Dear Datamax Family,

"Communication works for those who work at it." – Theologian and Author John Powell

John Powell's quote reminds us all that effective communication isn't simply a natural ability. It's a skill that requires discipline, intentionality, and continual growth. Like any habit of excellence, communication improves when we work at it. It begins long before a conversation takes place, and also with how we understand ourselves, how we lead ourselves, and how we build trust with others.

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Celebrating Datamax Birthdays, Anniversaries for August!

Arkansas/Tearkana Anniversaries

(Years at Datamax)

  • Wendell Mastin - 8/1 (43)
  • Sam McCumpsey - 8/1 (15)
  • Lee Wheelington - 8/2 (27)
  • Tim Skurdahl - 8/9 (5)
  • Mikayla Bowles - 8/11 (1)
  • Scott Banks - 8/14 (9)
  • Patsy Guess - 8/19 (7)
  • Jedena Garrett - 8/19 (13)
  • Lindsey Russett - 8/27 (8)
  • Kevin Cole - 9/1 (44)
  • Michael Hinton - 9/3 (12)

Dallas/Fort Worth Anniversaries

(Years at Datamax)

  • Maddison Pita - 8/7 (3)
  • Samantha Morgan - 8/10 (6)
  • Charleston Dawson - 8/11 (1)
  • Jermaine Malone - 8/14 (3)
  • Timothy Williams - 8/14 (9)
  • William Borchardt - 8/21 (3)
  • Michael Hodges - 8/28 (20)
  • Nathanl Davison - 8/29 (4)
  • Mark Mansell - 8/30 (5)
  • David Scott - 9/1 (5)
  • Steve Kennemer - 9/2 (23)

East Texas/Sulphur Springs Anniversaries

(Years at Datamax)

  • Justin Harper - 8/5 (22)
  • Jordan Conley - 8/16 (5)
  • Timothy Sink - 8/18 (29)
  • Josh Williams - 8/18 (1)
  • Jerry Ford - 8/26 (10)
  • Darryl Moseley - 8/30 (5)
  • Bridget Pierce - 9/2 (1)

Saint Louis Anniversaries

(Years at Datamax)

  • Candi Gesch - 8/1 (32)
  • Diane Hendricks - 8/22 (4)

Arkansas/Texarkana Birthdays

  • David Smith - 8/4
  • Steven Burton - 8/4
  • Elizabeth Byrd - 8/7
  • Lacey Nietert - 8/8
  • Scott Banks - 8/10
  • Alice Dehart - 8/11
  • Chris Williams - 8/13
  • Ashley Anderson - 8/15
  • Kim Clark - 8/15
  • Chris Barrett - 8/19
  • William Benson - 8/21
  • Brad Gosney - 8/28

Dallas/Fort Worth Birthdays

  • Nick Roach - 8/4
  • Kelly Beggs - 8/10
  • Jorge Bonilla - 8/23

East Texas/Sulphur Springs Birthdays

  • Robert Baker III - 8/22

Saint Louis Birthdays

  • Danielle Hamby - 8/3
  • Pam Barton - 8/12
  • Aaron Sauer - 8/26
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Brad Burton

Shipping and Receiving, Little Rock

Tell us about your family: Family means everything to Brad. He and his family love sitting around talking to each other.

Hobbies: In his free time, Brad enjoys hanging out with his dogs and ferret.

When you're not at Datamax, what are you a Raving Fan of? When he’s not working, Brad enjoys playing volleyball and gaming.

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Tony Fernandez

Business Process Consultant, Dallas/Fort Worth

Tell us about your family: Tony’s family originates in Costa Rica but moved to the Dallas area in 1999. Tony has an older sister as well. Tony values hard work based on the life that he’s had and by watching his parents

Hometown: Grapevine, TX

Hobbies: Tony’s free time is spent at the gym, watching or playing sports, traveling, and spending time with his family and friends. 

When you're not at Datamax, what are you a Raving Fan of? When Tony isn’t at Datmax, he is watching soccer, basketball or arguing with friends about sports.  

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Monte Martin

Area Sales Manager, Jonesboro

Tell us about your family: Congrats to Monte… he is engaged! They have been together for six years and plan to get married in April 2027. They have two dogs, a cat, and four chickens. They live on an acre and a half with a food garden and multiple flower gardens.

Hobbies: In his free time, Monte enjoys going to the gym. He also likes to run 5ks. He enjoys playing golf with his buddies when he can.

When you're not at Datamax, what are you a Raving Fan of? When he is not working, Monte goes on an annual snow ski trip with his old friends from college. His fiancée has a big antique booth, so they travel on weekends to purchase hard-to-find antiques. He also enjoys playing golf every other weekend when he can squeeze it in.

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Tiffany Phelps

Administration, Tyler

Tell us about your family: Tiffany is a proud mom to an amazing daughter who keeps her life interesting! Family is a huge part of who Tiffany is. She has learned the value of hard work, resilience, and being there for people from her family. 

Hometown: Longview, TX

Hobbies: Tiffany’s hobbies include camping, kayaking, fishing, and anything that gets her outside. She is also working on her degree in cybersecurity!

When you're not at Datamax, what are you a Raving Fan of? She loves spending time with her daughter, her family, and planning her next outdoor adventure. She also enjoys tinkering with technology.