Former Jackson TN Service Center Director David Baker Makes Impact With Ambassador Team ‘AVERITT IS NOT JUST A COMPANY; IT IS A FAMILY’ DAVID BAKER retired from Averitt in 2020 after 35 years, but the longtime Jackson TN service center director knew he did not want to step away from our team completely. That’s why becoming one of the first members of our Ambassador Teammade so much sense. As a member of the Ambassador Team, David is part of a special group of retired associates who choose to stay active and connected to our unique culture by continuing to contribute to Averitt Cares for Kids, participating in Team Up Community Challenge events,and taking part in other opportunities. “Even as a service center director, I had my driving credentials,” David says. “So when I retired, I offered to stay on as a city driver to help out on an as-needed basis.” During his tenure, David helped guide numerous associates and future leaders through their careers with Averitt. His track record for developing young talent made him a prime candidate to continue mentoring associates in his retirement years. As a mentor and part of our Ambassador Team, David has the unique opportunity to contribute with our local Jackson operations while also working closely alongside young associates looking to grow and further their careers at Averitt.
DAVID BAKER (right), a member of the Ambassador Team, assists dock lead ANDREW HENSON (left) at our Jackson TN Service Center.
“There have been some good folks to come through Jackson who went on to become leaders in other service centers in many different capacities,” David says. “I take pride in knowing we developed many great associates here, and I hope to continue to do so as a mentor and member of the Ambassador Team.” With his 35-plus years of experience at Averitt, David says he wants to be a sounding board for young leaders and lend advice when it is needed. “If there’s someone in the ranks who is having difficulties or needs advice, I’m glad to spend some time with them and offer any insight that might point them in the right direction.” David attributes Averitt’s culture and focus on empowering associates for his wish to remain a part of our team. “Averitt is not just a company; it is a family,” he explains. “This is my way of staying in contact with the local folks in the organization and still being a part of something special. I’ve been around it a long time. As a matter of fact, my wife and I took a trip to Gatlinburg with our church’s youth one weekend, and we stopped on our way back to visit some Averitt friends in Knoxville. Those are the kinds of relationships you’re able to build here.” Are you recently retired or thinking about retiring soon? Then stay connected by becoming part of the Ambassador Team! Visit InsideAveritt.com/AmbassadorTeam for more information. T m
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