The Best of HCSG Awards honor employees who embody our brand essence: people, service, and experience as the core of their work. By fostering meaningful connections, providing outstanding service, and creating memorable experiences, these outstanding team members positively impact residents and client communities nationwide. Join us in recognizing this year’s winners.
Winners
Congratulations to the winners of our fourth annual Best of HCSG Awards!
Housekeeping Associate of the Year
James Alexander, Jr. Heavy Housekeeper
Division S, Region BE, Florida
Maria Agosto Light Housekeeper
Division A, Region IC, Ohio
Michael May Heavy Housekeeper
Division N, Region LA, Michigan
Veetta Lovett Light Housekeeper
Division S, Region BI, Florida
Veronica Gonzalez Light Housekeeper
Division S, Region SL, Tennessee
Wanda Samuels Light Housekeeper
Division N, Region LB, Indiana
Dietary Associate of the Year
Caleb Andrews Dietary Aide
Division L, Region AC, Indiana
Constance Plourde Dietary Aide
Division U, Region GE, New Hampshire
Glenn Stradford Dietary Aide
Division L, Region GP, Pennsylvania
Thelma Ednave Dietary Aide
Division W, Region EV, California
Laundry Associate of the Year
El Hajja El Ghaibat
Division N, Region KT, Maryland
Shelly Gates
Division N, Region, LA, Michigan
Cook of the Year
Michele Ivy
Division L, Region AC, Ohio
Zane Flesher
Division G, Region GS, West Virginia
Manager-In-Training of the Year
James Lewis
Division T, Region FR, Alabama
Melissa Gaumer
Division G, Region GS, West Virginia
Assistant Manager of the Year
Jennifer Tuxward
Division L, Region GP, Delaware
Account Manager of the Year
Megan Price
Division W, Region HJ, Nebraska
Patricia May
Division H, Region VC, Minnesota
Raynaldine Doblass
Division B, Region EM, Florida
Reba Manning
Division B, Region EM, Florida
District Manager of the Year
Brian Snyder
Division L, Region GB, Maryland
Carrie Curtis
Division H, Region YE, Wisconsin
Lisa Kelley
Division S, Region TC, Alabama
Norka Gonzalez
Division S, Region SA, Florida
Director of Operations of the Year
Kara Belt
Division L, Region AC, Ohio
Diet Tech of the Year
Clorinda Urbina
Division Q, Region QE, Florida
Registered Dietitian of the Year
Edgar Rodriguez
Division Q, Region QG, California
Jared Worthman
Division A, Region AQ, Indiana
Lead Dietitian of the Year
Virginia Mull
Division Q, Region QF, Wisconsin
Director of Clinical Operations of the Year
Jeanna Glick
Division Q, Region QE, Florida
Sr. Director of Clinical Ops of the Year
Erin DeLain
Division Q, Region QF, Minnesota
Training Center Account Manager of the Year
Alma Adams
Division L, Region AC, Ohio
Jessica Slone
Division S, Region IQ, Ohio
Mary Pulanco
Division G, Region AF, Maryland
Rachel Wetzel
Division H, Region LJ, Wisconsin
School Custodian of the Year
Julitza Tremols Rivera
Division M, Region MN, Pennsylvania
Business Support of the Year
Cathy Fox Executive Assistant
Division C, Region CO, Pennsylvania
Samantha Dey Payroll Supervisor
Division C, Region CP, New Jersey
The Judy E. Kowalski Excellence in Leadership Award
The Judy E. Kowalski Excellence in Leadership Award recognizes individuals who embody the exceptional leadership qualities exemplified by Healthcare Services Group District Manager Judy E. Kowalski. Judy was a remarkable leader known for her dedication, integrity, and compassion. Her impact on her team and colleagues was profound, as she consistently set high standards and inspired others to reach their full potential.
We’re pleased to announce the third recipient of this award as Director of Operations, Diane Laduct (Division S, Region SL, Indiana).
Spirit Awards
The Spirit of HCSG recognizes employees who go beyond with their extraordinary service and contributions to live out our company purpose, exemplify our values, and fulfill our vision.
Crystal Foy
Assistant Manager
Division B, Region EA, Georgia
Gladis Nolasco DeGarcia
Office & Front Desk Supervisor
Division C, Region CF, Pennsylvania
Joseph Ritterson
Administrative Support
Division C, Region CP, New Jersey
Michael Kramer
District Manager
Division S, Region BI, Florida
Shannon Morris
Account Manager
Division S, Region IQ, Ohio
Travis Parks
Training Center Account Manager
Division N, Region LA, Michigan
Eva Grajewski
Cook
Division H, Region YE, Wisconsin
Indera Ramcharan
Dietary Aide
Division B, Region EM, Florida
Justin Barr
Accounting Manager
Division C, Region CA, Pennsylvania
Michaela Hirschy
District Manager
Division N, Region LB, Indiana
Sonia Torres Marino
Light Housekeeper
Division S, region BI, Florida
Vernita Battle
Director of Operations
Division B, Region EY, North Carolina
Garry Trinidad
Dietary Aide
Division W, Region AW, California
Jose Sandoval
Director of Operations
Division V, region HE, Texas
Loretta Bowman
Cook
Division B, Region EY, North Carolina
Roxanne Johnson McLeod
Light Housekeeper
Division S, Region BE, Florida
Stephanie Annis
District Manager
Division B, Region EM, Florida
William McKean, Jr.
Account Manager
Division W, Region EV, Oregon