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BullDog Awards
The Semper Tek Bulldog Award is given to employees whose work exhibits levels of professionalism that exceed our already high standards for performance.
These coveted awards are difficult to earn and are a mark of exceptional performance, which our team members strive to achieve on every project.
The Bulldog Award is an excellent motivational tool within our firm, and is an outstanding service to our client.
Look for these hard hat stickers on our jobs sites and in our offices.
Recipients
2025 Bulldog Awards
Ranse Jenkins
On the morning of 9/10, the VA reported that our dumpster at the Lexington VA Cooper Dr. Campus was leaking oil. Ranse immediately contained the spill using a spill kit, absorbent material, and dykes to prevent storm drain contamination. The UK Hospital environmental coordinator witnessed his quick response and commended him in an email to VA staff.
After containment, Ranse investigated and confirmed no project-related oils were in the dumpster, identifying the VA’s nearby hydraulic compactor as the likely source. He verified the spill volume was below reportable limits and communicated findings to the VA and STI leadership. Thanks to his swift action and attention to detail, the issue was resolved with no impact to STI. Great job, Ranse!
Neil Palmer
Roofing projects all present special challenges and BLDG 3305 has had several. Over the past month, Neil Palmer has stepped up and provided invaluable support for the project and taken over and above steps to protect Semper Tek and to ensure a successful project.
Neil’s efforts on so many projects have made a massive difference! On May 15th, Neil was presented with a bulldog award for his willingness to always go the extra mile and his efforts to overcome the opportunities on the BLDG 3305 roofing project. Congratulations Neil!
Will Murray
William Murray receiving a Bulldog Award for their efforts on the 2316 Replace OR’s Supply Heads VAMC Louisville KY.
The project involved replacing equipment booms in three active Operating Rooms. Work was performed at night and on weekends, requiring multiple coordinated shutdowns. Early in Phase 1, safety and infection control concerns from Hospital Staff and the Infection Control Nurse nearly halted the project. A scaffolding system and enhanced infection control barriers resolved these issues. Will Murray and Matt Walker maintained negative air pressure and strict infection protocols, earning praise for cleanliness, coordination, and quality. During the final phase, they minimized downtime in the Scrubs and Sub-Sterile areas to keep surgical operations running. Semper Tek thanks Will and Matt for their professionalism, attention to detail, and exceeding the VA’s expectations on this complex project.
Zac Keisel
During the phased turnover of Operating Rooms at the Memphis VA, air changes occasionally dropped below required levels. After government repairs to the existing air handler, the issue was traced to airflow loss in the supply duct.
Project Manager Andy Sharp and Superintendent Zac Keisel quickly identified a reroute solution to reduce duct friction and coordinated an immediate air handler shutdown on Friday. They arranged for mechanical and duct contractors to complete the modification the next morning.
By Saturday, the new ductwork was installed, testing confirmed proper air changes, and surgeries proceeded as scheduled—ensuring uninterrupted care for Veterans.
Matthew Walker
Matthew Walker receiving a Bulldog Award for their efforts on the 2316 Replace OR’s Supply Heads VAMC Louisville KY.
The project involved replacing equipment booms in three active Operating Rooms. Work was performed at night and on weekends, requiring multiple coordinated shutdowns. Early in Phase 1, safety and infection control concerns from Hospital Staff and the Infection Control Nurse nearly halted the project. A scaffolding system and enhanced infection control barriers resolved these issues. Will Murray and Matt Walker maintained negative air pressure and strict infection protocols, earning praise for cleanliness, coordination, and quality. During the final phase, they minimized downtime in the Scrubs and Sub-Sterile areas to keep surgical operations running. Semper Tek thanks Will and Matt for their professionalism, attention to detail, and exceeding the VA’s expectations on this complex project.
Andy Sharp
During the phased turnover of Operating Rooms at the Memphis VA, air changes occasionally dropped below required levels. After government repairs to the existing air handler, the issue was traced to airflow loss in the supply duct.
Project Manager Andy Sharp and Superintendent Zac Keisel quickly identified a reroute solution to reduce duct friction and coordinated an immediate air handler shutdown on Friday. They arranged for mechanical and duct contractors to complete the modification the next morning.
By Saturday, the new ductwork was installed, testing confirmed proper air changes, and surgeries proceeded as scheduled—ensuring uninterrupted care for Veterans.
Lauren Ashcraft
Semper Tek is proud to recognize Lauren for her exceptional dedication and hard work over the past few months. She has gone above and beyond in recruiting top tier talent for our organization by meeting with agencies and recruiters, developing job postings, meticulously reviewing hundreds of resumes, and conducting many phone interviews to support our hiring goals.
In addition to her efforts in recruitment, she has also let the onboarding efforts for eight new employees, ensuring a smooth and seamless transition for each new team member. She has managed all this while continuing to perform her regular duties without missing a beat.
Lauren’s commitment, attention to detail, and tireless work ethic have made a significant impact on our team. We sincerely thank her for her outstanding service.
Leigh Ann Malone
Semper Tek is pleased to recognize Leigh Ann Malone with the Bulldog Award for her exceptional effort and dedication during a recent heavy bid push. Leigh Ann’s steady support and willingness to step in wherever needed made a significant impact during an especially demanding period.
Throughout this hectic stretch, Leigh Ann consistently went above and beyond. She worked late multiple nights, helped keep the team organized and focused, and brought a sense of calm when the pressure was at its highest. Her commitment and clear-headed approach were vital to keeping everything on track.
Leigh Ann’s efforts directly contributed to the success of the Murfreesboro EHRM project pursuit, which ultimately became the largest award in Semper Tek’s history. Her professionalism, teamwork, and dependability during this very stressful bid push is greatly appreciated.
Congratulations, Leigh Ann, and thank you for the outstanding work you contribute to Semper Tek.
Carol Corcoran
Semper Tek is pleased to award Carol Corcoran a Bulldog award in recognition of her exceptional dedication and initiative. Carol went above and beyond expectations by taking ownership of a significant project to clean out and organize the corporate office warehouse. This task was long overdue and required both planning and hands on coordination.
Not only did Carol take the lead in this massive undertaking, but she also implemented cost effective solutions for storing materials, shredding outdated documents, and directed all clean out efforts utilizing existing manpower.
In addition, she also worked with other departments to help catalog all tools and equipment in preparation for our upcoming transition from our current tool management software. She managed to accomplish all this while still maintaining her regular duties. Her work ethic and commitment to the team do not go unnoticed.