TVS, Dover Foods Expand Leadership Team
In this period of growth and evolution, Transylvania Vocational Services (TVS) and Dover Foods are proud to announce the expansion of their leadership team. Recently, Chris Kelly, VP of Food Safety and Quality Assurance, and Mark Murphy, Chief Operating Officer (COO), joined the team, bringing…
James Rigsby Celebrates a Decade at TVS
James Rigsby is celebrating his 10th anniversary at TVS as a level III Material Handler. Over the last decade, James has gained experience and grown with TVS. “I have learned to adapt to new things and to have more patience," he said. "I enjoy getting to provide needs for production. I really love…
TVS DSP Carolyn Trapp celebrates 15th anniversary!
Residential Direct Support Professional (DSP) Carolyn Trapp is celebrating her 15th anniversary at TVS! “Carolyn has brought us a wealth of knowledge and lived experience,” said Carla Hill, TVS Programs Director. “She is a dedicated and loyal TVS employee. She has shared her compassion with us for…
TVS Reaches 365 Days of Safety!
For the first time in three years, TVS is celebrating 365 days without a lost time accident! “I just want to give a big thank you to everybody,” said Safety and Security Manager Jackie Compton. “It takes every single person to reach a goal such as this.” To say thank you, TVS provided all employees…
TVS Employee Specialist Katie Pace Retires
“To be successful at job development, an Employment Specialist must be able to use skills and experience as well as, have a creative imagination. They must be able to imagine individuals who may not appear to have the capability to perform certain tasks completing those tasks,” said TVS Program…
Successful Art Showing for TVS No Limits Artists
During the month of April, the art exhibit “Just Passing Through” was shown at the Transylvania Community Art Council (TCArts) gallery. This annual show promoting the Transylvania Vocational Services (TVS) “ No Limits” artists highlights a variety of subject matter, different medias, and lots of…
Alicia O'Shields Celebrates a Decade at TVS
“Alicia is the happiest when she is able to get stuff done,” said friend and coworker Cathy Miller. “If she wants it, she goes and gets it.” From driving a forklift truck or pallet jack, to organizing ingredient set-ups, Alicia O’Shields is a jack-of-all-trades and does a little bit of everything at…
TVS featured on 2023 Comporium Phone Directory
TVS was featured on the 2023 Comporium Phone Directory in Transylvania County. We are proud to have our story and mission shared with the community. The inside story reads: ABOUT OUR COVER When you take a trip to the grocery store, you may not think of it as a privilege. Instead, you’re probably…
DSP Karen Benson celebrates a decade at TVS
“How can someone be a breath of fresh air and take your breath away at the same time?” asks Program Director Carla Hill. “Karen is a bundle of energy that brings joy, light, and care to the people she supports and her coworkers. There is no one like her.” Karen Benson is celebrating her 10th…