FBG Cedar Rapids 2025 Value Award Winners

Each year, FBG honors exceptional individuals in every District with a value award, highlighting their embodiment of one of our five core values.

• Ethics and Integrity
• People Development and Empowerment
• Quality
• Innovation and Experimentation
• Growth and Stability

Each winner is nominated by their supervisor or district director. Read more about each winner in the Cedar Rapids District below.

Amber Ferry
Operations Supervisor at UnityPoint Health in Fort Dodge, IA
People Development and Empowerment

Amber Ferry has proven to be an exceptional leader, mentor and problem-solver. Her dedication to employee training, development and empowerment has made a lasting impact on her team and our client. This year, Amber took on the responsibility of hiring and training for all the Fort Dodge area. She oversees up to18 part-time and full-time team members across 12 buildings, including those in Humboldt, Eagle Grove and Manson which are each 30 miles away.

Amber’s leadership has directly contributed to the growth of key team members. She has mentored Vanessa Santana, who started in 2021, helping her expand her responsibilities and develop new skills, including carpet extraction. She has also worked closely with Tabitha Poldervaart, who joined FBG part-time in 2023 while also working for FedEx. Under Amber’s guidance, Tabi transitioned to full-time with FBG within months, took on additional responsibilities and continues to grow within the organization.

Hiring in rural northwest Iowa presents difficulties, but Amber has continuously found ways to build and maintain a strong, reliable team. She has developed strong relationships with clinic managers, EVS leadership and security, strengthening FBG’s partnership with UnityPoint and reducing the need for upper management involvement in the area. Additionally, she has partnered with Iowa Works in Fort Dodge to help source candidates and facilitate interviews, further supporting FBG’s staffing needs.

Amber remains committed to ensuring that every new hire is well-prepared to meet UnityPoint’s standards. She works side by side with each employee, coaching them until they confidently demonstrate the required skills before receiving their UnityPoint badge. To further support training, she has developed cheat sheets tailored to individual learning styles, ensuring success across the board.

Ana Rodriguez
Supervisor in the Cedar Rapids District
People Development and Empowerment

With over 20 years at FBG, Ana Rodriguez has exemplified what it means to be a true leader, mentor and advocate for her team. As a Supervisor in Cedar Rapids, Ana has built strong, lasting connections with employees, making her one of our best trainers. Time and time again, we hear glowing feedback from those she has mentored, praising her for her patience, support and guidance.

Ana’s compassion extends far beyond her supervisory role. She genuinely cares for those around her, always looking for ways to uplift and assist her team. One shining example of her kindness was when she noticed an employee struggling due to illness. Understanding the importance of proper nutrition, Ana took it upon herself to prepare extra meals, ensuring he had food to help him stay healthy. Her selfless actions embody the true spirit of people development and empowerment.

Her strong relationships with employees have also made her an invaluable asset when it comes to teamwork and problem-solving. Because of the trust and respect she has cultivated, employees willingly step up to help when extra support is needed. Ana’s ability to refer reliable candidates has also helped FBG efficiently fill open positions, strengthening our workforce.

Ana is not only a skilled supervisor but also a compassionate leader who ensures every employee feels seen, heard and valued. She leads with integrity, always keeping FBG’s district accounts in top shape while maintaining an unwavering commitment to her team’s success.

Ashley Miller
UnityPoint – Tipton
Quality

Ashley Miller has made a significant impact at UnityPoint-Tipton, bringing consistency and reliability to an account that previously faced challenges in maintaining service quality. Since she started, the customer has regularly expressed appreciation for her dedication and attention to detail, a testament to the outstanding work she delivers every day.

Ashley has strengthened the relationship between UnityPoint and FBG by ensuring the clinic remains clean, safe and welcoming for staff and patients alike. She takes true ownership of her responsibilities, demonstrating a strong work ethic and a commitment to excellence. Her willingness to go above and beyond to meet the customer’s expectations has not gone unnoticed.

Ashley’s reliability, eye for detail and positive attitude make her an invaluable member of the FBG team. She takes pride in her work, consistently upholding the high standards that FBG is known for. Her contributions have not only improved the quality of service at this location but have also reinforced FBG’s reputation for excellence.

Tabitha Poldervaart
UnityPoint – Trinity Wound Healing Center
Stability and Growth

Tabitha “Tabbie” Poldervaart was assigned to new clinic spaces in Fort Dodge, including Wound/PT and Express Care, which are high-profile areas that UnityPoint recently invested in. Over the past 12 months, Tabbie has received written thank-yous, treats and gifts every month from UnityPoint staff in appreciation of her hard work. This is something we have never seen in seven years of service in this area. She has taken the time to understand the unique expectations of these clinics and consistently delivers the scope of service our client requires every day.

Tabbie has repeatedly gone above and beyond in her role. When a sewer backup left a mess in the clinic late in the day, maintenance fixed the issue, but the cleanup was left to Tabbie without prior notice. She immediately responded that evening, ensuring the space was ready for patients the next morning. She has also helped cover open shifts on weekends, assisted other coworkers in different clinics with running auto-scrubbers for floor care and supported her supervisor with special projects. She is always willing to try new processes, tools and equipment to improve efficiency and service.

Beyond her work ethic, Tabbie brings a positive attitude, a great sense of humor and a strong sense of ownership to her role, which both her coworkers and clients appreciate. A busy mother of three, she continues to balance her responsibilities while making a lasting impact at FBG.

Tammy Purdy
Multiple Accounts in the Cedar Rapids District
Quality

Tammy consistently takes on challenging locations and finds solutions to ensure FBG delivers the highest standards of service. She knows nearly every account in the district, allowing her to step in and resolve issues quickly.

Recently, at a large account, Tammy stepped in to help make immediate improvements and continued to monitor quality levels, ensuring ongoing success. She is always ready to jump into any open position, assist her team or cover shifts when no other options are available. Her adaptability and dependability make her a true team player.

Her reliability is unmatched. You only need to tell Tammy something once, and she will get it done right the first time. She is someone FBG can always count on, and her commitment to quality makes a lasting impact.