SRCL - Stericycle Recognized as a 2021 Top Company for Women to Work for in Transportation

Women In Trucking Association Honors Stericycle for its Commitment to Advancing the Employment of Women In Trucking

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BANNOCKBURN, Ill. , Dec. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Stericycle, Inc. (Nasdaq: SRCL), a leading provider of regulated medical waste management, secure information destruction and patient engagement solutions, has been recognized as a "Top Company for Women to Work for in Transportation".  Each year the Women In Trucking Association (WIT) honors leading companies that are focused on attracting and retaining women in the trucking industry and demonstrate a commitment to continually improving their work environments.

"Stericycle is proud to be a company that is dedicated to fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion among our team members and recognizing the significant impact that women have in our organization, every day," says Cindy J. Miller , president and chief executive officer at Stericycle. "We are honored to receive this prestigious award from the Women In Trucking Association and to be recognized for the strides we are making in creating a more gender-diverse workforce."

Stericycle views diversity and inclusion as a key element for corporate sustainability and success. Since being named the first female CEO of a publicly traded waste company in May 2019 , Ms. Miller has signed the CEO Action for Diversity and Inclusion pledge to demonstrate Stericycle's commitment to cultivating a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. The company also implemented five employee resource groups made up of diverse populations that are regularly consulted for perspective, including an active women's resource group that focuses on development, mentoring and life skills. Additionally, the company offers a competitive benefits package and flexible work arrangements for many roles.

"As women rise through the ranks in the transportation industry, we are excited to feature the companies that make the extra effort to attract and retain a more gender-diverse workforce," said Ellen Voie , president and CEO of WIT. "We applaud their efforts and this distinction is our way of giving them the recognition they deserve."

There are a number of criteria that distinguish companies recognized on the list, including: corporate cultures that foster gender diversity, competitive compensation and benefits, flexible hours and work requirements, professional development opportunities, and career advancement opportunities. This is the fourth year of this prestigious recognition program. To win the award, eligible companies are first nominated and then reviewed. A final ballot is then created and voted on by industry professionals. This year, more than 14,000 votes were cast to identify the top companies.

Stericycle has repeatedly been recognized in 2021 for its commitment to workplace leadership. This recognition by the Women In Trucking Association follows Stericycle's recent gold award from the Brandon Hall Group in the Best Certification category for its SWAT defensive driving certification program. Stericycle was also named a 2021 Watch List Company by Training Industry for its OSHA and HIPAA training and compliance solutions portfolio, Steri-Safe ^® . Earlier this year, Stericycle was awarded a Silver Stevie ^® Award in the 19th Annual American Business Awards ^® having been recognized as a 2021 Company of the Year in the Health Products and Services category for its suite of products and services, which protect the health and well-being of people, workplaces and communities.

About Stericycle
Stericycle, Inc., is a U.S. based business-to-business services company and leading provider of compliance-based solutions that protects people and brands, promotes health and well-being and safeguards the environment. Stericycle serves customers in the U.S. and 16 countries with solutions for regulated waste and compliance services, secure information destruction and patient engagement. For more information about Stericycle, please visit stericycle.com .

About Women In Trucking Association
Women In Trucking Association, Inc. is a nonprofit association established to encourage the employment of women in the trucking industry, promote their accomplishments and minimize obstacles faced by women working in the trucking industry. Membership is not limited to women, as 17% of its members are men who support the mission. Women In Trucking is supported by its members and the generosity of Gold Level Partners: Amazon, Arrow Truck Sales, Daimler Trucks North America, Expediter Services, FedEx Freight, Great Dane, J.B. Hunt Transport, Michelin North America , PACCAR, Penske Transportation Solutions, Ryder System, Walmart, and Waste Management. For more information, visit www.womenintrucking.org or call 888-464-9482.

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