Governor Gretchen Whitmer is a lifelong Michigander. She is a lawyer, an educator, former prosecutor, State Representative and Senator. She was the first woman to lead a Senate caucus. But the most important title she boasts is MOM. Inspired by her family, she’s devoted her life to building a stronger Michigan for everyone.
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June 25, 2021
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June 25, 2021
Contact: Press@Michigan.gov
VIDEO: Governor Whitmer Gets a Taste of Working at Better Made
Better Made celebrates 90 years of employing workers, contributing to state's economy
Lansing, MICH. - Governor Whitmer continued her "Work With Whitmer" tour at Better Made Snack Foods in Detroit, where she assisted with quality control, case packing, and fulfilling online orders. The governor highlighted the company's contribution to strengthening the state's economy and also presented a special tribute in honor of former company CEO, Salvatore "Sam" Cipriano and celebrated Better Made Snack Food's 90th anniversary.
"It was my honor to visit Better Made Snack Foods, a Michigan institution, for their 90th anniversary," said Governor Gretchen Whitmer. "I was thrilled to spend time working alongside dedicated Better Made employees getting some hands-on experience in the facility where my favorite chips are made and pay tribute to former CEO Sam Cipriano, whose leadership has helped Better Made thrive. The company offers good-paying jobs to Michiganders in the region and is contributing to our economic jumpstart as we emerge from the pandemic together."
"We are very honored to have such a high-ranking government official visit our facility," says Cathy Gusmano, CEO of Better Made Snack Foods. "We appreciate the Governor taking the time out of her busy schedule to come and see what we do and we're really pleased that we are her favorite potato chip!"
View the video here.
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