Saturday, October 2, 2010

New to the Front Desk....

Melissa Jiminez brings her bright smile and perky personality to the Grande Villas as our newest Front Desk Associate. Melissa, who is originally from New Jersey, is currently studying international studies at the University of North Florida. When not at work, you can find her spending time at the beach, but don’t let her love of the sun fool you. She still holds onto her northern roots by cheering for the New York Giants and, of course, the Yankees!



Grande Villas has also taken in an “exchange” associate! Diane Brooks has come to join our team during the renovations of Casa Del Mar in Ormond Beach. Diane has worked in the hospitality industry for years working at resorts, cruise ships, restaurants and even as a stewardess! Originally from New Zealand, Diane likes to stay in shape by walking and working out and has a talent for needlepoint.



Let’s welcome these two to the Grande Villas Family!

Showing off our GREEN side!


The Colorful Ways to Play theme for the month of September was "Going Green" and boy were we excited! There was just one problem, we were already green, and so we couldn't "go" anywhere! Instead, we decided to show it off. All of the employees wore pins with messages about what we do to stay green everyday and ways to help. By sharing facts like "We recycle paper, glass, plastic and cardboard and have recycling bins in each building" as well as "We reduce waste and water usage by having a linen reuse program" we are not only informing everyone of what we do, we are also giving them the knowledge of how!

Over Labor Day Weekend, we had a "Save the Swamps" party where guests had the chance to participate in fun and eco-friendly games as well as dance and let loose!