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Recognizing manufacturers for leading the way in product compliance and sustainability.
Assent Achieve showcases the commitment manufacturers have made to industry leadership and bringing sustainable products to the market. This year, awards will be presented in the following categories:
- Product Compliance Program of the Year
- Supply Chain Sustainability Program of the Year
- Supply Chain Sustainability Champion of the Year
- Emerging Sustainability Leader of the Year (NEW!)*
All Assent customers are eligible for nomination. Winners will be announced in late August 2025, with an in-person presentation to take place in the fall of 2025. All winners will receive a $500 donation to a charitable organization of their choice and exclusive Assent Achieve swag. They will also be highlighted in Assent marketing materials, including a press release.
*For sustainability professionals aged 35 and under as of January 1, 2025.
2024 Award Winners
The 2024 awards, presented in Nashville, recognized our customers’ dedication to sustainability initiatives, reinforcing credibility and commitment to excellence. These companies and individuals are making a significant impact to drive sustainability and increase awareness and engagement through Assent’s network.
Supply Chain Sustainability Program of the Year (Product Compliance)
Doosan Bobcat
With a history dating back to 1947, Doosan Bobcat is the leader in the compact equipment industry. But Doosan Bobcat isn’t known only for quality products — it also has a comprehensive supply chain sustainability program. Doosan Bobcat was recognized with the Product Compliance Program of the Year award for their diligent work in maintaining a best-in-class SCIP submission program in addition to program enhancements to proactively prepare for PFAS reporting requirements. Doosan Bobcat chose to support The Village Family Service Center in Fargo, North Dakota, with their awarded donation.
Supply Chain Sustainability Program of the Year (Product Compliance)
Watts
Founded in 1874, Watts has a reputation for innovation and climate stewardship. Watts is taking a proactive approach to product sustainability, and recently initiated life cycle assessments (LCAs) for all products manufactured in its largest facility. In addition, Watts partnered with its top 100 suppliers to begin tracking scope 3 carbon emissions, and has centralized its EU and North American compliance programs on the Assent platform. Watts chose to support Make-A-Wish with their awarded donation.
Supply Chain Sustainability Program of the Year (ESG)
Essex Furukawa
Essex Furukawa has been the leading global supplier of magnet wire since 1896, and is known for its robust sustainability program. Under its Vision 2030 program and Assent partnership, Essex Furukawa achieved a 70% reduction in scope 3 emissions compared to its 2021 baseline, while proactively identifying potential ESG risks related to forced labor, and human rights. The company has also implemented a strategic sourcing policy and new supplier code of conduct this year and as a result of their efforts, recently obtained the prestigious The Copper Mark certification at three North American facilities. Essex Furukawa chose to support United Way with their awarded donation.
Supply Chain Sustainability Champion of the Year
Krisztina Strath, Global Procurement Manager at IMI
Krisztina Strath has been with IMI for more than 35 years, advocating for supply chain sustainability and spearheading supplier engagement programs. She works closely with IMI leadership to strategically connect decision-makers with data collected from over 3,500 suppliers. Krisztina is leading efforts to reduce substances of concern in IMI’s products, including an initiative to re-engineer products so they rely less on lead. She is also actively involved in external working groups to advocate for responsible mineral sourcing across her industry. IMI chose to support Save the Children with their awarded donation.
