Tony LaBona, 36, of Stanton, Kentucky, was not just looking for an opportunity to be successful, but to also work for a company committed to giving its employees the tools to be successful.
He found that – and more – at Pearl Interactive Network.
LaBona, a senior supervisor for the company’s new Winchester, Kentucky facility, said it didn’t take long to buy into the concept after hearing President and CEO Merry Korn share her passion about the work Pearl employees do.
“She said, ‘It’s not about us being successful; it’s about giving our employees the opportunity to be successful,’” LaBona recalls. “I wanted to be a part of that.”
LaBona served 10 years in the United States Army in the Military Police unit, including a 14-month deployment in Iraq. He has worked in various management positions since he left the Army eight years ago. In his current position, LaBona oversees the coaching and development of front line employees as well as mentoring supervisors.
“I’ve never worked for an organization like Pearl,” LaBona said. “The mission of this organization is evident at all levels, and we work diligently every day to ensure that all of our employees know the work they are doing is appreciated and meaningful.”
Pearl Interactive Network, based out of Columbus, Ohio, is currently filling 300 positions at its Winchester, Kentucky facility. The jobs are permanent full-time positions, starting at $10.50 an hour, with a family-friendly Monday-Friday work schedule and 100% paid health insurance.
“The schedule alone is a great benefit,” LaBona, the father of five children, said. “We strive to let our associates know that their family is a top priority.”
In addition to the work schedule, employees get 10 holidays off and paid time off.
“We want our employees to know that they are the centerpiece of our success,” said Merry Korn, president and CEO of Pearl. “Our goal is to promote a culture of learning and growth, and we want our organization to be known for a place people want to be.”