ETCOG Awards 2023 Employee of the Year

October 3, 2023

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We are excited to announce that the Employee of the Year award goes to Katey Pilgram, who has served with ETCOG for fifteen years in the Transportation division.

 

Katey began her journey at ETCOG in 2008 through a temp agency, getting her start as a Dispatcher. In time, she moved up to Call Center and Technology Supervisor, then manager, and she was last promoted in 2018 to Transit Operations Manager.

 

“Katey is an exceptional professional who takes pride in her work. She always follows through on her assigned tasks and looks for ways to help her colleagues succeed," said ETCOG Executive Director David Cleveland. "She has proven to be a reliable, kind, and encouraging member of the ETCOG Team! We are very fortunate and blessed to have her!”

 

When nominations take place, ETCOG has characteristics to consider.

  • Display a positive attitude, an open mind, and a willingness to make changes
  • Communicate and serve customers/sub-contractors/coworkers effectively and efficiently
  • Perform to the best of his/her ability, giving 110%
  • Recognize and act when a fellow employee needs assistance

 

In our employee of the year nomination ballot, a coworker said, "Katey's embodiment of a positive attitude, open-mindedness, and willingness to make changes has had a profound impact on our organization. She consistently approaches her work with enthusiasm and optimism, inspiring her colleagues to embrace new ideas and adapt to evolving situations. Katey's ability to embrace change and encourage others to do the same has greatly contributed to our success in a rapidly evolving industry."


"I am truly humbled and honored to have been chosen as the ETCOG Employee of the Year. The past 15 years have been an incredible journey filled with growth, learning, and invaluable opportunities. I am grateful for the trust and support of my colleagues and the organization," said Katey.

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