1. 07•2015
issue 39
Allsteel Connection
Featured this Issue
Fun and
Fellowship
Healthworks
Member Highlight
Your Wealth
July Birthdays &
Anniversaries
Your Health-
COMPASS
Interns 2015
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Upcoming Events
• July 3rd- Holiday
• August 8th- HNI Fun
Run
• August 16th- HNI Family
Picnic
Letter from Leadership - Jan Johnson
Hi, my name is Jan Johnson, and I’m Allsteel’s VP of Design and
Workplace Resources. I know…my title is wordy and not very clear
as to what I or my small team really does, so I’ll explain. We are
all former interior designers or architects who have become what
are called ‘workplace strategists’. We help organizations develop
workplace strategies – that is, the underlining logic an organization
uses to make decisions about the design, allocation and use of
space for work. Every organization has a workplace strategy,
whether they realize it or not, when they make decisions about where they work, who gets
what workspace and how it can be used. Our goal is to help them make those decisions
consciously, and with as much good information as possible, so they feel good about what
they’ve decided, AND they consider Allsteel a trusted advisor for helping them. So we sell
more. And they are happy with their investment with us and come back to us when they
need something else.
For those of you who have heard about our POV (point of view) story that helps us describe
what makes Allsteel unique, you know it refers to the challenges customers have in
connecting their business strategy to their workplace strategy. That’s exactly why my team
exists - to help them do that. To translate how they want to work, through the lens of their
culture and values, into how the physical workplace should support them.
We have a series of tools we use to do all this, and our own internal Design Applications
team works really closely with us to develop product solution recommendations. Our
tools include papers we’ve written explaining trends and best practices, surveys and other
activities to identify how they work, stories of what other customers have done and what’s
working and not working, and examples of really smart “kit-of-parts”.
We’re not the only ones who do this: many (but not all) design firms and several real estate
firms, like Jones Lang LaSalle, also provide those services to their clients. In those cases,
we don’t try to take that work away from them, since they’re usually getting paid for those
services, while we include them in the cost of product. Instead, we offer to help, if they want
it.
All of our major competitors also offer these services in one form or another; and some DO
charge for them. We think we have a competitive advantage, though, because our approach
is consistent with our brand: we don’t prescribe, but instead help the customer to discover
what’s best for THEM (if you’ve heard the parable that says “give a man a fish and you feed
him for a day; teach him to fish and you feed him for life” – we definitely believe in teach our
customers to fish). And we help make sense of all the hype that’s out there about what the
workplace should be.
We love what we do, and we’re so glad it’s of value to our customers. It’s wonderful to be
a part of an organization that puts our customers’ success first. Thanks for all you do every
day to make that happen too.

2. Fun and Fellowship- July Events
• July 1- 30th- PENCIL Fundraising
Competition (Providing Educational
Necessities Can Increase Learning).
Details coming soon!
• July 18th- Kolor for Kids 5k run/walk in
Muscatine. All proceeds go to benefit
University of Iowa Children’s Hospital.
Get a team together and sign-up today
at www.kolors4kids.com.
• Interested in Networking with other
members from different departments?
Sign up for lunch networking sessions
here.
Member Highlight- Natalie Anderson
Natalie Anderson has been with Allsteel since January 2014 as
a Sr. Specialist, Integrated Support. When asked about Natalie,
Darren Garrett responded that he has always been impressed
with her “can-do attitude and her ability to manage an ever-
changing workflow.” Ultimately, Natalie’s commitment to serving
our sales members is what really stands out to those who know
her. Thanks, Natalie, for all that you do!
What do you love about working for Allsteel/HNI?
The opportunity to start and grow a new team; Integrated Support. Many organizations only talk
of making organizational change, so I came to Allsteel because there were actions being taken
and members in positions who were serving as catalysts for change. I thrive on that type of
energy.
What motivates you every day?
The Integrated Support team. These young professionals never shy away from a challenge. I
have all the confidence in the world that they can do anything they set their mind to. My rewards
come from seeing them build character, lift each other up, and even surprise themselves.
What are your hobbies outside of work?
When I’m not at work, I like jogging with my miniature schnauzers, Levi and Layla, spending time
with my family, or volunteering at the Quad City Airshow and Dress for Success Quad Cities. I’m
also a Certified Reflexologist and Reiki Master, so I enjoy helping people with stress reduction
and energy work. I also like researching and learning about essential oils.
Do you have any advice to give to members?
To affect the quality of the day, that is the highest of the arts. – Henry David Thoreau
Healthworks- Mid-Year Resolutions
Join us this July as we work towards mid-
year resolutions! Being healthy doesn’t just
happen once a year, make it a habit. Have
you posted your resolution yet?

