Another year has come and gone, and we are now celebrating the holidays at WorkBright. Here are some highlights from 2020. We were able to:
- Snag a spot on Outside Magazine’s 50 Best Places To Work In 2020.
- Deploy some amazing features, including our new Remote I-9 verification software.
- Add several people to our team across many of our departments.
- Collaborate with several companies to host webinars (like our back to business series) and interview on podcasts.
- Release a new eBook all about remote onboarding best practices.
We are so proud of our accomplishments this year! Our WorkBright pets have had a ball being our official officemates since March. Today, we wanted to shine a light on our WorkBright pets that make us happy every day. We hope that you have a wonderful holiday season!
1) Aspen: Chief Relaxation Officer
Here’s what Ben had to say about Aspen:
“Aspen is a rambunctious two-year-old poodle mix that loves humans, long games of fetch, and will do anything for a snack. She spends her days napping on her mom’s pillow, playing with her best friend next door named Eggs, and guarding her house from mail-bearing intruders. She also spends a lot of time in the bath since her fur is a mud & mulch magnet!”
2) Atom: VP Of Quality Control
Here are a few words that Gina shared about Atom:
“Atom is a sheepdoodle that LOVES his family. He is also very into quality control of what we eat – he likes to sample everything just to make sure that our food is of good quality. 🙂 He carries around a BIG stuffed animal that we refer to as his baby. If we ask where his baby is, he goes and finds it. He’s just an overall amazing dog!”
3) Barry: Head Of Mail Security
Here’s what Chapelle had to share about Barry:
“Barry is our crazy boy. Always getting in trouble, chewing up slippers, toys, anything he can get his hands on – we call him Dennis the Menace. But for all his naughty behavior, he also has the biggest heart making sure to never miss bedtime for the kiddos and giving all the love to each family member.”
4) Izzy: Resident Weatherdog
Here’s what Patrick had to share about Izzy:
“Izzy is a 10-year-old long-haired chihuahua. She was born in Texas, so she doesn’t love the winter weather here in Colorado very much, but her fluffy white coat helps keep her warm. She mostly likes to keep to herself but will entertain new friends when necessary. Her favorite human snack is grilled chicken, and every time we grill, she knows where to find it.”
5) Kingston: Director Of Counter-Intelligence
Brian shared the following about Kingston:
“Kingston Cornelius Fuzzy Wubble Fabio Eisemann: Chaser of birds, balls, and mice. Yard watchman, announcer of news. Fearless family defender from moose, coyotes, and bears. Non-shedding mess maker. Shotgun riding, food thieving, loud yawning, pillow loving, couch surfer. Fence jumping, bringer of fuzzy over-exuberance.”
6) Kuyper: Chief Fetch Officer
Here’s what Connor shared about Kuyper:
“Kuyper is named after an old Dutch Theologian. While he was given a very stoic name, he is a total goof who loves people TOO much. Like he cannot calm down when he interacts with people. His favorite hobby is playing fetch. He is very good at getting the ball but not so great at being it back. He is a year and a half old.”
7) Larry: Director Of Siestas
Chapelle shared the following about Larry:
“Larry is our big boy who doesn’t ask for much and doesn’t give much. He pretty much does his own thing, which is much needed in our crazy house with 2 dogs and 2 kids under 3! He’s always down for a good snuggle, though, if you can handle all 80 lbs of love sitting on top of you like a lap dog.”
8) Lyra: Cuddling Coordinator
Here’s what Sara had to share about Lyra:
“Lyra is just a little baby at 10 weeks old! Recently rescued here in CO! She’s so sweet and so cuddly! She loves cuddling up to me and falling asleep in my lap while I’m working! Lyra has the floppiest ears and softest pink pot belly! She truly makes my life so much better. I don’t know what I did without her before?!”
11) Moose: VP Of Goofball Operations
Here’s what Mark had to say about Moose:
“Moosey is the sweetest goofball. Always charging forward to an unknown finish line where there is no prize to be won. A bit nervous around new people and dogs, but once you’re in, he’s all love.”
9) Ollie: Senior Meeting Planner
Here are a few fun facts about Ollie shared by Tracy:
- Does not understand social distancing.
- Is big on sharing office space.
- Makes sure I don’t forget to take regular breaks.
- Will sit with a baby carrot balanced on her nose without moving until I say ok (literally minutes on end.)
- Is a true catdog who sits on ledges, desks, lands on feet, balances on hind legs, but plays fetch and happily greets everyone with her tongue out and a wagging tail.
10) Penny: VP Of Scratch Therapy
Here’s what Dan had to share about Penny:
“Penny is the life of the family… part Golden Retriever and part English Shepherd… she loves being with people and keeping the herd in close. Penny particularly likes her daily walks and cuddling by our feet. She has this funny tendency to walk backward toward you because the place she likes being scratched best is right above her tail. And if you scratch her back there, she’ll be your best friend for life!”
12) Woodruff: Associate President Of Cuteness
Here’s what our CEO David had to share about Woodruff:
“Woodruff is a pandemic puppy that we got a few months ago. Named after Judy Woodruff, the PBS Anchor as she has been in our living room each evening through COVID. He is a total love bug and just wants to cuddle all day long.”