The Joeris Values in Action program recognizes employees who embody our Core Values—Safety, Integrity, Leadership, and Excellence. This program acknowledges individuals who go above and beyond in incorporating these values into their daily work and lives. In this post, we’ll delve into the significance of each award and highlight the exceptional winners from 2023.
The Gault Robinson Safety Award
Named after Gault Robinson, a pioneer in safety training at Joeris, this award honors individuals who show an uncompromised dedication to family first by prioritizing safety, actively contributing to a secure work environment, and leading by example. We are proud to announce that the winners for 2023 are Alonso Barba, E Rios-Carreno, Michael Preston, Ray Bell, and Troy Palowski.
The Richard Warren Integrity Award
Dedicated to the late Richard Warren, this award recognizes individuals who consistently choose to do the right thing, building honest relationships and demonstrating loyalty and commitment. The 2023 winners are Andrew Wilson (not pictured), Crescencio Carrasco, Beka Graham, Clayton Detten, Jim Ruede, and Ray Espinoza.
The Wilma Divin Leadership Award
Named after Wilma Divin, this award celebrates individuals who, like Wilma, exhibit selflessness, a positive outlook, and enthusiasm for life. The 2023 winners are Belinda Muniz, Christine Laskowski, Erica Turner, Megan Siever, and Mimi Cuny.
The “Oldtimers” Excellence Award
Inspired by seasoned veterans of Joeris, this award acknowledges individuals who deliver superior performance, prioritize customer experience and embrace innovation. The 2023 winners are Chris Clark, Jim Graham, Kassandra Morales, Keven Aguilar, and Will Arnold.
The Transformational Leadership Award
This new award was created to highlight visionary leadership, inspiring positive change, commitment, empathy, and forward-thinking. Kenny Fuller’s transformative impact on Joeris is recognized for creating a culture focused on growth, collaboration, and the greater good.
Congratulations to all the winners and nominees for their exemplary contributions, embodying the spirit of safety, integrity, leadership, and excellence at Joeris.
2023 Nominees:
| Albert Vazquez Jr. | Edwin Perez | Megan Siever x4 |
| Alex Munoz x3 | Elijio Rios-Carreno x2 | Melissa Jourdan |
| Alfredo Rosas Jr. | Erica Turner x4 | Mike Preston x2 |
| Alonso Barba | Esmeralda Rosas | Mike Smith |
| Andrew Wilson x2 | Felipe Bruno Castillo Jr x2 | Mike Wittmer |
| Ashton Corder | Gault Robinson | Mimi Cuny |
| Baggio Lozano-Plake | Glen Ricks | Mitch Davis |
| Baldo Montes de Oca | Graham Tidwell | Nidia Rubio |
| Barrett Bennett | Grant Hagar x2 | Pat Cleveland x2 |
| Beka Graham x2 | Jack Ingolia | Paul Rivera x3 |
| Belinda Muniz x7 | James Booth | Randall Martinez |
| Ben Lawrence | Jeb Jennings x2 | Ray Bell Jr. x2 |
| Billy Hollers | Jim Graham x2 | Ray Espinoza Jr. x2 |
| Blake Hensel | Jim Ruede | Ray Espinoza Sr. |
| Blake Lavender | Jimmy Sereno | Richard Gonzalez x2 |
| Brandon Woodbury | Joe Street | Ricky Rios |
| Buddy Scherer | Joey White | Roy Thayer |
| Caitlin Middleton | Jordan Verstuyft | Ryan Carter |
| Cecilia Torres | Jorge Gonzalez | Sam Lawrence |
| Charles Forehand | Josh Hanson x2 | Sandra De Leon x5 |
| Chase Crabtrey | Josh LeBlanc x3 | Scott Lee x2 |
| Chris Clark x2 | Juan Cruz | Shane Chesser |
| Chris Ellender | Juan Palafox x2 | Shannon Shipley |
| Chris Eyhorn | Juan Ramirez | Stefani Fife |
| Chris Pilotte | Kassandra Morales | Steven Turner |
| Christine Laskowski x2 | Kenneth Groom | Stoney Stone |
| Ciro Sifuentes-Balderas | Keven Aguilar x2 | Suril Patel |
| Clayton Detten x2 | Kevin Lange x2 | Terry Boatwright |
| Cooper Kaufmann | Kyle Ware | Tory Steil |
| Crescencio Carrasco x3 | Larry Nelson x2 | Ty Scharinger |
| Daniel Olivares x2 | Lee Towles | Victoria Johnson |
| David Salinas | Luke Jolibois | Vincent Ziegler |
| Daylon Koster | Mark Clause | Wayne LaFlamme Jr. |
| Dillon Tucker x2 | Meg Schneider x2 | Will Arnold x3 |