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SRT Employees Save Lives Through Consistent Blood Donations
SRT Employees Save Lives Through Consistent Blood Donations
SRT employees are actively involved in improving the well-being of our communities on a daily basis. Early this year they continued the 18 year tradition of SRT blood drives with 33 employees participating.
The need for blood donations is especially high in the winter months when people are busy with the holiday season and staying home more in cold winter months. By hosting a blood drive at the SRT office, the company hopes to make it convenient for employees and their families and to encourage new blood donors.
SRT Blood Drive Longevity
Vitalant’s records of SRT blood drives date back to 2004, that is 18 years of employees donating blood for the community! Vitalant Donor Recruiter, Teresa Johnson, stated that SRT employees have “donated 835 units, which is about 104.375 gallons of blood” over the years. One blood donation unit can save up to three lives. “The total amount donated from SRT blood drives is the equivalent of saving 2,505 lives, or alternatively 80,995 premature babies being saved,” Johnson explained.
How It Works
Blood drives are critical to ensure enough blood is readily available when a patient in our area needs immediate help. Each event, donation goals are set based on a projection of the amount of blood that will be needed. Johnson adds, “SRT is a blood drive I don’t have to worry about meeting goals. The employees understand the importance of the blood drive and what it means to our community.” At SRT’s February blood drive, 33 units of blood were donated, surpassing the goal of 29 units.
It’s About The Experience
For a few employees, this blood drive was their first experience, but there were also 16 employees who have donated for five or more years. Six of those employees have donated blood for 20 years or more!
There are many reasons why someone chooses to donate blood. Vitalant Donor Recruiter Teresa Johnson shared “Donating blood is the ultimate random act of kindness. It doesn’t cost anything, and you are saving a life.”
Several employees began donating after family members received blood transfusions and it was eye-opening to see the great need for blood donations. One employee, Sheila D., shared that her first blood drive experience was at SRT 25 years ago and she continues to donate consistently. “I have the ideal blood type for donating,” Sheila said. “It’s a small contribution I can make to help save a life.” Paul I., who retired from SRT in 2018, has donated for over 40 years and keeps coming back to the SRT blood drive to help because he feels it is the right thing to do.
We thank all the employees who donated this year and appreciate their dedication to making this an even better place to live and work.
Cassidy Hjelmstad Promoted to Chief Marketing Officer
Cassidy Hjelmstad Promoted to Chief Marketing Officer
MINOT, ND – Cassidy Hjelmstad has been promoted to chief marketing officer (CMO) at SRT Communications, Inc. Hjelmstad has served as the director of corporate communications since 2010, and will continue to lead SRT’s corporate communications and customer service and billing department while assuming the additional responsibilities of corporate officer.
SRT CEO and General Manager Steve Lysne said, “Cassidy has provided leadership in our most customer-facing departments, which has created relationships with our members that exemplify our mission at SRT. Cassidy has a wealth of expertise and plays an integral role in the direction of the company. We are confident that she will excel in her role as chief marketing officer.”
In her time at SRT, Cassidy has been instrumental in leading teams to implement effective strategies for product sales growth and exceptional member experience. With her data driven approach, Cassidy has directed marketing, education efforts, and digital strategy to increase customer acquisition and satisfaction on SRT’s growing fiber optic network.
Cassidy has a passion for integrating technology and rural economic development opportunities. She has contributed to national advocacy discussions promoting rural broadband availability as part of her work on the NTCA – the Rural Broadband Association Marketing Committee and Smart Rural Community Advisory Group.
Hjelmstad stated, “10 years ago, I began my SRT career. Since then, I have worked with countless employees, members, and community and industry leaders that have challenged me to become a better marketer, communicator, and leader. Each day, I get to work with and learn from some of the best in the industry, to whom we owe much credit for SRT’s continued growth and expansion. I look forward to the opportunity to continue SRT’s mission to meet and exceed the needs of the members and communities we serve.”
SRT Communications located in Minot, North Dakota is the state’s largest telecommunications cooperative. SRT is completing a fiber optic network build throughout its service area and offers Internet, Security, TV, Phone and Business Services. SRT has served north central North Dakota since 1951, employs nearly 200 people, and serves approximately 40,000 customers.
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March Mania is Here. Play SRT’s Free Basketball Contest!
March Mania is Here. Play SRT’s Free Basketball Contest!
March Mania is finally here. It’s college basketball season and we are hosting a Pick-It March Maria contest! All customers and those living in our serving area are invited to participate in this fun, free online contest.
How Do I Sign Up for March Mania?
Simply visit srt.pickitchallenge.com to sign up, fill out your bracket for the upcoming men’s college basketball tournament games, and see how you compare with others in our community. This contest is free, and all participants have a chance to win one of several great prizes. Watch your name rise and fall (and hopefully rise again!) on the Leaderboard as games progress. It’s easy to play and no, you don’t have to be a basketball super fan to have a good time!
What Prizes Are Available?
You could win some great prizes! Here are the prizes we have for our contest winners:
- 1st Place – POYANK HD 1080p WiFi Home Cinema Video Projector
- 2nd Place – Amazon Fire 7” Tablet, 9th Gen. 16GB
- 3rd Place – Roku Premiere Streaming Player
When Does the Contest Start?
Game match-ups are announced March 14 and the first bracket games start March 19. Be sure to sign up soon.
We hope to catch you on the Leaderboard! Want some more contest fun? Follow us on Facebook for a sneak peak at prizes. Good luck and get ready for some March Mania!
