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AC Brenda Gillispie Finds Inspiration at Border Foods
We recently caught up with Area Coach (AC) Brenda Gillispie beachside on our Best of the Best (BOTB) reward trip in Cancún, Mexico. “It’s so exciting to be here,” Brenda shares. She describes the experience perfectly: bringing people to the best place ever to enjoy themselves. The milestone was particularly sweet for this self-described “daddy’s girl,” who brought her dad on the trip as her “plus one.” “It’s absolutely amazing,”…
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Heather Aos’ Tips on Earning a Spot at BOTB
Meet Heather Aos, Area Coach (AC) of Border Foods’ Area 31, which comprises all of our Taco Bell restaurants in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula (UP). This gal knows a little something about elevating a career with us — her words, not ours! Heather joined Border Foods eight years ago with our large acquisition of UP and central Michigan Taco Bells. Today, she’s a recent Golden Bell winner, an eight-time recipient of…
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The Heart of Stillwater: Brenda Foley
We caught up with dedicated Service and Food Champion Brenda Foley in Cancún, Mexico, where she was enjoying some well-deserved beachside relaxation — on us! Brenda, a 30-year veteran with our company, won time away from her Taco Bell family in Stillwater, MN, as one of this year’s Heart of Border Foods (HOBF) recipients. “Brenda cares a lot about people,” HR Business Partner Richelle Johnson shares in the award reveal…
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Still Basking in BOTB Fun!
Our annual Best of the Best (BOTB) reward trip has once again come and gone, but we’re still reveling in all the fun times we had! The closing Sunset Toast celebration is our grand finale, where we hand out a host of “Fun Awards” designed to capture the on-the-spot creativity only time away from work can inspire! Thank you to the following individuals for bringing some extra enthusiasm to the…
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Bold Ambitions at Border: Thirteen Live Más Scholarship Winners
Congratulations to this year’s Taco Bell Live Más Scholarship recipients from Border Foods Taco Bells! This ambitious group proves that there are zero limits to what you can do with your future. Representing nine exciting career interests, they work hard and study harder! What’s really inspiring is their common desire to help others. First-time $25,000 award recipient Angie Acosta plans to become an ER nurse. She’s determined to contribute to…
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Facilities’ Freshest Faces: Meet Xao & Kenneth!
We’ve added some talented new people to our facilities team! Please welcome Xao Vang and Kenneth Delancey, both of whom boast extensive professional experience in their respective trades. Without further ado, here’s a quick ‘lil introduction: Xao Vang IT Support Specialist Q: How do you pronounce “Xao”? A: Sou. Q: What is Xao’s experience level for this role? A: Nearly 25 years of technology experience working in the field and…
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A CELEBRATION TO REMEMBER: BOTB 2024 Recap
You might say our 2024 Best of the Best reward trip was the most engaging one yet! It was our pleasure to treat 72 hardworking individuals and their guests to five days of R&R in paradise at Secrets of Playa Blanca Costa Mujeres in Cancun, Mexico. Let’s just say, lots of fun was had! About BOTB Each year, we honor our commitment to giving recognition where it’s due by plucking…
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A Lifelong Journey with Taco Bell & Border Foods
When Brian Davies applied to Taco Bell in the mid-1980s, he never imagined it would become a decades-long journey, culminating with his role as Vice President of Facilities at Border Foods. This year, he celebrates 40 years in the Taco Bell and Border Foods family, a milestone underscoring the breadth of his experience and the passion he brings to his work. From Zantigo to Taco Bell Brian’s story begins at…
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Border Foods Rally 2025: Red Carpet Recap
We rolled out the red carpet for this year’s Border Foods Rally to honor our 2024 award winners and celebrate a year of big wins. Recognition will always get you on our best dressed list! Congratulations are in order for this year’s impressive group. We could not be the best of the best at what we do without their hard work and dedication! Enjoy this snapshot of ceremony highlights: We…
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Becky Wenger: Training Leader Supreme
It’s no secret, recognition is a big part of who we are at Border Foods, and we‘ve retained some pretty exceptional people at this company! Territory Training Leader (TTL) Becky Wenger is a supreme example. Celebrating more than 30 years with us, Becky has enjoyed diversity in her Border Foods career — first rising up the ranks in the Taco Bell restaurant setting, spending two years in administrative office support,…
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