The ABODA (Annual Board of Directors Awards) is one way we honor individuals and teams for their significant contributions in the prior fiscal year. The event was complete with memorable speeches delivered by our executives honoring all winners, live voting for the People’s Choice Awards, and a fun recollection and celebration of the achievements from the year. Plus, special food trucks and lunches for audience members at our facilities.

This year’s winners continued to rise above the challenges that persist with the pandemic and have shown their continued commitment to our customers and our organization.

They’re recognized not only for their outstanding work, but the way in which they work – with inclusion, collaboration, customer-centricity, and social responsibility. In addition to demonstrating our culture drivers of Accountability, Boldness, Authenticity and Excellence.

Congratulations to our winners!

CULTURE DRIVER OF THE YEAR: Sanjay “Jay” Sewnarine

Jay’s boldness brings and idea to reality and always pushes forward. He constantly thinks of ways to reinvent the service and support Brother provides its customers.

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PEOPLE’S CHOICE: Supply Chain Receipt Process Team

Attendees submitted their vote LIVE during our ABODA celebration event. This team worked to make critical improvements to the priority and allocation process for inbound receipt across the entire Supply Chain network.

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PEOPLE’S CHOICE: Marshall Gilvin

Marshall quickly showed himself to be a visible and impactful leader in the Bartlett, Tennessee facility. He displays excellence, integrity and builds effective collaborative relationships within and outside his own team.

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TEAM OF THE YEAR: Pitney Bowes Production Team

Their flexibility and resilience are unmatched. Despite supply chain constraints and unexpected timelines, the team delivered on target and with a great display of collaboration.

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PROJECT OF THE YEAR: Brother Mobile Solutions (BMS) Ecolab Partnership

BMS navigated a large-scale, complex, customized solution for Ecolab, a global leader in hygiene and infection prevention solutions for food safety and sustainable operations.

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INNOVATION OF THE YEAR: Gearmotor Order Process Team

Working innovatively means taking quick action, viewing problems and finding solutions from a new perspective. This cross-functional team implemented new programs and processes to streamline communication and work more efficiently.

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NEW EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR: Paula Watson

Paula acclimated quickly to Brother and took initiative early on. She challenged the status quo, implemented new processes for customers that hadn’t existed prior and executed with professionalism.

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LEADER OF THE YEAR: Reg Speciale

Leaders bring out the best in their teams and others around them. From day one, Reg showed genuine interest in others, their success and she works with contagious enthusiasm.

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ESSENTIAL EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR: Pearl Bracy

Pearl consistently gives 110 percent, working tirelessly to meet and exceed expectations for the team and for customers. She’s focused, growth-oriented, and handles challenges with composure.

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ESSENTIAL EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR: Joe Horton

Joe goes above and beyond what is asked. He raises his hand for more responsibilities, he shows interest in learning new things, and shares his expertise and ideas for the betterment of the team and the organization.

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EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR: Veronica Armstrong

Employee of the year recognizes an individual who has made a significant lasting impact to Brother. Through her work, Veronica boldly stepped up to lead key activities in a software migration project.

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