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Richard Allen Inc’s National Conference Recap

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Before COVID-19, we found ourselves traveling twice a year, just for our industry’s national conferences alone. While the world was forced to pause, things have safely begun to start back up in the last year, and Richard Allen Inc could not be more grateful that we could experience the conference and all its magic again. This year, we packed our bags, grabbed our tickets, and flew to Dallas, TX, to reconnect with our colleagues! After time away from moments like these, it really helps put into perspective how meaningful they are. Today, we want to recap our trip experience and share the best highlights!

“You’re aiming for a feeling, not a goal.”

– Melissa White 

After our travels, we landed in good ‘ol Dallas and couldn’t wait to soak up all this experience had to offer. We got to our hotel, settled in, suited up, and began socializing with others. After a nice meal and many laughs, it was time to get some rest and let the event roll the following morning! 

First up, we attended General Session. This is where thousands of individuals across the country, with the same goals and vision in mind, came together to feel the excitement of the next few days ahead! After some hyped-up music, dancing, and public speakers, we were more energized than ever. From there, we took a nice lunch break, networked with colleagues, and got ready to head to one of many informational breakout sessions. We also enjoyed the leader’s panels, where professionals in our industry shared advice and answered helpful questions about their success. These are the best learning experiences!

Breakout sessions are each led by various leaders in the industry, shining a light on topics to help with our professional development. These are typically intimate gatherings where we can ask our mentors questions, pick their brains, and soak up their wisdom to bring back home with us.

“Work harder on yourself than your job.”

– Holly Clark 

Not only do we gather together to sharpen our saws, but we also get to celebrate the achievements of our teammates and peers from the past year. When you work hard, you get rewarded, and it feels good to be acknowledged among those who share similar goals!

One of our favorite parts of the event was the awards dinner. Imagine a black tie affair theme paired with fine dining, wonderful music, and people you’ve been waiting to see! On an even larger scale, during this evening, industry leaders welcomed individuals on the stage who have met exceptional company goals, earning themselves a great bonus!

Overall, this experience is one we’ll always remember. There’s nothing better than quality time with your teammates, exploring a new city, and basking in your hard-earned accomplishments. We can truly say that we do what we love, and we love what we do here at Richard Allen Inc. To keep up with our travel updates, be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel!

Being the Best Version of You Amid a Pandemic​

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“When I was a boy, and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, ‘Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.’”

               In high-stress situations, an individual will do one of two things. They will either rise to the challenge or fail. Here at Richard Allen Inc, we aren’t big fans of failure. So, instead of allowing the COVID-19 pandemic to defeat us, we stepped up and began focusing more on self-development than ever. Being the best version of yourself is not an easy feat, and it requires self-discipline and sacrifice. These past 2 years have been trying, but when we look at our team members’ resilience, we know that once this crisis has subsided, we will be stronger than we were when it began. To help you all find your balance in this chaotic world we are currently living in, we are sharing three pieces of crucial advice!

               Focus on what you can control. There is no point in wasting valuable time focusing on things that are out of your control. We had no power over the order to go into quarantine. Instead of stressing about this, we temporarily shut our office doors and moved all our training and developmental meetings online. You see, over the years, we have learned that there is always a workaround. If we can’t meet up as a team face-to-face, then we’ll utilize Zoom! When you focus on what you CAN control, you are more likely to stay grounded and committed. 

               When you begin to struggle, as you inevitably will, seek support. Here at Richard Allen Inc, we believe that thriving through a pandemic is a team effort, and although your mentor has never dealt with a challenge like this before, they are comfortable in high-stress situations. Allow them to be in your corner throughout this crisis. Success, in the best of times, is a team effort. Why would things be any different now? Your people care about you and want to help; let them! Being the best version of yourself is knowing when to release the reins and let someone else guide you for a while.

               We know this may be strange to hear, but our last piece of advice is to be grateful. You are healthy, and that is what matters at the end of the day. We are living in an uncertain and scary world right now. You must look for the silver lining. Tomorrow is a new day, and who knows what it will bring. Don’t focus one hundred percent on your worries. Instead, think of all of the things going great for you and how the next 24 hours could bring even more triumphs!               When this pandemic first landed in the United States, we didn’t know what to expect. Even now, we realize that we have no idea how long we will be battling this virus. However, for our team here at Richard Allen Inc, we refuse to allow things out of our control to hold us back. We are focusing on becoming the best versions of ourselves, and in time, we know that our dedication to our growth will pay off!

