BOSTON, MA – On Saturday, November 6th Cruz Companies celebrated their long-time employee, Vernessa Fountain for the Admin Awards’ virtual Good as Gold Gala. She was named an “Above the Call” Award Finalist for the Boston Admin Awards. Cruz Management proudly nominated Vernessa in recognition of her exemplary contributions during her 15 years and counting with the company.
Vernessa shares a compassionate and caring work ethic that encompasses Cruz Companies’ core values. She skillfully drives the company through any difficulty with grace, humor, and eagerness to help others. These qualities are what encompasses the ethics and values at Cruz Companies. Vernessa’s selfless nature serves as a driving force within Cruz CARES, the non-profit arm of the organization. Vernessa plays an essential part in providing enrichment resources for tenants, giving back to the community through different activities.
“She goes above and beyond, she inspires and helps others selflessly.” remarked Justin Cruz, Director of Cruz Management. “She is a living example of this award title- above the call. Vernessa brings her best to all she does and brings out the best in everyone she works with.”
The Admin Awards is the Administrative Profession’s highest honor, created nearly a decade ago by the daughter of a retired Executive Secretary. Often referred to as the ‘Academy Awards for Admins‘, the Admin Awards is the first and only public recognition program of its kind in the country that focuses specifically on recognizing and rewarding the achievements, dedication and importance of Administrative Professionals. The Admin Awards currently operates in nine cities across the U.S. including Boston, Chicago, Dallas / Fort Worth, Denver, Houston, Pacific Northwest, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Silicon Valley and Washington D.C.
The Above the Call award is all about providing exceptional customer service both internally and externally and honors the Admin whose job responsibility involves significant interaction with others such as coworkers, customers, vendors, company visitors etc.
About Cruz Companies: Cruz Companies is the oldest and largest minority-owned construction, real estate development and property management firm in the region, responsible for landmark projects and developments for over 70 years. Cruz Companies’ mission is giving back to the community through providing employment and career opportunities to area residents, hiring local minority contractors and businesses, and increasing affordable and market rate housing. For more information, please go to our website www.cruzcompanies.com.
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