Positively MFV June 2024
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Compliment Box
Thank you to everyone for submitting compliments and spreading the love for our fellow team members! Check out all the entries below to see if someone gave you a shoutout!
The Compliment Box can be found on www.murphyfamilyventures.com/mymfv. Give your co-workers a shoutout and you could win a $50 gift card! Spread the love and positivity by complimenting your fellow employees whether it was a helpful gesture, a great idea, or anything that simply brightened up your workplace. By submitting, both you and the person you compliment will be entered to win a $50 Walmart gift card each. A set of winners is chosen at random each month. Submissions will be posted on the next edition of Positively MFV so make sure to check back to see if your compliment was featured!
“Anthony Garrett always has a smile on his face. He always makes sure that I was okay, as was everyone else. When it was our turn to work the weekend, he always made it a happy weekend, no matter how hard it was. He could always give you support and can turn a frown upside down to a smile.” - Marvin and Patty McCrery
“I’d like to compliment the Bautista brothers (David, Maynor, & Frendi) and Carlos Chirino for always being positive and encouraging and also Tommy Mott and Thomas Mewborn for their patience and diligence when training our new hires. I appreciate you, fellas!” -James Carr
May Winners
Congratulations to Kristal Batchelor and Chef Charles Rousey from River Landing on winning the compliment box for May! Don't forget to submit your compliment for your chance to win this month.
Kristal said, "On April 12th Charles really showed us we are a team! Not only did he answer phones and take orders, he also sat reservations, ran food, and all around assisted us when we REALLY needed it. I don't think I've had this type of support here at the club since I started."
The North Carolina Youth Outdoor Engagement Commission
The North Carolina Youth Outdoor Engagement Commission hosted its first event, celebrating efforts to promote outdoor activities among the state's youth. As chairman of the commission, Dell Murphy hosted the event at the River Landing Clubhouse. The commission has reached over 280,000 youth in 98 counties and awarded more than $9.1 million in grants to schools and non-profits. MFV is honored to be a part of this initiative providing enriching experiences for North Carolina's kids!
Pork Leadership Council
Congratulations to Recruiter Megan Jensen and Stantonsburg Manager Hannah Jones for being selected for the 2024 Pork Leadership Council! Megan stated, "This year-long program prepares young pork industry professionals for future leadership through sessions in Raleigh and Washington, D.C., focusing on industry knowledge and advocacy. We have three mandatory sessions, including two days in Raleigh learning about the pork industry, the organizations involved, and key issues facing the industry, one day in Raleigh for the General Assembly, where we visit with state leaders in agriculture and legislature, and two days in Washington, D.C., where we visit with a Congressional delegation and learn from the National Pork Producers Council. It is a wonderful program that exposes us to the legislative side of the industry and teaches how to properly advocate for the pork industry. We are both very proud to be part of this year’s program." Congratulations Megan and Hannah!!🎉🌟
Missouri Leadership Training
MFV Training and Development Manager Tomeka Robinson brought a fresh approach to leadership training to our Missouri office. Our Spanish-speaking leaders had a hands-on session, mastering origami techniques to foster effective training methods. The Marshall Sow Farm team participated in an interactive leadership session called "Solve the Rubik’s Cube," a fun and effective way to enhance communication skills and trust.
An Evening in Paris🌟
Our farms in Missouri host "spring flings" yearly to relax and have fun with team members. Their most recent spring event was themed "An Evening in Paris." The food was fantastic and everyone had a great time celebrating!
Birthdays
Marshall Sow Farm recently celebrated two birthdays this month! Marshall Sow Farm Assistant Manager Danni Masterson and Nayeli Joaquin Almendra. Happy Birthday Danni and Nayeli! 🎂
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 - May
Farrow Rate
1st Place: Triumph
2nd Place: Riverfront 1
3rd Place: Riverfront 2
PWSF
1st Place: Pender 1
2nd Place: Riverfront 1
3rd Place: Riverfront 2
Conception Rate
1st Place: Riverfront 1
2nd Place: Riverfront 2
3rd Place: Triumph
Missouri - May
Farrow Rate
1st Place: Sawgrass
2nd Place: Forest Oak
3rd Place: Arrowhead
PWSF
1st Place: Forest Oak
2nd Place: Sweet Springs
3rd Place: Arrowhead
Conception Rate
1st Place: Sawgrass
2nd Place: Wheatrun
3rd Place: Wolfpack
Pender 1 recently celebrated their two scorecard wins for March and April. Congratulations! 🎉🌟
Forest Oak Sow Farm recently celebrated their April scorecard win with a lunch from Iguana Azul. Sow Farm Manager Kena McGhee said, "They have all been working really hard and it shows in their numbers!" Congratulations Forest Oak!
