I want to give Mario Sanchez a huge THANK YOU for all that you do for me and our team! I can always depend on you to help me out and educate me where needed. Your hard work and dedication does not go unnoticed! You have taught me so much since I have joined the E&R team and I couldn't ask for a better OJI!!! YOU ROCK!!!
Heartfelt thanks to my Division of Worklife & Engagement Team at the U.S. Department of Labor! Your passion, dedication, expertise, and creative approaches make a difference in the lives of workers across the country - and positively impact our culture and workplace community. Our collaborative and inclusive approach makes our work together fun and rewarding!
Domenick Capomolla is the facility manager for one of our Science Centers located in Milford, CT. For more than a year he was detailed into the Branch Chief position while maintaining his own responsibilities as the facility manager. Domenick graciously continued the Branch Chief duties even after his temporary promotion expired. He repeatedly told me he just wanted to ensure the facilities team was taken care of and kept making progress. As Branch Chief he was responsible for the oversight of our five locations in CT, NJ, RI, MA and ME. Domenick continues to be a team player by helping the newly hired Branch Chief get settled in his new position and transferring the historical knowledge he has accumulated over the past year. I don't even want to think what could have been the condition of the facilities program had Domenick not stepped up to take the lead.
When I turn on my tap and clean, drinkable water comes out, I consider it nothing short of a miracle. I know it's not magic, but the work of people in the public sector that allows this to happen. Thank you for everything that you do.
Thank you for your service.
Thank you to Polly Trottenberg, the Deputy Secretary at the Department of Transportation, who has served throughout her career tirelessly and tenaciously on behalf of the public progress and safety on the roads and in the air. Having seen her leadership up-close, I can attest to the integrity she shows, the commitment to higher purpose she has, the teams she builds and the difference she makes. And Happy Public Service Recognition Week to all those who serve the public!
As a federal employee working in agriculture, I am privileged to witness firsthand the impact of our work on farmers and communities, both locally and globally. Each day, I am grateful for the opportunity to serve and support those who dedicate their lives to feeding the world. From drafting policies that promote sustainable farming practices to collaborating with international partners to facilitate trade agreements, I am proud to be part of a team that works tirelessly to ensure the resilience and prosperity of our food systems. As a federal employee and a member of the agricultural community, I extend my heartfelt thanks to all public servants in agriculture for their unwavering dedication and service, which reaches far beyond borders, shaping the global footprint of agriculture.
I want to Thank my Outstanding Team Lead Ersan Elmas, he has been extremely dedicated to his team and is always available to assist his team members. He is the epitome of a true outstanding team member and makes working for the VA with all the high demand workload much easier. He has been there for me in times of high stress and I want to personally thank him for his dedication to his team and to our Veterans and for his hard work and dedication to our mission in taking care of Veterans.
I would like to say thank you to Anita Spinner Deputy Director for Operations, Center for Federal Executive Boards(FEB) National Operations, Workforce Policy and Innovation U.S. Office of Personnel Management. In 2022/2023 Anita took on the task of facilitating the transfer of individual FEBs over to OPM. She (along with her team) conducted a seamless transfer (in my opinion) of several employees, and helped process out those employees that were not interested in transferring over. Anita performed this monumental task with such professionalism and grace amidst a lot of moving part and unidentified guidance that was yet to be disseminated. With Anita at the helm leading the charge of coordinating this effort and keeping us informed of each stage in the process made me feel a sense of comfort and understanding. It made me want to work for OPM just by viewing her compassion for us during a difficult decision making time in our Federal careers. She would not like the spotlight as she just executes without all the kudos, but I want Anita and everyone else to know that she continues to impact my career and life in a most meaningful and positive way! Thank you Anita Spinner.
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