We Love Our Team!

We have so much to be thankful for as an organization. Our team goes above and beyond each and every day and their work in field and behind the scenes is paramount to our success. Here are some notes of gratitude our team members shared about each other.

  • "Jacque Billy is literally the face of AO. She sets the tone and always has a friendly greeting when we arrive and is eager to help any team member in any way. Thanks Jacque!"
  • "Jeanine Bausman is a ray of sunshine at AO. She is a valuable team member and is very eager to help everyone in any way she can. She brings a positive attitude and is the Audrey Hepburn of design!"
  • " Kelly Rankin is willing to do whatever it takes (at whatever time it takes, sometimes 3am) to get the job done."
  • " Patti Long is always ready and willing to help whenever needed! Whether it's CORE issues, training or covering jobs in Northern Virginia!"
  • "Genevieve Holman is great with all of our orders and we often send complicated ones. She takes the initiative to contact us with possible issues prior to sending a PO and will often try to fix issues that are due to system glitches from our vendors. She has even offered to stay little late to help us get hot orders processed. She is a valued partner in our daily work and her efforts are very much appreciated."
  • "Reina Scolarici works hard, is friendly and never complains."
  • "Roderick Cole is on top of his game. I can always count on him to schedule all of my work orders quickly without mistakes. I can tell he takes a lot of pride in his work."
  • "Karina Rodriguez has a great disposition. She's kind, and I like her professionalism as well."
  • "Maggie Ortiz is down to earth, so she's approachable. She's always available for help if any of us have a work related question. She has a great attitude, works hard and always has my back. She's a great worker and human being."
  • "Sara Dechowitz is a great partner to work with and can magically take a kernel of an idea and turn it into a great success. I couldn't do my job without her!"
  • " Derek Krasauskas is an unsung hero! He always handles any problem i throw at him quickly and in a professional manner."
  • "Crystal Washington is ALWAYS helpful and knowledgeable. Without her I couldn't do my job and I know I can count on her to get the job done!"
  • "Michele Holloway is ALWAYS willing to help in any way needed. I know that I can always depend on her to get the job done!"’
  • "Serge Socolar is the most supportive boss I've ever had. I've learned so much from him in my time at AO. He's built an amazing team, and I'm honored to be a part of it!"
  • "Lisa Geiger and Mare Reh both do amazing work, have a positive attitude and it would not be possible for me to do my job without either of them. Yes, I'm submitting two people."
  • "Kristin Stephens is a smart thoughtful project manager who gets the answers and job done."
  • " Julie Howett’s diligent hard work to support me & take care of my customers. She always has a good attitude. Her willingness to do things correctly & solve punch issues in the field. She motivates me spiritually & I love her laugh."
  • "If there was an award for the 'unsung hero', it would be Gary Patterson. He always has a smile on his face and is ready to help out for the good of AO and the good of the client and the project."
  • "Not only is Farlee Wade-Farber a Rock star designer she is incredibly thoughtful, inspiring, caring and kind. She keeps the mood bright even in the most stressful situation. Farlee is an awesome teacher and really enjoys passing along her knowledge to others, the sign of a true leader. Forever thankful of Farlee!"