Creating Success From Within: Meet Rachael Villacais

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At Richard Allen Inc., we believe that the pillars to our success are the incredible team members we meet along the way. One of those team members, Rachael Villacis, joined us in December of 2018 and quickly made a name for herself as a strong and encouraging leader. This month, we sat down with her to discuss the road that brought her here and what she sees in her future.

Where are you from?

“I was born in Boston, Massachusetts. However, I was raised in Queens, NY. All I really know is of New York, so I guess you would have to consider me a true New Yorker.”

What brought you to the Richard Allen team?

“I learned about the company while I was looking for more opportunity for growth on Indeed and Monster.”

What do you see in your future at this company?

“With this company, I see my career developing towards my personal goals. I’m on my way to becoming an assistant manager and helping our client oversee a new office location much sooner than I was expecting. This company consists of an amazing management team and colleagues who truly work to help each other grow and achieve goals.”

What do you find most challenging in your work?

“One of my personal challenges would have to be that I sometimes self-doubt what I’m capable of doing. However, what I’ve learned within the company is to empower myself and overcome this crippling mindset. Most of all, I see how much I’ve learned when it comes to negotiating and strategizing with clients.”

What has been your proudest moment in life so far?

“My proudest moment would have to be graduating college with my children in the audience, showing them that with a dream and will, all things are possible. My proudest moments in the office would be every time I see a team member that I helped develop and train get promoted.”

If you could learn to do one thing, what would it be?

“If I could learn to do anything, I would love to learn how to speak multiple languages! It would make life much simpler.”

What would you do if you won the lottery?

“If I won the lottery, I would pay off all my debt, invest in multiple properties, stocks, and bonds. I would also love to assist my friends and family to set them up for life.”

What has been the greatest life-changing experience for you?

“Having my son at 22. Adulting switched the gears in my life.”

What would you tell your 13-year-old self if you could?

“I would have most likely told my 13-year-old self, ‘don’t worry about what others think or say, be you’.”

How do you define success?

“I’ve come to realize that my definition of success keeps evolving as I get older. However, I would have to say having financial freedom and to have the freedom to enjoy my family and travel. To be able to help others grow. “

Who inspires you?

“My mother is the person I admire the most. She ran a household of 6 children while running a business at the same time.”

What are you passionate about?

“I’m passionate about helping others develop and grow, and of course, my family.”

Rachael Villacis has brought so many things to the Richard Allen culture- humor, drive, encouragement, and vision. As for her advice to others, Villacais says, “the best advice I can give is to have a strong work ethic, a great positive attitude, and a student mentality. Keep your eye on the prize — my greatest motivation to get up in the morning and work is my boys, as well about the people and opportunities in the work.”

 

Introducing Kenny Ramirez: Assistant Manager

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Here at Richard Allen Inc, we value our team members and leaders just as much as our clients. This month we had the pleasure of sitting down with our dedicated assistant manager, Kenny Ramirez, to talk business, growth, and success.

Kenny Ramirez was born in the Bronx, moving to Middletown after 10 years. As a kid, Ramirez’s parents would have described him as a quiet kid. “I minded my own business,” says Ramirez, “I wanted nothing but to play baseball and get good grades- I was a total nerd jock.” Looking back, Ramirez remembers that competitive environment as a major source of personal growth. “I played baseball my whole life,” says Ramirez, “I had the opportunity to play in the pros. It really showed me the meaning of teamwork and how to be there for your guys no matter what, as well as how to set an example each and every day.”

All of us can look back on life experiences that have shaped us into who we are today. For Ramirez, that experience runs deep. “My father was shot in the line of duty as an NYPD officer,” says Ramirez, “that really changed me because I felt so fortunate that he was okay. Once that happened, I realized that nothing in this life is promised and I have to treat each and every day like it was my last. That means to put 100% into everything and enjoy what life throws at you.”

