"We at Brown-Forman are pleased to promote art@work. Sharing the artistic
expression of our employees is a boost not only to the environment but to the
spirit of our company, as well."
— Owsley Brown, Chairman and CEO, Brown-Forman
Corporation
"Bottleweave" by Jerry Irwin, Assistant
Vice President,
Director, Compensation, Brown-Forman Corporation.
Medium: acrylic in 50 ml
Jack Daniel's bottles.
"art@work was a great way to see another side of our employees. I know we were all
a little nervous about showing our amateur art next to the extensive professional
art collection Brown-Forman has on display throughout the campus, but I think everyone
was pleasantly surprised by the positive lunchtime discussions the exhibits created.
I've chatted with a number of employees about their pieces and how they came to create
that specific piece, and a number of employees have come up to me and commented on their
perceptions of my pieces, etc. It added to my respect for the employees who were willing
to share part of themselves through their art."
— Jerry Irwin, Assistant Vice President, Director,
Compensation,
Brown-Forman Corporation
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"Cinergy is a company that truly values diversity and
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"At Forbes, we have found that the arts not only make for a more stimulating and
creative work environment, but they have a direct and positive impact on the
bottom line. By participating in art@work and recognizing the creativity
of our employees, we evidence our commitment to them and their interests which,
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"art@work has identified a community of like-minded people in the corporation
who are passionate about the arts. The program is a unique way for employees
to connect across departments, even though they may never do "business"
together. And, in these tough economic times, it is a very special way to acknowledge
and celebrate the talents of the people we work with.
— Margaret Trombly, Vice President, The Forbes
Collection, Forbes
"The experience was petrifying at first, but it turned out to be enjoyable.
I'm already thinking of what to do next year. Thanks for the opportunity - this
was a wonderful morale booster."
— Carol Zialcita, Fluor Corporation
"art@work has proved more valuable than we ever anticipated. Besides brightening
up our environment here at King, it has boosted spirits and encouraged quality
communication amongst all employees. It is a wonderful way to recognize and
promote creativity at work, and has had a positive impact on many aspects of
our business."
— Jerome Baranowski, Chief Financial Officer,
King Engineering Associates, Inc.
"Management is pleasantly surprised at the extent of positive impact the
show has had. From all the feedback, there is no doubt it had an effect on morale
and employee relations."
— Andrea Carroll, Business Manager, King Engineering
Associates, Inc.
"I was very impressed with both the quality and variety of the work on
display in Playboy's art@work exhibit. The opening reception for all our employees
was especially exciting, as the contributors could show their work and people
throughout the company had the chance to see their colleagues in new and different
ways."
— Christie A. Hefner, Chairman of the Board and
Chief Executive Officer,
Playboy Enterprises, Inc.
"art@work has been an incredible success at Pfizer. The concept of promoting
the artistic endeavors of our employees not only serves to encourage the hidden
artist in all of us, but it promotes the necessity for creative outlets and
expression. art@work has not only enriched the day-to-day workplace experience,
but has educated, inspired and lead employees in innovative directions."
— Barry M. Winiker, Curator, Pfizer Inc
"We understand the role the arts play in employee development. During the
art@work initiative, we celebrated the imaginative talents of our employees
and their children. Academic achievement, complemented by innovation and creative
ability, make Rockwell Automation’s workforce industry leaders."
— Mary Jane Hall, Senior Vice President-Human
Resources, Rockwell Automation
(Board Member of the Greater Milwaukee United
Performing Arts Fund)
"art@work shows that our employees have talents in addition to the ones
they display in their jobs...and it confirms my feeling that the company cares
about the employees in a broader sense, beyond just doing our jobs while at
our desk."
— Harvey Lerner, Clinical Study Manager, Women's
Health Group, Pfizer Inc
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