Congratulations to Paul Edwards. Representing Rytech South Florida West Coast.
Paul Edwards acquainted himself with Rytech gradually, through his friend David Ayers, already a long time member of the family. Beginning in 2006 David worked to become Rytech’s Assistant Director of Operations. David and Paul shared much of that time with their mutual love of drag racing and working on cars. Paul has now been with Rytech just over 6 years and says, “I’m not looking back!”
With extensive background in mechanics, but little in water restoration, the jump was a challenge but, his former conditions made the transition much easier. Paul, an outdoorsy person, previously worked inside, in a factory, where the routine, the monotony and the clock punching were particularly frustrating–especially for someone who liked to race cars. It was a glaring contrast with the Rytech stories he heard from David. There wasn’t just a family at Rytech, there was also a daily routine that was, well…not routine at all.
He doesn’t have children of his own, yet… but Paul and his fiance of nine years, Brandy, are raising her 17 year old brother, Ethan, together.
Brandy has full custody of her brother and the whole clan shares a love for animals. “We have a bunch of animals” he says, “three big dogs, including a Saint Bernard.” This, and Paul’s love of fishing, especially for sharks, helps him leave behind the old factory doldrums. “I have a lot of fish tanks” he says.
Paul and Brandy both smile about their long engagement but, their bond is strong. He’s only 32 himself but “We’re enjoying raising a teenager together” Paul says. And Brandy’s glad Paul found a home at Team Rytech. Conversely, he takes pride in her success… “She’s studying to be a Nurse Practitioner and currently works as a successful Registered Nurse in Home Health Care.” It all just fits so well.
When asked to name his most challenging Rytech dryout, Paul thinks back to Naples Florida to a site that felt like it was over 10,000 square feet “… and we had to hustle to get the place dry to keep any mold from forming. It literally involved the entire house and was probably the biggest and most extensive job I’ve been involved in.”
Other than fishing, his off time is mostly about trying to increase the speed of his ’93 Camaro. “How else can I run neck and neck with David?” And David says of Paul.. “Rytech is blessed to have him as an employee. He’s one of the best at documenting a file and provides great customer service. He’s also a very good friend… even if his car is slower.”
“There’s a reason I’ve worked here for over six years. I love my boss and the management here is great” Paul said. But actions speak more than words, like when Paul broke his femur a year ago in a freak accident and didn’t have short term disability. “Still, the company really worked with me. They care about me as a person and value my presence here.”
Congratulations Paul Edwards on what is likely to be just the first of many Ryte-Tech Awards!
June 2020‐Honorable Mentions
Derick Ayers – Rytech of South Florida West Coast (FL)
Johnny Morris – Rytech of Northwest Georgia (GA)
Dakota Wenstrup – Rytech of the Upstate (SC)
