Avid travelers and Lead Dogs have many commonalities! They both are dedicated, driven, and enthusiastic about their goals, whether traveling or staying ahead of the rest. Our Command Center Supervisor, Chris Harrington, is the poster child for both. He loves traveling (he has visited 38 states and nine countries) and is determined to be a Lead Dog in his role. 

A Lead Dog to Chris is someone who consistently operates to exceed expectations. An individual that stays focused on the goal and pushes ahead of it, ensuring they don’t get distracted along the way. This definition encompasses the way Chris operates.

What started as a friendly referral became a career in Satellites Unlimited country. Chris started in an admin role but journeyed forward to dispatching, routing, and call center management – landing him on a 22-year and counting stretch. He currently holds the title of Command Center Supervisor, overseeing operations for our Operation Coordinators and Route Central team. His job is to ensure everyone has the tools to succeed and all offices are supported on a daily basis. 

Being a Lead Dog, you must have the resources and skills necessary to succeed. Getting a job done takes time management, organization, and a desire to see the task through. Chris is no stranger to these essential skills. Organization is ingrained in his personality so much so that disorganization is chaotic and a source of frustration for him. Creating checklists, scheduling out his tasks and focus times, and even arriving at work before his team does are just a few of the ways Chris sets an example and achieves success as a Supervisor. 

Reminiscing on the road traveled, his 22 years have allowed him to see the company's evolution. One of our core values at Satellites Unlimited is that we are adaptable. Chris has witnessed this value in the many adjustments made to stay up-to-date in technology, recruiting, and operations. These changes paved the way for improvement in the active listening of employees in decision-making. We continually work to incorporate our people in our operational decisions. According to Chris, SUI's ability to adapt to the times makes our culture unique. 

Like our culture, Chris lives a unique life outside of Satellites Unlimited. He lives on a farm where any day could begin with the overzealous screech of hungry donkeys in his window. This living arrangement can cause a fun day or one filled with the desire to escape the craziness. Outside of this, Chris is a “history nerd” or, in more familiar terms, a history buff. The pre-1850s era is his preference, but he finds enjoyment in learning about history overall. 

As previously alluded to, Chris is an avid traveler. He wants to visit all 50 states and as many countries as he can in his lifetime. The goal of owning an RV and traveling with his dog by his side is on his bucket list, which is his long-term intention once he retires. He deserves it with all the hard work he puts in. 

Windows down, hair flying in the wind, and a heart of determination can lead anyone to a rewarding journey down Success Lane just like Chris, where the scenery alone will captivate you.