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Brick by Brick.

Building a solid, stable career begins with a strong foundation. True to Datamax Philosophy #5, it’s in our cultural structure to help you achieve a career path with stability. Whether you’re just starting out or have decades of  tenure, it's Datamax's intent to support your professional rise, brick by brick.

- May 2025 -

 

 

Dear Datamax Family,

Structures are built carefully, methodically and intentionally. Every brick has a place. Every brick matters. Bricks, of course, don’t waver in the wind or crumble with slight pressure.

When your company commits to helping you build your career “brick by brick,” they’re offering a foundation that’s meant to last – not something that may disappear during challenging times. 

Barry Simon
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Success by Support.

On the softball field or in the administrative front, East Texas' Jordan Conley embraces the concepts of commitment, performance, and unyielding teammate support. These things matter in both  unanticipated struggles and unequivocal success. 

READ MORE ABOUT JORDAN!

 

 

This month's featured Datamax articles and information.

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Success by Selection: Joe Goodreau approach enables a stable career path from the very start

Brick by brick, “Success by Selection” builds career foundations that last. Learn more about the philosophy behind Right Person, Right Job, Right Relationship.

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Impact by Community Action: Donated machine makes a big splash at Hot Springs' National Park College

Shout out to Emily Wyrick for building rapport in the Hot Springs community and leading the delivery of a donated wide format to National Park College.
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Benefits Brief: PTO, STD Policies made more accessible for first-year Datamax employees

Datamax recognizes the importance of time away from work to relax, enjoy leisure activities, or cover a short-term illness. Click to learn more about the new policy!

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Teaching by Example.

Newly appointed Arkansas Service Manager Chris Williams has been there. He’s done that.
The long-time field service technician teaches by example and earns the trust of his people by
his keen understanding of their role.

At Datamax, we've got even more to rave about.

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Raving Fans: Service Spotlight

William Benson
Little Rock

William Benson Creates Raving Fans wherever he goes: With clients, with fellow field service technicians, and certainly with his manager. For these reasons and many more, William was recently promoted to Service Supervisor in Arkansas.

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Raving Teammates: Employee Spotlight

Mike Stokley
Longview

Doing the job right: It's an old lesson he learned on the farm and by helping his father on routine repair jobs. East Texas technician Mike Stokley literally hasn't ever had to call in for a loaner because, well, he doesn't quit until he gets it done right. 

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Raving Results: Solutions Spotlight

Maddison Pita
Dallas/Fort Worth

Maddison Pita absolutely refused to take a loss when odds were against her with a current Datamax client. She pulled in her colleagues to troubleshoot, and delivered a relevant solution that a Dallas-based church just couldn't refuse.

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Raving Friends: Community Spotlight

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Serve Denton/Lewisville

Team Datamax had an amazing time at “A Night in Old Havana,” a vibrant, high-energy benefit supporting Serve Denton/Serve Lewisville. This organization supports nonprofits its with a shared space to amplify their impact on their community.

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Driven by Empathy.

After 27 + years of tenure at Datamax, Technology Services Delivery Manager Richard Martin's expertise is unquestioned. But it's his empathy that drives his success and fully supports his team. 

READ MORE ABOUT RICHARD ›

 

 

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Brick by brick, their stories are etched in our hearts this Memorial Day. 

Arkansas/Texarkana Anniversaries

(Years at Datamax)

  • Tyler Stracener - 5/1 (2)
  • Tyler Singleterry - 5/8 (2)
  • Keith Cook - 5/10 (4)
  • Charles Williams - 5/13 (6)
  • Craig Robinson - 5/20 (1)
  • Jamie Hughes - 5/21 (7)
  • Roger Mills - 5/24 (32)
  • Rodger Morris - 5/26 (10)
  • David Holzhauer - 5/28 (40)
  • Lizzie Byrd - 5/31 (3)

Dallas/Ft. Worth Anniversaries

(Years at Datamax)

  • Tim Casbeer - 5/1 (2)
  • Julia Richerson - 5/1 (2)
  • Jennifer Edens - 5/6 (12)
  • Jeff Flory - 5/20 (1)
  • Jay Contreras - 6/1 (3)
  • Ashley Villatoro - 6/3 (1)

East Texas/Sulphur Springs Anniversaries

(Years at Datamax)

  • No anniversaries.

Saint Louis Anniversaries

(Years at Datamax)

  • Eliza Poe - 5/13 (1)
  • Arden Toney - 5/19 (4)
  • Judy Wood - 6/3 (29)

Arkansas/Texarkana Birthdays

  • Tim Skurdahl - 5/1
  • Kenneth Miller - 5/6
  • Rhonda Burton - 5/11
  • Tyler Stracener - 5/15
  • Shirley Rouen - 5/15
  • Patsy Guess - 5/27
  • Jeff Presnall - 6/1
  • Todd Ashley - 6/1
  • Ron Nierstheimer - 6/2
  • Blake Phillips - 6/2

Dallas/Fort Worth Birthdays

  • Mark Mansell - 5/1
  • Jennifer Edens - 5/9
  • Jeff Flory - 5/12
  • Timothy Williams - 5/19
  • Eric Szuminski - 5/23
  • Michael Fuller - 5/24
  • Clay Mills - 5/30

East Texas/Sulphur Springs Birthdays

  • Johnny Wetzel - 5/2
  • Michael Johnson - 5/7
  • Kevin Seymour - 5/9
  • Lisa Seale - 5/25
  • Melba Gipson - 6/3

Saint Louis Birthdays

  • Eliza Poe - 5/12
  • Judy Wood - 6/3
  • David Lawson - 6/3

 

"These bricks bear a name, but beneath it lies a nation’s gratitude—for those who laid the foundation of our freedom with courage and sacrifice." - Memorial Day 2025

 

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Simon says ...

The career path you’re building here matters. The stability we strive to offer matters. Your voice in our organization matters. Brick by Brick, we aim to provide you with the stable career path you deserve.” - Barry Simon


Congratulations to our own ENX Magazine Difference Maker for 2025 ... Jeff Walker.  Click to read more.— Barry

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