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CCA Global Partners observed National Happiness Happens Day in the sweetest way possible, with "campfire" S'mores in our offices! We're also sharing a handful of our 'Happiness Happens' tips & tricks to help release endorphins and boost your mood. ⤵️ Volunteer - When we spend time working to improve the lives of others, we help them & we feel good about ourselves, too. Be creative - Give yourself the gift of accomplishing something at whatever skill level you are! Use food, the garden, or writing to express yourself. Infuse your social circle with happy people - Spend time with happy people. Disconnect - All of the time that we spend on electronic devices in a day is a drain on our energy. Take time every day to engage with the people around you, get physically active & do the things that make you happy.
CCA Global Partners is recognizing one of our invaluable CCA University colleagues, eLearning Project Specialist, Briana Beauchesne! 👏🏼 Briana has been with CCA for 12 years and believes in asking questions & taking creative risks. "You may land on an idea or concept that is a game-changer, or maybe it's not. You'll learn a lot either way while being supported to keep thinking of new ways to innovate," says Briana. Briana reveals that the support she receives from her team & supervisor to try new things is what makes work at CCA so enjoyable. "I have the autonomy to make decisions, and I know I have resources to work with & bounce ideas off when I need to. Plus, let's be honest - being able to bring my dog to work is pretty cool." She also shares her favorite quote from the one & only Dolly Parton, "Find out who you are, and do it on purpose." A fun fact about Briana? She loves to run with her dog & is currently training for the Berlin Marathon with his help.
This July, we're recognizing our wonderful Senior Software Development Architect, Patrick Werner! In his role, Patrick and his team are often performing deployments, testing, & performance optimizations during our retail store downtimes, which is usually around 10 PM CST! In October, Patrick will be celebrating his 20th Anniversary with CCA Global Partners, which he lends in part to CCA's culture. "Every month you see anniversaries of 5 years, 10 years, 30 years, etc. That isn't common," says Patrick. He extends guidance to new employees, encouraging them that, "Your voice matters. The leadership group at CCA has fostered this notion my whole tenure at CCA. If you see an issue, or have an idea on how to do something, or how to do something better, bring it up. It might not always be something that's adopted, or adopted immediately, but it will most certainly not fall on deaf ears." Patrick recently retired from ice hockey and instead has developed a love for hiking & photography.
In our Leadership Spotlight this July is Senior Vice President of Retail Group Marketing, Frank Chiera. Frank has been associated with CCA Global Partners for 19 years and has taken on various roles within our cooperative. Along with acknowledging the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of others, Frank shares his personal story and what initially drew him to join CCA, saying, "I have always been passionate about family businesses and have an entrepreneurial spirit. As a boy, my dad, who owned a watch, clock, and jewelry repair business, taught me the value of customer service, quality, and doing what you love. He also taught me the value of fighting for the underdog and rooting for locally-owned businesses. CCA Global Partners is a place where I feel right at home." Frank reflects on his past experiences and career while urging CCA new hires and young entrepreneurs to, "always look at things through the lens of developing creative solutions, bending the norm to create differentiation, and doing the right thing for the greater good. " Frank is also a devoted partner and the dad of twins, who enjoys spending time with his active family, dreaming up home improvement projects, attending concerts, and working on his classic car – a 1964 Pontiac GTO.
On Thursday, a group of colleagues from CCA Global Partners' Manchester, NH office volunteered at the Animal Rescue League of New Hampshire, where they assisted the staff in cleaning & painting the bird room as well as partook in trail maintenance. 🌲 CCA is especially proud to have a staff who gives back to their community!
CCA Global Partners is shouting out another amazing employee, Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist, Tina Gregoire! Two years ago, Tina was focused on finding a workplace with a mission-driven culture where employees feel good about what they do each day and was thrilled to come across that culture at CCA. Tina's favorite aspect of her role on our HR team is, "Talking to candidates about how awesome CCA is and being a part of finding incredible talent to add to our team!" Tina shares advice to our newest colleagues, encouraging them to branch out & meet people outside of their direct team. "We work with so many amazing people and you could have these connections for a lifetime." In addition to spending time & watching sports with her two kids, Tina also sponsors two boys in Haiti & Rwanda. Join us in applauding Tina for this well-deserved recognition 👏🏼
In our Leadership Spotlight this June is Vice President of Kitchen & Bath Retail at CCA Global Partners, Jill Lombardo! For 14 years, Jill has remained an irreplaceable asset to CCA teams, Kiba Studios, & retail members. Jill's favorite part about her role is, "Getting to know our members. It is a privilege to work with small business owners & gain firsthand experience from their business practices as they take on our new Kitchen & Bath category. I appreciate the hard work, tenacity, and energy they put into building a livelihood for their family & the families of their employees." The most important thing she's learned in her role? "Don't take it personally." At home, Jill's passions include antiquing, gardening, and exploring the country. We appreciate your continuing leadership, Jill!
CCA Global Partners is seeking motivated & customer service-driven individuals to join our team in St. Louis, MO. Hear from Client Experience Manager, Becca Lara, on what she enjoys most about her role in our Strategic Partners Group. "We have such a bright, dedicated, & enjoyable group. They keep me on my toes & also keep me laughing, and how can you not appreciate that in the workplace? Our department continues to grow, and it’s amazing watching it get better & better!" To apply for custom support positions: https://ccaglobalpartners.applytojob.com/apply
CCA Global Partners is excitedly anticipating the 21st annual Alan Greenberg Charity Golf Tournament at the historic Barnsley Gardens in Adairsville, GA, on Wednesday, September 13th. The event continues to fundraise for the Floor Covering Industry Foundation (FCIF) by supporting families who are currently or have been, affiliated with the floor covering industry through various physical, emotional, & financial hardships. Attended by business owners, vendors, manufacturers, distributors, & supporters from around the nation, the tournament is a day of fellowship, friendship, & the opportunity for friendly competition, aimed at a common goal of goodwill.
In our leadership spotlight this month is Senior Vice President, Strategic Partners Group, Bill Wissler! In his role, Bill appreciates the support and resources provided by CCA management to facilitate business growth. Bill welcomes the opportunity to help driven employees buy into the CCA culture & company vision, as well as advance their careers into roles of increased responsibility. In the past 17 years at CCA Global Partners, Bill has learned the importance of patience & flexibility. "The work environment post-Covid is drastically different than it was before & those changes have caused everyone to re-examine the traditional workplace model." Similarly, Bill shares his favorite thing about working at CCA: the people & the culture. "CCA goes above and beyond to take care of its employees and their member locations." Outside of work, Bill is an avid golfer & attendee of sporting events at the University of Missouri, where his son plays baseball. Thank you for your continued leadership, Bill!
