On
Sunday, February 2, 2025, Georgia Spa Company held its annual company-wide
celebration and awards dinner at The Georgia Club in Statham. CEO Josh Kemerling, and Executive Vice President David Baker thanked all of Georgia Spa's employees for their efforts and dedication to
Georgia Spa and presented awards in recognition of 2024 achievements.
This year's celebration was themed as "A Night of Comedy in Hollywood," and each Georgia Spa employee and their guest walked the red carpet upon arrival. The evening included awards being bestowed, raffles prizes given out and comedic entertainment enjoyed.
Mark Stevens Employee of the Year: Larry Cheshier, Sales Professional. To be eligible for the Employee of the Year Award, an individual must be one of our monthly Employees of the Month winners from Sales or Operations. This award is named for Georgia Spa Company founder Mark Stevens.
Baker-Durand Sales Employees of the Year: Joe Brooks, Sales Professional. This award recognizes sales leaders with extraordinary achievement, performance and contribution to the success of GSC. The award is named in honor of Georgia Spa and industry leaders, Mark Baker and Cherry Durand. Operations Employee of the Year: Justin Steed, Delivery Crew Lead. This award recognizes an individual who is devoted to and exceptional at their work to deliver operational excellence and bring success to GSC and relaxation home to our customers. Leadership Award: Ashley Steed, Human Resources. This award is a celebration of what it truly means to L.E.A.D. - Love, Enthusiasm, Accountability, and Discipline. These principles are the foundation of effective leadership and have a transformative impact when embraced fully.
Outstanding Service and Dedication: Chris Johnson, Delivery Supervisor. This award recognizes a hard-working, dedicated individual who has gone above and beyond for both Georgia Spa Company and our customers.Custom Care Award: Colleen Hall, Sales Associate, and Tiffany Pritchett, Coordinator. This award recognizes a sales associate or coordinator who excels in customer care. Winners of this award treat their customers with respect and kindness and build an emotional connection with them.First Class Service Award: Chris Maddox, Service Technician. This award recognizes a service or valet technician for going above and beyond the normal call of duty to ensure first class service.Bringing Relaxation Home Award: Donald "Quack" Wood, Delivery Crew. This award recognizes a delivery team member who excels in customer service through delivery.Behind the Scenes Key Contributor: Alicia Adams, Accounting Specialist. The award recognizes a "Behind the Scenes" individual who has limited in-person customer interaction but has provided exceptional commitment and contribution to Georgia Spa, fellow employees, and our customers.New Sales Employee of the Year: Mike Ruffolo, Sales Professional. This award recognizes the standout "Rookie of the Year" Sales and Marketing Employee who has been a great teammate and addition to our staff.New Operations Employee of the Year: Brandy Franklin, Coordinator. This award recognizes the standout "Rookie of the Year" Operations employee who has been a great teammate and addition to our staff.
Additionally, Georgia Spa Company acknowledged
sales and time of service milestones at the celebration dinner:
Excellence in sales, One Million Dollar Club: Larry Cheshier, Jodi Martin, Daniel Spencer, Tim Meadows, Leo Arsenault, Glen Sanford, Joe Brooks and Darwin Young.20 Years of Service: Josh Kemerling.
10 Years of Service: Leo Arsenault and Keisha Baker.5 Years of Service: Daniel Spencer, Tim Meadows and Russell Moncrief. Not pictured: Terry Kraus and Ben Marshall.
