See the attached letter for details.

IUPUI Student Life Community Builder Award

The Herman Miller Student Video Contest

Video submissions were collected from students across the U.S. to determine where they learn best.  Thank you to those who entered our Student Video Contest. We received a variety of creative and insightful entries from across the United States.  These are the winning entries:

1st Place—Stephen Boyd, Ball State University

2nd Place—George Hayward, Pennsylvania State University

3rd Place—Cody Smucker, The Ohio State University

http://www.hermanmiller.com/Student-Video-Contest

Once certain criteria are met, you will be awarded the Green Business Seal, which you can use to promote your company’s commitment to the environment and improving your community.

If you are an Indy Chamber member, there are no additional costs to be a member of our award- winning Green Business Initiative. Let the Indianapolis Chamber help you green your business and promote your efforts. Learn more by visiting IndyGreenBusiness.com, or call 317.464.2220

Find out more about which Indianapolis businesses and organizations that have become Green Business Initiative leaders in our community.

Whether it’s a classroom or a boardroom, collaboration is crucial. People need the freedom and mobility to learn and make decisions on their own, as well as with the help of their peers.

Bretford’s line of meeting and learning furniture makes it easy to seek out that next big idea, build a relationship with a new client, or even learn your state capitals. And our products are safe.

Backed by certified tests, our furniture is designed to ensure safety, especially for children.

To learn more about Bretford’s Meeting and Training furniture solutions go to salesinfo@officeworks.net.

April 2010

Herman Miller, Inc. is introducing a variety of new colors and bases for the Eames molded plastic chairs. The additional options expand the classic’s ability to suit multiple applications and also reinforce the company’s commitment to authentic, sustainable design.

Five new colors will complete a vivid spectrum of 10 choices available for both the armchair and side chair models. Aqua sky, java, wafer, greystone, and sparrow will join existing colors black, red, white, light blue, and lime green.

Two bases, including the stacking/ganging base and the 4-legged base, will join the existing wire base, rocker base, and the recently reintroduced dowel leg base.

“The introduction of these colors and bases is a response to the increasing popularity of these chairs. They serve a variety of residential and commercial applications, and the additional colors and bases will provide a broader range of options for our customers,” says product manager Gregg VanderKooi. “Since Herman Miller is the only licensed manufacturer of these chairs in North America, we believe it’s important to provide authentic choices to protect the integrity of these classic designs.”

The chair shells, once made of fiberglass-infused plastic, are produced in environmentally friendly polypropylene, a decision made by the company almost a decade ago to reinforce its commitment to sustainability. In addition, the chairs now are made in the United States to reduce their manufacturing carbon footprint.

The Eameses designed their molded plastic armchair in 1948 for entry in the International Competition for Low-Cost Furniture organized by the New York Museum of Modern Art.

Herman Miller introduced the armchair, along with a companion side chair in 1950, and they soon found broad acceptance in residential and institutional markets—becoming the first mass-produced plastic chairs. Herman Miller reintroduced the Eames molded plastic chairs in 2001 and then dramatically increased the offering in 2005 as part of its ‘Get Real’ campaign for authenticity.

Go to salesinfo@officeworks.net to request more information and pricing.

Three years ago, OfficeWorks established an Hispanic Scholarship at the IU School of Informatics. Hispanic students enrolled in the informatics program may earn up to $2500 for their tuition. This is just one of many diverse programs in which OfficeWorks participates.

The employees at OfficeWorks received some well deserved recognition at the Herman Miller Annual Dealer Meeting. Fifteen dealers in North America were recognized for exceeding their “market share” goals for 2009. OfficeWorks ranked #6 in all of North America. This is the third ‘CUBE” Award for OfficeWorks and particularly gratifying to receive in light of current economic challenges.

We’re learning how to eat healthier and be healthier. Participants attempt to walk around the OfficeWorks building eight times, twice a week for a total of five miles. Team Names include; Gutless Wonders, Duke This, Winning Losers, The Tight A _ _ _ _ and The Bob & Tom Show plus 1.

No one was willing to share their “before” pictures, nor were they willing to share photos of the ugliest workout wear competition. We’ll have photos of the entire group when we come together in June for the finale of the OW Biggest Loser Competition.

Spring 2010

Purdue University recognizes OfficeWorks and Herman Miller for their contribution and donation to the Discovery and Learning Research Center.

Purdue recently dedicated its new Hall for Discovery and Learning Research. The hall, which was built at a cost of $25 million, was funded by gifts, the university’s capital reserve for buildings and $4 million from the state. The lead gifts for the facility and its centers are from: Alfred E. Mann Foundation for Biomedical Engineering; Burton D. Morgan Foundation; Susan Bulkeley Butler, a 1965 Purdue alumna who served on the board of trustees from 2006-2009; Herman Miller Inc.; Lilly Endowment Inc.; Sally and Ken Mason, respectively, former Purdue provost and current president of the University of Iowa, and an educator and textbook author who teaches biological sciences at the University of Iowa; and OfficeWorks. The dedication ceremony included guest speaker, Dr. Kathryn D. Sullivan, the first American woman to walk in space.

Prior to the dedication ceremony, OfficeWorks and Herman Miller were invited by University President, France Cordova to attend a donor recognition luncheon. It is exciting for OfficeWorks to be part of a facility that houses some of Purdue University’s top research projects including ones that focus on improving learning in science fields, treating cancer and protecting communities from earthquakes.

Waste Reduction

• • Reuse packaging materials and ship using recycled or carrier provided eco-friendly boxes.
• • Use more electronic media sources to reduce the use of printed catalogs, materials and bulk mailings.
• • Make two-sided photo copies when possible.
• • Refurbish/reuse/donate existing furniture.

Recycling

• • Recycle paper, cardboard, wood pallets, glass and metal.

Energy Reduction

• • Use energy efficient light bulbs.
• • Use programmable thermostats.
• • Use timers to control warehouse and exterior lighting.
• • Coordinate truck deliveries for fuel conservation.
• • Turn off all desk accessories, i.e. computer monitors, fans, lamps, etc. when not in use.
• • Unplug digital camera or cell phone chargers when not in use.
• • Close/open blinds in work areas for best energy efficiency.

Emission Reduction

• • Refuel vehicles after 6:00 pm.
• • We encourage participation in presentations, training, etc., through teleconferencing or webinars to conserve travel.
• • Delivery drivers are asked to adhere to our “no idle” policy.
• • We encourage employees to carpool or bike to work by providing special parking and bike racks.

Partnerships

OfficeWorks has aligned itself with many vendor/suppliers who are committed to the environment through the manufacture of their products as well as the design of their facilities. As a certified Herman Miller dealer, we are particularly proud of the numerous awards they have received for their environmental stewardship.