Brady Recognizes Associates Affiliated with the U.S. Armed Services

Brady, a company that provides energy management systems and comprehensive HVAC building solutions for commercial and industrial facilities across North Carolina, offers recognition and appreciation of their associates that have previously or are currently serving in the United States Armed Services. Making up a significant portion of the Brady labor force, 49 associates were service members in the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, National Guard and Coast Guard, or are actively serving in the reserves.

John Padgett

“Brady is proud to have such a large number of associates who have served our country,” says Jim Brady, president. “The technical training these men and women get within the Armed Services has direct application to the products and services we offer. In addition, the leadership skills developed serving our country directly apply in an industry that demands high-level project/process organization, self-management and problem-solving skills.”

As a family-owned business, the culture at Brady blends well with the lifestyle of service members and their families. “I recently retired from the U.S. Coast Guard Reserve, and couldn’t be more thankful to the Brady family and Brady Associates,” says John Padgett, Brady area service manager. “I was recalled in 2001, 2003 and 2006 for Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom. My Brady family actively supported my wife and I. The owners also make it a custom to formally thank and recognize all military associates on their return from active duty. This means a lot to me and shows that Brady is a company which truly cares about its service members.”

With an increasing number of service members coming home from overseas, companies like Brady play a crucial role in securing private-sector employment. These intelligent and hard-working men and women need hiring executives to see the possibilities for work excellence that comes from their broader range of experience.

In 2011, the company was awarded the Department of Defense Patriot Award. This recognition honors the role Brady plays in supporting  veteran and active duty personnel.