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Nov 30, 2022
Employee Spotlight: Trann Sneed
Retail Production Worker
Years of service: 18
Please join us in celebrating Trann Sneed our Employee Spotlight Feature. Trann brings such joy to her work and we are so grateful to have her on the team. Trann works in our Norton Shores retail department as a retail production worker. Thank you, Trann, for being such a valuable asset to the team. We are thankful for all you do!
Trann was one of the first employees at that store when it opened in 2004 and is the only original staff member still working at that location. Trann is one of the top textile producers in Goodwill and we have been incredibly fortunate to have her with us for over 18 years. Trann began her career with Goodwill as a program participant, then transitioned into part time, and eventually full time in 2018. When Trann was promoted to full time in 2018, she purchased her first home. You will notice almost immediately when you sit down with Trann the kindness in her eyes. Trann is an inspiration to others and that shows in the friendships she’s kept with former and current Goodwill employees. She said she’s learned so much over the years, and until her role with Goodwill, she never realized the stories that clothes can tell.
When we asked Trann who her greatest inspiration was, she mentioned without hesitation her maternal grandmother, Gertrude Brooks. She said her grandmother was an amazing woman and not a day passes where she doesn’t think of her. Her grandmother would often say that “the work you do will speak for you.” We love that and think that is a great motto to live by. When Trann isn’t at work, she can be found enjoying chocolate, participating in pole fitness, and researching any and all aspects of history.
Success Story: Kaylyn
Kaylyn’s career coach, saw something special about her from the beginning. “Kaylyn has a strong desire to succeed. She's hungry, and once she finds her thing, she'll be a world changer,” Joe said.
“Goodwill placed me in a work experience that was focused on assembly which not only helped me learn to work as a member of a team, but also show me the importance each person on that team,” said Kaylyn.
Employee Spotlight: Jaime Hughes
Jaime brings enthusiasm and an eagerness for learning to her work as accounts payable specialist at our corporate headquarters. Employed at Goodwill for 3 years, Jaime began her career with Goodwill working in our electronics recycling department before transitioning to her current role.
Jaime loves it at Goodwill. “I like the people here. They are very human. I’ve never worked at a place like this before – it’s so great.”
Business Development Director named Innovator of the Year
The annual award recognizes and celebrates the most innovative ideas of the lakeshore area. Nick Carlson championed and coordinated Goodwill’s unique joint-venture partnership with HydroBlox Technologies, a plastics recycling company that manufactures products that aid in stormwater drainage infrastructure.
HydroBlox Technologies and Goodwill Industries of West Michigan announce plastic recycling partnership
“In keeping with Goodwill’s focus on sustainability and the triple-bottom line, we are excited to launch a new business line that diverts landfill-bound plastic, while also providing good-paying jobs,” GIWM President and CEO Jeanette Hoyer said.
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Become a Goodwill VITA volunteer!
Goodwill VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) volunteers provide free tax assistance to low- to moderate-income workers and families eligible for significant state and federal tax credits.
Make a difference! Help working people claim and keep all the refunds they are entitled to.
No accounting experience required! Volunteers receive FREE IRS training and certification.
Flexible hours! You can volunteer for day, evening, and/or Saturday hours in any of our tax-prep sites.
Call 231-722-7871, ext. 8482 for more information.
