2016: A Year in Review

2016: A Year in Review

The snow has fallen, the holidays are behind us and another year is making its exit as we anticipate the start of 2016. It’s difficult to believe it was a year ago already that we wrote our last “Year in Review” blog, but here we are, simultaneously reflecting on the previous year and looking forward to what the new one will bring. As cliche as it may be to mention how important or interesting the previous year has been, 2015 was certainly one of the most eventful and fast-paced times in our company’s 15-year history. We took selfies at ProMat, ran through Downtown Minneapolis at dusk, opened up a new warehouse while welcoming new team members, and continued to cultivate relationships with leaders in the material handling industry. Most importantly, though, we continued to grow both as a team and as individuals. Here’s to a fantastic 2015 and the hope for an even better year ahead.

Promat 2015, featuring the Selfie Stick – March

The selfie stick may have earned a bad rap, but it made for some memorable moments at ProMat 2015.

“Bridging the Generation Gap” presentation with the Pacesetters on behalf of MHEDA – Promat

 

Josh and Linda Join Brian Neuwirth, Eddie Murphy and Adam Wray on a speaking panel on behalf of MHEDA.

Josh Goes to the MHEDA Convention in San Antonio

Josh with a friend he made in the Lone Star State

Al Visits the Team in Pennsylvania – July

Al took the time to fly out to Pennsylvania to spend some valuable time with the crew of the WPRP East Coast division.

Twin Cities Torchlight 5K – July

Linda came out to Minnesota in July to see the MN crew and participate in the Twin Cities Torchlight 5K.

WPRP meets with Crown Lift MN’s Khary Jeffers and Tina Parenteau – July

Josh and Linda enjoyed spending time with the Crown Lift team during Linda’s visit to Minnesota in July.

Acquiring East Stroudsburg Warehouse – August

One of the most exciting and important events of the year was the acquisition of WPRP’s new East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania location.

Welcoming Dale and Rich to the WPRP Team – August

 

You can’t have a fully functioning warehouse without a hard-working, dedicated warehouse team like Rich Wyckoff and Dale Lockard.

United Way Day of Caring – September

The team had a blast volunteering with the United Way for the 2015 Day of Caring.

Jackie Visits MN – September

Jackie flew out to Maple Grove to hang out with the team in the Land of 10,000 Lakes, and enjoyed a company lunch while she was here.

Dave Sewich Joins the WPRP Team

Dave had been with the organization since 2014, but joined the WPRP team officially last October.

Stroudsburg High School Parade float in warehouse- October

In October, we were lucky enough to participate in our East Stroudsburg community by providing a place for Stroudsburg High School sophomores to build their parade float.

East Stroudsburg Ribbon Cutting Ceremony – November

Sure, we opened our doors in August, but no official opening is complete without a ribbon cutting ceremony with the Greater Pocono Chamber of Commerce.

WPRP visits Unex’s new facility in New Jersey and presented on WPRP – November

It might look strictly business, but we have a lot of fun with our fellow material handling pacesetters!

WPRP 2015 Holiday Party – December

The team got into the Christmas spirit with good food and great company.

From the WPRP Team, thank you to everyone who helped make 2015 a great year. Stay tuned for an action-packed 2016, and have a Happy New Year!