SPWG Q2 Newsletter

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OUR MISSION

Sierra Pacific Warehouse Group makes our customers successful by providing professional, quality, friendly, dedicated, accurate, safe, and efficient warehousing and logistics services.

Here we are in a whole new season!

Thanks to all that helped us achieve our 6th AA rating BRCGS audit and certification. This is great news and really helps us stand out from the competition. Our customers count on us to be the experts, know what we are doing and show that we have the best practices.Our goal is to be excellent at what we do. Take the time to do it right, check our work, and deliver each load just like we would want to receive it.

We are going into uncharted times. Many of our customers import their products and others export. The tariffs are creating uncertainty in the market in the supply chain and it’s unknown where it will end up. What we do know for sure, is that during this time of uncertainty, we want our customers to know that they can count on us, to be reliable and trustworthy. I know I can count on each one of you to help make our customers successful, each and every shipment. I am proud of our SPWG team and look forward to a successful season.

Thank you!

SPRING 2025

BRCGS AA Re-Certificated and Ready for the Year Ahead!

Sierra Pacific has successfully wrapped up the 2025 BRCGS Storage and Distribution audits of our warehouse facilities in Modesto and Patterson! With audit findings kept to a minimum, both Modesto and Patterson have achieved AA Ratings for the sixth year in a row! Sierra Pacific maintains the mindset that when you follow through on storage and handling the right way the first time, we are ultimately prepared for any inspection, audit, or visit that may pop up, announced or otherwise, and our recent BRCGS Audits and Organic Inspections reflected that. Our dedication to quality service and warehousing for our customers was on full display, and it shows that our teams take pride in the roles they play in the food supply chain. Thank you to all teams in Modesto and Patterson for showing what an independent family-owned operation can accomplish!

Questions or concerns? Reach out to Harrison Power at 209-534-7695 / hpower@spwg.com

WAREHOUSE OF CHOICE 2025

When choosing your warehousing and logistics provider, you want a partner who is committed to helping your business grow and succeed in 2025. We continue to stay up to date on all the latest changes in the industry and strive to provide quality and experienced services both for our customers and hard-working employees. We are BRCGS AA Certificated, Certified Organic, and take food-safety with the utmost care and concern. We are proud to play a central role in the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) and routinely travel to Washington DC to represent your interests in the food safety and logistics industry We are members of IWLA, GCCA, AFFI, CLFP, and more organizations to make sure we have the best resources to help support and serve our customers. Sierra Pacific Warehouse Group is loyal to its customers, and we are always mindful that it is your decision to do business with SPWG. To us, our customers are more than just customers, they are part of the Sierra Pacific team and we look forward to the year ahead.

Family Owned, Customer Service Focused!

We are proud to be a company that cares deeply about our customer's success and we work daily to make sure our customer's goals are reached with friendly, accurate service. Our clerical team encounters truck drivers, customers, and the warehouse team in all aspects of their day to day tasks and does so to make sure that loads go out safely and correctly on the road.Thank you to all of our customer service team in making sure we run smoothly – Customer Service Manager, Christina Rodriguez, wants to shout out Alexia Refil, Audrey Becerra, Alinson Suarez, Jennifer Marquez, and Que Williams for especially stepping up to challenges from drivers to diverse customer profiles and doing so with a positive attitude!

SPWG ORGANIC

All Sierra Pacific Warehouse Group facilities are Certified Organic.All warehousing processes are in place so we can best store your organic products. Our sanitation standards allow us to operate without chemicals to further keep your product pure and safe

WE ARE RAIL SERVED

Take advantage of our excellent rail service with both of the Class A railroads. Our Modesto facility features daily connections to the Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) and Union Pacific lines via the Modesto and Empire Traction Company. Plus, our Patterson facility offers frozen rail via the Union Pacific Railroad as well.

TRUCKING AND LOGISTICS

Sierra Pacific Express is here to solve your trucking and logistics need for Northern California and beyond! Headed by Dave Cultrera and Jeff Lawson, you have access to over 65 years combined experience in complete freight pro-grams, pooling, and customer experience. For deliveries around the state and greater west coast region, Sierra Pacific Express can set up customized programs for single or scheduled service.

