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For Immediate Release Arby’s Ranks Among Atlanta’s Best and Brightest Companies To Work For® June 3, 2015—Arby’s Restaurant Group, Inc., the Atlanta-‐based franchisor of the iconic Arby’s® brand, was listed as one of “Atlanta’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For,” a designation that many Atlanta companies pursue annually. This year’s winners proved to be companies that deliver exceptional human resources practices. They will be honored by the National Association for Business Resources (NABR) on Tuesday, June 30 at the Atlanta Marriott Northwest Galleria. “Arby’s Restaurant Group, Inc. is thrilled to be recognized by the NABR as one of Atlanta’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For,” said Melissa Strait, Chief People Officer. “Our leadership team has embarked on a journey to enhance the culture at Arby’s, both at the Global Support Center in Atlanta and also in the field at our restaurants. This accolade marks yet another milestone and reinforces that we’re headed in the right direction.” Only companies that distinguish themselves as having the most innovative and thoughtful human resources approach can be bestowed this honor. The winning companies compete for 12 elite awards, one granted for each category. Also, an overall winner that has excelled in all categories will be honored with a “Best of the Best Overall” award. The elite award winners will be revealed during the breakfast program on June 30. An independent research firm evaluates each company’s entry based on key measures in various categories. They include Compensation, Benefits and Employee Solutions; Employee Enrichment, Engagement and Retention; Employee Education and Development; Recruitment, Selection and Orientation; Employee Achievement and Recognition; Communication and Shared Vision; Diversity and Inclusion; Work-‐
Life Balance; Community Initiatives; Strategic Company Performance and the Best of the Best Small Business. “We are honored to recognize the efforts of this year’s 'Best and Brightest' companies. These companies have created impressive organizational value and business results through their policies and best practices in human resource management. This award has become a designation sought after by hundreds of metro Atlanta area companies and is a powerful recruitment tool in the drive to attract and retain exceptional employees,” said Jennifer Kluge, President and CEO of NABR. Contact: Jason Rollins, APR 678-‐514-‐4143 PR@arbys.com About the Best and Brightest Programs The Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® is a program of the National Association for Business Resources that provides the business community with the opportunity to gain recognition, showcase their best practices and demonstrate why they are an ideal place for employees to work. This national program celebrates those companies that are making better business, creating richer lives and building a stronger community as a whole. There are numerous regional celebrations throughout the country. About Arby’s Arby’s, founded in 1964, is the first nationally franchised sandwich restaurant brand, with more than 3,300 restaurants worldwide. The Arby’s brand purpose is “Inspiring Smiles Through Delicious Experiences™.” Arby’s delivers on its purpose by celebrating the art of Meatcraft™ with a variety of high-‐quality proteins paired with crave-‐able sides, such as Curly Fries and Jamocha shakes. Arby’s® restaurants feature Fast Crafted™ service, a unique blend of quick-‐serve speed and value combined with the quality and made-‐for-‐you care of fast casual. Arby’s Restaurant Group, Inc. is the franchisor of the Arby’s brand and is headquartered in Atlanta, Ga. Visit Arbys.com for more information or socially connect with Arby’s at: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram.