Chartering Our Path Forward: A Message from the President to Begin the New Year
As the year comes to a close, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to our clients, vendors, subcontractors, and team members. Your support, partnership, and dedication have been instrumental to our success this year. Together, we’ve accomplished great things, and we look forward to building on these achievements in the year ahead. Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful holiday season and a prosperous New Year! Thank you for being a valued part of our journey.
– Euleta Alston, President
A Sweet Surprise!
Last week, our team came together to celebrate an exciting milestone for our wonderful colleague, Asheton. In a heartwarming surprise baby shower, we shared laughter, well-wishes, and adorable baby gifts to help Ashton prepare for the arrival of her little bundle of joy. Little did we know, but a very few short days later, Baby Boy Brenton made his arrival! We can’t wait to meet the newest member of the family. Congratulations, Asheton!
Project Highlight: Serving the Great City of Greenville
We are proud to partner with the City of Greenville, providing top-tier janitorial services for clean, healthy environments, including the newly renovated Halton Rd. facility. Our team is committed to service excellence, reliability, and community – and we deeply value the opportunity to support our great city’s facilities. We appreciate them entrusting us with keeping their spaces pristine.
During the winter months, it is important to stay aware of our workspaces, surroundings, and health due to the added risks of cold weather, snow, and ice. Winter maintenance and snow removal can be a daunting and dangerous task if the proper plans are not in place.
Additionally, It is important to remain vigilant about illnesses that spread easier in winter. Always remember to wash your hands, avoid touching your face, wear a face mask to keep yourself and others safe, clean surfaces with disinfectant wipes, and consider getting vaccinated.
One of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s most inspiring quotes is:
“Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?’”
This quote embodies Dr. King’s commitment to justice, equity, and service, which profoundly impacts minority-owned businesses, like US&S, today.
Significance of Dr. King’s Work for Minority-Owned Businesses
1. Advocacy for Economic Justice:
Dr. King championed equal economic opportunities, particularly in his later years, such as during the Poor People’s Campaign. His efforts laid the groundwork for programs and policies that promote access to capital, fair employment, and entrepreneurship for historically marginalized communities.
2. Civil Rights Movement Legacy:
By breaking down racial barriers through the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965, Dr. King helped create a society where minorities could more easily pursue education, financial independence, and business ownership. These legal protections were pivotal in enabling a fairer marketplace.
3. Inspiration for Resilience and Innovation:
Minority-owned businesses today often face systemic challenges. Dr. King’s example of perseverance against adversity inspires entrepreneurs to remain resilient and innovative as they build successful enterprises.
4. Focus on Community Building:
Dr. King’s vision emphasized collective progress. Many minority-owned businesses are not only succeeding economically but are also uplifting their communities by creating jobs, mentoring, and contributing to social change.
Through his life’s work, Dr. King made it possible for more inclusive economic systems where minority entrepreneurs have the chance to thrive and shape the future.
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