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Posted November 9, 2024

Wright Honors Employee Milestones

Wright has announced the winners of its 2024 service and achievement awards.  


Wright Tool Terry Taylor
Wright unveiled its annual service and achievement awards. Above, Terry Taylor was recognized for 55 years of service to Wright. Below, Walt Powers was honored for his 40 years of dedication to the company.
Wright Walt Powers

The service and achievement awards are designed to reward and honor those employees for their years of service to Wright Tool.

Every year, Wright commemorates its employees for their years of service, recognizing their hard work and dedication that contribute to the company’s success.

Celebrations begin at five years of service and continue in five-year increments, highlighting individual achievements while promoting appreciation among the entire Wright team.

Wright acknowledged four employees celebrating five years of service, four employees celebrating 10 years of service, one employee celebrating 40 years of service and one employee celebrating 55 years of service.

This year, Wright introduced honoring milestones with its manufacturing representatives including Michael DeJohn Sales and CSV Marketing.

Those Wright employees who were honored are:

  • Will Bazela, 5 years
  • Austin Elliott, 5 years
  • Christina Johnson, 5 years
  • Cory McClain 5 years
  • Alex Bowman, 10 years
  • Donald Fortney II, 10 years
  • Jason Phillips, 10 years
  • Steve Richards, 10 years
  • Walt Powers, 40 years
  • Terry Taylor, 55 years

“This year is especially remarkable as we celebrate Terry Taylor’s 55 years of service and Walt Powers’ 40 years,” said Tom Futey, president, and co-owner of Wright. “Both Terry and Walt’s unwavering commitment have been instrumental in upholding our tradition of crafting top-quality tools here in Barberton and serving customers worldwide.”

He noted that Wright’s legacy is built on the dedication of past and current employees, as well as its reps and their commitment to the industry.                                                                                  

Wright proudly honored Michael DeJohn Sales and CSV Marketing for their years of dedicated service. Michael DeJohn Sales received recognition for 55 years of service, with Anthony DiGianni and Craig DiGianni accepting the award. CSV Marketing was honored for 30 years of service, with Bill Via and Beck Oberholtzer accepting the award.

“This is the first year we are recognizing our manufacturing representatives as they’re an integral part in Wright’s success,” Futey said. “Their dedication and hard work contribute significantly to our growth and innovation in the industry.”

Partnering with SNAPPY, Wright employees were able to go online and choose a gift as appreciation for their service and loyalty to the company.

Wright Tool
Wright has announced the winners of its 2024 service and achievement awards.

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