Positively MFV December 2023

Dec 11

Feeling Thankful at MFV

This time of year we like to reflect on what we’re thankful for. Check out what some of our employees submitted for this year’s MFV Thankful Giveaway! Congratulations to this year’s winner, Chris Davis!

Being able to work with a lot of great people in a beautiful place and doing what I love to do. These guys really put in the extra effort on Wednesday, before the rain came to get community ready for Thanksgiving! We are blessed!
**-Chris Randall, River Landing Landscape**

*This year, I am thankful for my children and the extra time I've been able to spend with them the last couple months.*
**-Danni Masterson, Marshall Sow Farm**

*After his May 21st accident, we are thankful we still have our son with us.*
**-Chris Davis, Information Services**

*Every Thanksgiving, I go to Ohio, and I am thankful for the time I get to spend with my family. We go see Christmas lights at the zoo every year, called Wild Lights.*
**-Carmen Weeks, Marketing**

I'm thankful for the birth of my new baby, William! He was born on May 25, 2023, and has brought so much joy, laughter, and love into my life. Myles and I are grateful that we will be able to share all of our favorite Thanksgiving and Christmas traditions with him as he grows! I shared two pictures because I think he's just so stinkin' cute:)
**-Lauren Teachy, River Landing POA**

I am so thankful for my cat, Baby, who keeps me company. He’s a 2-year-old Bombay, is super playful, and loves to cuddle and watch birds on YouTube. Proud cat mom! I’m also grateful for my team! They work so hard all year round and we never forget to have fun at the same time.
**-Morgan Jones, Marketing**

I am thankful first for the wonderful 38 years that I had to spend with my mom before her unexpected passing on November 1st. The second is that her working for Murphy's and taking care of her for almost 18 years kind of helped my brother and myself become employees for a wonderful group of people. Murphy's family showed what a work family means at her passing, and they helped in any way they could. So yes, I'm thankful, but also blessed!
**-Brendle Murray, Maintenance NC**

The things that I am thankful for are my life, health, and strength. I’m thankful that I’m in my right mind and am able to get up and go to work. I’m thankful for my Murphy Family Ventures for hiring me and I’m thankful for the working in a safe environment. I’m thankful for my 2 kids and very thankful for my mother.

**-Shenita Whitley, Hotel Room Operations**

I’m so thankful for my children! I get to raise my children in a small town, surrounded by family and friends. God bless the USA! (from left to right: Anna Townsend Carter, Savannah Smith, and my daughter, Angelina Cavallaro).
**-Tavia Cavallaro, Information Services**

I am grateful, thankful, and very blessed for my family! We enjoy spending family time together on all holidays. We love road-tripping and singing gospel bluegrass while in the car. My favorite recipe is homemade noodles.
**-Brenda Ford, Maintenance MO**

Why am I thankful? I am thankful for God allowing me to remain here because, after a terrible car accident, home problems, then on top of all the crazy, cancer took me by surprise during COVID of all things. That was in 2019remained when I started my fight with cancer! The first round of cancer treatment was a failure. I ended up being able to go back to work only tomorrow, and later that day I would have to go to another doctor. I was referred to UNC and given a team of doctors to work very closely with me. I then started to receive an immunotherapy treatment. The immunotherapy treatment was a success, but they wanted me to go to a stem cell transplant. The cell transplant was a suwhomI remain in the hospital for 11 days and then at the Secu House for about two weeks. I remained cancer-free for almost a year, and suddenly, on May 9, 2022,. I ended up in the hospital, which made UNC scan me. After scanning me, they found out the cancer had returned. So once again, my doctor prepared me for stem cell treatment. Once again, we ran into a problem, which made a lot of my donors not compatible. But my doctor worked hard to push me to the top of the car T Transplant. I continue to work and knew that I would go out of work somewhere between September and October. I started to prepare myself mentally and physically to once again go to treatment. I continue to work and finally left transplant. I continue to work and knew that I would go out of work somewhere between September and October. I started to prepare myself mentally and physically to once again go to treatment. I continue to work and finally left a week earlier than expected a week earlier. But I must say that I am thankful and so glad to have a great team at Murphy Family Venture‘s. I cannot thank Mrs. Kim, Miss Rhonda, and Mrs. Debbie (who I will miss greatly) for all that they have done for me. Newton Carter, whom I will miss greatly) for all who never gave up on me and kept my spot open for me, and Pack Sow Farm. That is what I am thankful for, and I owe everything to my Lord and Savior. Amen.

-Desiree Cromartie, NC Pack

Serving Generosity on Thanksgiving

Shoutout to the staff at the River Landing Clubhouse for serving over 200 members, family, and guests on Thanksgiving day!! 👏👏

Getting In the Christmas Spirit! 🎄

Christmas time is here at MFV!! Last week, the teams at both the MFV Corporate Office and River Landing Administration embraced the holiday spirit by setting up Christmas trees. A special shoutout to Olive Branch for decorating the River Landing Admin tree!

Birthday Celebrations 🎂

Enviro Tech 1 recently celebrated Andres Sanchez Guzman's birthday. Happy Birthday Andres!! 🎉

Scorecard Winners

Each month our sow farms participate in healthy competition in an effort to reward the highest levels of productivity. This is measured in three areas, farrowing rate, pigs weaned, and conception rate/RTU. Each of the winning teams receives a catered meal of their choice.

