How has this person consistently helped us achieve our mission?

There are few people within our building, and likely company, that do not know and appreciate the work of Davanté Davis. Davanté has been with the Commons for over two years – officially three in July – and he has cultivated an open, welcoming environment where our residents feel excited to exercise! He has worked with other team members to test out new, engaging activities based in movement, in addition to noticeably increasing the overall attendance to his existing classes.

Not only does Davanté support our residents’ physical safety and wellbeing, but he is always open to providing a listening ear to residents and staff members alike. Wherever he goes, he brings a peaceful, calming energy to the room, allowing for individuals to speak their minds without fear of judgment. He feels that the world of wellness extends far beyond physical activity, and that it is important to recognize how interconnected our brains are to our bodies and the world around us.

Which values do they use most when they demonstrate our mission?

Whether it is a quick “hello” in the hallway or a scheduled individual exercise session, Davanté cherishes the relationships that he builds with everyone in our building. Davanté leans even further to relationship building with his individual exercise caseload; he personalizes exercise routines for every resident he sees individually and meets them where they are at. He has also connected with various team members throughout Hilltop to learn from them, share ideas, and get information that has helped him build up how we can best serve our residents in the world of fitness and wellness. Davanté’s dedication to growth – personal, professional, and interpersonal – is seen every day; he will bring a seedling of an idea to a 1:1 meeting at the beginning of the month, and it will have blossomed into something we can implement before the next month starts.

How would highlighting this person as a Mission Champion help us spread our mission to others at Hilltop?

Highlighting Davanté Davis as a Mission Champion would show how creating connections on an individual level truly benefits our community overall. He consistently helps residents and staff members alike grow their own confidence and he urges us to be the best version of ourselves that we can. Davanté beautifully showcases how we can support each other to create an inclusive and dynamic community where everyone belongs.