Edmonton, Alberta — On Sept. 14, CARSTAR Ellerslie, part of the CARSTAR Johnny K Group, held an Olympic-themed Staff Appreciation Day–dubbed the JKCG Olympics–where staff competed in a variety of activities to foster team spirit and camaraderie.
Johnny Kloeckes, owner of six CARSTAR locations in the Edmonton, Alta., area, spearheaded this event. An advocate for community initiatives and raising funds for CARSTAR’s charity of choice, Cystic Fibrosis Canada, Kloeckes decided to add a charitable twist to the day, raising a total of $700 for the charity.
CARSTAR Johnny K Group staff participated in classic “Olympic events” like cornhole, ladder golf, a pit-stop challenge, a basketball shootout–even double axe-throwing was an event option.
Another highlight of the event–a dunk tank where staff could bid to dunk their boss or coworker. The dunk tank raised $350 for Cystic Fibrosis, with a $350 matching donation from Kloeckes.
The event also featured face painting, henna tattoos, a cotton candy machine, swag bags and a barbecue.
“I’m thrilled to see our team come together for the JKCG Olympics,” said Kloeckes. “This event is about more than having fun–it’s about celebrating our hard work and dedication while supporting a cause that means so much to us.”
“Events like the JKCG Olympics highlight the strength of our CARSTAR family,” said Ed Comerford, area manager of operations for CARSTAR Canada. “It’s inspiring to see our employees come together to have fun while making a difference in our community.”