Before joining the Richard Allen team, Ramirez worked as a substitute teacher, and a director for the Boys and Girls Club of America. On February 1st of 2018, Ramirez started his journey with the company. “I was hesitant about the opportunity at first,” says Ramirez, “but I thought it through and believed that I would be able to succeed regardless of any questions I had, so I took a shot and really fell in love with it. The interview process really jumped out at me because it was so fun.”

As for the culture, the assistant manager has only glowing remarks. “The culture is so great, not only because of the people around me, but because of the energy and positivity they bring each and every day.”

Contrary to popular belief, even those in leadership are learning each and every day. “I didn’t know that I could truly be a good public speaker. I’ve done it before, but I was always scared and nervous. Now it almost comes as second nature. This career has also shown me how to be a great mentor and a great decision maker outside of the office. It really has helped me morph into a better salesperson and a man in my own life.”

As a dedicated employee with stellar work ethic, it only took a few months for Kenny Ramirez to be promoted to assistant management. “My progression was very quick,” says Ramirez, “once I hit leadership, I was ready to take on new responsibilities and that’s exactly what I asked for. Every day for 3-4 months straight, I was interviewing and training. I gave it everything I had, and I was promoted within 4 months.”

“I advise newcomers to come into this industry guns blazing. There is no seniority or favoritism in this business. The more you perform, the quicker you will grow. I didn’t get promoted in 4 months because it was handed to me, I busted my ass 120% every day.”

 

Strong Third Quarter Performance Nabs Sales Trophy for Richard Allen, Inc.

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(WHITE PLAINS, NY) December 1, 2016 – Privately owned marketing and sales firm Richard Allen, Inc., headquartered in New York, announced that they have earned national sales recognition for their exceptional work on behalf of a premier wireless client during Q3 of this year.

The marketing and sales company won the quarterly “Campaign Cup,” a trophy that recognizes outstanding service and results delivered to the client, by outperforming other offices focused on the same campaign during the quarter. The team at Richard Allen, Inc. earned this sales recognition in 2015 as well.

President Benjamin Buchsbaum praised his team for their dedication and strong performance, saying, “We are excited to win this award again for our leading results and excellent quality, and we will continue to bring our best to the table for the client and the customer moving forward.”

Backed by its dual commitment to integrity and profitability, Richard Allen, Inc. is dedicated to providing the client with results-oriented services, public relations, new customer acquisition, and direct marketing. The company focuses on creating long-term, lucrative partnerships with corporate clients while connecting those clients with long-lasting customer relationships.

Richard Allen, Inc. focuses on a national level to expand clients into new markets and create long-term revenue streams. Giving back to the community is also a huge part of the company’s culture, as evidenced by their support of such philanthropies as Operation Smile, The March of Dimes Foundation, and the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.

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 About Richard Allen, Inc.

Headquartered in New York, Richard Allen, Inc. is a leading outsourced sales and marketing firm that focuses on new client acquisition and client retention in partnership with premier companies. Richard Allen, Inc. provides excellent service to the client as well as unique opportunities for its team members to develop professionally and personally and get involved in philanthropy. For more information, call 914-997-1400 or go to http://www.richardalleninc.com/

Richard Allen Inc: An Internship to Remember

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At Richard Allen Inc, we all remember what it was like to be in college and have NO earthly idea what we wanted to do after graduation! We remember the summers struggling to look for an internship that didn’t require fetching coffee and donuts for everyone (haha), and the quest to find experiences that would add not only value to our resumes, but also to our careers.

 

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With these memories still fresh in our minds, we made the decision years ago to cultivate two internships, one focused in marketing & sales and the other, human resources & recruitment. This summer 2016, Bentley University student Nicole Storz took advantage of our Long Island office’s HR internship, and her experience was one for the books! We decided to interview her so she could share with the rest of the world what made her internship unforgettable.

 

Q – Nicole, what objectives did you know you wanted to learn before starting at Richard Allen Inc?
A – Before I started I knew I wanted to gain experience in a business that worked in the marketing field. I wanted to learn how to improve my communication skills, negotiation ability and see behind the scenes how the direct marketing world worked. AdLaughing-Gif.gifditionally, since the position was on the administrative side, I looked forward to learning about what is included in finding people who match the company’s values, and who could potentially be future employees.