North Carolina - November

Farrow Rate

1st Place: Triumph

2nd Place: Riverfront 1

3rd Place: Hairr 1

PWSF

1st Place: Hairr 2

2nd Place: Wolf

3rd Place: Pender 1

Conception Rate

1st Place: Riverfront 1

2nd Place: Pack

3rd Place: Enviro 1

Missouri - November

Farrow Rate

1st Place: Chestnut

2nd Place: Sawgrass

3rd Place: Springview

PWSF

1st Place: Sweet Springs

2nd Place: Wolfpack

3rd Place: Eaglesnest

Conception Rate

1st Place: Sawgrass

2nd Place: Springview

3rd Place: Arrowhead

Organizational Announcements

Congratulations to Ashlyn Gagne and Bryan Black on their recent promotions! 🎉👏 Ashlyn is the new manager at Enviro Tech 1. Pictured with Ashlyn is her former manager Riley Pickett, Enviro Tech 1 manager. Bryan is now a farm manager at Mag 2 Sow Farm! He has been with MFV for 7 years and started in the breeding department at Taylors Bridge. We wish you both the best of luck in your new roles!

Celebrating Employee Anniversaries

**Kris Hairr - 30 Years**
Congratulations to Kris Hairr, manager of Peters Creek Sow Farm, on 30 years of dedicated service with MFV. Fun fact, she's the only manager this farm has had since it was built! Pictured with her is Director of NC Production Greg Wulf and President and CEO Dell Murphy. Also, she loves art as demonstrated by the company logo on the dry-erase board.

**Lumetta Williams- 25 ye**
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Congratulations to farm manager Lumetta Williams from Spearman Broiler Farm on 25 years with MFV! Poultry Production Manager Justin Watson stated, “Lulu has navigated many diverse roles, from her lengthy tenure in various swine departments to her current leadership role as farm manager of the Spearman broiler farm. Lulu’s journey exemplifies dedication and expertise that continue to enrich our company.” Pictured with her is Poultry Production Manager Justin Watson, Director of NC Production Greg Wulf, and Vice President and NC Support Operation Manager Wen Murphy.

**Dawn Sprye - 20 Years**
Congratulations to ASC Coordinator and Executive Assistant Dawn Sprye from River Landing on 20 years with MFV! "Dawn has been instrumental in every Club and real estate event we have had. She has overseen the application process and presentation of over 400 homes in River Landing. Dawn is always so willing to help with anything asked of her," says Stephanie Durner Director of Community Operations and Corporate Communications.

**Elman Cruz Martinez - 20 Years**
Congratulations to Elman Cruz Martinez from Mag 2 on being with MFV for 20 years! Her previous manager, now recruiter Megan Jensen, commented, "Mrs. Elman is normally one of the first employees at the farm most days, and she is ready to work! All of the years she has worked with the company have made her a great asset to the farm. The farrowing department wouldn’t be the same without her." Pictured with Cruz Elman is Vice President and Director of Support Operations, Wen Murphy.

**Jamie Flynn - 15 years**
Congratulations to Jamie Flynn, Twister Hill HOD, on receiving his 15-year service award! Presenting him with this award is Leo Summer, Twister Hill Farm manager.

**Michael Smith - 10 Years**
Congratulations to Michael Smith from the maintenance department at Turner Sow Farm for 10 years with MFV! Presenting Michael with his award is Ellis Costin, Turner Sow Farm Manager.

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**Karen Ortega - 10 Years**
Congratulations to Karen Ortega from NC Pack on her 10 years of dedicated service with MFV! Production manager Mark Spearman said, "Karen is dedicated and hardworking. We are so glad to have her on our team."

your safety is a priority!

Congratulations to the following departments for staying safe!

November Safety Awards

Clubhouse Housekeeping - 14 Years

Peters Creek Sow - 10 Years

The Inn Breakfast Bar - 8 Years

Thunder Chicken Poultry - 6 Years

Spearman Poultry - 6 Years

Forest Oak Sow - 5 Years

Turner Chicken Ranch - 2 Years

December Safety Awards

Human Resources NC - 19 Years

Human Resources MO - 19 years

NC Information Systems - 19 Years

MFV Family Accounting - 19 Years

MFV Administration - 19 Years

Missouri Facilities - 19 Years

Missouri Production - 19 Years

RL POA - 19 Years

RL Marketing - 19 Years

RL Sales - 19 Years

RL Security - 19 Years

MO Information Systems - 19 Years

NC Production - 19 Years

Hairr 1 LNM - 19 Years

Hairr 2 LNM - 19 Years

Turner LNM - 19 Years

Ironside Poultry - 6 Years

Turner Sow - 3 Years

Marshall Sow - 2 Years

Holiday Safety Tips From Mike Brown

Holidays are a time to gather and fellowship with family and friends. We need to always remember to keep safety in mind in our holiday plans. No matter if you are decorating, cooking, driving, or just relaxing, be sure to focus on remaining safe!

Plan your events ahead of schedule
Check all decorative electrical components to ensure they are safe
If you are traveling during the holidays, get plenty of rest before your trip
Eat plenty of food, but focus on healthy selections
Ensure your smoke detectors are in good working order
Never leave a fire, candle, or cooking unattended
Always shut off any decorative electrical components if you plan to leave your home

MFV Referral Bonus Program

Get paid **up to $600** for referring your friends and family to work at Murphy Family Ventures with our **Referral Bonus Program!**
**Speak with your local HR representatives**
**for more information.**
NC: 910-285-1005 | MO: 417-677-7337
*mfvhr@murfam.com*

Employee Benevolent Fund

Online Medical Services Available Through Teladoc

Effective 12/01/2022 we are now using Teladoc for online medical services instead of MD Live. You will still enjoy the same services for a $10 copay for non-emergency conditions. Click here for more information.

Employee Discounts

Grab your next lunch from Mad Boar Restaurant & Pub and Village Subs or visit Bill Carone Cars for all your vehicle needs. Don’t forget, all employees get a 10% discount at both restaurants, 10% off car repairs, and $500 off a new or used car.