With team members stationed from Florida to Alaska, our impact can be felt every day for those we serve. In our 2023 fiscal year:
Our team members share our mission of “helping people” every day. Some of their stories are below.
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Theresa Wohlfarth’s journey with Global Connections to Employment (GCE) is a story of perseverance and growth. From starting as a mail clerk and rising through the ranks to become a project manager, Theresa’s dedication and hard work have been inspirational to everyone who knows her. Growing up, Theresa’s disability caused her to struggle in school. […]
For 20 years, Lindsey McGriff has dedicated her career to supporting others and helping the organization grow. Now serving as manager of Quality Systems and Data Analysis for GCE’s parent company, LifeView Group, she oversees audit tracking, policy and procedure management, accreditation preparation and reporting to ensure continuous improvement within the company. Lindsey’s path to […]
Mikala January, project manager for Fort Johnson in Louisiana, consistently exceeds expectations, not only by achieving high scores on her goals but also by stepping up to lead whenever needed. During National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), Mikala motivated her team by rewarding strong attendance, reducing callouts and improving customer service. She also organized teamwide […]
Laura Goodall-Brown, HR-IS manager, has been named Team Member of the Year for LifeView Group, parent company of GCE. Laura plays a crucial role in maintaining the integrity of our team member data and ensuring our HR systems run efficiently. Her dedication and leadership have made a lasting impact on our organization. Laura sought a […]
Liberty Hoekstra, supervisor, has been named Global Connections to Employment (GCE) Team Member of the Year. Liberty joined GCE driven by a deeply personal connection to the mission. Having an older child with autism, she understands the challenges neurodiverse individuals face in finding supportive workplaces. Since joining GCE in 2022, Liberty has embraced her role […]
Liberty Hoekstra, food service supervisor at Eielson Air Force Base, has been named Global Connections to Employment’s Team Member of the Quarter for her compassionate leadership and dedication to her team. Supervising 6–12 team members who serve 600 customers daily, Liberty developed unique ways to show her appreciation through small tokens like keychains, lanyards, and […]
Jennie Butler, benefits coordinator, has been named Team Member of the Quarter for LifeView Group – parent company of GCE – for her exceptional contributions to the annual Health & Welfare (H&W) audit at GCE, our affiliate providing career services for team members with disabilities. Over the past three years, Jennie has progressively taken on […]
Shawn Reeves, Grounds Landscaper on the Lakeview Center main campus in downtown Pensacola has been named Team Member of the Quarter for Global Connections to Employment! Shawn Reeves, Grounds Landscaper on the Lakeview Center main campus in downtown Pensacola has been named Team Member of the Quarter for Global Connections to Employment! Shawn demonstrates compassion […]
Hayli Gourley is the GCE 2023 Team Member of the Year. She was born with a learning disability and worked hard to earn her high school diploma. Her first job was at a hotel, but she longed for teamwork. Today, Hayli is on the food services team at Global Connections to Employment (GCE) in Tacoma, […]
