One Man’s Milestone: Bill Miller Works Toward raising $150,000 for The American Cancer Society

Bill Miller, second-generation owner of Performance Industrial, is closing in on an impressive lifetime fundraising milestone of raising $150,000 for the American Cancer Society. He’s set the standard for his company and his community by increasing awareness and donating his time, energy, and efforts to the American Cancer Society, as well as many other worthy charities… Bill and his wife Karen see the importance of being positive role models, building a culture, and community that gives back.  

As a company, Performance Industrial has a culture that strives to break boundaries and continue to grow and succeed. This culture is seen in the work that they do for their customers, as well as the work that they do for the community – throughout the year, Performance Industrial raises money for cancer research with their “Drive Out Cancer Capital Region Traveling Golf League” and “Men Wear Pink Initiative”. The success of these events has created an opportunity for the Millers and Performance Industrial to set and break fundraising goals!

Elizabeth Hunter – who runs the American Cancer Society fundraising for the Capital District – has had the pleasure of working closely with Bill Miller: “I have been very fortunate to meet and work with Bill… The key to his success in fundraising, and increasing awareness, is that he is always thinking about it in his day to day life. He is always asking the question, ‘How can I use my network to help?’” she said. 

Sean Willcoxon – Operations Manager for Performance Industrial – is inspired by the energy and drive that he sees in both Bill and Karen Miller every day… He sees that drive in himself and fellow employees as well, and credits the culture that the Millers have created at Performance Industrial: “Bill and Karen have a heart for giving back… It’s part of the culture of the company and part of our everyday business,” he said.

The work that the Millers have been doing is not only important for supporting Cancer awareness and research – it’s also creating a community. During his time at Performance Industrial, Sean has seen and become part of the community that the Millers have helped to create: “When you go to the events, you look up on stage, you don’t see big companies that are giving back to the community, you see the local companies giving back… That money comes from the Capital Region, stays in the Capital Region, supports the Capital Region, and supports the people that are in need here in the Capital Region. It’s special. It’s huge. We do this as part of our everyday business,” he said.   

October is a month that the entire team at Performance Industrial looks forward to participating in the “Men Wear Pink Campaign”. Everyone in the company can participate and help raise funds for the American Cancer Society. This initiative – which is in its third year – will result in the Performance Industrial crew raising over $150,000.  

The Performance Industrial fundraising events briefly overlap… As the “Men Wear Pink” Campaign runs through the month of October, The “Drive Out Cancer Capital Region Traveling Golf League” will hold its final day on October 4th. This event is 18 holes held at Saratoga National at 1:00 PM, with a party to follow.  

Performance Industrial strives to be an industry leader in giving back to the community… It’s part of their company culture, and is inspired by the leadership of the owners. This culture began with founder Mark Miller in 1986, and for 37 years, the company has been forming honorable relationships and giving back to the community. Bill and Karen are carrying on that tradition with a zealous drive to help their company, employees, and the community.

For more information or to support the American Cancer Society please visit Performanceindustrial.com