Upon opening it, I read the following hand written:

Dave,

Congratulations on being named a finalist in the Circle of Success – Hero of Valor Award. I know that when people like you see something that needs to be done – you take action. Thank you for setting an example for us all in saving the poeple and animals from the burning building!

Good luck!

Brad

I was rather shocked, as this was something that happened last year. I’ll let the article in the Employee Newsletter explain it:

Comcast Techs Rush to Aid Fire Victims: 

A fire broke out last week inside a four-story apartment building across the street from the Seattle office. Smoke and flames shooting were from the third floor, and three Seattle technicians, David Thomas, Dave Wyble and Eric Laumatia quickly ran across the street and into the smoke-filled building. They went door-to-door to alert residents and help them vacate the building. But their aid didn’t end there: they also rescued animals from the building. In addition, one resident had advanced stage multiple sclerosis and was unable to leave the building without emergency help, and Eric Laumatia sat with her until rescue crews arrived.

This was totally unexpected and I had not sought any type of acknowledgement or such. Just the thank yous from all these people was enough. So i’m very thankful for being selected as a finalist.

Oh, and the free luncheon at the awards ceremony.