I AM: Native American Heritage Month
Meet Anthony Porter from our Phoenix, AZ location.? Anthony is a critical player in our operations! As a Warehouse Associate, he skillfully reviews orders, prepares shipments, and tracks various bulks of inventory. His careful and collaborative work ensures our drivers have everything they need for successful deliveries.
To honor Native American Heritage Month, we are amplifying voices and stories with a series of Employee Spotlights. Read how Anthony celebrates his heritage in this interview:
How long have you been in the distribution industry? I have been in the distribution industry for 11 months.
What is your favorite part of your field of work? My favorite part of working in the warehouse is the interaction with other warehouse associates.
What are you passionate about? I am passionate about computers.
What career development has led to your current position? Many years of working in the warehouse environment have led to my current position.
What does Native American Heritage month mean to you? During this month, I find it most important to recognize the culture of Native Americans.
How has your heritage contributed to who you are today? Something that has always been important to me is sharing with and helping others.
What are some traditions in your family that are important to you? In my family, storytelling of relatives and ancestors is something we enjoy.
What is something you wish others knew about your culture? I would encourage others to try more Native American food.
What is your favorite thing to do outside of work? My favorite thing to do is play video games.
Share something about yourself: I am part of the Pima Gila River Tribe.