Happy anniversary to all of our employees celebrating in June! 🎉
Larry Matthis | 35 Years
Congratulations to Production Manager Larry Matthis on being with MFV for 35 years!! Director of Production Greg Wulf said, "Larry’s 35 years of dedication and expertise have been and will continue to be the cornerstone of the MFV NC grow/finish production business." Pictured with Larry is Sr. Vice President and Director of Production Mike Wyant, Greg Wulf, Vice President and Director of Support Operations Wen Murphy, and Executive Vice President and COO Jeff Turner.
Maria Pichardo | 30 Years
Congratulations to Maria Pichardo on being with MFV for 30 years! Hairr 1 Manager Chris Leary said, "Ms. Maria is very caring when it comes to baby pigs. She has been at Hairr 1 for 30 years and has learned many new methods for caring for them. Thank you for caring, Ms. Maria." Pictured with Maria is Director of NC Production Greg Wulf, Chris Leary, and Vice President and Director of Support Operations Wen Murphy.
Ben Ball | 25 Years
Congratulations to LNM Specialist Ben Ball on being with MFV for 25 years! Pictured with Ben is Senior Vice President and Director of Production Mike Wyant and MO LNM Manager Kurt Strauch.
Scott Schenker | 25 Years
Congratulations to Ozark East Sow Farm Manager Scott Schenker on being with MFV for 25 years!! Pictured with Scott is Production Manager Joe Oehring, Senior Vice President and Director of Production Mike Wyant, and Senior Productions Manager Doug Tennal.
Andra McKinnie | 20 Years
Congratulations to General Manager for @theinnatriverlanding Andra McKinnie on being with MFV for 20 years! Assistant Director of Hospitality and Administration Mills Bryant said, "Andra has shown her willingness to do whatever is asked of her. Since transitioning from working at the Mad Boar to the hotel, she has grown with MFV within our hospitality businesses. She most recently worked with us during our rebranding of the Holiday Inn Express to the current The Inn at River Landing and is a wonderful manager for her employees and the business. I hope there are many more years with her here."
Pictured with Andra is Director of Hospitality and Club Operations Larry George and Mills Byrant.
Olvin Murrillo Rodriguez | 15 Years
Congratulations to Olvin Murillo Rodriguez from @riverlandingnc Golf Course Maintenance on being with MFV for 15 years! Pictured with Olvin are Director of Hospitality and Club Operations Larry George and Director of Golf Maintenance Chris Humphrey.
Bill Nance | 10 Years
Congratulations to Assistant Golf Professional Bill Nance from @riverlandingnc on being with MFV for 10 years! Director of Hospitality and Club Operations Larry George said, "Bill’s discipline, dedication, and willingness to do whatever it takes as a golf professional has certainly benefited River Landing and myself over his 10-year tenure."
Joel Bohrer | 10 Years
Congratulations to Joel Bohrer from Ozark East Sow Farm breeding department for being with MFV for 10 years! "Joel is a great asset to have on the farm and in his department," said Scott Schenker, Ozark East Sow Farm manager. 🥳
Organizational Announcement
Congratulations to David Granados from Hairr 2 on his promotion to Sow Farm Manager!! David began his journey with MFV in 2020 as a herd technician at Hairr 2 and was then promoted to Head of the Department at Hairr 2. Congratulations David!!
Your Safety is a priority
April Safety Awards
Congratulations to the following departments for staying safe!
Turkey Run - 20 Years
Club Cottages - 9 Years
Enviro Tech 3 Sow - 8 Years
EBW Administration - 8 Years
Clubhouse F/B (FOH) - 8 Years
Clubhouse F/B (FOH) - 8 Years
RL Banquets - 8 Years
The Inn Housekeeping - 7 Years
Ten Mile Sow - 1 Year
Blue Stem Sow - 1 Year
Safety Topic from Mike Brown
Be Prepared - Tornado
Be prepared for any type of severe storm that may occur unannounced! We are talking about TORNADOS which can pop up in a matter of minutes. So let’s look at a few bullet points that should be considered in preparing for such an event:
BE SURE TO ACCOUNT FOR ALL TEAM MEMBERS AND REPORT TO YOUR SUPERVISOR!
Staying Safe in a Tornado
Tornado Response and Recovery
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
Employee Benevolent Fund
Help your employee family by donating to the Employee Benevolent Fund! It supports employees and their families who have endured monetary hardships through unforeseen circumstances such as natural disasters, medical conditions, injury, or death. The fund is 100% supported by the contributions of our employees, so we need you! You can donate money or PTO once you have reached 80 hours. For more information, contact our HR Office at 910-285-1005 or mfvhr@murfam.com.
Online Medical Services: Teladoc
Teladoc is available as a benefit to our employees for online medical services. You will enjoy 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.
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