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Employee Highlight - Ralph Jenkins

Meet our employee, Ralph Jenkins

Hometown: Washington, DC

Tell us a little about yourself: In my spare time, I enjoy cooking, watching TV, traveling, shooting pool as a sport, competitive bowling with friends, and spending quality time with family.  I also have a love for pets, especially my Schnauzer named Allison a.k.a “Allie”.  

Years at UBT: I've spent the last 11 years in the position of UBT DC Field Technician servicing customers in the DC area providing top-notch customer service.  

Position at UBT: UB DC Field Technician

What do you like most about working at UBT: I enjoy working with the fun, outgoing, and diverse staff at UBT as well as what UBT has to offer for promotional opportunities for their staff.  My continual drive to have a deep tech industry knowledge has proven my reputation for the company as well as embracing the company’s core values, goals, integrity, innovation, and growth. I continue to maintain a professional style for myself as I continue to develop in my career goals, personal interest, and the need to help and serve UBT customers.  My commitment to lead and focus on long-term goals as well as my career success makes me a professional role model and mentor for UBT.
 

 

                                                                                                                                                       

 

Employee Highlight - Byron Beckwith

Meet our employee, Byron Beckwith

Hometown: Gaithersburg, MD

Tell us a little about yourself: Blessed with 3 adult children and 7 grandchildren.

Years at UBT: 10 Years

Position at UBT: Dispatcher

What do you like most about working at UBT: The people that I work with and how we value our customers.

Interesting Fact: I enjoy attending church, cooking, spending a lot time with family (especially my grandchildren), golfing and being on the beach.                                                                                                                                                           

 

 

Employee Highlight - John Dayton

Meet our employee, John Dayton

Hometown: Hagerstown, MD

Tell us a little about yourself: I live in Hagerstown Maryland with my wife Katie and 17 year old daughter Kayleigh. My son AJ will begin this fall as a Junior at Frostburg. I have lived in Maryland all of my adult life, with time spent in Damascus, Poolesville, Germantown, New Market, and Frederick. My life is filled with many hobbies, as I keep snakes, I have fenced and coached fencing competitively, I have also been playing bass guitar for many years.

Years at UBT: I have worked at UBT for a total of 8 years.

Position at UBT: Smart Print Coordinator/ITT payables/Fax Com Admin (2012 Operations Employee of the Year)

What do you like most about working at UBT: I really enjoy the great people who work for this company. Everyone works hard, but are so much fun to be around.

Interesting Fact: I lead a group to successfully change the laws of Frederick, MD to allow small flocks of backyard chickens. I was in the newspaper, on the radio, and on TV for it.

 

 

Employee Highlight - Mike Braun

Meet our employee, Mike Braun

Hometown: Rockville, Maryland

Tell us a little about yourself: Originally from Rockville, Maryland.  I spent much of the late 90's and early 2000's living in Laramie, Wyoming where I went to school for broadcasting. I now live in Gaithersburg, Maryland with my girlfriend Sherri and my cat Luna. I have an extensive DVD and CD collection, mostly acquired from when I worked at Tower Records. 

Years at UBT: 10 Years

Position at UBT: Warehouse Shipping and Receiving

What do you like most about working at UBT: Payday and Wednesday donuts...just kidding. Everybody at UBT - from the owner on down.  Everyone is very down to earth and approachable and are willing to lend a hand if you need it.

Interesting Fact: On the weekends I work at a used and antiquarian bookstore where, on any given day, I am just as likely to handle last year's bestsellers as I am a 500-year-old manuscript.

 

 

 

Employee Highlight - Katherine Bauer

Meet our employee, Katherine Bauer

Hometown: Bloomfield Hills, MI (Metro Detroit)

Tell us a little about yourself: I moved to Virginia with my husband and our dog, Blue in 2013.  Since moving here, I have been told I have an accent (which I still don’t believe) and often get asked if I am from Minnesota.  I have a twin brother that is 13 minutes older than me.  I am a huge hockey fan and a diehard Red Wings fan.  My husband and I enjoy camping from early spring to late fall.  

