Reed Family Companies is honored to be recognized by the Modesto Chamber of Commerce. The milestone honors decades of steady involvement, investment in the local economy, and strong working relationships throughout the Central Valley. During the Chamber event, Jeff Reed, President of RFC, reflected on the deeper purpose behind business involvement in the community, drawing on historical perspective and local impact. He shared, “The quality of life is directly proportional to

Each month, the company's top drivers, who practice safe, defensive driving, are awarded a $50 gift card to show our appreciation. Those individuals are then placed in a raffle at the end of the year, one ticket is entered for each month they received that top driving score, giving everyone an opportunity to have up to 12 entries to win our grand prize, AND, a check for $1500! The below individuals were this year's safe driver raffle winners and have been awarded their $1500

You and your family are invited to brunch on July 4th during the Modesto July 4th parade. The Reed Family will provide coffee & pastries for you and your family under the awning in the Harvest Moon parking lot in Modesto. Jeff Reed will have some of his antique cars in the parade. And we will also have some construction equipment. Would you like to ride or drive one? (Must have active proper license.) Note: We ask that if you are picked to ride or drive one of the antique c

Managing Oneself and Empowering Others is a course created by the Reed Family Companies to help leaders become self-aware of who they are, and then to empower their team. Our leadership and development programs are based on the Reed SPIRIT principles. The course is held every year between January and May. The first class graduated in 2020 with 35 employees. The course consists of meeting once every 2 weeks and includes reading 4 books, taking online courses and taking person

VSS International’s West Sacramento and Arizona teams came together for their Spring Safety Stand Down, reinforcing the importance of staying focused and aware on every job site. Crews, operators, and drivers reviewed common field risks like strains, trips, and caught between hazards, then moved into hands-on training covering fire extinguisher use, vehicle brake inspections, and fall protection. These are the real-world situations our teams face daily across pavement preserv

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Trevor Cook Kyle Biggs The RFC Safety Team would like to recognize Trevor Cook and Kyle Biggs of 7/11 Materials for exercising their right of Stop Work Authority. Stop Work Authority, is not only the right of all RFC Company employees, but an obligation to refuse to conduct unsafe work. Trevor and Kyle were instructed to use a manlift as a hoist to remove a motor from the head pulley on

At 7/11 Materials, we take great pride in supporting the communities we serve — and recently, we had another opportunity to make a meaningful impact in Calaveras County. We were honored to contribute to the development of the new Swine Barn at the Calaveras County Fairgrounds by donating concrete for key elements of the project, including the retaining wall and the Buyers Breakfast storage room. This facility will play an important role in supporting local youth, agriculture

The American Heart Walks for 2026 are quickly approaching, and we invite you to be part of this meaningful event dedicated to saving lives and strengthening our communities. Walking together raises awareness, funds critical research, and supports those affected by heart disease and stroke. 📍Event Details 209 Heart & Stroke Walk (Lathrop Area) Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026 Location: Islanders Field 1051 River Islands Parkway, Lathrop, CA 95330 Sign up here! Sacramento

When: June 1 – June 30, 2026 During the month of June, we will be collecting new shoes for xHope foster youth. We invite everyone to participate by donating tennis or athletic shoes in support of xHope’s mission to serve at-risk children. This year, xHope anticipates supporting more than 250 youth through their programs. Where: Donations can be dropped off at our West Sacramento, Stockton, and Modesto locations. All contributions will be distributed through the xHope organiza

Summer Strawberry & Grilled Corn Salad Fresh, colorful, and perfect for BBQs, lunches, or a light summer dinner. Ingredients For the salad: 5 cups mixed greens or arugula 2 ears fresh corn, grilled or roasted 1 cup strawberries, sliced 1 avocado, diced 1 cucumber, sliced ¼ small red onion, thinly sliced ½ cup crumbled feta cheese ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped Optional: grilled chicken, shrimp, or salmon for protein For the honey-lime dressing: 3 tablespoons olive oil 1½ tablespo

As temperatures begin to rise, June is the perfect time to focus on heat illness prevention and staying safe while working or spending time outdoors. Heat-related illnesses can happen quickly and affect anyone, especially during periods of high temperatures, direct sun exposure, and physical activity. Knowing the warning signs and taking simple preventive steps can make a major difference in protecting yourself and those around you. Heat illness occurs when the body is unable

711 Materials’ Eastern Sierra Area is proud to recognize the exceptional teamwork demonstrated in executing highly technical, high‑volume operations. With strong coordination across management, dispatch, batch personnel, rock pit operators, drivers, and ready‑mix drivers, the team consistently delivers 200–300 yards of ready‑mix per day to job sites more than an hour from the Bishop plant. Although the Bishop plant typically has only three drivers assigned, effective planning

We’re proud to recognize Aaron Boyd, Engineer at Reed International, for his exceptional teamwork and dedication to supporting our operations. Aaron works the early shift with the shop, helping catch and fix issues at the start of the day. His hands-on support helps keep things running smoothly and keeps everyone connected. Beyond his daily support, Aaron has invested countless hours in developing processes, tools, and training that have been instrumental in launching and st

Reed Family Companies was highlighted in the Spring 2026 edition of The Conveyor Magazine for a couple of donation projects we participated in this year. One of them being the Hope Church of Turlock Basketball Court Donation Project, and another being the donation project we did where a group of team members made the backpack racks for Lucille Elementary in Waterford. A proud moment for our companies and team members involved! A few of our other members had an opportunity to

On May 12th, Reed Family Companies hosted its annual RFC Road Show in Lodi, California. 113 people (industry professionals, partners, and customers) came together for a day focused on education, connection, and practical solutions. All of our operating companies were onsight with a booth and knowledge experts. Check out the highlights below and read more about it below the pictures. The event offered a strong setting for networking and knowledge sharing. Through breakout ses

This month we recognize Dan Hill for his contributions to George Reed - with a focus on Teamwork and Training. Dan is our GPS Specialist supporting grade control for our operations. He works closely with the build teams from estimating stage to the construction stage and periodically provides grade control in the rock plants. His focus is GPS model management ensuring model accuracy aligns with project design. Depending on workload, Dan will generate the model internally from

When we talk about empowering employees at Reed Family Companies, we are not talking about slogans or feel-good statements. We are talking about trust. Real trust is shown when decisions are made on the job, when unexpected problems come up, and when people act without being micromanaged. Empowerment means we are committed to giving employees the information, authority, and accountability they need to do their jobs well, even when the work is tough or things are changing. Thi

VSS shops are fast-paced and require teamwork to keep everything moving smoothly. The shop teams are frequently tasked with time sensitive projects that are imperative for our success in the field. These projects often require multiple people to complete safely and on schedule. The shop crews work together behind the scenes to ensure things just get done. Josh began working at VSS Arizona as a mechanic in June of 2025 and his impact was immediate. He brings a wealth of know

Jacob Ford, UPS Project Engineer in the Jurupa Valley office, is being recognized for his outstanding initiative and commitment to strengthening collaboration across our operation. Jacob recently implemented “Team‑Up,” a web‑based scheduling and project dashboard that seamlessly connects our operations team with our field crews through mobile access. By creating a centralized, easy‑to‑use platform, Jacob has empowered our teams with real‑time visibility into schedules, projec