What the KAI Partners Team is Thankful for in 2017

This year I am most thankful for the wonderful pack members that our family lost, Emma and Sera. Emma was the most loving companion, almost delicate in how she walked and carried herself. The irony is that she was also the baddest fighter in the pack! Sera was kind of a loveable space cadet. She always turned left, wasn’t altogether there, and was very loving. Funny thing was that she was also able to climb on a table if she thought there was food available! All of our animals are special, but I’m thankful for my time with these two and hope they are truly in a better place. – David Kendall, President & CEO

I'm grateful for the opportunity (and honor) to help drive change within our company, our client relationships, and community at large—every day. Thank you, David Kendall and the rest of my KAI compatriots. – Stephen Alfano, Executive Consultant – Marketing/Communications

I am thankful for the incredible human spirit which was demonstrated again and again this past year by compassionate, caring people who reached out with helping hands and hearts to those who were impacted by floods, fires, hurricanes, and other tragic events. I am thankful to know that through these incredible acts of kindness, together, we will rise strong. – Debbie Blagsvedt, Executive Consultant – Change Management

I am thankful for the blessings that come with having family and friends close during the holidays to celebrate the joys of the season. – Terry Daffin, Executive Consultant – Project Management

I am thankful that just over four years ago I made the jump to KAI Partners—best decision EVER! I am also thankful to work with a great staff and co-workers. Working with people I like is a bonus beyond money! – Angela Darchuk, Administrative Services Manager

I am thankful for so many things personal, domestic and professional—too many blessings to list. But if I have to single one out, it would be my amazing wife and sons who make me feel loved, proud and happy every day, and prove how wonderful a role model my dearly departed dad was to me. Wishing all a nurturing Thanksgiving. – David Dickstein, Executive Consultant – Communications

I'm thankful that my children are happy and healthy. I'm grateful to have my husband's love and support. Thankful for family and friends. Happy to have a team of people to work with that are positive and smart. Thankful to have food on the table and a roof over us. Thankful to live in a place that is protected from war. Glad my kids are in excellent schools. I could go on and on. – Rechael Garcia, Executive Consultant – Training

I am thankful for my core group of friends I have had since childhood. It is a very special place to be when we all get together to celebrate or support one another. I am thankful for KAI Partners and the opportunities afforded me through working for such a great organization. I am most thankful for my new little puppy Finn—he has already brought such joy to our lives. – Paula Grose, Executive Consultant – Data Management

I am a blessed man. Any challenges I may face are easily overcome through the love of friends and family, the support of a great team, and an abundant faith in the future. I am grateful for all that I have and hope to always appreciate the abundant joy life has to offer. – Ryan Hatcher, Executive Consultant – Communications

I am thankful for to work for a company that has sincere compassion and supports humanitarian work efforts. As well I am most thankful for my health, my friends and family, especially my KAI Partners family! – Denise Larcade, Executive Consultant – Change Management

I am grateful for so many amazing opportunities we have here in America. So many people are not so blessed. I am able to have an amazing job, work with people I like, I am able to care for myself and my family, we are far safer than many other places and can make my own choices. – Elizabeth Long, Executive Consultant – Change Management & Training

I am thankful for those who not only embrace my geekery, but those who encourage and celebrate it as well! I am thankful that I have an amazing boss and coworkers whom I call friends! I am thankful that God always has a plan, even if it’s not mine. – Dr. Melissa McManus, SHRM-CP

I'm thankful for all of the new adventures, both personal and professional, that I have experienced this year. New friends and colleagues, new ways of thinking about familiar things, and setting the groundwork for new traditions! A truly extraordinary year! – Judi Phelps, Executive Consultant – Medi-Cal SME

I am thankful to be back in California, living in beautiful home state filled with sunshine, hiking, and family. – Sarah Walsh, Executive Consultant – Communications