Archambeau Receives MIA Scholarship

CLEVELAND — Jill Archambeau is the winner of the 2012 Natural Stone Scholarship Award from the Marble Institute of America (MIA).

Archambeau, sales/office manager for locally based Rocksolid Stone Works (RSW), received the award in the annual competition for aspiring industry fabricators, installers, apprentices and administrative employees interested in furthering their careers in the stone industry.

Jill ArchambeauArchambeau’s selection was based on a 500-word essay explaining her commitment to the natural-stone industry.

“I’ve always felt that training is the most important part of any job,” Archambeau wrote in her essay. “I believe this scholarship is one resource that will give me the opportunity to learn, improve and master many new and existing skills.  

“As with any learning opportunity that presents itself, I will share my experience with my co-workers and team. In today’s market place, knowledge and improvement of one’s self should be a goal for every employee and business owner.”  

In a letter of recommendation, RSW General Manager Kevin Thomas, noted that, “Jill’s personal mantra is ‘knowledge is power’. She is constantly looking for new or better ways to train her staff here at RSW. She has set up an in-depth training program for all newly hired staff, as well as directing our staff in ‘refresher’ training courses.

 “Jill’s drive and energy to meet and exceed the expectations of our customers on a daily basis is truly exemplary. She never ceases to amaze me with her desire to make sure our customers are completely satisfied with all aspects of their purchase – from initial product selection through installation.”

“Jill is a fantastic representative of the natural-stone industry and her energy is contagious,” said MIA Executive Vice President Jim Hieb. “It was fantastic to award this scholarship to someone who truly appreciated and took advantage of it.”

This scholarship, established in 2004, is funded by donations of MIA members worldwide.

Rocksolid Stone Works is a member of the Artisan Group, a North American network of premium countertop fabricators and installers.

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