Born: Cedar Rapids, Iowa and still currently living in Cedar Rapids. Hobbies: RC cars, fishing, and museums. First job: HyVee Career: I have enjoyed being a part of McGrath Why did you want to be an Emerging Leader: To be a better leader and have more confidence! Proud accomplishment: When my son became a Marine. One person you admire: My father, he made Read More »
Meet Emerging Leader Robert Gerst
Born: I was born in Oakville, Iowa and currently live in New London, Iowa. Pets: Two dogs Maggie and Grace. Hobbies: I love to run and spend time with my Grandson. I also enjoy Cardinal baseball and the Hawkeyes. First job: Kennel Assistant, it was very humbling. Career: I worked 15 years as a Mill Supervisor and 10+ years in Automotive. Why did you want to be Read More »
Meet Emerging Leader Samie James
Born: Des Moines and currently live in Cedar Rapids Family/Pets: Married with one dog Eleanor. How did you meet your significant other: We met while we were working together. Hobbies: Theater, exercise, and the outdoors. First job: Chuck E Cheese and I hated it! Most favorite book: My favorite book happens to be the entire Harry Potter series. Something Read More »
February 2020 Difference Maker of the Month
Congratulations to Ben Schmidt from our McGrath Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram on achieving the Difference Maker of the Month Award! Every month, two company managers review all submissions from reviews, surveys and nominations that we receive to determine who will be awarded the “Difference Maker” of the month! "First major winter storm hits. Roads are ice covered. Read More »
McGrath Women’s Network
This past month, some of our ladies from the McGrath Women's Network were able to attend the Corridor Women Connect's Workshop. They were able to hear from Jo Miller on how they can up their leadership game. March Events For the month of March, the McGrath Women will be focusing on paying it forward. They will have the option to do a kindness counts challenge. Read More »
January Happenings
We hope 2020 is off to a good start for you! In January, we were able to celebrate our company wide Holiday party and plan for a great new year! During our Holiday party, we celebrate not only our success from the past year, but we recognize others who have gone above and beyond, years of loyalty, and of course we also have a bunch of fun! This years entertainment was Read More »
Meet Emerging Leader Ben Davis
Born: Cedar Rapids and currently live in Marion Family: Mom, Dad, younger brother, and younger sister Hobbies: Reading, biking, motorcycling, card games, running, and cooking. First job: I was a bicycle technician at Northtowne Cycling and Fitness. It was a great first job to learn mechanical skills and the staff were great to work with. Career: I've been working Read More »
Meet Emerging Leader Samantha Balk
Born: Dubuque, Iowa and lives in La Motte, Iowa. Family/Pets: My parents are Rick & Heidi Balk and I have two brothers and sister in laws. I also have a nephew Beau and a niece Quinn. Hobbies: I enjoy watching movies/TV shows, spending time with my family, the Chicago Cubs, country music, and I enjoy watching Supercross/Motocross. Why did you want to become an Read More »
December Happenings!
We hope you had a fantastic holiday season and we are excited for what 2020 will bring! Enjoy looking through some of our events and happenings over the past month. We would also like to send out a huge congrats to those that received promotions! Events December was spent celebrating the holidays and the end of an amazing 2019. Enjoy some of our holiday pictures. We Read More »
Meet Emerging Leader Morgan Neil
Born: Fairfield, Iowa and currently lives in Marion. Family/Pets: I have 3 sisters, 1 brother, and my dog. Hobbies: I love to play soccer, baseball, spend time with friends, and travel. Why did you want to become an emerging leader: Being a part of the future of McGrath, better leadership qualities, to grow with the company. Something about you that would surprise Read More »
