Former professional football player Rich Garza is integral to AM Technical Solutions (AM) by serving as our dedicated chaplain. Rich cares for the spiritual needs of employees to support them throughout their work days and daily lives.
To personalize his support, Rich took a trip to our Arizona location to visit multiple teams on the ground. Team members eagerly anticipated the opportunity to meet the person behind the comforting voice that supported them through various challenges.
For many employees, this visit also represented an opportunity to express their heartfelt thanks to Rich for the guidance and reassurance they received during tough times.
Rich’s presence brought tremendous energy to the teams, making a significant impact on everyone he met. His visit went beyond putting a face to a name, as it solidified a bond that had been formed through phone calls and messages of hope. The excitement surrounding his visit was infectious, with team members grateful for the insights they gained from his presence.
The Heart of the Visit: Rich Garza’s Profound Impact
During his stay in Arizona, Rich spoke during multiple hands-on meetings and walked the facilities to understand the workplace environment. During the gatherings, Rich shared valuable lessons that sparked conversations and discussions about how to support each other professionally and personally.
Rich’s willingness to listen, share, and provide support during each planned session or informal exchange helped strengthen the team’s cohesion, emphasizing the importance of a supportive and understanding work environment.
Many team members took Rich on a field trip to showcase the operational areas and potential risks, enhancing his understanding of the challenges they face on the job site. This experience provided Rich with a visual context that will enrich his prayers for the team’s safety, making his spiritual support even more meaningful.
Rich left the team with a powerful message: “You are not born a winner or a loser. You are born a chooser.” This statement encapsulated the essence of his visit – the importance of making choices that reflect the company’s values and aspirations.
Rich’s time in Arizona reinforced the idea that each team member is responsible for creating a supportive environment through humility, gratitude, and proper choices. By doing what’s right for each other, customers, and the company, each individual can create a more cohesive team.
“The impact of Rich Garza’s site visit will be felt for weeks, months, and years to come,” says Matt Codi, Site Manager. “Rich facilitated a renewed sense of unity, reminding the teams of the importance of coming together and supporting one another. The excitement for Rich’s visit and his overall availability to support the teams in Arizona captures the value of having a dedicated chaplain in our company.”
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