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Our ESG Journey Empowering People Governance Empowering People Preserving Our World Servin Trusted Human Rights and DEI Employment Training and W Development " The greatest resource in the worl the human individual , with ea individual having enormous pote to do wonderful things . " Bob Kierlin , Fastenal Founder The quote above speaks to Fastenal’s foundational belief in people and serves as a fitting lead-in to the social aspects of our ESG program. Because we value people (as unique human beings, not just human capital), we prioritize safety, we foster a culture of equity and respect, and we strive to improve our communities. Because we believe in human potential (versus fixed talents), we invest in career- long learning resources for every employee. We empower employees to make local decisions and to think big for our customers. And we remain strongly committed to promotion from within, creating pathways for employees to branch out, build rewarding careers, and become leaders in our organization. Our people-cen Find gre peop fro P m rowmitohtien 6 Give the reason to s
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ng as a d Partner Appendix Workplace Health and Safety Community Engagement ld is ach ential " / 2024 ESG Report ntered strategy can be summarized with some simple thoughts: epalet 1 Invite them 2 to join 6 em a 5 stay Challenge them to 3 teach, learn, and be willing to change 4 Remind everyone that no single group of people has a monopoly on talent, ambition, or ability 1155
