For the first quarter of 2025 we would like to recognize Shannan Winfield for Living the Mission of CHOICES. She is a dedicated and reliable administrative professional who brings positivity and efficiency to every task.
Many may believe admin roles to be desk bound and stationary, but Shannan’s role is very much on the go within the office. She is active in helping donors bring in donations, especially during the holidays. She greets delivery drivers at any door within the office. She also manages all independent living (IL) purchasing for placement goods. She has been a tremendous blessing to the IL team during the last year of growth. Shannan manages all the logistics of furniture and placement good ordering. She is mindful of changes in prices and the availability of different items. Even when we have emergency placements, she flawlessly navigates getting all the items for the team.
We are most grateful for the support Shannan provides to all programs. Shannan excels in building strong relationships across teams, fostering a collaborative and welcoming work environment. In her role she is proactive in anticipating needs and solving problems. If we are planning an offsite event or training, she will make sure we have all we need, often thinking of missed items and including things “just in case”.
Shannan is likely to be the first person our staff meets face to face upon visiting for an interview. She greets all staff and guests with a warm smile and is always approachable. During her time at the front desk, she has become the go-to person for support, always ready to assist colleagues or leadership with any task.
It is with great pleasure we award Shannan Employee of the Quarter for embodying our core values of teamwork, commitment and innovation. Her professionalism, organizational skills and contributions to CHOICES make her an invaluable asset to the agency.
