Celebrating Two Maple Legends: 86 Years of Dedication at H2O Leader
At H2O Leader, we believe that great companies are built by great people. This spring, we marked a truly special moment in our history as we celebrated the retirement of two exceptional team members who have helped shape our company from the ground up.
After 41 and 45 years of service respectively, Randy Gaudette, our long-time salesman, and Jim Williams, our dedicated production expert, are beginning a well-deserved new chapter in life. Together, they contributed a combined 86 years of experience, knowledge, and heart to H2O Leader and the entire maple industry.
To mark this milestone, we honored their careers the way a sports team would celebrate its all-time greats, by retiring their jerseys.
We presented them with custom sports shirts, each bearing their name and years of service, and hung them proudly on the walls of our building. These shirts now stand as a permanent reminder of the impact they’ve had, not just on our products and processes, but on our people and culture. It’s our way of saying: You were more than employees. You were pillars of the team.
The Voice of Trust
As a salesman, Randy Gaudette built long-lasting relationships with customers, often becoming their go-to advisor and problem-solver. With a deep understanding of both product and people, he helped grow our customer base and earned the respect and loyalty of producers across the maple world.
The Heart of the Shop
In production, Jim Williams was the steady, skilled hand behind countless innovations and daily operations. His commitment to quality, precision, and mentorship influenced generations of employees and helped us maintain the high standards we’re known for today.
A Legacy That Lives On
Their careers are testaments to loyalty, passion, and pride in craftsmanship. While they may be stepping away from day-to-day operations, their influence is woven into the fabric of H2O Leader, and always will be.
To Randy Gaudette and Jim Williams: thank you for your incredible service. Your dedication and commitment have helped define who we are, and we are proud to have had you on our team.
Enjoy this next chapter, you’ve more than earned it.
