Three Grainger Board Members and Corporate Officer Recognized in Savoy Magazine's 2021 Influential Black Corporate Directors List

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Grainger (NYSE: GWW) announced that its board members Rodney Adkins, Brian Anderson, Steven White, and CFO Deidra Merriwether were recognized in Savoy Magazine's "2021 Most Influential Black Corporate Directors." This recognition highlights Grainger's emphasis on diversity in leadership, with Chairman & CEO DG Macpherson stating that diverse perspectives enhance the company. Grainger is a leading supplier of maintenance, repair, and operating (MRO) products, reporting $11.8 billion in sales for 2020.

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• Recognition of board members in a prestigious publication highlights Grainger's commitment to diversity.
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CHICAGO, Oct. 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Grainger (NYSE: GWW), the leading broad line supplier of maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) products serving businesses and institutions, today announced that three of its board members and a corporate officer are recognized in Savoy Magazine's "2021 Most Influential Black Corporate Directors." Grainger proudly recognizes its board members Rodney Adkins, Brian Anderson and Steven White, as well as Grainger Senior Vice President & Chief Financial Officer Deidra (Dee) Merriwether who serves on the board of Weyerhaeuser.

Savoy is a leading business magazine reporting on African American success and achievement, and the Most Influential Black Corporate Directory is a prestigious listing of executives, influencers, and achievers active on the boards of the world's leading corporations and organizations.

"We strongly believe that having diverse perspectives strengthens and advances Grainger. Having a board and leadership team that reflects our team members, customers and communities helps ensure an inclusive environment," said Grainger Chairman & CEO DG Macpherson. "We are honored to have Rodney, Brian and Steven as our board members and Deidra as our CFO, all supporting our purpose to keep the world working."   

The full "2021 Most Influential Black Corporate Directors" listing is available online at www.savoynetwork.com.

To learn more about our board of directors, visit: www.invest.grainger.com. For career opportunities with Grainger, visit: www.graingercareers.com.

About Grainger
W.W. Grainger, Inc., with 2020 sales of $11.8 billion, is North America's leading broad line supplier of maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) products, with operations primarily in North America, Japan and the United Kingdom.

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SOURCE W.W. Grainger, Inc.

FAQ

What recognition did Grainger receive for its leadership?

Grainger was recognized for having board members and a CFO named in Savoy Magazine's '2021 Most Influential Black Corporate Directors.'

Who are the Grainger board members recognized by Savoy Magazine?

The recognized board members are Rodney Adkins, Brian Anderson, and Steven White, along with CFO Deidra Merriwether.

How does Grainger's diversity impact its business?

Grainger believes that diverse perspectives improve business performance and create an inclusive atmosphere for employees and customers.

What were Grainger's sales figures for 2020?

Grainger reported sales of $11.8 billion for the year 2020.