Recently, Leggett & Platt employees joined hundreds of volunteers across southern Missouri for United Way Day of Caring – a powerful day of giving back and lifting up our Leggett communities.
From painting and repairs to hands-on clean-up projects, our team brought energy, heart, and teamwork to three local organizations: the Jasper County Youth Fairgrounds, the Carthage Crisis Center, and Sunshine Children’s Home. Thanks to their dedication, each site saw meaningful improvements that will continue to serve those who rely on these vital community resources.
At the Jasper County Youth Fairgrounds, volunteers tackled everything from the Small Exhibit Building to the 4-H concession area. Others spent the day supporting the Carthage Crisis Center, which provides shelter and care for individuals in need, while a third group helped beautify and assist at Sunshine Children’s Home, a space devoted to caring for vulnerable children in our area.
We’re honored to support the Carthage Area United Way and proud of the impact our employees continue to make through service and connection.
At L&P, our mission is to build businesses and a culture that are sustainable for generations to come. We recently published our 2025 Sustainability Progress Report, which summarizes our progress towards the sustainability opportunities that are most important to our business.
As we remain committed to driving long-term value for our employees, customers, suppliers, and investors, we continue to focus on five pillars that will guide our sustainability strategy through 2030 and beyond:
Our People
Innovative Products
The Environment
Supply Chain Management
Business Ethics & Governance
Thank you for your ongoing dedication and support as we continue to build on our sustainability practices! You can read our 2025 Sustainability Progress Report here.
As a diversified manufacturer, we make A LOT of products – and we admit that it can be hard to remember them all. Many of our team members say they’re always learning something new about what we make and do at L&P.
To help with that, we held a Business Product Showcase on our Corporate campus! Representatives from our Bedding, Automotive, Hydraulics, Flooring, Home Furniture, Work Furniture, and Hanes business units came together to share more about their products and give employees a chance to interact with them.
Check out some of the photos from our event below!
Leggett & Platt returned to Cologne, Germany, this past week to showcase a range of innovative comfort solutions at Interzum 2025. New to the show this year, our family of companies shared the same hall space – creating a unified, customer-centered opportunity to experience the collective capabilities and expertise of Leggett & Platt in one immersive stand.
Leggett & Platt International Bedding, Work Furniture, Home Furniture, Spühl, and Peterson Chemical Technology were all present during Interzum 2025 – providing a cross-pollination of products, processes, and innovation. This unique setting allowed us to display how we are meeting the ever-changing market demands to make life more comfortable.
Our L&P Automotive branch, Schukra Berndorf, is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that boosts productivity and promotes a great culture. The branch has a diverse mix of cultures, with employees from Austria, Germany, Turkey, Romania, Serbia, Bosnia, Armenia, Hungary, Ukraine, Croatia, Slovakia, China, and many more.
We spoke more with Frauke Radl, Human Resources Business Partner, about how the branch focuses on inclusion and empowers women.
You have employees from across the world. How do the diverse cultures enrich the branch?
Each employee contributes unique perspectives and problem-solving approaches, enhancing our team’s creativity and effectiveness. This exposure to different cultures improves cultural intelligence and fosters an environment of tolerance and respect. These elements create a strong foundation for a positive and productive work environment. We are rocking every challenge in our manufacturing department.
Girls’ Day 2024 at Schukra Berndorf
We also have many women employees at our branch.Based on our experience, women excel in dexterity and reliability. Part-time working mothers are particularly efficient, well-organized, and determined. Women bring unique skills and attention to detail to the workplace, essential for ensuring quality and precision in manual tasks.
Our workstations are designed to meet women’s ergonomic needs, providing increased comfort and significantly reducing the risk of injury.
Why is it important to get more women involved in manufacturing?
Women offer unique viewpoints and problem-solving approaches, which can lead to more innovative solutions and improved decision-making.
The manufacturing industry often faces skill shortages. Encouraging more women to enter the field can help fill these gaps and ensure a steady supply of skilled workers. Increasing the number of women in manufacturing provides role models for younger generations, inspiring more girls to pursue careers in STEM fields.
Last year, you held Girls’ Day, inviting young students to the branch to get an inside look at manufacturing careers. Where did this idea come from?
Girls’ Day, commonly called “Take Your Daughter to Work Day,” originated in the United States. In recent years, this concept has gained popularity in Europe. Girls’ Day aims to encourage girls to explore different careers and provide new insights into the world of work.
The branch will host Girls’ Day again in April 2025. What do you hope the students will gain from this experience?
Our goal is to show girls that we are a great employer and, with a shortage of skilled workers, encourage women to pursue technical careers.
Thank you to the team at Schukra Berndorf for empowering women and paving the way for future generations of women in manufacturing!
At Leggett & Platt, our Creative Services Design Team is vital in crafting the visual narratives that define our businesses. From innovative graphic design to compelling external campaigns, these talented designers ensure that every visual element aligns with our brand values and resonates with each audience.
We talked with Chris France, the Design & Branding Manager for Creative Services, about his team and their role at L&P.
Tell us about your career at Leggett & Platt.
I joined Leggett in September 2001 and have had the privilege of serving in various roles, including Art Director, Senior Art Director, and Associate International Creative Director with Creative Services. I also spent some time as Division Marketing Manager with International Bedding. Currently, I oversee a talented team dedicated to delivering impactful visual content.
