When we put out the call for nominations for your favorite SysAdmins, we thought we would get a couple of suggestions and that would be that. To say we were surprised is an understatement. Clearly, SysAdmins deserve recognition, and we could not be more thankful for all those who shared their nominations. Thank you!
As today is the “single greatest 24 hours on the planet,” we’re thrilled to announce the winners of who you nominated as their favorite SysAdmin.
Winner One: Preston Metts, IT Field Support Specialist
Preston was nominated by a co-worker. In his colleague’s words, “Preston has consistently demonstrated exceptional dedication,expertise, and professionalism in his role as a system administrator. Here are some key reasons why I believe he is deserving of this recognition:
• TechnicalExpertise: possesses an outstanding depth of knowledge in system administration, consistently staying updated with the latest technologies and best practices. His ability to troubleshoot complex issues and implement effective solutions has been invaluable to our team.
• Proactive Problem Solver: He has a proactive approach to identifying potential issues before they escalate.
Winner Two: Jamerson Vincent, System Administrator
Jamerson was nominated by a former colleague. In his former colleague’s words, “I’d like to nominate Jamerson for SysAdmin Day! Jamerson was the unsung hero of our IT team, always going above and beyond to ensure our network ran smoothly and efficiently. Whether it was troubleshooting issues at midnight or implementing crucial security updates, his dedication and expertise keep everything running without a hitch. Thank you, Jamerson, for all your hard work and commitment!”
Winner Three: Paul Karvetski, System Administrator
Paul was nominated by a colleague. In his colleague’s words,“A huge shoutout to Paul on SysAdmin Day! Paul’s exceptional skills and tireless efforts ensure our systems are secure, our applications are always up and running, and our data remains protected from any threats. His proactive approach, coupled with an incredible knack for resolving even the most complex issues, makes Paul an irreplaceable asset to our team. Paul’s commitment often goes unnoticed, but today we want to give you the recognition you truly deserve. Thank you, Paul, for your unwavering commitment and outstanding work!”
To say “Thank You” in our way, we will be sending a HYCU Care Package chalk full of great HYCU Swag. We would suggest you do something for the SysAdmins in your life that make things easy for you each and every day. A few suggestions follow:
- Cake & Ice cream
- Pizza
- Cards
- Gifts
- Words of gratitude
- Custom t-shirts celebrating the epic greatness of your SysAdmin
- Balloons
- Confetti
There are so many reasons to celebrate today. As our SVP Global Marketing mentioned in an industry roundup of executive voices on VMblog:
"System administrators are the unsung heroes powering our digital world and ensuring that we all are able to do the work we do daily.Their tireless efforts behind the scenes keep our networks running, our data secure, and our businesses operational and resilient. On this SysAdmin Appreciation Day, we salute their expertise, dedication, and round-the-clock commitment to excellence. Today's modern enterprise simply couldn't function without the invaluable work of these skilled professionals."
So enjoy today! And, thank you to all the System Administrators out there! Today is your day!
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