CHASKA, Minn.–Tokyo Electron Limited (TEL) was recognized as a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon company at a proclamation event Sept. 15 in Chaska for its efforts in supporting military veterans and service members.“Tokyo Electron Limited joins Minnesota companies from across the state that have received Yellow Ribbon designation,” said Army Brig. Gen. Stefanie Horvath, Minnesota National Guard representative.“ They have made a commitment to actively implement measures that support our service membersand their families.Weare gratefulfor their dedication.”“Our support for these individuals is both the right thing to do as part of our TEL FOR GOOD volunteerism program and beneficial to our business in the form of employing high-quality team members with military backgrounds,” said Mark Dougherty, TEL President and general manager.Through its community and corporate partnerships, the Beyond the Yellow Ribbon, known as BTYR, program’s community network provides veterans, service members, and their families in all branches a wide range of support, including deployment readiness, family assistance and resources, youth programs, and more.BTYR and the Minnesota National Guard value these partnerships as they are key to the military community’s well-being and service members’ ability to complete their mission. They also highlight the skills and experiences veterans andservice members bring to any organization. “We believe that connecting with the veteran workforce can help us with a talent challenge in our industry,” said Larry Smith, veteran and TEL U.S. chairman of the board. “We feel a veteran brings great attributes, leadership, discipline, and teamwork to our company.”TEL is the 84th company to receive this recognition.
