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Next up in our team spotlights is the head honcho of the Support Team, Dale. We asked him about all things Hop alongside some wildcard questions to get to the bottom of what makes Dale tick… 1. What is your job role at Hop? Support Team Leader (Big Head Bob) 2. What do you enjoy the most about working at Hop? Friendly customers, Great atmosphere, Great colleagues who are easy to get along with. 3. How do you start your working day? Coffee, Coffee and more Coffee 4. What is your favourite hotel experience? Don’t really have one, All experiences I have had are all equally as good as the last. 5. If you could only choose one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be? Chicken Tikka Biriyani with a Masala sauce. 🥘 6. And finally, if you were a Zoo keeper for the day, what animals would you want to take care of and why? Sloths! 🦥 Sloths are fascinating creatures with unique adaptations. Observing sloths in captivity provides valuable insights into their behaviour and social interactions.

Oh, what’s that? You don’t want to spend your one precious life emailing people in FIFTY DIFFERENT STATES so you can get your product into stores? WEIRD. From a strategic, business perspective the work we do at Global Registration Services, Inc., Pet Food Compliance, and American Law Label, Inc. is about helping companies stay compliant with laws and regulations so their products can get into stores - and stay there. But what is our work REALLY about? It’s really about giving our clients back hours and hours of their lives so they can do more important, more enjoyable things. On a sunny, Friday afternoon in July, I can’t imagine anyone would choose to spend their time following up with 7 different state compliance agencies. Instead, we can do it for them and they can spend that time * landing a new client * brainstorming a new project * hanging out by the pool * napping * watching their kid’s summer camp talent show Regardless of your company or industry, it can be worth getting really clear about where your time is going and if, in fact, DIY-ing it is worth it. Maybe it’s time to hand off those less-gratifying tasks to someone else!

Meet Tony! Tony is a Crew Leader for our site improvement division. He is what we like to call a “generational team member,” meaning his father Jose also worked with us for many years. How cool is that?! ILT Vignocchi chose him as our featured team member this month because he is one of the hardest working people you’ll ever meet, always ensuring he does a top notch job. We also asked him some fun questions, check them out! 1️⃣ What's your favorite thing about being a part of the ILT Vignocchi team? Tony said: “They give you many opportunities and respect you.” 2️⃣ What's a funny memory or story you have while on the job? He said: “My father Jose Salgado Soto told me, ‘At work you have to do your best and do it with passion.’” 3️⃣ What are your hobbies or what do you like to do on your days off? “My favorite pastime is being with my family. My children, going out and playing with them. Seeing them smile is the most beautiful thing.” 4️⃣ How long have you lived in the Chicago or Wauconda area? “16 years” 5️⃣ What's your favorite plant or flower? “Blue Hydrangea” 6️⃣ What's your favorite season? “Fall” And last but not least… 7️⃣ Does pineapple belong on pizza? “No” Thanks again Tony for all you do for ILT Vignocchi, we appreciate your dedication! So what do you think? Does pineapple belong on pizza? Let’s start the debate in the comments! #yardwork #commercialrealestate #teamwork #springclean #yard

We love featuring families that work together, and this week we are shining a light on siblings Hiro & Autumn! Hiro is one of our extremely hard-working Event Set Up Attendants and even spent some time as one of our Peer Trainers. After settling in at DU, Hiro encouraged Autumn to apply for a position as well. She started with us as a Steward, was promoted to Banquet Runner, and is now one of our Peer Trainers. Reflecting on what they each enjoy about working here, Autumn talked about how great it was that everyone treats each other with respect, regardless of the position they are in. Hiro spoke about how important the friendships are and how the people here are what make this place great. Outside of work, Autumn loves reading, spending time with her cat, and window shopping. Hiro enjoys hanging out with friends and playing videogames. When we asked them for a fun-fact about themselves, they immediately started bragging about each other! Hiro talked about how knowledgeable Autumn is about nature and how as kids she always had to hold him back from messing with poisonous plants and animals. Autumn talked about how Hiro was a wild child growing up and was always fishing and catching frogs. When asked what two items they would want if stranded on a deserted island, Autumn chose a firestarter and an encyclopedia of herbs/edible plants and Hiro picked a hatchet and a bucket. Sounds like the two of them will be set! If you want to work with Hiro and Autumn, check out our job postings at BenchmarkHotelDFW.com. #BenchmarkatDU #PGHPeopleFirst #PyramidFamily

