Paul Ayers, animal care manager at The Maschhoffs, has been named the 2024 Core Values Award winner for his outstanding commitment to the company. Since 2011, The Maschhoffs annually recognize an employee who has displayed the company core values through key business decisions and leadership actions.
“The company core values are how The Maschhoffs operate, collaborate and identify,” The Maschhoffs said in a release.
The below set of values serve as an authentic reflection of the company culture and define how employees collaborate with one another, care for the animals, engage with the community and serve customers, the company said.
1. Relationship: Our employees and partners are foundational to our family, business, and we are committed to their safety and success.
2. Stewardship: We believe in the preservation of the family farm and our natural resources, and care deeply about our animals and the environment.
3. Service: We strive to exceed customer expectations and positively impact our communities.
4. Progress: We will improve daily through our dedication to building and implementing knowledge while operating with a disciplined approach.
“Paul Ayers is a dedicated member of the Maschhoff team for nearly 15 years. He exemplifies our core values through his unwavering commitment to excellence,” Amy Maschhoff, director of health at The Maschhoffs, said in a release.
As a leader, Ayers has adapted seamlessly to changing directives and initiatives within the company, demonstrating his versatility and creativity. His steadfast focus on upholding the highest standards in animal care and welfare has been instrumental in ensuring our company’s success, even amidst organizational shifts. In addition, his proactive approach to embracing new responsibilities, such as managing sustainability reports and system improvements, showcases his innovative thinking and dedication to progress, the release said.
“His ability to foster strong relationships both internally and externally, coupled with his continual pursuit of improvement, makes him a deserving candidate for the Core Values Award,” Maschhoff added.
Ayers partnered with others across the business to bring to life a celebration of our efforts around sustainability and best practices in the stewardship of our resources. As if this weren’t enough, he kept up with his day job as animal care manager and found time to dedicate to sharing his passion and knowledge at industry events.
Teri Foster, vice president of people and culture at The Maschhoffs, Said Ayers is a shining example of what it means to live the company’s core values.
“Everything Paul does is through the lens of helping people be better stewards of our animals and the business,” Foster said.
