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AWARDS &
RECOGNITION
We have a roster of
great employees. Each one is special and contributes to our continued success.
An Employee of the Month is chosen by senior staff based on outstanding customer
service or exemplary work quality. This employee is recognized for demonstrating
qualities such as improvement in production, attendance, or just by going out of
their way to help someone else. One of these 12 is elected Employee of the Year
and is honored at the Goodwill Industries of Lorain
County Annual Meeting and Open House.
Employee of the Year - 2008
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Amanda Davis
Amanda Davis began her journey with Goodwill in 1999 as a part-time retail
sales associate. Through hard work and dedication, she worked her way up the
chain to Manager in Training at Goodwill's Elyria store which was operated
by another organization until 2007 when Goodwill of Lorain County
re-acquired the store.
After just 3 short months of working under Goodwill of Lorain County, Amanda
was promoted to Store Manager of the Lorain Retail Store. Within one year,
under her outstanding leadership, the Lorain store flourished with record
breaking numbers. Amanda has demonstrated professional dedication,
leadership and a fresh perspective to her job. She is always looking for new
and innovative ideas to maximize sales, donations and customer awareness
while minimizing expenses. Amanda's creativity, resourcefulness and
dedication to Goodwill's Mission may not always be seen, but leaves an
amazing trail of great accomplishments and impact on people's lives.
In the near future, Amanda plans on furthering her education in
Business Management. Good Luck Amanda.
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Achiever of the Year - President's Award - 2008
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Pearl
Conaway
Pearl Conaway has warmed the hearts and lives of those around her as she has
conquered and overcome many obstacles in her life. Moving past a chemical
dependency as well as personal and health issues, Pearl has risen from store
clerk to assistant manager at the Lorain store. Her drive to succeed and
loyalty to her job and co-workers, has continued to grow stronger since her
referral from Job Club in 2006. Pearl is a true success story with many more
chapters left to be written! Congratulations Pearl!
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Employee of the Year - 2007
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Jack
Arbogast
Jack began his employment at Goodwill in August of 2005. His duties have
changed markedly since then. Beginning as the Maintenance Supervisor, over
the last year he has taken charge of the entire Transportation and Salvage
Divisions. He has built a dedicated team of drivers and salvage handlers as
well as overseeing the North Ridgeville Donation Center.
Jack has done "whatever it took" in his position as Maintenance Supervisor
to make sure that when our two newly acquired stores in Vermilion and Elyria
came on-line, they reflected great "Pride of Ownership" for this
organization.
Jack is a shining example of growth and dedication that all employees would
do well to aspire to. Great Work Jack!!!
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Graduate of the Year - Chairman's Award - 2007
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Jesse
Carrion
If you have ever met Jesse Carrion, you will always remember his SMILE and
cheerful approach to life. Jesse does not let his wheelchair stop him from
becoming an excellent employee. He has overcome barriers that others have
used for excuses to fail; lack of transportation, alcohol addiction, and
lack of housing. Once Jesse was referred to Goodwill from BVR he began his
journey as a man whose inner drive will guarantee his SUCCESS.
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Achiever of the Year - President's Award - 2007
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Lawrence
Abeyta
Lawrence Abeyta has a lot to smile about these days. He has been a "truck
helper" now for over a year, and has demonstrated excellent work skills.
Always willing to work any schedule, he is letting the world know that
despite lack of transportation and even being impoverished, nothing will
stop him from SUCCEEDING. Lawrence was referred to Goodwill through our Job
Club and clearly deserves the Achiever of the Year Award for 2007.
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Employee of the Year - 2006
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Kim Koker
Kim started her employment with Goodwill at the Lorain Retail Store 3 years
ago. Last year she was promoted to Assistant Manager.
Kim is independent, resourceful, and a supportive Team Player. She is relied
on for her Customer Service skills, her resourcefulness, dedication, and
reliability.
Kim is an asset to Goodwill. She loves her job strives to better herself and
perform her job duties to the best of her abilities."
Two colleges have accepted her to attend this fall!! |
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Graduate of the Year - Chairman's Award - 2006
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Michael Zust
Michael is a great guy who does a wonderful job. He's found a home at Home
Depot.
Michael attended the "Job Club" faithfully. He followed through the entire
program and landed a Successful Career.
With the help of Case management and Job Coaching, Michael's strong desire
to succeed has paid off with over a year of quality employment. |
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Achiever of the Year - President's Award - 2006
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Tyrone
Lumpkin
"Achiever" according to Webster's is Someone who wins or attains by
effort or skill. Tyrone IS an Achiever! His "3-P's"... perseverance,
personality, and pride helped him overcome obstacles and become an
Outstanding Lorain Retail Store Employee.
Tyrone found a willingness to learn and succeed. Look where it's taken
him...Tyrone's future is Bright!
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Mission:
"To help people with disabilities and other
barriers to employment become more productive and
independent community citizens through a process
of education, training, and work services." |
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