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15% Off Two Gallo Center Shows
Current Reed Family Companies employees are eligible for a 15% DISCOUNT on the Gallo Center performances listed below sponsored by The Reed Family Companies. To take advantage of this offer, please visit the Gallo Center Ticket Office, call (209) 338-2100, or purchase online at GalloArts.org using the promo code below. This discount cannot be combined with any other offer.
BUILD Team
May 301 min read


Union Pavement Services Expands Operations Across Northern California
Union Pavement Services, Inc., a leading provider of pavement preservation solutions, announced the expansion of its operations across Northern California, strengthening its ability to serve public agencies, contractors, and private clients throughout the region. A subsidiary of the Reed Family Companies, Union Pavement Services brings more than a century of infrastructure expertise to its growing footprint. The expansion builds on the company’s mission to deliver cost-effect
BUILD Team
May 292 min read


Reed Family Companies Celebrates 50 years with the Modesto Chamber of Commerce
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
BUILD Team
May 291 min read


Congratulations to the Raffle Winners of Top Drivers of the 2025-2026 Year!
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
BUILD Team
May 291 min read


July 4th Parade and Brunch 2026
And a good time was had by all! Happy 250th Birthday, USA! July 4th Brunch & Parade is just around the corner! We are looking forward to celebrating with you and your family! Thank you to everyone who RSVP'd -- we're excited to kick off Independence Day with great food, great company, and a fun tradition! (RSVPs are closed, but please stop by to say hello, gather with co-workers and take some pictures. We will be gathering in the Harvest Moon parking lot under the tents. )
BUILD Team
May 281 min read


VSS Safety Stand-Down - May 2026
VSS Safety Stand-Down. Building a Stronger Safety Culture 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-wor
BUILD Team
May 273 min read


Managing Oneself: Empowering Others - Class of 2026
From Growth to Graduation: Celebrating Our Leaders At Reed Family Companies, we believe leadership is built through growth, self-awareness, and the ability to positively impact others. This month, we are proud to recognize our 2026 graduates of the Managing Oneself: Empowering Others (MO:EO) leadership program. MO:EO challenges participants to step back from the day-to-day and invest in their leadership journey. Through reflection, discussion, and practical tools like DISC an
BUILD Team
May 261 min read


Congratulations to April's Safety Idols, Trevor Cook & Kyle Biggs of 7/11
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
BUILD Team
May 261 min read


Building Community, One Project at a Time
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
BUILD Team
May 241 min read


❤️ Join Us for the 2026 American Heart Walks (CA)
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! (Reed Famil
BUILD Team
May 241 min read


Operation Shoebox 2026
Thank you to all who donated! Reed Family Companies' employees donated shoes and sneakers to xHope, which serves children in foster care in the Sacramento and surrounding areas: 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 th
BUILD Team
May 221 min read


Summer Strawberry & Grilled Corn Salad Recipe
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
BUILD Team
May 211 min read


Heading into Summer and Preventing Heat Related Illnesses
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
BUILD Team
May 212 min read


Teamwork - 711 Materials Eastern Sierras
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
BUILD Team
May 201 min read


Aaron Boyd – Engineering Teamwork in Action
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
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May 201 min read


Extra! Extra! REED All About It! RFC Featured in Conveyor Magazine
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 Whitehead Intermediate School in Waterford. A proud moment for our companies and team members involved! Left: Hope Church new mixed-us
BUILD Team
May 181 min read


RFC Road Show 2026
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
BUILD Team
May 182 min read


Dan Hill, GRI's GPS Specialist
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
BUILD Team
May 152 min read


Empowering Employees = Trust
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
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May 151 min read


Josh Smith, VSS Mechanic
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
BUILD Team
May 121 min read
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