January 8, 2025
As we bid farewell to 2024 and welcome the promise of a new beginning in 2025, the entire team at SoBran including myself have the pleasure of ending the year filled with gratitude and excitement for the future! These past 12 months have been a remarkable journey, marked by progress and a continuation of our mission to provide our clients with the highest quality of care and service, no matter the task.
2024 Success Stories
Here at SoBran, we take immense pride in the quality of work we deliver, and the positive feedback received from clients this year highlights our commitment to high standards of care and expertise. We have had the privilege of collaborating with an array of remarkable clients who have generously shared their positive experiences with us. The testimonials we have gathered reflect a deep appreciation for our dedicated service and our knowledgeable approach in all aspects of our work. For me, it has been an immense honor to see so many clients from all different industries express gratitude for our responsiveness and the tailored solutions we provide, which I hope demonstrates our understanding of every client’s unique needs.
I have highlighted feedback from a few customers, as well as victories of the year to celebrate our team’s commitment to excellence in a very public way!
- “In my 40 years of experience in biomedical research, Ms. Sheffield (one of our superstar managers!) is within the top 5% of managers/leaders I have had the pleasure to work with.”
- “We want to take a moment to commend you and the team on your outstanding job working with us in handling the site visit by OLAW (Office of Laboratory Animal Welfare). The hard work, dedication, and attention to detail of SoBran truly paid off. Keep up the fantastic work.”
- One client awarded our Radon Mitigation Team the Subcontractor of the Year award. Quite an honor!
- Awarded a new contract after a successful recompete on one of our largest and longest running federal mail screening projects. This award means a great deal to us since I think it serves as a testament to the unwavering support our team members provide our clients every day.
In case we have not said it enough to our hardworking teams, I am truly grateful for your trust and partnership, and I hope these positive words bring you as much pride in our work as they did for me.
Employees Of the Quarter
In a year filled with challenges and triumphs, I also want to take a moment to celebrate the exceptional contributions of our Employees of the Quarter. These remarkable team members demonstrated unwavering commitment, innovative thinking, and a passion for our mission that truly sets them apart.
- David Steffan: David works as an Inventory Management Specialist (IMS) at one of SoBran’s federal government sites and was our first 2024 Employee of the Quarter! David was recognized for his cheerful attitude, his commitment and strong work ethic, and willingness to jump in and help whoever needed it!
- Tim Daughtery: Tim works as a Research Technician in SoBran’s BioScience Division at one of our animal research facilities and was our second 2024 Employee of the Quarter! Tim was recognized for his care and compassion when collaborating with non-human primate and rabbit husbandry on his team as well as going above and beyond with compliance efforts.
- Josiah Hamilton: Josiah works as a Veterinary Technician and Enrichment Specialist in SoBran’s BioScience Division and was our third Employee of the Quarter! Josiah has made his name as one of our leading experts, always ready to lend a hand and assist with medical work and became one of our top technicians with a particularly challenging blood draw procedure.
- Psst! We’re also currently accepting Employee of the Quarter nominations for the 4th Quarter of 2024 so undoubtedly, we’ll have another name to share soon!
Industry Trends Reshaping Our Strategic Landscape
The upcoming year promises to bring transformative shifts across all our service areas, and we remain fully prepared to rise to the challenge of meeting them. For example, in mail screening we are witnessing a significant evolution from traditional methods to integrated threat detection systems. In the bioscience sector, innovation is accelerating at an unprecedented rate with a rise of mRNA research methodologies and personalized medical diagnostics changing the healthcare landscape. As the demand for agile laboratory support grows—especially in areas like pandemic preparedness—SoBran is committed to staying at the forefront of these advancements.
Our 2025 Commitments
At SoBran, we believe that our clients deserve more than just services; they deserve a partnership built on trust, innovation, and excellence. Here is how we plan to uphold that commitment in 2025:
● Continuous Technology Investment: We promise to remain dedicated to ensuring we stay ahead of the curve by always prioritizing cutting-edge screening and diagnostic technologies.
● Customized Solution Design: We understand that every client has unique needs! So, we vow that our teams will work closely with every single one to develop tailored solutions that either seamlessly integrate or improve operations.
● Rigorous Security and Compliance: Safety is always our number one priority. We promise we will maintain the highest industry standards and implement robust protocols to safeguard your information.
● Talent and Expertise Development: Our people here at SoBran are our greatest asset. We are committed to continuous training programs and recruiting top-tier talent to ensure we deliver expert solutions every time.
As we embark on this new year, we do so with optimism and determination as we prepare to face new challenges and seize exciting opportunities that lie ahead. Thank you for your continued support of our SoBran community and together, let us make 2025 a year of innovation, growth, and success!