At Wallick, much of 2009 was focused on identifying and initiating programs to improve service delivery to our customers – both property owners and residents. As we move into 2010, we are expanding this effort to include another important group we serve - our employees. With the full intention of making Wallick “a great place to work,” we have launched the Wallick Associate Development Program.

Beginning January 1, we implemented the concept of “associates” companywide. This is a deliberate action to help make everyone who works at Wallick feel that they are partners in our success and that we are all working toward shared goals.

Launching “Wallick University”
To better support our associates’ continued learning and development, we are enhancing and expanding our training program. Now called “Wallick University,” the program will help with the training and education of associates at all levels of the company.

Among the components of Wallick University:

As the year progresses, we’ll be strengthening other portions of the Wallick Associate Development Program, such as implementing innovative changes to our benefits package; and announcing new initiatives like an associate wellness program and customized associate career development plans.

This is one of several mindful and intentional steps underway to help move us from good to great. We will share more of them with you in the months to come.