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HR Specialist Michelle Payne recently visited several sites in the Dallas region. During her visit to a large corporate office, she commended the team for their outstanding performance and long-standing dedication to Sunstates. Next, Michelle and Operations Manager Yolanda Bolden met with Site Supervisor Brian McCullough at a busy truck gate location. Brian's exceptional work and commitment to excellence were recognized by the team. At Sunstates, our leadership team is committed to a hands-on approach, building strong relationships with both our officers and clients.
Officer Ambre Mayfield was recognized for her exceptional handling of two critical situations. First, she provided crucial support to an individual experiencing a mental health crisis, remaining with them until help arrived. Secondly, she proactively addressed a potential safety threat by identifying an unauthorized weapon on an individual and coordinating with local law enforcement. Photographed from left, Operations Manager William Baker, Officer Ambre Mayfield, and Audrey, a client representative.
Our latest Veteran Salute features Site Supervisor Toby Roberts of the Roanoke region. Toby joined the Sunstates Security team when services were transitioned to us at the large, high-traffic facility in Kingsport, TN, in 2021. Toby is deeply familiar with the site; he has been working as a member of the security team there since 2001. In addition to his industry knowledge, Toby’s eight years in the military gave him valuable tools that help him in the contract security field. Toby served five years on active duty with the Army and three years in the National Guard. When asked about his experience with Sunstates, Toby highlighted the company's hands-on approach, positive culture, and strong support system. He expressed gratitude for feeling valued and cared for. Thank you, Toby, for your dedication to your site and our company and for your years of service. Sunstates partners with the ESGR and is actively hiring those who served. To apply to be a part of our team, visit our careers page.
Kudos to these team members in the Orlando region who were tremendous assets for their site during a hurricane. At this residential community, team members volunteered to stay on-site to support our client and its residents. Their efforts were recognized with a special appreciation lunch hosted by the client. Also, during the appreciation lunch, the client recognized the entire team for a job well done in many aspects of their rapidly changing community and acknowledged George Perez as the Officer of the Quarter at the site.
We had four enthusiastic team members travel to St. Louis, Missouri, to support a client event. Their willingness to assist and ensure a smooth security operation in another area is greatly appreciated. Thank you to Enjess Jacobs, Christine Taylor, Pamela Mullins, and Chasity Ballard.
Bravo to these two Nashville team members who had special shoutouts during the meeting. Site Supervisor Ashley Judge was recognized for an employee referral during the leadership conference. We're always looking to add dependable team members. Photographed with Ashley are Regional Manager Vinny Gaetano and Operations Manager Carla Burandt. Also acknowledged was Robert Littlejohn for his completion of the Leadership Candidate Training. He is a dedicated leader who has been instrumental in the site’s success and has already had two promotions. Photographed with Robert are Regional Manager Vinny Gaetano and Operations Manager Micah Duke. Outstanding work team!
Regional Manager Michael Hando handed out Employee of the Month Awards for the Newark Region. Supervisor Awal Salifu: After completing Army Basic Training and joining the NJ National Guard, Awal seamlessly transitioned to his role at Sunstates. When his original site closed, he quickly adapted and took on a new leadership position. His commitment to excellence and ability to train new officers have been invaluable to our team. Officer Aaron Fernandez: In a short time, Officer Fernandez has made a significant impact. His prior experience in logistics and trucking has been instrumental in his success. His leadership skills and dedication to his team have earned him recognition as Officer of the Month for September and a well-deserved promotion to Site Supervisor.
A doctor at one of our client hospitals in Bowling Green, Ohio, recently sent a letter commending two of our team members for their exceptional care and compassion in assisting a child with special needs. He stated, "It is with pleasure and gratitude that I am reaching out due to the amazing services that two of your security guards exemplified this afternoon and wanted to recognize them for going above and beyond what I would consider their normal duties. I had the wonderful opportunity to witness the handling of a situation that could have been much more difficult, but the two guards, Zach and Chase, handled it with ease and great kindness. Officer Chase Steffes and Supervisor Zachary Taylor were presented with challenge coins for their exceptional response from Operations Manager Robert Allen (photographed with them). Great work! #GreatWork #SecurityOfficer #Security #SecurityCompany #SecurityTeam #SecuritySolutions #CorporateSecurity #SecurityServices #SecurityOfficers #Ohio #OhioBusiness #Cincinnati #CincinnatiBusiness #HospitalSecurity #HealthCareSecurity
A huge congratulations to Officer Yao Kouassi, who recently celebrated his 20th anniversary with Sunstates Security. Since September 2, 2004, Officer Kouassi has been an integral part of our team, contributing talent, dedication, and a remarkable work ethic that has helped shape our success over the years. Throughout these two decades, Officer Kouassi has consistently demonstrated professionalism, a commitment to excellence, and a collaborative spirit that inspires colleagues daily. His knowledge, skills, and positive attitude have made a lasting impact, and his contributions are valued more than words can express. Operations Manager Veronica Rayner stated, “On this special occasion, we want to extend our deepest appreciation to Yao for his 20 years of service. We look forward to many more years of shared success and friendship. Congratulations on this incredible milestone, Yao!”
Sunstates Security was recognized as a 2024 Leader in Diversity by the Triangle Business Journal. This award honors organizations that are committed to creating inclusive and equitable workplaces. We are proud to be among the select group of 16 individuals and nine companies acknowledged for going above and beyond with their DE&I efforts. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is deeply ingrained in our company culture, and we strive to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. To read more about our initiatives to provide an inclusive workplace, read our latest article.
