Celebrating Pride Month: Team Reflections

Andersen is proud to support its LGBTQ+ employees, allies, and friends across our team and in our communities. As we celebrate Pride Month, it's the perfect time to reflect on the unique experiences and perspectives within our own team.

Nathan Armstrong , Human Resources Analyst at Andersen Windows

“Pride Month for me is a great time to reflect on how far we’ve come; I am able to be open and out at work, home, and ‘mostly’ everywhere in-between! It is also a great time to focus allies on the short-comings of where we are today; the last several years it feels like the time to address the bigotry and targeting of our trans siblings. It’s the time to address issues when they arise or in opportunities like this (quick thanks to Andersen Corporation for boosting our voices) to encourage allies-to-be to question their beliefs or understanding of a topic; or at the very least question their actions and ask first for compassion to treat people kindly.”

Courtney Curelo , Internal Ops Supervisor at Renewal by Andersen

“Pride Month is the open door to educate those around us to think, see, and do differently. Now more than ever do we need the support to protect our fellow LGBTQ+ teammates and community outside our doors. Take the time to celebrate people and protections that are still here and commemorate those we have lost in the ongoing battle for equality and representation.”

Ruby Chapel , Training Team Lead at Andersen Windows

“Pride Month is a time to celebrate the queer community and the strides that LGBTQ+ advocacy movements have made in protecting the community and our rights. I love getting together with my friends and family at the various events that pop up in the Twin Cities and immersing myself in the festive spirit.

It is also a time to reflect on what needs to be overcome to get where we are and the opportunities that still exist to build a safer world in the future. It is a platform for communities and organizations to show support for the queer community, and a vital moment to center plans within these spheres to protect what we are celebrating and never lose what our predecessors sacrificed to gain.”

Nathaniel Manning, Retail Service Rep II at Renewal by Andersen

“Pride Month means I support my sister and sibling and stand with them in building a future where we are accepted for our differences. I love my family!”

Manuel Parks, Fleet Process Coordinator at Andersen Windows

“Pride month means my children and grandchildren can gather and celebrate the diversity and uniqueness of each other as we gather with friends and allies in a communal celebration of visibility, while realizing we are all human and deserve to be treated equally.”

To members of Andersen’s PRIDE+ employee resource network: Thank you for being champions for change as we work together to strengthen our culture of inclusion. We're looking forward to more learning, as we continue our journey to become a more inclusive workplace. Happy Pride to all!”