Thomas E. Strauss Inc. and Miller's Smorgasbord recently announced that team member Sabruna Jean Michele has been named a 2024 "Employee of Distinction" by the Pennsylvania Bus Association (PBA), an honor awarded to outstanding individuals in the motorcoach and tourism industries who exemplify excellence in service, leadership and community impact.

The award was presented at the PBA's annual Marketplace Networking Reception held on March 24 at Spooky Nook Sports in Manheim. The program recognizes employees from member companies across the state who go above and beyond in serving passengers, supporting their company's mission and contributing positively to their communities.

Michele has been employed with Thomas E. Strauss Inc. at Miller's Smorgasbord since April 2023. She began in a third-shift janitorial position and quickly stood out for her strong work ethic, initiative and eagerness to grow. Within a short time, Michele was cross-trained into multiple roles, including cooking, dishwashing, supervising and translating.

Originally from Haiti, Michele legally immigrated to the United States several years ago. Her native language is French Creole, but she has since learned English, Spanish and Portuguese. She regularly assists with meetings, interviews, training sessions and communication across departments, serving as a trusted advocate for her peers.

Michele was honored internally as Miller's Employee of the Month in 2024 and was named the 2024 Employee of the Year this past January by her colleagues and management team.

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