 

Q – What was the top skill you learned or improved?
Through this internship I was able to improve upon my interpersonal skills. My confidence level when talking to a colleague, client or future team member is on another level from when started. I am more sure of myself and speak with more conviction!

Q – What are you going to take back to school this month?
Besides confidence, I think I’m taking back a good dose of humility. Getting my feet wet in the marketing world reminded me how much I still have left to learn and grow as a professional. Though being in the work force this summer helped me to grow considerably, it also made me grateful I still have another year at school to prepare!

Q – What was your favorite memory from the internship?
I can’t choose just one! There were always good vibes in the office which made coming in to work every day a positive experience. My favorite memories include just being in the office with people who are so welcoming and fun.
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Q – Final question: what’s the best advice you took from this experience!?
Never giving up is definitely the best advice that I have learned through my experience at Richard Allen Inc. Perseverance is an invaluable skill to have no matter what field you are in. I will be able to carry out this mentality in the future for my career and life in general.

Nicole, though your internship has ended, you will always be one of our team. We can never thank you enough for your commitment to our company this summer, and want to know we’re always here after you graduate and seek full time employment (haha)! Keep up with your killer personality, smile and work ethic, and the world is your oyster!

Californiaaaa, here she comesss!

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The biggest question we ever receive from our clients or job candidates is “why Richard Allen Inc?” And our answer is always really simple. “You get to work with Nataly everyday!” Hahah, just kidding, though she is at the top of the list! While we tried to narrow down the benefits of working for our consulting firm into any one experience and found it impossible, we figured we’d let Nataly’s recent trip to Malibu, CA give it a fair shot!

To backtrack, 6 months ago our client decided to run a contest for all of their Human Resource Managers across the country, complete with an all expenses, 3 day weekend in Malibu, CA. From the get go, we knew that our HR Manager, Nataly, was a shoo-in to win, with her competitive nature and relentless work ethic! Racing against 400+ competitors in an 8 week contest, she (naturally) exceeded every expectation set not only by our Richard Allen Inc Management team, but also our client, and secured herself a cross country flight to Southern California. (WOW, we know…she’s kind of a rockstar!)

If there’s one thing that you’ll quickly realize about our Richard Allen Inc team, it’s that we’re relentless when it comes to our personal and professional goals. From the moment the contest was announced, Nataly was already game-planning how she was going to win it! So our Brand Manager, Christina, sat down to interview her, pick her brain on how she beasted the competition and landed herself the ultimate summer vacation!

Christina – Hello, hello Nataly? Is the mic loud enough?!

Nataly – Aren’t you just writing a blog on me? Are we really recording!?

Christina – No, not really! But you’re pretty famous now in the office and having just come back from Cali, you’re like a movie star now right?!

Nataly – …. crickets. (Thinks to herself, “I wonder how much a ticket back to Cali is right now.”)

Christina – Haha, just kidding! Okay, so really Nataly, tell us how did you win this contest and earn this unbelievable trip!

Nataly – I just envisioned the end goal, with myself boarding my flight, getting off the plane in California, enjoying a weekend with peers and mentors and when I could visualize it, I knew I could have it.

Christina – When you heard you won, what was your first reaction?!

Nataly – I may have not so silently screamed, jumped up and down and immediately made a countdown calendar so I could see how close my reward was, haha!

Christina – For the traveling Richard Allen Inc business woman, what are some essentials you like to carry?!

Nataly – A great moisturizer! Make up and beauty products are my passion and when you travel, you always want to look your best and the best way to do that is with healthy, moisturized skin! Secondly, I recommend a great camera! I’m a New Yorker so going cross country to California was so out of my norm – I wanted to photograph EVERYTHING and just soak it all in! Lastly, I recommend a mobile phone charger! With conferences and all the travel we do for work, the worst thing is when your phone dies mid-day! Always be prepared!

Christina – Describe the weekend events that were scheduled for you!

Nataly – First, after arriving, the 13 winners were placed in a Malibu mansion right across the beach, which was INSANE! After getting to know the other attendees from all across the country (even Canada) we went to a famous vineyard called Malibu Wines with our client’s CEO and President (talk about getting wined and dined)! That night we hung out in the mansion’s pool and hot tub (no big deal, haha) and then the following morning went to tour our client broker’s headquarters and meet some key people in the business! We wrapped up the trip in Santa Monica and soaked up the pier, the company and beautiful SoCal for as long as we could. As sad as I was to return to Long Island Sunday, I came back really refreshed and with dozens of new business connections and friends!

