2008 Award Recipients Honored

PRESIDENT'S AWARD

Julie Tautolo, Account Executive with EasyLife, has won the 2008 President’s Award, which recognizes the manager who has achieved best overall performance. “Julie has successfully added three new stores with ease, and has created positive
interaction between contract drivers and the client,” states Dave Drury, Director of Operations, South Group. “In addition, the client relies on Julie to resolve any issues that arise, and she has consistently led her team in the handling of volume surges. Julie has proven herself to be a hard working, valued member of the DSI team.”

EMPLOYEES OF THE YEAR

John Halbasch, South Group and Alice Jones, North Group have gone the extra mile in performing their duties. Their contributions have been integral to the success of their accounts and earned them the award of Employee of the Year in their respective Groups.

FLIPPER AWARD For Outstanding Achievement in Displaying Our Core Vaues:

Terri Overton, South Group and Carlos Martinez, North Group never waiver from their commitment to our Core Values. They have consistently displayed the highest level of performance outlined in the FLIPPER criteria.

LOCATION OF THE YEAR
In Appreciation of Our Staff’s Dedication and Commitment to the Client:

Superior client service and financial management have combined to earn EasyLife Furniture the Location of the Year Award. The award winning EasyLife team: Julie Tautolo, Account Executive; Nancy Nava, Assistant Manager; Armando Chavez, Assistant Manager; Karla Vazquez, CSR/Dispatcher; Melissa Macie, CSR/Dispatcher; Art Estrada, CSR/Dispatcher; Angelina Lopez, CSR/Dispatcher.

SPIRIT AWARD
For Excellence in Enthusiasm and Teamwork:

Maria Padilla, Corporate Office Manager, and Magnery (Ronny) Lopez, Assistant Account Manager at Sleep Train, Oakland have earned the Spirit Award because of their enthusiasm, teamwork, and a consistent positive attitude in their approach to their work.

ROOKIE OF THE YEAR
Recognizing the new associate whose contributions provided the most significant impact to our company:

Tabitha Forsythe, Corporate Accounting and Kayla Hopkins, Assistant Manager, Sleep Train, Sacramento. Both of these associates made significant contributions and have had a positive impact on the company.

MOST IMPROVED OPERATION

Paul’s TV has won the Most Improved Operation by achieving outstanding improvements in service and performance. The proudstaff includes: John Halbasch, Account Manager, Hank Jones, Delivery Supervisor, Sandra Rodriguez, Assistant Manager, Veronica Munoz, Delivery Supervisor. They are under the direction of SouthEast Group Director, Dave Drury.