Our Employee Spotlight series is dedicated to honoring the professional journeys of our team members, sharing their personal narratives, and showcasing their goals. Each month, we will be featuring one of our exceptional team member’s spotlights!
At Riley Decker Companies, valuing and appreciating our team members is at the heart of what we do. Throughout this monthly Employee Spotlight series, we look forward to sharing their stories and celebrating their achievements.
We hope you enjoy getting to know the faces behind Riley Decker Companies. We are excited to be celebrating the incredible individuals who make our company truly special!
Stay tuned for our monthly Employee Spotlights!
January Employee Spotlight 2026
Meet Braden Wright, our January Employee Spotlight! Braden joined our team in June 2025 and is part of the ACS team. Read below to learn about Braden‘s “why” at work, what changing lives means to him, and more about his life outside of work!
Why did you accept the position to start working at RDC?
RDC gave me an opportunity to step into a role that I had probably not envisioned for myself. I knew that with the support from everyone at Riley Decker I would be able to develop new skills while enhancing others. My goal is always to make an impact on everyone that I interact with and RD gave me an opportunity to do so, both in my colleagues but also our partners.
Why is changing lives important to you?
Changing lives is important to me because there is always a way you can make someone’s day and make an impact on those around you. You may not know how far even the little things will go in someone’s life.
Which of our core values do you resonate most with?
What would you like everyone to know about you and your career journey at RDC?
Be willing to take chances and get into unfamiliar territory. This has led to growth and confidence in my work every day.
What is your goal(s) for 2026?
I have many personal goals for 2026 but one overall goal I have for myself is to be more present, I think this will help me in many facets of life.
What is your “why”? What motivates you to show up every day & give 100%?
Being able to challenge myself to grow and develop as a better individual while making an impact on those around me.
What do you do for fun outside of work?
I enjoy watching sports and attending sporting events, and spending time with my friends and family.
February Employee Spotlight 2026
Meet Lynette Perusier, our February Employee Spotlight! Lynette joined our team in April 2024 and is a Bilingual Onsite Supervisor in Covington . Read below to learn about Lynette’s “why” at work, what changing lives means to her, and more about her life outside of work!
Why did you accept the position to start working at RDC?
Accepting this position with RDC, gave me an opportunity to challenge myself while supporting my professional growth. After moving to Northern Kentucky from New York, RDC provided a consistent schedule and a great opportunity to gain experience in an industry that was new to me.
Why is changing lives important to you?
Changing lives is important to me because the same way RDC changed my life, I would like to do the same for others. I personally feel that I have grown a lot, and would feel accomplished in being a part of someone’s turning point in their life.
Which of our core values do you resonate most with?
What would you like everyone to know about you and your career journey at RDC?
I would not be who I am today if I didn’t step out of my comfort zone. Being promoted to an onsite, was a very pivotal moment in my career, and I believe it was one of best choices I made.
What is your goal(s) for 2026?
My goal for 2026 is to be more disciplined. I feel that this will help me both at work and outside if I stick to the personal goals I set for myself to achieve.
What is your “why”? What motivates you to show up every day & give 100%?
Knowing that with me showing up, I am learning something new everyday and contributing to my personal growth.
What do you do for fun outside of work?
I enjoy playing video games with my friends and also taking time aside to go on a walk/hike when the weather is nice!
March Employee Spotlight 2026
Meet Jennelle Garcia, our March Employee Spotlight! Jennelle joined our team in September 2023 and is a Bilingual Onsite Supervisor in Mid-Cities. Read below to learn about Jennelle’s “why” at work, what changing lives means to her, and more about her life outside of work!
Why did you accept the position to start working at RDC?
I accepted the position at RDC because at the time I was working as an Administrative Support Specialist in Behavioral Services for a school district while also pursuing my studies in Human Resources Management. I saw this opportunity as a valuable step toward gaining hands-on experience and transitioning into the HR field.
Why is changing lives important to you?
Changing lives is important to me because I believe the work we do can have a lasting impact on someone’s future. Whether it’s helping someone find opportunities or supporting their growth, it’s meaningful to know that my efforts contribute to their success and stability in life.
Which of our core values do you resonate most with?
What would you like everyone to know about you and your career journey at RDC?
I would like everyone to know that my journey with RDC has not always been easy, but it has shaped me into a stronger and more self-aware professional. The challenges I’ve faced have helped me grow into the person I want to be—not only for myself, but for the team I am building and supporting.
I’ve learned that not everyone will always agree or see things the same way, and that’s okay. What matters most is maintaining respect, staying aligned on our goals, and working together to achieve success.
What is your goal(s) for 2026?
My goal for 2026 is to grow from my current position into a role where I can make an even greater impact on the team and the company. I want to continue developing my skills, and contributing to meaningful outcomes that drive success for everyone.
What is your “why”? What motivates you to show up every day & give 100%?
My “why” is my son. Being a single mom motivates me to show up every day and give 100% because I want to set an example for him. I want him to see that no matter the situation, giving your best shows your character and determination, and that’s the kind of person I strive to be.
What do you do for fun outside of work?
For fun, I love spending time with my son, traveling and, of course, shopping for his new shoes! I also enjoy going to music concerts and festivals; there’s nothing like the energy of live music to recharge and have a great time.
April Employee Spotlight 2026
Meet Jeff Prifti, our April Employee Spotlight! Jeff joined our team in May 2019 and is our South Sales Director. Read below to learn about Jeff’s “why” at work, what changing lives means to him, and more about his life outside of work!
Why did you accept the position to start working at RDC?
I accepted the position with RDC because I really believed in the mission statement and the vision of what Kyle Decker and the team were building.
Why is changing lives important to you?
Changing lives is important to me because we are able to make a positive impact on so many of our workers’ lives. We have the opportunity to get people out to work at the amazing organizations that we partner with. It is always awesome to see when a worker is able to get hired on full time and grow their career.
Which of our core values do you resonate most with?
What would you like everyone to know about you and your career journey at RDC?
I have worked with RDC for about 7 years. It has been incredible to be a part of the growth we have seen over the years. I have been in a really unique position where I have gotten to work in so many different roles and interact with all of the different offices and departments that we have. I have really enjoyed getting to work hand in hand with our internal staff, associates and many of our clients.
What is your goal(s) for 2026?
My goal for 2026 is to help build the sales team across our Southern region and to hit all of the goals that our team has in place for the year.
What is your “why”? What motivates you to show up every day & give 100%?
Our mission and the team are my “why”. I want to show up each day ready to contribute to make a difference for all of the people we are working with.
What do you do for fun outside of work?
Outside of work I enjoy traveling to UGA football games, playing golf and being around friends and family.
