On October 29, Kelly Fox hosted a luncheon in honor of the FY24 recipients of the Operations, Finance, & Support Operational Excellence and Excellence in Customer Service awards.
The following teams were recognized for their award-winning work.
FY 2024 Operational Excellence Award
The Budget Transformation Team received the Operational Excellence Award for FY24 for their strong commitment to operational excellence. Throughout the project, they prioritized collaboration and engaged with stakeholders across campus to shape a budget model that will meet Rice’s needs for years to come.
- Alexis Melendez
- Armi Cahoy
- Donna Gilberg
- Gerilyn Gordon
- Josh Sosa
- Kathleen Fabiny
- Keaton Kinstley
- Kevin Yuen
- Pamela Marut
- Roxie Woodward
Excellence in Customer Service Awards for FY 2024
HR’s Talent Acquisition Team earned the Excellence in Customer Service Award for FY24’s Spring Semester for their excellent work on the Hiring Collaboration Hub—a guided, collaborative approach to enhance the hiring process. The Hub offers managers and administrators a space to share ideas, address challenges, and access resources, enhancing the experience for hiring teams and applicants alike.
- Ally Slaughter
- Diana Garcia Acero
- Michelle Potoczniak
- Wiley Bennett
Donna Gilberg received the FY24 Summer Semester Excellence in Customer Service Award. Donna’s deep expertise and commitment to assisting colleagues, even amidst a demanding workload, embodies the best of the division's customer service values.
Visit the OF&S Employee Recognition page to learn more about the different award categories and their nomination details.