Christina – Okay Nataly, last question! If you had to pick just one thing, what was the highlight of your weekend?! 

Nataly – The best part hands down  (besides the million dollar mansion we stayed in, haha) was getting to interact with our client broker’s CEO and President and really seeing how down to earth and humble they each were. They both wanted to hear about my professional goals and what I planned to do the rest of the year in our office and that networking on a casual basis was just surreal! Just knowing overall that my work was valued, appreciated and rewarded made everything worth it!

 

Nataly, we’re so grateful to you for giving us the E! True Hollywood scoop on your Malibu weekend and are incredibly proud of your recent accomplishments! All the work you put in to ensure this contest win for yourself and for Richard Allen Inc is apparent and applauded. We can’t wait to see what all you accomplish with the last 5 months of the year and what other victories you bring home! Keep up the great work, stud!

Sippin’ for Smiles: A Richard Allen Inc Philanthropy Event

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Social Corporate Responsibility. Ever heard the term before?

In essence, what it means is this. Businesses or corporations should take responsibility for their effect on the community and the environment. There is an ethical obligation to take care (with the skill-sets each business has) of those they can aid.

At Richard Allen Inc, this behavior goes without saying. Our team’s compassion and empathy for others is one of the many reasons that make our company unique. 3 years ago we made a commitment to represent an organization called Operation Smile and give back both of our time and fundraising efforts.

For those unfamiliar with Operation Smile, they’re a medical non-profit that performs oral surgeries for children born with cleft lip or palette. Though this condition is not common in America, in 3rd world countries, children can go untreated for decades. Suffering malnutrition and ostracization, their lives are forever impacted by a condition doctors could alter in less than an hour and at a cost of $240.

When we heard about Operation Smile at Richard Allen Inc, we felt a calling. We could speak on behalf of these children and change their entire life with well coordinated fundraising efforts. So we did just that! Participating in an annual “Day of Smiles” we, this year, decided to host a Sips & Smiles event at Whiskey Creek, a local Whiskey bar in White Plains, New York.

The goal was simple! Attract people to the event, speak to them about the cause, raffle off some awesome door prizes and raise a BOATLOAD of money for these kids that have our heart. We’re proud to announce that thanks to several donations from local businesses and our own Richard Allen Inc team, we raised $1000; personally changing the lives of 4 children!

In a business where we communicate for a living, it was simple to educate people on the cause and how they could change the course of someone’s entire life. What should have been difficult was getting the manpower to do the fundraising; asking people to go above their job responsibilities with no direct benefit to themselves. But when you work at Richard Allen Inc, this was the easiest part of it all!

We’d like to give a special thanks to our entire Management team for coordinating, Whiskey Creek for hosting, every team member who spent their Saturday with us Sippin’ for Smiles and every donation that brought us to $1000 raised. Here’s to changing smiles all around the world and raising another $1000 before the end of the year!

 

 

Promotions Are In The Air: Congratulations Nagui!

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In the 7 years since we founded Richard Allen Inc, we have learned that there are some people who serve a purpose and some people who create purpose. When we met Nagui Semaoune a year ago, as he was going through his interview process, we instantly knew he was the latter. Radiating with confidence and charisma, he was the ideal candidate for our Management Training Program. He moved with purpose, spoke with purpose and had great confidence in what he wanted out of a career. It leaves us with no surprise that in just 9 months of starting with our firm, we’re officially announcing his promotion today to Assistant Management (INSERT LOUD CLAPPING AND CHEERING!!)

Born and raised in Toulouse, France, Nagui grew up from the age of 12 with dreams and aspirations to move to the United States after college. Doing everything possible for over a decade to prepare, he studied at the finest schools, accepted the best internships and perfected his English. Receiving his Bachelor’s from Kedge Business School in Marseille and his Master’s from the same University in Bordeaux, Nagui found he had a passion for traveling and sales after interning for a French bakery in London. Drawn to the face to face interaction with customers, he quickly learned that his love for people and communication skills (did we mention he’s trilingual?!) could be implemented into his career.

