December 8, 2025 | Issue 9

Somehow it’s already December, and everywhere you look, our teams are finding ways to end the year with purpose.

From the Maryland team’s walk for families to the small celebrations happening onsite, this month is about acknowledging the real effort and connection happening across our programs.

Thanks for everything you do as we close out the year together.

🎉 Congrats to November's New Hires and Promotions! 🎉

⚒️ Operations & Support

LaQuanda McCoullum, Manager of Employee Relations

📍 Regional & District Leadership

Darlene Alcantara, Area Manager, California

Ashley Powell, Area Manager, Alabama

Breanna Layman, Area Manager, Texas

Kenyua Richardson, Assistant Area Manager, California

🏫 Site Leadership & Educators

Site Directors: 26

Group Leaders & Assistants: 104

Haven’t downloaded AB Pulse yet? Now’s the perfect time!

Download the app by December 15th, and you’ll be automatically entered into a drawing to win a $50 Gift-O-Gram.

Stay connected, get important updates, and you might just snag a holiday treat!

For credentials contact: internalcomms@alphabest.org

AB Ascend: Growing Our Site Directors

We’re investing in our Site Directors with a new program that combines education, career coaching, and real-world internships.

Ready to grow with us?

👉 Learn more about AB Ascend

Employee Spotlight: Maryland Team

This month, we’re celebrating our Maryland team, which participated in a community walk to raise awareness about families experiencing homelessness.

Their dedication to community service shows their compassion both inside and outside AlphaBEST.

See the Maryland team in action on AB Pulse

This Month's Poll: Holiday Parties!

’Tis the season for holiday fun!

Teams across AlphaBEST are hosting parties, sharing treats, and spreading cheer. Cast your vote in this month’s poll and let us know how your team celebrates.

Take the Poll

Get Spotlighted in the Pulse Check Newsletter!

We want to show off the amazing things happening across our sites. Share updates from your location. Celebrate a team win. Lift up a teammate’s success.

Posting on AB Connections in AB Pulse gives you the chance to be featured in our upcoming employee newsletter when you follow the guidelines.

💬 Add your site location

🗣️ Share what is happening at your site

🌈 Keep content supportive, respectful, and fun

Submit your post to AB Connections

Job Openings

Explore new opportunities and find your next step toward professional growth.

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Share wins with your Team!

You can now share shout-outs, celebrations, and everyday wins directly in your State Communities on AB Pulse. It’s a simple way to recognize great moments, lift each other up, and keep positivity moving across your program.

If you haven’t downloaded the app yet, this is a great time to jump in and be part of the conversation.

👉 Download AB Pulse today on Apple or Android.

Or use the web app!

📧 Email i nternalcomms@alphabest.org for your login credentials.

Share Your Career Story

At AlphaBEST, your role is the start of something bigger — a launchpad for your career. Tell us how you’ve learned, grown, and launched along the way, and inspire others with your journey.

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