So, what does it take to work for one company for thirty-five years or even forty years? A
serious high regard for the executives, staff and the way the company operates.

Peter Nygard has been in business for over fifty years and has always been beloved by his
associates. These are some of the sentiments expressed by associates who have worked with
Nygard from twenty to forty years when asked during an anniversary to share their perspective
on Peter Nygard: “I love the people in this company. The company is great to work for. Mr. Peter Nygard is a great person. He is very understanding and he listens to you. He gives you a chance to grow.

There are a lot of opportunities in this company. You can become whatever you want and he’ll
help you. If you don’t know something, he’ll teach you. You’re not left on the back burner; you’re always involved in everything. You feel like a part of the family.”

Another associate expressed, “I’m happy here. I wish Mr. Peter Nygard good health so he can be
with us for a long time. We’ve been given a lot of opportunity to learn and grow within the
company. You never stop learning. Every day is something new”.

Another stated, “I like the people here. Mr. Peter Nygard and the executives will make time for
you anytime you need to see them. I’ve always looked forward to and liked coming to work.”
Other sentiments include this: “NYGÅRD is like family and Mr. Peter Nygard is always there
for you. This is not a job for me. It’s someplace I come every day and enjoy what I do and there
is a lot of opportunity. Every day is a different challenge. It’s always something new and it’s
exciting. Mr. Peter Nygard is a brilliant mind and has a good sense of style.”

This associate credited Peter Nygard with life-changing events: “Mr. Peter Nygard is a Godsend.
This company has been a blessing to me. After not seeing my mother for twenty-three years, I
was able to see her through this company. I also met my wife at this company. Working with Mr.
Nygard I’ve learned a lot. Mr. Peter Nygard is a great mentor.”

So, what does this say about Peter Nygard and the company he started over fifty years ago? He’s
clearly done an awesome job of building a great company, treating his associates well and
creating such an inviting culture that associates feel like family in the workplace.