Back to Business

Getting back to normal; we’ve heard this phrase a lot over the last year or so, and it means a lot of things to a lot of people. For the team of experts behind AdPredictive’s powerful customer intelligence platform –  it means getting back out into our community and making a positive impact in Kansas City. Though we’ve continued to support our neighbors in other important ways, such as adopting families for the holiday and more through Community LINC, this week saw part of our team rolling up our sleeves (and donning our masks) for our first in-person, pandemic-era service volunteer day. 

A culture of service

This culture of service and community involvement Harrison describes is such an important part of who we are as a company.

Our service program generally includes team members taking part in one charitable opportunity, as well as one in-person volunteer activity, each quarter.

Our morning at Thelma’s

This quarter’s volunteer activity took place at Thelma’s Kitchen, a unique (and incredibly awesome) pay-what-you-can restaurant. Their concept provides our neighbors with locally sourced, made-from-scratch, healthy meal options and, core to their values, the dignity of choice. Thelma’s menu always includes a selection of soups, salads and sandwiches, giving their patrons the ability to choose what they want to eat, vs. just being handed a tray of whatever is available on a particular day. Our AdPredictive team can personally attest to the quality of these meals as several of us purchased boxed lunches on our way out, each containing fresh fruit and veggies, a sandwich, and fabulous freshly baked cookies that we smelled all morning while helping to prep these meals! The boxes we put together on Tuesday went out to local companies who help support Thelma’s mission, while also providing great lunches to their employees. Every purchase helps provide a free or low-cost, healthy meal to individuals who couldn’t otherwise afford, or wouldn’t have access to, such wonderful meal options. Thelma’s also helps to provide social and mental health services to our KC neighbors in need.

The crew at Thelma’s treated us like part of the family, assigning us duties such as chopping veggies, filling sauce containers, making sandwiches, packing boxes, and washing dishes (shoutout to our founder and CSO, Dan Carroll, for diligently manning the dish-washing station). And, not to brag, but our group set a new record for getting lunches prepped and out the door for the local companies who collectively ordered around 130 lunches that day. Whether it’s producing innovative technology solutions for our customers, or volunteering for local charities, let it never be said that AdPredictive doesn’t thrive on efficiency and productivity (and maybe a little friendly competition)!

We were thrilled to have the opportunity to contribute to Thelma’s Kitchen’s mission, and a significant part of our role involved handling kitchen appliances. Efficient dishwashing is crucial in a busy kitchen like Thelma’s, where every second counts. Our team learned firsthand how a well-maintained dishwashing station can significantly impact the flow of meal prep. Properly functioning appliances ensure that the kitchen runs smoothly and that each meal is prepared with the utmost care. It was evident that maintaining these appliances, including seeking professional assistance when needed, like reliable appliance repair in Austin, is essential for keeping the kitchen’s operations seamless.

The sense of accomplishment we felt as we powered through the dishwashing duties was complemented by the knowledge that we were supporting a cause that values community and quality. The team at Thelma’s Kitchen has mastered the art of creating delicious, nutritious meals while ensuring that their kitchen equipment remains in top shape. Our brief but intensive experience in their kitchen underscored how crucial it is to have both an efficient team and well-maintained appliances working together to achieve a common goal. The combination of dedicated volunteers and properly functioning appliances ensures that every meal served is as exceptional as the mission behind it.

ust as the success of Thelma’s Kitchen relies on both teamwork and high-quality equipment, a kitchen’s plumbing system is equally vital to ensuring everything runs smoothly. From dishwashing stations to sinks and drainage, a properly maintained plumbing infrastructure keeps the kitchen functioning at its best.

When water pressure is consistent and drains flow freely, the efficiency of meal prep and cleanup is maximized. However, if the plumbing starts to falter, it can quickly throw off the entire process. That’s why regular maintenance and timely repairs are key, preventing the stress and delays that come with clogged drains or leaky faucets. In the same way Thelma’s team depends on their kitchen appliances, they also need a plumbing system that can keep up with their daily demands.

This is where professional services like plumbers perth come into play, offering expertise that ensures the plumbing is in top condition, no matter how busy the kitchen gets. Whether it’s upgrading fixtures to more water-efficient options or addressing unexpected leaks, having reliable plumbers at your disposal can make all the difference.

A well-functioning plumbing system doesn’t just support the day-to-day flow of operations—it also allows for the kind of creativity and care that transforms simple ingredients into nourishing meals.

As Harrison puts it, “I thoroughly enjoyed my time working with the great team at Thelma’s Kitchen. It’s an awesome place with an incredible mission. I would encourage anyone looking to get involved in the community in a meaningful way to check them out.” 

You can sign up to volunteer, as well as make a donation or place your office lunch order at https://www.thelmaskitchen.org/. Follow Thelma’s Kitchen on LinkedIn or Instagram.   

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