News & Events

February 1, 2008

ACCC Employee Honored for Outstanding Service - Receptionist Deb
Greshik Recognized for Efficiency and Empathy

She welcomes visitors and employees with a smile and helpful information, and the Anne Carlsen Center for Children receptionist truly shines when it comes to customer service.

Deb Greshik was recognized on Jan. 24, 2008, at the 77th Annual Jamestown Area Chamber of Commerce Awards Banquet.  Greshik received the Customer Service Award in November 2007 but was formally recognized, along with the other recipients throughout 2007, at the banquet in January.

“It’s important that the first person you see when you enter the Center embodies the center’s values,” says Dan Howell, the CEO of Anne Carlsen Center for Children. “Deb is warm, compassionate and caring, and she makes a person feel at ease.”

ACCC Foundation Planned Giving Specialist, Shelley Nannenga, nominated Greshik for the award.

“I observed Deb many times,” she explains. “I noticed the way she facilitates her job and goes above and beyond in a caring and informative way. She never complains. There are so many extra things she does. She provides wonderful customer service.”

Greshik has been employed by ACCC for the last eight years. She says she was overwhelmed when she first learned that she was a recipient of the award.

“It was a humbling experience,” she recalls. “I was very, very surprised when I received the award. I pride myself in knowing exactly what’s going on and keeping it all running in a smooth fashion. So when all of a sudden the (Chamber of Commerce) Ambassadors staring coming up to the front office and kept coming, I kept thinking, ‘Who forgot to tell me what’s going on'"?

Greshik says she believes strongly in the ACCC mission to love and empower children and young adults. She adds that she was honored to get to know Dr. Anne Carlsen, the Center's namesake. When Greshik was employed by the James River Senior Center (now the James River Community Center), she looked forward to Dr. Anne's visits to play bridge.

“She was a very gracious lady,” Greshik remembers. “She wore a beautiful shawl that I would help her with.”

Despite being born with partial arms and legs, Dr. Anne overcame her disability and became an inspiration to thousands. She passed away in 2002, leaving behind a rich legacy.

Greshik is honored to help carry on the tradition of excellence in service. She especially enjoys her role at Anne Carlsen Center for Children.

“I am a people person,” she admits. “I enjoy being with people, especially the children.”