Pepsi Center V.I.P.

At work, we are at the tail end of a two year long Dual System Integration project. We have implemented People Soft (ISIS) and Singularity. I was hired a year ago (June 22nd) to lead up the Singularity integration for Financial Aid. Today, the University had a luncheon to appreciate the members of the System Integration Team. It was held at the Ridgeline Restaurant, which is on the V.I.P. level of the Pepsi Center in downtown Denver. I got to ride in the VIP elevator and walk along the VIP hallway where all of the luxury suites are located. At the end of the long walkway, there was a restaurant overlooking Elitch Gardens and the Bronco's Stadium. The gourmet meal provided consisted of Greek themed food (falafel, hummus, couscous, chicken, pita, vegetables, etc). It was tasty and very nice of the University to treat the project team to a special lunch. I was even surprised when they read my name off and had me stand up to be recognized as an important part of the team, along with another member of Operations. My boss even got an award for his leadership in the project. It was a good afternoon and a free lunch in the VIP section of Pepsi Center. I doubt I'll ever get back into that part of the Pepsi Center...so it was nice.

I like places that take the time to appreciate their staff. Everyone likes appreciation. It makes you feel important and loved. It fosters loyalty and team spirit. Not enough work places properly appreciate their employees. It's nice to be at a place that does.