Dave Cultrera Je Lawson

OUR JARRAD F

This quarter light and feature Jarrad is the epitome of a loyal, dedicated warehouse employee. Quiet and humble, Jarrad consistently puts in theeffort to ensure every job is done right and his commitment to accuracy is evident in the way he handles orders – especially appreciated by Cat Duenas handling high volume orders at 3731. Kenny appreciates how Jarrad stays out of any workplace drama and focuses solely on his responsibilities and contributing to a job well done. We appreciate his reliability and the strength he brings to the team. for all you do and we hope you know how much we appreciate your teamwork!

Community Engagement business & community leaders

For over 35 years, Sierra Pacific Warehouse Group has been a proud member of the Central Valley business community with locations in Modesto and Patterson. From the start, our founders had a commitment to operating the best company they could while always emphasizing the importance of family and community.This commitment continues today as Sierra Pacific remains family operated and a dedicated sponsor of many community events. We are so happy to support many local events that encourage community engagement, historical preservation, arts & music, and business our vibrant downtown. Make sure to check out some of these fun things to do in town!

tified Farmers Market

fied Farmers Market is where the locals go for fresh produce, delicious foods, and unique artisan foods. In one convenient downtown location, you can support local farmers and take home healthy, nutritious vegetables and fruit. Every month they host FREE family activities, such as kid’s ffles, or special holiday festivities. Check out the market every Thursday and Saturday morning from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM at 16th St between H and I St.

y the 4th Celebration

ars Fan? May the 4th Be With You in Downtown Modesto! Join us in 10th St Plaza May 4th from 5:00 for live cantina

band music, light saber battles, Death Star pinata competitions, vendors, artists, face painters and more! We are proud to be the home of Star Wars and George Lucas and have a blast putting this celebration together every year

Graffiti Summer on the Way!

June kicks off Graffiti Summer here in Modesto, USA! Make sure to come check out these amazing events supported by Sierra Pacific, ModestoView, and North Modesto Kiwanis. June 4th Legends of the Cruise Hall of Fame Ceremony in 10th St Plaza – June 6th Graffiti Parade in Downtown Modesto – June 7th/8th Car Show and Festival at MJC West Campus. Learn more at www.americangraffitifestival.com

MoBand at Graceada Park

June 5th, 12th, 18th, 26th and July 3rd, 10th – A Modesto Tradition at Graceada Park for six weeks in the summer. Enjoy a free picnic in the park and listen to the live music of the Modesto Band of Stanislaus County. Kid-friendly and a perfect time to spend the evening with 1,000 of your closest Modesto friends!

HR and Insurance Corner!

Right now, markets and 401ks are going through a time of uncertainty. We want to assure you of the importance of your 401k as a long-term strategy and remind you that we have professionals that are here for you if you have any questions. Empower’s Learning Center offers informative topics on retirement, saving, investing, and more, which can be valuable for employees. We encourage you to stay committed to your 401k contributions, even during market downturns, to build a robust retirement fund. If you need more detailed information or specific reports, feel free to ask! Regularly contributing to a 401k allows for dollar-cost averaging.This means buying more shares when prices are low and

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fewer shares when prices are high, potentially lowering the average cost per share over time. A well-diversified portfolio can help mitigate risks associated with market volatility. By spreading investments across various asset classes, such as stocks, bonds, and money market funds, you can reduce the impact of market swings on their overall portfolio. Our program offers professionally managed funds that adjust asset allocation based on market conditions and retirement timelines. For example, the BlackRock LifePath Index 2040 Fund allocates assets among equity, bond, and money market funds to balance risk and growth potential.

Questions?

Ganji Gregory Pitnick Group Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc.200 E. Franklin St. Ste 200, Monterey, CA 93940

264-9044 | paul_gregoryiii@ml.com

Do you have a question about your bene ts? Please contact Belinda Kachalkin at 209-593-3709 or bkachalkin@spwg.com Michelle Powers at 209-593-3712 or michelle@spwg.com

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