri, Quality Assurance, Le Sueur (Son and Daughter).

Husband and Wife: Steven Cross, Research & Development, Le Sueur, and Mollie Cross, Engineering, Le Sueur.

Brother-in-Law, Wife, and Husband: Kurt Rame, Flight Operations, Eden Prairie; Sue Rame, Marketing, Eden Prairie; Rick Rame, Office & Management, Le Sueur.

Daughter and Mother: Angie Wilson and daughter Ashley Beseke, Cambria Engineering, Le Sueur. (Right) Wife and Husband: Angie Wilson, Cambria Plant, Le Sueur, and Ben Wilson, Samples Operations, Le Sueur.

Brother and Sister: Ben Davis, Information Technology, Belle Plaine, and Mackenzie Weldon, Corporate Sales, Eden Prairie.

Husband and Wife: Nick Jones, Maintenance, Le Sueur, and Chasity Jones, Finance & Administration, Belle Plaine.

The Cambria Post Repost!

We love this photo from @CambriaCares. Team Cambria walks to cure juvenile arthritis at the Mall of America.

Look for These Words

BY GRACIE HAAF

EMPLOYEE ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome Intern Class of 2022!

EVEN OUR SUMMER INTERNS AGREE THAT THE CAMBRIA POST IS TOO GOOD TO PUT DOWN.

Abby Rosselit, Alex Sharp, Alexis O’Malley, Angelica Valencia, Anna Gruenes, Annie Nistler, Bella Lurie, Brittany Berge, Caroline Heimbach, Carson van Sytzama, Chloe Ward, Christipher Lee, Collin Denk, Ella Schrader, Ellie Schwartz, Emily Fearing, Gabriella Hall, Jack Wittenberg, Jackson Wallerick, Jacob Geffre, Jake Krueger, Jonah Frydman, Josiah Merkle, Kayla Swenson, Lauren Schweitzer, Mara Prochaska, Marco Slipka, Mark Broderius, Mary Hernandez, Max Fick, Miranda Steffen, Mitchell Rowan, Morgan Fischer, Nathan Berg, Nathan Hoffman, Quinn Johnson, Rebecca DeFlorio, Reilly Schulz, Ryan Mona, TaeHam Hong, Tommy Odegard, Trevor Meyer, Webb Bolstad, Wyatte Chaffee.