3. Your Wealth- Stock Discount
Did you know that HNI offers stock to its members
at a 15% discount?
So why does HNI do this? HNI Corporation believes
that members who own stock in the Corporation
have a greater “stake” in it. This Plan enables
members to share in the growth of the Corporation.
Furthermore, the Plan provides an opportunity to
accumulate wealth for your future financial needs.
For more information on the plan and how to enroll,
contact your local MCR department.
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Eric Johnson 2 yrs
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Jillian Lamb
Kevin Stark 29 yrs
Lori Pfiffner 3 yrs
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Jana Giraldin
Lynda Whittle
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Travis Johnson
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Amy Streufert
Jennifer Freeman 4 yrs
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Regan Donoghue
Nanci Scoular
Renee Templeton
Karen Huneycutt 11 yrs
Cindy Morehead 11 yrs
Pam Pusateri 5yrs
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Ryan Esche
Molly Daly 1 yr
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Jessica Baudoux
Diana Boeding
Lisa Miller
Britta Dixon 2 yrs
Rachel Patterson 2 yrs
Jessie Spencer 2 yrs
Elizabeth Wert 1 yr
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Debra Drone
Leonard Sperandeo
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A.J. Paron-Wildes 9 yrs
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Olivia Danielson
Jarrod Singer
Amanda Perales 10 yrs
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Sridhar Raichur 16 yrs
Derek Steelman 5 yrs
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Lindsay McCullough
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Christy Jenkins
Anna O’Ryan
Andy Benner 2 yrs
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Mary Anne Chew
Jennifer Blaser 3 yrs
Spencer Hill 3 yrs
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Mark Roumfort
Carol Luly 9 yrs
Melissa Schumacher 9 yrs
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David Madrid
Sanela Hadzic 4 yrs
Emily Kovar 4 yrs
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Ryan Shackleford
Piam Sladek 5 yrs
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Sarah Kern
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Holly Barrett 1 yr
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Karen Butler
Anne Helmick-Lyon
Jorge Anaya 12 yrs
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Caroline Alexander 3 yrs
Karen Butler 3 yrs
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Lauren Foxwell
Andrea Bell 8 yrs
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Tyler Lamb
Stephen Sparks
Kristen Gierlus
Stephen Sparks 38 yrs
Marian Morley 9 yrs
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Josh Blair
Julie Walter 16 yrs
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Eric Johnson
Krystyna Kling
Ingrid Sensor
Dean Teeselink 23 yrs
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Taylor Duncan 1 yr
Jason Huber 1 yr
Greg Thede 1 yr
Nicole Zee 1 yr
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Judith McCann
Judy Suttles
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Jason Huber
Samantha Miller 3 yrs
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Darren Keele
Carol Luly
Kirsten Parsons
Birthdays
Anniversaries
July
Birthdays and Anniversaries

4. HNI is partnering with a company
named Compass to offer a new
resource for everyone enrolled in the
medical plan! This new resource is
actually a person—his name is Derek,
and he is HNI’s new Health Pro.
WHAT DEREK CAN DO FOR YOU & YOUR FAMILY:
o Help you understand your benefits
o Give you price comparisons for medical services & prescriptions
o Review your medical bills to make sure you aren’t overcharged
o Find highly-rated doctors, dentists, and & eye care professionals
o Schedule appointments
NEW BENEFIT AVAILBLE TO
YOU & YOUR FAMILY!
WHY IS THIS NEW BENEFIT BEING OFFERED?
HNI’s Health Plan is self-funded, so we all help pay for
each other’s healthcare costs. Compass is included with
your medical plan enrollment to help you understand your
family’s healthcare options and find highly-rated care at the
right price.
WHAT’S NEXT?
You’ll receive a letter in the mail soon with more information. In the meantime, feel
free to register at member.compassphs.com— all members who register online by
August 31, 2015 will be entered to win 1 of 5 Fitbits! Make sure to use Google
Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, or Internet Explorer 10 or higher.

5. Interns 2015
Thank you to all of our interns for another great year! To celebrate your success,
we wanted to share some fun facts:
• Did you know HNI had 96 interns this year?
• Did you know Allsteel Headquarters had 15 interns?
• Did you know that HNI has early career development programs for Finance,
MCR, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Production Supervision?