Plant Manager Eric Richeson is constantly monitoring the workplace culture at Hope Timber. He recognizes that the work is difficult and demanding and that it takes more than “just showing up” to get the job done. Eric, with the help of supervisor Ralph Blankenship, recently recognized individuals who they feel are leaders in exhibiting effort and a positive attitude. Those individuals are:
- Jairo Velaques – Building 1 Repair
- Jesse Moore – Building 2 Saw Shop
- Scott Goddard – Building 4 Forklift Forklift
- Neil Ives – Building 4 Forklift
- Bill Miller – Building 4 Second Shift Forklift
- Brett Jaycox – Building 5 Mixed Repair
- Robby Laughlin – Building 6 Forklift
- Joe Stewart – Building 6 Builder
- Chris Hughes – Building 6 Builder
- Josh Woodruff – Dock Grind Operator

What Drives Your Effort and Attitude Every Day?
When asked what keeps them motivated through the demands of their daily work, our award winners shared powerful insights into their personal drive. Here is some of what inspires our team to show up and give 100% every day:
“Provide for my family and I am a team with my coworkers, the environment makes it easy to keep going”
“There is no time to let down”
“Show thanks for what I have and the team I work with”
“I need to stay motivated to meet my goals”
“Control stress and lean on faith”
“Attack the work everyday”
“Take advantage of opportunity and make money!”
“Gotta do what you gotta do”
“Remember where I was but keep focused on where I am going”
Building a Stronger Team Together
Effort and attitude form the true foundation of success. Hope Timber extends a sincere thank you to these award winners and to all of our employees who work hard every single day to meet the high demands of our industry while building strong, supportive relationships with their teammates. Your dedication is what keeps us moving forward!