Years at UBT: 4 Years

Position at UBT: Project Manager

What do you like most about working at UBT: What I like most about working at UBT is how much I have grown personally, as well as professionally.  I have enjoyed the challenges and rewards of working in several facets of the company: reception, finance, product trainer and now project manager.  I have learned so much about UBT and have made many friends along the way.  I am grateful for the opportunity to expand my knowledge and increase my skillset.

Interesting Fact: I can start a campfire with just one match and birch bark thanks to working as a Camp Counselor during my summer breaks while in college. 

 

Employee Highlight - Natalee Olah

Meet our employee, Natalee Olah

Hometown: Bel Air, MD

Tell us a little about yourself: I graduated from WVU in 2016 with a degree in Information Systems and started working at UBT the month after. I just moved to Virginia and am enjoying being minutes from DC. I love to keep a busy schedule filled with trips and events planned with friends and family. 

Years at UBT: Almost 2 years

Position at UBT: Account Executive

What do you like most about working at UBT: Having the ability to talk to different kinds of people on a daily basis. 

Interesting Fact: I’ve visited 20 different cities in 12 foreign countries while studying abroad in London. 

 

Employee Highlight - Drema Henderson

Meet our employee, Drema Henderson

Hometown: Remlik, Virginia (home of the Urbanna Oyster Festival)  a small country town below Tappahannock in Virginia 

Tell us a little about yourself: I have lived in Maryland for 28 years and moved here for work.  Just recently got married again (7 months ago) to Robert who I have known for over 13 years. I am a mother of a sophomore honor student in college (my pride and joy) and have known Armen, Dale and Doris for over 28 years. I enjoy reading and spending time with my family and friends when I am not trying to get  in my exercise. :)  I enjoy learning new things and setting challenges and goals for myself to meet or overcome.

Years at UBT: 5 Years

Position at UBT: Executive Administrative Assistant

What do you like most about working at UBT: The people make it fun and enjoyable.  We are all a big happy family!

Interesting Fact: I started out my career as a copier technician andwas hired by Mike Stilwell in 1989.  I originally worked on copiers for about 5 years.

 

Employee Highlight - Emmanuel Mensah

Meet our employee, Emmanuel Mensah

Hometown: South Riding, VA

Tell us a little about yourself: I've worked for UBT since coming from Accra, Ghana. I have a wonderful family that includes a graduate in Cybersecurity, a Pre-Med student, United States Marine, High Schooler and  Elementary Schooler.  I enjoy mentoring the youth as a High School Soccer and Basketball coach. 

Years at UBT: 18 Years

Position at UBT: Technical Service Representative

What do you like most about working at UBT: I enjoy working at UBT learning about the different types of machines and customers.  UBT provides the necessary parts to repair the machines which allows me to provide our customers with quality services.  It puts a smile on my face when I am able to help and learn more about my customers.

Interesting Fact: Semi-Pro Soccer Player for Ghana National Team

 

Employee Highlight - Sharon Brent

Meet our employee, Sharon Brent

Hometown: Frederick, MD

Tell us a little about yourself: I began working at UBT a little over 9 years ago as the VA Contracts Representative.  I’ve enjoyed the challenges faced in a busy office and fortunate enough to work with the best in the business.  I am proud of my accomplishments and strive to learn more each day. I believe with hard work and perseverance you can achieve anything you set your mind to accomplish.

Years at UBT: 9

Position at UBT: Contracts Billing Manager

What do you like most about working at UBT: It’s humbling to work for a company that is passionate about community service and encourages our participation. The family like atmosphere is unique to UBT and I believe what encourages their employees to excel at the highest levels.

Interesting Fact: I am a science nerd but even more than that I love to slip on my ballet shoes and dance away my stress. 

 

Employee Highlight - David Sheehan

Meet our employee, David Sheehan

Hometown: Urbana, Maryland

Tell us a little about yourself: I am the father of 3 boys aging in range from 9 to 21 years old.  My oldest son is a Corporal in the United States Marine Corps.  I am also a middle school school basketball and football coach for over 10 years.

Years at UBT: 5.5

Position at UBT: Service and Move Coordinator (2014 Operations Employee of the Year)

What do you like most about working at UBT: UBT treats all employees like family and takes care of us very well. 

Interesting Fact: I volunteer and mentor at the county recreation department. 

 

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