After graduating with his MBA, Nagui began looking for careers in Manhattan (his dream city) and stumbled upon the advertisement for Richard Allen Inc’s Management Training Program. Taking a HUGE leap of faith, he flew over from France for a preliminary and second interview, which he thankfully knocked out of the park (haha) and was offered a full time position. Needing sponsorship and to establish his work visa, Nagui went home for 3 months to complete paperwork and say his goodbyes; the whole time bidding when he could return to New York and start his new life!

Beginning officially in October 2015, Nagui began in an entry level position, learning marketing and sales skills essential to acquiring business class customers for our energy client! He then quickly moved into a team lead role, where he improved his business acumen in training, public speaking, interviewing and team building. He has come to coach nearly every individual at Richard Allen Inc, built great relationships and contributed a competitive edge that’s made our office improve as a whole. (Fun fact about Nagui – he LOVES soccer, grew up playing the sport and foots for both France and Real Madrid!)

When we asked Nagui what helped him achieve this promotion in such a short amount of time, he told us that he gave himself no choice but to be successful. In leaving his friends and family in France, the only option he saw was to give New York his all and fulfill the dream he had visualized for the past decade! “When you only have Plan A” Nagui says, “and you leave no back up plan for yourself when setting a goal, you give your mind no choice but to achieve it.”

He also raved about the team he has the opportunity to oversee, applauding them for their relentless work ethic and commitment to our client. He says, “it’s easy to stay motivated and love the work you do when you love the people that you do it with.” Best known as “French Fry” at Richard Allen Inc, Nagui can always be found with coworkers after work exploring the city that never sleeps and eating all sorts of ethnic foods!

To say that we’re proud of Nagui’s accomplishments would be a great understatement. We’re so enthusiastic about his potential and all that he will continue to learn as a Managing Partner within Richard Allen Inc. We predict he will continue to be a leader within our organization and that with his skillset, our company and team will prosper. Nagui – if you’re reading this buddy, we knew you were special from day 1 but want you to know you have exceeded all of our expectations. Your drive, work ethic and perseverance make us wake up everyday excited to work by your side. Keep up your great work and here’s to many more promotions in our years together!

A Cause For Celebration: Congrats Mayada!

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There are moments in business and life when you meet someone and instantly know that they’re special. Running a business who’s focus is on face to face presentations and consultations means that we meet dozens of new people a week, but the day we met Mayada was different. She radiated confidence, positivity and good energy and we knew that she would be an asset to Richard Allen Inc for many, many years to come (should she accept our offer of full time employment, haha). Luckily she did and it’s no wonder today, after only 7 months of her beginning with our company, that we’re writing about her promotion to Management and the next chapter of her professional career.

For those reading this blog that don’t know Mayada personally, she moved in October 2015 from her home country of Egypt to Long Island and instantly began looking for career opportunities that pertained to her passion for people. Studying both Communications and Political Science at the American University of Cairo, Mayada knew she would need a fast-paced, merit based environment where her advancement would be a reflection of her work ethic and not tenure. Finding Richard Allen Inc’s advertisement online, Mayada made a decision to transition from broadcasting and advertising and try her hand at marketing! From the start, we were impressed by her humility, student mentality, and desire for self-improvement.

When we asked Mayada what helped her receive such a rapid promotion in our firm’s Management Training Program, she emphasized her belief in energies and surrounding herself with great people. She raved about the team she personally oversees, for their motivation and tenacity, and believes with their help that Richard Allen Inc will expand to it’s 4th office location by the end of October 2016. We also asked her who motivates her, as every successful business executive has a role model, and she told us about her parents, their entrepreneurship and constant support, even halfway across the country.

A former ballerina, Mayada brings to our team a competitive edge, discipline and passion. If you can’t find her in the office, it’s probably because she’s enjoying the outdoors and exploring everything her new home has to offer! We’re so enthusiastic about her potential and all that she will continue to learn as a Managing Partner within our marketing firm; but mostly we’re proud about the character and integrity of this young woman. Mayada – if you’re reading this, we’re so grateful that out of any company you could have worked with, you chose us. We’re grateful for your commitment to our Richard Allen Inc team this last year and for all that is to come in our next years together. Congrats on this milestone and here’s to many, many more!