On the Spot Award Recipients - May

The On the Spot Award program was developed to give employees a chance to recognize fellow teammates who go above and beyond in embodying our core values.  This program is newly launched/re-launched across our family of brands, GracoRoberts, Silmid, SkyGeek, and Pacific Coast Composites to recognize all employees who exceptionally demonstrate the following core values: 

• Sweep the floor. Do whatever it takes.
• Solve problems. Offer creative customer solutions.
• Commit to quality. Do it right.
• Passion for growth. Everyone owns our success.
• Communicate. Share information with transparency and frequency.
• Focus on relationships. Stakeholders matter.
• Data driven. Make better decisions.

Click here for program details for US employees, and click here for program details for UK employees. 

We'd like to congratulate the following employees who were awarded for their efforts:

Cory Kirby - Sweep the Floor, Communicate - Recognized by Cody Jessup, Bailey Brown and Heidi Lortie

"We’re proud to recognize Cory for his outstanding commitment, leadership, and work ethic as Warehouse Operations Manager in High Point. Cory consistently goes the extra mile, working weekends, staying late, and doing whatever it takes to ensure orders get out the door on time. He truly embodies our Sweep the Floor value. Whether it’s jumping in to support the team hands-on, or going above and beyond to keep operations running smoothly, Cory leads by example. His willingness to do whatever needs to be done speaks volumes about his character and dedication. Cory also exemplifies strong Communication. He keeps the team informed, flagging any issues early and clearly, which helps us plan, pivot, and stay aligned. His ability to communicate with urgency and clarity makes a real difference in keeping things moving efficiently and transparently. 

Cory, your hard work does not go unnoticed. Thank you for your relentless dedication and for being a true example of our core values in action. We appreciate everything you do to support the team and drive success. "

Cody Jessup - Sweep the Floor, Focus on Relationships - Recognized by Lauryn Reid and Heidi Lortie

"We are excited to recognize Cody for his extraordinary dedication, ownership, and impact as a Technical Account Manager. Cody consistently goes above and beyond, often working around the clock to ensure nothing falls through the cracks. His tireless effort, proactive mindset, and relentless follow-through set a high bar for excellence. Cody lives out the core value of Sweep the Floor in everything he does. No task is too small, no challenge too big; he steps in wherever he’s needed, doing whatever it takes to keep momentum moving forward and our customers supported. His work ethic and sense of responsibility are second to none.  He also exemplifies Focus on Relationships in a way that truly sets him apart. Cody builds trust and rapport with everyone he works with, internal teams, partners, and clients alike. He listens, understands, and shows up consistently, creating strong connections that drive results and elevate the entire experience.  While we’re celebrating these two values today, the truth is Cody embodies every one of our core values on a daily basis. His impact is felt across teams, and his commitment doesn’t go unnoticed. Thank you, Cody, for being an outstanding example of leadership through action and for making a difference every single day."

Jacque Whitlow - Communicate, Solve Problems - Recognized by Cody Jessup, Bailey Brown and Heidi Lortie

"We are proud to recognize Jacque for her exceptional partnership and unwavering support to our team. Over the past several months, Jacque has played a critical role in helping us navigate some of our most complex and high-pressure accounts. Her responsiveness, reliability, and calm under pressure have made a significant impact on our success. Jacque exemplifies the core value of Communication - she is consistently transparent, proactive, and accessible. No matter the challenge, she ensures that everyone has the information they need to move forward with confidence. Her ability to keep lines of communication open and clear has helped us stay aligned and effective, even in the most challenging situations. Equally impressive is her commitment to Solving Problems. Jacque brings both creativity and urgency to every issue, collaborating with our team to find smart, efficient solutions that serve the customer and the business. Her problem-solving  mindset and willingness to engage deeply have made her an indispensable partner. Jacque, thank you for being a true example of what it means to go above and beyond. Your efforts have not only supported our team, you’ve strengthened our ability to succeed together. "

Cory Kirby - Communicate, Sweep the Floor, Focus on Relationships - Recognized by Deon Gichoga

"Lockheed is looking forward to delivering on an 8-year project at the end of April. I have been reaching out to Cory almost daily for the past few weeks to expedite receipts and shipments; so much that he jokingly called it our morning check in. Cory has gone above and beyond through an already challenging time in High Point – providing quick responses, follow ups, and getting material received and orders shipped quickly.  We have received many thanks from the Lockheed team for helping with their urgent last-minute requests, so I wanted to share the love. Thank you, Cory, for your part in helping our customer deliver the Orion crew capsule for Artemis II at NASA! "

Maggie Mendoza, Cristina Burnett, Chad Robson - Solve Problems, Sweep the Floor, Communicate - Recognized by Ashley Fontes

"I'd like to recognize Maggie Mendoza, Cristina Burnett, and Chad Robson with an On the Spot award for their teamwork and problem-solving during the MRO Americas trade show booth setup day.

When I arrived Monday morning in Atlanta at 8am EST, I discovered that our booth materials had not arrived at the convention center in time for setup. I did not have tracking information and the convention center had confirmed they had never received our freight shipment of booth materials. Cue the stress!

• Solve Problems, Sweep the Floor, Communicate – I texted Maggie before working hours in California and she made herself available to track down our missing pallet, which was sitting at a facility outside Atlanta. We were told all freight shipments for the day had already gone out and had to act fast. She worked directly with the FedEx supervisor to arrange a local pickup by our team.
• Solve Problems, Sweep the Floor – While I was still on the phone with Maggie, Cristina had already researched and secured a U-Haul rental just five minutes from the convention center. She coordinated the rental of a box truck and even took on the responsibility of driving it to retrieve the shipment—covering a 40-mile round trip.
• Solve Problems, Sweep the Floor – Anticipating that we would have to break down the pallet and hand-carry each item into the convention center, Chad stepped in and found the right people with forklifts at both pickup and delivery locations. Thanks to him, we avoided at least two hours of manual labor!

Despite the hectic morning and uncertainty, the team pulled together to retrieve our booth materials and complete setup—with three hours to spare on move-in day.  I'm incredibly grateful for your teamwork, quick thinking, and can-do attitude."