Many of us have flown with Republic Airlines before—it is one of the largest regional airlines in the country, operating 200 planes and flying nearly 1,000 flights every day.

Behind the scenes of the Indianapolis-based company is a consistent focus on the health of its employees.

The prevalence of employee wellness programs have increased over the last decade. But while many companies merely talk the talk about employee wellness, we’ve been impressed at Republic backing up its words with action. 

“We work to encourage, support and invest in our associates, both professionally and personally,” the company says on its website. Recent company-wide competitions and programs at Republic aimed at community, health, and fun are walking the walk…literally.

One example is the Remain Connected Virtual Run, which asked employees to track miles of their chosen certain exercise. At the end of the year, Republic gives prizes to the winner in each category, like most miles walked, swam or biked. The winners are treated to Apple Watch, travel bags, gift cards, and even a free year of healthy snacks. 🙂

For the past two years, we’ve been honored to participate in the Remain Connected Virtual Run and have loved sending monthly snack bundles to five winners. Republic generously covers the $200 value of a one-year snack subscription, helping its fitness contest winners maintain healthy habits even after the competition ends. 

And feedback from the Republic crew has been sparkling. "I get excited about going to work every day because I always have new snacks,” said one the winner in the “most miles swam” category and a long-time Republic Flight attendant. “And my nutritionist loves them too!"

We are inspired by Republic’s leadership team and encouraged when companies invest in the health of their employees. It’s so gratifying to be able to help along the way. 

If this inspires you to encourage the health of your employees or company, shoot us a note at hello@airfarepouch.com. We’d love to be a part of it.