Van Meter Videos

I am Dan. I am committed to safety. I am Van Meter.
When we all prioritize safety, it becomes part of our culture. I am Dan. I am committed to safety. I am Van Meter. #DeliveryDriver #JobSafety #SafetyCulture

How to connect wire pulling ropes with soft shackles
Want to see Adam turn two pulling ropes into one?🪄 It's not magic. It's easy with Southwire soft shackles, and it can make your pull ropes more versatile to save you time in the field! Learn more: https://bit.ly/46jf7eI #WirePulling #PullingRope #Southwire

#OfficeOlympics: Desk Chair Race
We held desk chair races as part of our #OfficeOlympics last week, and while they didn't exactly follow the rules, the results were spectacular.🏁🏎️

What's your Karaoke Song?
It’s #InternationalKaraokeDay!🎤 See what songs our employee-owners would sing, and let us know what your go-to song is in the comments! #askvanmeter #karaokeday #karaoke

What Emoji Describes Van Meter?
If you’ve used your calendar emoji 📅 recently, you might have noticed today is #WorldEmojiDay!🥳 To celebrate, we asked our interns which #emoji describes Van Meter. Comment with an emoji to share yours too! #emojiday #askvanmeter

Father's Day Dad Jokes
Being a dad requires a special type of humor. Enjoy some of our best dad jokes, and have a Happy Father's Day! #fathersday #dadjokes #funny

Women in Industry Forum
How much fun did our group have at last week’s #WomenInIndustry Forum? We’ll have to #tbt so you can see for yourself.🤠💃

I am Jamie. I am Improving My Health. I am Van Meter.
Van Meter’s focus on wellbeing for employee-owners inspired me to make changes for my long-term health. My team’s support and enthusiasm for my weekly progress updates provided motivation and accountability! I am Jamie. I am improving my health. I am Van Meter.

Kathy Etscheidt 65th Work Anniversary
On June 1, 1959, Kathy Etscheidt started her career at Van Meter. That’s right, it’s Kathy’s 65th (!) work anniversary today! 🥳 Check out this video with some fun stories from over the years, and help us congratulate Kathy on this milestone!👏

What does your mom do?
Do your kids know what you do at work? See what some of our kids think their mom does at work, and learn why Van Meter moms are empowered to be their best at work and home! Happy #MothersDay!💖 Read more👇 https://bit.ly/3y8LBLA

I am Vely. I am a Cook. I am Van Meter.
I grew up cooking Hmong dishes with my family, and I'm thankful Van Meter gives me the opportunity to share my culture with my coworkers and help them try new things. I am Vely. I am a cook. I am Van Meter.

Wired for Success Ep. 7: Looking Forward
How can looking backwards help steer us forward? In the final episode of our series from The History Center, learn how the principles Van Meter was founded on will guide our plans for the future.🚀

Van Meter at the Cedar Rapids RoughRiders
🏒Zamboni Rides 👕T-Shirt Tosses 🕺Sweet dance moves 📣The Van Meter Noise Meter 🏆And a Community Spotlight Award! Thanks for a great time this weekend, Cedar Rapids RoughRiders!

Wired for Success Ep. 6: History of Service
Our history of prioritizing service has prepared us for any challenge—in business and in our communities. Learn about Van Meter’s original motto and why the 2008 flood in Cedar Rapids was such a turning point for our company. And don't forget to check out Van Meter's exhibit at The History Center before the end of June!

Wired for Success Ep. 5: People First Culture
“I’ve never come in a place like this where people are so happy, and people are glad to be here.”😁 See why putting people first has been one of the secrets to Van Meter’s longevity and success👇

#AskVanMeter: Who's Winning Your Bracket?
Need help predicting #MarchMadness? We asked our bracketologists for some championship picks and an upset alert. Plus, you won’t believe how many points Caitlin Clark is going to score in the final!😳😱

I am Lindsey. I am pulling for you. I am Van Meter.
Never let anyone tell you that you can’t do something because it’s a ‘man’s job.’ Believe in yourself! I am Lindsey. I am pulling for you. I am Van Meter.

Pies in the Face
🧮Get your calculators out. 3.14 means it’s #PiDay! In honor of all things pi(e), here’s a #throwbackthursday to some of our employee-owners getting a large helping of pie last November!😄

Wired for Success Ep. 4: An ESOP is Born
📽️You might know Van Meter is 100% employee-owned, but do you know when or how it happened? In Episode 4 of our The History Center series, learn how an ESOP was created and what it means to our employee-owners. #ESOP #EmployeeOwnership

#AskVanMeter: What's Your Best Joke?
Need a laugh? 😂 Our Cottage Grove operations crew had some pretty clever (and pretty corny) jokes. Which one was your favorite? #AskVanMeter