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Assent Recognizes Excellence in Supply Chain Sustainability

On October 30, 2025, Assent Inc., a leader in supply chain sustainability management, proudly announced the winners of the renowned 2025 Assent Achieve Awards. These awards are designed to honor manufacturers and individuals who excel in product compliance, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices, and sustainable supply chain management. The selection process highlighted over 1,000 global clients, showcasing the dedication and innovation across various industries.

Award Winners and Recognition

The awards are presented in five categories, each reflecting significant contributions to sustainability and compliance. Here are the notable winners:

1. Supply Chain Sustainability Champion of the Year: Jorgen Akesson, Visual Comfort Co.

Jorgen Akesson was recognized for his remarkable leadership in enhancing sustainability practices at Visual Comfort Co. He revamped supplier monitoring and provided clear compliance guidelines, ensuring a strong understanding among suppliers regarding their obligations. By redefining the ESG program, Jorgen turned compliance requirements into a fundamental principle influencing business decisions. His proactive approach has resulted in lasting impacts on the organization's operations and sustainability practices.

2. Emerging Sustainability Leader: Jessica Chepp, Brunswick

Jessica Chepp has been a formidable force at Brunswick, where her role as a Product Compliance Expert has catalyzed significant changes. By instilling best practices across global operations, she enhanced governance reporting and elevated regulatory awareness within the team. Jessica's remarkable achievement of streamlining supplier data from 11,000 to around 4,000 reflects her commitment to responsible sourcing and quality, thereby promoting a sustainable future for the company.

3. Supply Chain Sustainability Program of the Year: Cook Medical

Cook Medical's proactive stance on sustainable compliance regulations was pivotal in their selection. The organization conducted ESG surveys to gather crucial supplier data and undertook rigorous assessments to identify ESG risks within their value chain. Their ongoing commitment to continuous learning and improvement underscores their leadership in industry advocacy for sustainability.

4. Momentum Award: Jointly awarded to Pure Fishing and Whelen Engineering Company

Both companies exhibited significant improvements in their ESG programs. Pure Fishing utilized Assent's platform to assess compliance effectively across 30,000 products, enhancing reporting capabilities on PFAS chemicals. Meanwhile, Whelen Engineering expanded its sustainability initiatives from minimal efforts to managing multiple campaigns, showcasing its commitment to recycling and supporting American manufacturing. Their enhanced efficiency in meeting compliance regulations further underscores their dedication to sustainable practices.

Moving Forward with Sustainability

Mark Smith, Chief Customer Officer at Assent, emphasized the importance of these achievements, stating, "Each of these award winners turned compliance into an opportunity for leadership by building programs that not only meet regulations but inspire meaningful change across their organizations and industries. It’s an honor to celebrate their accomplishments."

The awards also included a charitable component, allowing each recipient to nominate a non-profit organization to receive a donation in recognition of their commitment to sustainability.

Through the Assent Achieve Awards, Assent reaffirms its mission to lead the charge toward enhanced transparency and sustainability in supply chains. As the world faces increasing environmental challenges, recognizing and promoting these values is critical for future progress.

For more information on the Assent Achieve Award program, visit Assent's official website.

About Assent

Founded in 2010, Assent provides comprehensive supply chain sustainability management solutions. They aim to unify compliance efforts and supplier intelligence for manufacturers, ensuring robust and efficient supply chains amidst global challenges. Leveraging advanced AI technology, Assent enables accelerated compliance processes, allowing businesses to optimize their sustainability strategies effectively.