Spotlight on Tracy Wilson! ⚡️ Tracy is our managing paralegal and we couldn’t do what we do without her. So, we thought we’d ask Tracy some fun questions to help you get to know her better. 1. What are some of your favorite activities or hobbies?  Hobbies are all things Star Wars (Han shot first), collecting craft supplies (one day it will be doing the crafts too!), following the James Webb Space Telescope and the wonderful scientists who explain it all, cinema (all types from animation to black and white musicals to comic book blockbusters - no snobbery here), reading, and gardening.  2. Where is your favorite place you've traveled? Favorite kind of travel/vacation is anything that is either educational or amusement/adventurous.  3. What was your first job? Taco Bell in High School. When I was too perky for the opening crew, I would be locked in the walk in freezer. My store also created an entirely new job title (90's corporate - no discretionary raises) and I was officially named the "hospitality hostess" with that on my name tag.  4. What is a random fact about you? Mr. Pibb is not an alternative to Dr. Pepper. If I'm offered Mr. Pibb in place of Dr. Pepper, I politely decline and take water instead and it really confuses people. John Green articulates better than I can https://lnkd.in/dcdNgXKn Do you have anything in common with Tracy?

These two dogs turn four in August. Nearly four years of love, laughter, and lots of tears! And many lessons about life and work. 🐾 The dogs have clear goals - they want walks, food, exercise, love. They know what they want and they ask for it at times (Florence the whippet even barks for a blanket!). They focus on their own goals not others… well, unless a doggo friend appears and they decide to play! 🐾 They’re not yearning for a different job or promotion, they’re happy with the role they have. 🐾 My dogs are very different to each other and they don’t waste their time comparing themselves! They have very different jobs, historically, and they don’t crave the other one’s role. They know their talents and play to their strengths. 🐾 They are masters of self care, drinking water when they’re thirsty and resting when they need to. A big lesson for me to learn from as I often don’t drink water in the working day! We can all benefit from resting more, too. 🐾 Dogs know no other way than to be their authentic selves. We need to do the same if we are to thrive in our work and careers. Do you have a dog or pet? What career lessons have they taught you? #careerlessons #careercoach #careerhappiness #careerdevelopment #careergoals #careeradvice #careergrowth #careersuccess #loveyourjob #workgoals

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🌟 Finding Passion in Every Conversation 🌟 I had a conversation with one of the top scientists in the field of pet products today. He works for a company that makes the food I feed my pets when they aren’t feeling well or having belly issues. No, it wasn’t a recruiting conversation. I just called him up to talk about his role, his passion, and the work that makes a difference. We dove deep into topics like pet food safety, shelf life, and how microbiology shapes the way our pets eat and thrive. 🐶🐾 What struck me most wasn’t just his expertise—but the way he raved about his company. The culture, the mission, and the impact of the work—it all meant something to him. He was as passionate about his products in a way that genuinely made me feel more comfortable using them. That, in my opinion, is Glorious Purpose. Also just in case anyone was wondering, after hearing him speak, I can confidently say there’s no way I’m prying him away. I’ll save my recruiting powers for another day! 😂 For me, this wasn’t just another discussion. It was personal. I have six dogs. I know firsthand how much their well-being means. So, when I get to talk with people working behind the scenes to ensure my pets—and millions of others—are healthy, safe, and happy, it means something. It’s not just business—it’s a connection to my passion. 💜 And that’s exactly what I want to do for you. 🔍 Let’s find the thing that lights you up inside, that makes you excited to wake up, and that drives you forward. Let me help you discover opportunities that align with your purpose. Whether it’s a role that feels like home or a company that gets you, I’m here to help you find that spark. 📞 I’d love to chat. Let’s find what drives you—just like today’s conversation reminded me of what drives me. #RecruitmentWithPurpose #PeopleMatter #PetsMatter #PassionAndCareer #PurplesquirrelHunter

Last week I was 'buzzing' 😉 to receive my Introduction to Beekeeping certificate! Although I took this course as a hobby I realised some amazing similarities to my work as a territory sales manager. Bees plan their routes to find the best flowers, I plan my visits to all my wonderful shops. They collect nectar and spread pollen, and I spread knowledge which drives sales. It's all about teamwork and reaching our goals – just like in a beehive. Bees are a remarkable example of team work with each bee in the hive having its role and responsibilities. When everyone works together, the outcome is always greater. It was fascinating to learn and always great to spend more time in nature. Insert your bee puns below 🐝 #beekeeping #teamwork #sales #territorymanager #pollinators