Atlanta-Area Frontline Leaders Started On The Dock ‘ALWAYS BEEN DRIVEN’
When SIDNEY GARY came to Averitt in 2015, he knew he wanted a place where he could build a career and grow. He’s found exactly that, and he’s looking forward to seeing where the journey takes him. “I’ve always been driven,” explains Sidney, who was hired as a part- time dock associate in Charlotte and was recently promoted to a frontline leadership role at Atlanta East. “I want to excel in everything I do. I want to give my best and be the best I can be.” Sidney credits Charlotte operations manager RODNEY TATE with helping him develop to where he is today. “He put me in exactly the right places so I was able to learn and grow into many positions,” Sidney explains. “I’ve worked every dock position, which taught me to become the leader that I am. It’s been wonderful. I’d never had this type of leadership, and that’s what I’m looking forward to growing into.” Sidney adds that our culture gave him the confidence to know that transferring to a new facility was the right move. “I look forward to growing even more as a leader,” he says. “Averitt is a wonderful company and has been a blessing to me. I can’t say enough good things.” Sidney encourages other associates to take the next step if they want to grow in their own careers. “I ask associates all the time at the service center, ‘What are you looking for? You’ve got to know what you’re looking for before you can move,’” he says. “And be willing to step out of your comfort zone. Otherwise, you’ll still be in the same place doing the same thing.” ‘MAKE A PLAN, AND EXECUTE THE PLAN’ ANTHONY MOORE is another Atlanta-area frontline leader who has grown in
his Averitt career. Anthony – who recently celebrated 25 years of service – came to Averitt after serving in the Air Force and following a stint working for the Olympic Committee, where he arranged logistics for the field hockey events. “Averitt has been a great company,” says Anthony, who started on the dock, and worked as a yard hostler and a lead man before being promoted to frontline leader at Atlanta West in 2019. “I haven’t had many jobs in my life. I’m 50 years old, and I’ve been at Averitt half my life. I’ve met good people and great friends here who I’m still friends with today. It’s been a great company that has taken care of me.” Anthony credits our people with his success. “Once I became a frontline leader, I tried to surround myself with intelligent people, people who work hard, and people I can trust and rely on,” he explains. “That’s really the key to my success – it's who I surround myself with.” Anthony shares his tips for associates who want to experience career growth. “You have to let leadership know that you’re ready to grow,” he says. “A lot of people work really well, and they’re just quiet and they can get stuck doing the same thing even though they want more. You have to let somebody know you’re ready to grow. Then make a plan, and execute the plan.” ARE YOU READY TO GROW? If you’re ready to take the next step in your Averitt career, check out our Job Hotline that is now available on MyPortal to see a list of open positions. The hotline is updated on Mondays and Thursdays, so we encourage you to check it often to stay up to date on the newest openings. T m Above left, Atlanta East frontline leader SIDNEY GARY is recognized by Service Center Director GARY TAYLOR after recently being promoted to his new role. Above right, Atlanta West frontline leader ANTHONY MOORE began his Averitt career as a dock associate.
OVER 20 TEAM We’re proud to add members to our Over 20 Team! The following associates joined our team in November 2003: Debra Bryant Corporate Kimberly Gant Corporate Denver Jackson Cincinnati Voytek Kopec Chicago Xavier Lane Dallas Michael McVey Memphis David Solano Houston John Utley Tampa
20 YEARS Michael Jones Marvin Wolfe 15 YEARS Roger Copeland John Martin Albert Morales David Roberts Glenndrell Williams
35 YEARS Jerry Merrell 30 YEARS Michael Dowdy
Brooke Young
Corporate
Mayfield
Tampa
Baton Rouge
For a list of November milestone service awards, including the newest members of our Over 20 Team, visit InsideAveritt.com . SEPTEMBER SAFETY AWARDS For a complete list of Safety Award winners, including five- and 10-year recipients, visit InsideAveritt.com.
Mayfield
Little Rock Jacksonville
25 YEARS George Alsobrook Jr. Wade Keisler James Nicholson
Atlanta West Columbia
Waco
Cookeville Atlanta East Oklahoma City
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