October 6, 2008 – Herman Miller's Zeeland Operations will receive the Michigan Voluntary Protection Program (MVPP) Star Award from the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA) at a special ceremony on Thursday, October 9, at 2:00 p.m. The event will be located at the company's headquarters in Zeeland.

This is Herman Miller's fourth facility to receive the prestigious MVPP Star Award.

The Michigan Voluntary Protection Programs (MVPP) Star Award for outstanding safety and health programs is awarded by MIOSHA, and recognizes worksites that provide exemplary safety and health protection for their workers.  The MIOSHA program is part of the Michigan Department of Labor & Economic Growth (DLEG).

DLEG Director Keith W. Cooley will present the MVPP Star Award to Greg Wrona, General Manager of Operations for Herman Miller, Inc., who will accept on behalf of the entire Zeeland Operations Team.  Employees and guests will attend the presentation.

Herman Miller is a leading global provider of office furniture and services.  Its Zeeland Operations employs 950 workers and manufactures work surfaces and other office systems furniture components for the company.

EVENT:             MVPP Star Award Presentation
DATE:               Thursday, October 9, 2008
TIME:               2:00 PM
LOCATION:      855 East Main Street, Zeeland, MI 49464
                        Contact:  Susan Koole (616) 654-5709