Our “Employee Spotlight” Series features a new Waldner’s employee every month! As a fourth-generation family-operated,
women-owned business with over 140 employees across 3 office locations, Waldner’s builds on the talents and experiences of each employee to help each other succeed and provide the best support for our clients.

Waldner’s employees come from different backgrounds bringing unique talents, diversity of thought, and a variety of cultural perspectives along with them. The intention behind this series is for you to get to know the talented, motivated and engaged Waldner’s employees on a more personal level.

This month’s Employee Spotlight is on Director of Finance, Jake Hambel! We asked him a series of fun questions in a Q&A format, read below!

“What are 3 words you would use to describe yourself?”

I would describe myself as considerate, easygoing, and humorous.

Jake enjoying the sunset with his daughters Riley (4) and Madison (2).

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“What are your hobbies and interests outside of work?”

Most of my free time is dedicated to playing video games (all platforms), listening to music, and watching sports (NY Islanders, NY Giants & Georgia Bulldogs) or playing with my girls Riley (4) & Madison (2)!

“What is something you can’t live without?”

INTERNET. I’m not ashamed to admit it either.

Jake, his wife Katie and his two girls outside their home.

“What do most people not now about you?”

As a child, I took an interest in acting after playing Macbeth in my 3rd grade elementary school play. I went on to audition for a role in M. Night Shyamalan’s 2002 hit movie “Signs”. It was an open casting, clearly, I didn’t get the role, and my dreams were crushed thanks to Rory Culkin.

“What gets you up in the morning?”

During the week, an ice-cold Redbull or other energy drink. I know they’re bad for me, but I can’t stop. If it’s the weekend, my screaming children will make sure to get me up and out of bed nice and early!

Jake and his wife Katie catching an Islanders game at UBS Arena

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Our "Employee Spotlight" Series features a new Waldner's employee every month! As a fourth-generation family-operated, Women-Owned business with over 100 employees across 3 office locations, Waldner's builds on the talents and experiences of each employee to help each other succeed and [...]