Tell us about the Design team.
I work closely with two exceptional Senior Graphic Designers, John Morris and Chris Auckerman. Together, we bring a wide range of skills and perspectives to our projects.
How does your team support our business?
Our team plays a critical role in shaping the visual identity of Leggett & Platt. We provide creative direction and expert execution to deliver engaging, meaningful content. Our work is highly collaborative – we partner with the Copy Team in nearly everything we do to ensure our solutions are visually compelling and aligned with broader business objectives. By staying service-oriented and connected to the needs of our colleagues, we help drive value across the organization. We’re also supported by amazing people on the Creative Services Operations Team.
What is the most exciting part of your job?
As a Creative, I thrive on the challenge of tackling new briefs and projects – each one is an opportunity to define the right approach and bring a fresh perspective. Seeing a key campaign come to life and witnessing how clients perceive its value is rewarding. As a Manager, I find fulfillment in supporting my team, whether through guiding creative decisions or watching them gain recognition for their work. It’s about fostering an environment where creativity flourishes, and each team member’s contributions are valued.
What is the biggest challenge for you and your team?
One of our ongoing challenges is ensuring that the creative process is fully understood and appreciated. The time investment required to direct, conceptualize, and execute solutions that truly engage and deliver can often be underestimated. It’s an ongoing effort to communicate the depth of work that goes into each project.
Can you tell us about the range of projects you and your team work on?
Our work spans a broad spectrum within digital and print design and branding. We collaborate with the IT and Communications teams on web and social media projects, creating content that is both visually compelling and strategically aligned. This includes everything from digital campaigns to printed materials, each tailored to meet the specific needs of the business.
With facilities around the globe and products found in most homes, offices, and automobiles, working at L&P opens a world of opportunity and means making a positive impact on lives everywhere.
Henry Grice and Jim West at Leggett & Platt Flooring Products in Houston, Mississippi, have found a unique way to promote sustainability while nurturing their mental and physical health. Henry and Jim often bike to work along the Tanglefoot Trail.
The Tanglefoot Trail is Mississippi’s longest “Rails to Trails” conversion that preserved an abandoned railroad corridor by transforming it into recreational trails. The trail runs right behind our flooring facility.
“Every little bit counts when it comes to saving money, reducing wear and tear on our vehicles, and working in a small way to conserve the environment,” said Jim. “The bonus is that it helps us enjoy nature while remaining mentally and physically healthy and environmentally conscious.”
We’re happy to share that we opened a new Elite Comfort Solutions (ECS) branch in Havre de Grace, Maryland—the first of its kind for L&P in the Northeastern United States!
A few of the team members at the branch in Havre de Grace, Maryland.
The branch measures 615,000 square feet and contains state-of-the-art, high-efficiency equipment, which automates the foam pouring and fabrication process. Tim Landers, Vice President of Sales for ECS, describes the new facility as impressive.
“This is a great place to take a customer because you can see the entire operation from start to finish,” said Tim. “At one end of the building, the chemicals are poured. Then, we move over to the cutting operation and then to final fabrication. Whether it’s a topper or a mattress, it gets assembled here.”
The pouring line inside the facility.
“It is very impressive when you see the size and the scale of this operation,” added Grant Dennis, Vice President – Commercial Specialty Foam. “It’s also a testament to the strong nucleus of people, past and present, who have come together to make this production a reality. It’s been a team effort, and we can’t wait to see what’s next.”
At L&P, we believe in giving back to the communities where we live, work, and play, and we’re proud of our teams who consistently volunteer in and donate to their local communities throughout the year. We’d like to share a few stories from our teams who have given back to their local communities during this holiday season.
Internal Audit Volunteers for Salvation Army
The Internal Audit team recently participated in the Salvation Army Red Kettle at the Webb City Walmart.
The Red Kettle is a charitable initiative organized during the holiday season that supports the Salvation Army. With more than 7,000 operation centers across the United States, The Salvation Army assists people experiencing economic hardships and addiction by providing many services, such as emergency relief, shelter, and food, to those in need.
LFPF – Aurora Supports Wreaths Across America
The LFPF – Aurora Flooring Team in Aurora, Illinois, participated in Wreaths Across America Day on December 16. Wreaths Across America is a non-profit organization that honors and remembers the sacrifices of veterans by sponsoring and placing wreaths on Veterans’ graves across the country.
Aurora had 15 team members participate among over 100 volunteers despite the cold rain and wind. The organization had an overwhelming donation of wreaths and placed 600 wreaths across two cemeteries.
Corporate Credit Supports Sunshine Children’s Home
Our Corporate Credit team recently enjoyed a Christmas party complete with snacks, games, and a visit from Santa. They also adopted the residents at Sunshine Children’s Home in Carthage, MO.
The Sunshine Children’s Home is a non-profit organization that originally supported children with intellectual disabilities. Today, the agency operates two residential homes and provides leisure activities, transportation, meal preparation, and personal hygiene services for adults with intellectual disabilities.
The team filled stockings from requests gathered from each resident and delivered them for a Christmas surprise.
There’s nothing greater than the gift of giving, and we want to say thank you to all of our L&P teams for putting people first and doing great work together this holiday season!
