American....Behind the (Green) Scenes

Do you ever wonder what goes on behind the scenes here at American?.......

If so, you have come to the right place! American is a family and this blog is our way of sharing our family with yours.

Don't get me wrong-we love to tell you about our community events and educate you on all things recycling and disposal...but what about us?

That's right: me, my associates in the office, the drivers, the helpers, our managers and supervisors, outgoing salesmen and women; all of our committed employees that make up the ADS family. Letting you get to know us is one of the most important reasons we started The Green Scene, after all.

Well, today's blog lets you read the November issue of our internal monthly news letter, the Daily Dumpster.

For over 5 years American has been writing and designing this vibrant publication for all our employees. It covers recent events (both in the office and in the community), as well as safety tips, anniversaries, employee of the month articles and much more.

Printed and digital copies are available to all of us, and now, by clicking the link below, the digital copy is available to you to you too!

The Daily Dumpster-November 2013

We truly hope it lets you see the American family through our own eyes.


From our family to yours, thanks for reading!

6th (1/2!) Annual Customer Appreciation Classic Golf Tournament

 If at first you don’t succeed…..GOLF, GOLF again!

 

…at least that was the mantra of golfers in American’s 6 (1/2!) Annual Customer Appreciation Classic Golf Tournament.

 

A little rain never hurt anyone right? Well if you were playing in American’s 6^th annual Customer Appreciation Classic Golf Tournament, you might disagree (at least when it comes to hurting your golf game!).

American has been hosting our Annual Customer Appreciation Golf Tournament for the last six years to raise money for charity, and celebrate our valued customers. This year, American Disposal held its tournament at the Country Club of Fairfax, with all proceeds going to the American Cancer Society.

 

 

The original tournament was held on October 7th, but it didn’t take long for the tropical storm that was making its way up the coast to find us teeing off.

Though we braced for the weather; both American Disposal Services and the golf course thought we could still hold the tournament without the storms interfering…however we were proven wrong (and moreover) powerless by Mother Nature and the storms. 

District Sales Manager, Robyn Harter makes rainproof use of one of our recycling box liner bags



 

After playing just two holes, our golfers experienced torrential rain and blustering winds. Tournament coordinators and the staff at the Country Club of Fairfax were forced to call the game on account of the weather.

But you can’t keep American and our customers down! With so much golf left to play, we jumped at the opportunity to hold a make-up date for the tournament!

 

On October 28th, over 90% of the golfers who had come to the original game, returned for a beautiful day (perfect golf weather, filled with sunshine) to play in the 6 (and a half!) Annual Customer Appreciation Golf Tournament. 

Denise Swinsky shows off her acrobatic skills



It was a true testament to the relationship American Disposal has with our customers and sponsors that most of our attendees came back and joined us for the make-up date.

 

Fun was had by all as we golfed, enjoyed some games, enjoyed the company, and after a long day; relaxed together for a delicious dinner in the lovely Country Club of Fairfax’s banquet room.

 

Although our raffle prizes were announced at the initial (rather soggy) tournament, we were still able to award prizes to our longest drive and closest to the pin winners, as well as winners of the tournament itself.

At the end of the day we were all dry and happy; and American is proud to announce that together we raised $1,857.00 for the American Cancer Society!

We want to take one more opportunity to thank all our sponsors and customers for making this event possible by being such great sports and such wonderful company in both rain AND shine….until next year!