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At SHARE Foundation’s Annual Employee Meetings, Britney Snell, President and CEO, announced the “Linda Stringfellow Spirit of SHARE” Award winners for 2025.

 

The “Spirit of SHARE” Award was created in 2004 to recognize employees of SHARE Foundation who go above and beyond their everyday duties. In 2017, the award was renamed in honor of retiring SHARE President/COO Linda Stringfellow to the “Linda Stringfellow Spirit of SHARE” Award.  Employees who have been with SHARE for at least one year are eligible with the exception of the President/CEO.

Nominees are made by fellow SHARE employees and are evaluated on their willingness to go the extra mile, as well as their compassion, loyalty, responsibility, and integrity toward their co-workers, patients, and members. An anonymous committee of the SHARE Foundation Board reviews the nominations and makes the selections.

 

This year there were two finalists and one overall winner.  Both finalists received an engraved award and an extra day of paid vacation.  The winner received an engraved plaque and an additional week of paid vacation.

 

The following comments are from the nomination forms. The finalists in no particular order:

 

Richard is consistent and goes above and beyond in everything he does. He always greets members with genuine enthusiasm and a bright smile, creating a welcoming and positive environment for everyone he encounters. His dedication, uplifting attitude and willingness to help at any moment truly embodies the spirit of SHARE. His commitment to excellence and his heartfelt support of both members and colleagues make him exceptionally deserving of this recognition.

Guadalupe or ‘Lupe’ Byrd, HealthWorks Fitness Center’s Front Desk Lead

Lupe is the nicest person! She's professional, kind, friendly, adaptable, reliable, and so much more. Each time I visit HFC, she greets me with a smile and says hello. I think she recalls something about every single member at HW. She is an amazing worker and person. She has stepped up and assisted employees from existing to new employees. She is a joy to be around. She loves HW and you can tell she enjoys her job and everyone she works with. Just a radiant personality! Congratulations Lupe Byrd.

 

The overall 2025 Linda Stringfellow Spirit of SHARE Award winner – Warren West, the Director of Operations & HealthWorks Fitness Center General Manager.  Those who nominated Warren said, “He goes above and beyond to make everything work well. He came in being a team player, helping where he can. Always smiling and reassuring you not to hesitate to call him if needed. To me that’s what Linda Stringfellow Spirit is all about!”

 

“He takes pride in his work, holds all of employees accountable, and is always willing to help and is available to answer any questions or concerns. He is a great leader and team player!!”

 

“He consistently demonstrates what true leadership looks like in action. He leads with integrity, humility, and a genuine commitment to the success of the team. He does not simply manage operations; he invests in people. He creates an environment where employees feel supported, valued, and challenged to grow. His leadership style reflects accountability, teamwork, and a deep respect for every individual’s role within the organization. What sets him apart is his willingness to step in wherever needed. He leads by example, whether that means solving complex operational challenges or helping on the floor during busy moments. He does not ask anything of his team that he is not willing to do himself. That consistency builds trust. Under his leadership, our workplace culture has strengthened.”

 

Congratulations to the 2025 Linda Stringfellow Spirit of SHARE award winners.