Client Success Story
Zebra Technologies: A Leader in Corporate Social Responsibility
When it comes to turning sustainability goals into action, Zebra Technologies knows how to walk the walk. Since joining the Fill it Forward community in December 2022, Zebra has demonstrated that thoughtful, reusable giveaways aren’t just a nice touch—they’re a powerful way to inspire change.
Zebra has distributed over 5,500 bottles across internal and external events throughout the partnership. This number reflects not only their dedication to reducing single-use waste, but also how Fill it Forward has become a staple component of their event strategy—offering a meaningful, reusable alternative that resonates with their employees, partners, and stakeholders alike.
The success of this partnership stems from its simplicity and scalability. By leveraging Fill it Forward’s multiple groups feature within their membership, Zebra Technologies efficiently supports a wide range of events and teams simultaneously. This seamless implementation ensures that sustainable practices are embedded across their organizational culture without adding operational complexity.
“At Zebra, we are steadfast in our commitment to reducing single-use waste and championing the adoption of reusable products. By fostering sustainable practices and partnering with Fill it Forward, we aim to significantly cut down on disposable plastics and their environmental impact. Our vision is to lead the transition towards a circular economy, ensuring a cleaner and more sustainable future for all.”
Kester Matthew,
Director of Environment, Health and Safety at Zebra Technologies.
Zebra’s environmental leadership goes far beyond event giveaways. Their comprehensive sustainability strategy includes initiatives like solar panel installations, energy-efficient facility upgrades, battery recycling programs, electric vehicle charging stations, and ISO14001-certified environmental management systems. These actions and efforts demonstrate Zebra’s ongoing commitment to continuous improvement in environmental performance, resource efficiency, and pollution prevention.
Through its partnership with Fill it Forward, Zebra Technologies amplifies its impact by engaging individuals directly—empowering employees and event attendees to make conscious choices that reduce plastic waste. To date, Zebra’s participation in Fill it Forward has contributed to the diversion of over 186.48 lbs of plastic pollution, supporting its broader goal of fostering a circular economy and advancing corporate social responsibility.
A key factor in the partnership’s success, aside from Zebra’s commitment and efforts, is the ease and efficiency of Fill it Forward’s order-to-onboarding process. This ensures that every order is processed on time, and every team is equipped with the tools and training they need to launch successfully.
Together, Zebra Technologies and Fill it Forward demonstrate how sustainable initiatives can be easily integrated into corporate culture—delivering measurable impact with simplicity, scalability, and purpose.
In December 2024, Zebra Technologies was honored with the Changemaker Award, recognizing them as a leader in corporate social responsibility. This award celebrates organizations that prioritize sustainability and align business practices with unwavering ethical and socially responsible values. By seamlessly integrating these values into their corporate DNA, they set a high standard for responsible business conduct.
