Strategic's September News and Announcements

Labor Day, September 1

Our offices will be closed on Monday, September 1, in observance of Labor Day. On this day, celebrated each year on the first Monday of September, we honor and recognize the American labor movement and contributions of American workers to the achievements of the United States. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, September 2nd. We wish all our staff a safe and restful weekend. 

Fun Fridays 

They’re back! To help us all push through federal year-end, our Fun Friday themed days are back. Themes will be: Tourist/Beach Fit (September 5th), Zoom Attire (Professional top, PJ bottoms – September 12th), Punny Outfits (Holy Cow, Party Animal – September 19th), Alphabet Challenge (Pick a letter and dress as something that starts with it! – September 26th) 

Working at HQ – meet on the 2nd floor at 4 pm each Friday for a photo opportunity. Whether onsite or remote, our best dressed each week will be eligible for a small prize!

Madeline Klass – “Maddie has been a standout when it comes to employee enablement, bringing a fresh, innovative perspective to everything she touches. She’s always thinking ahead, planning proactively, and making sure the team stays on track with deadlines and deliverables. What really sets her apart is her follow-through—she doesn’t just launch ideas, she sees them through and checks in regularly to keep things moving. Maddie also makes a point to ask for feedback, showing she genuinely cares about continuous improvement and team success. Her forward-thinking approach and reliability make her an incredible asset to the team.” – Steph Hoth 

Sam Deckel – “Sam Deckel has been doing an amazing job when it comes to supporting the team, especially around trade shows. He’s really nailed down what people need to feel prepared and successful, and it shows. Sam’s always thinking ahead, staying on top of things, and making sure nothing falls through the cracks. What stands out most is how he keeps checking in and asking for feedback—he truly wants to make things better for everyone. His thoughtful approach and follow-through make a big difference and don’t go unnoticed.” – Steph Hoth 

Steph Hoth – “The way you’ve been managing and openly sharing your pipeline, especially with other departments including the partner team - is next level. Your transparency and attention to detail has raised the bar and strengthened our credibility with AWS, which is so important to our core partnerships outside of just our JPS ISVs. It makes a real difference, and we appreciate the effort you’ve put in!” – Amanda Brant