Michael Forte is the Manatee County Tax Collector's Employee of the Quarter (Published 04-29-2024)
Bradenton - The Manatee County Tax Collector’s office is pleased to announce that Michael Forte has been recognized as the Employee of the Quarter for the 2nd quarter of 2024. An employee of the Tax Collector’s office since 2020, Michael has shown dedication and commitment to the CSAD (Customer Service and Associate Development) department and has exemplified excellence in every aspect of his work.
In addition to his regular duties serving on the front counter at the DeSoto location, Michael continuously goes above and beyond his role, actively seeking opportunities to assist management and innovate new ideas and approaches to serving the public. He is known for delivering work of the highest quality, maintaining quality control standards amongst the highest in the organization, serving over 2,500 customers in the past year, and regularly achieving perfect attendance. “Michael shines at whatever job or project he takes on”, said CSAD Director Tony Conboy. “We are incredibly fortunate to have him as part of our team”.
Michael has also shown remarkable versatility by continuously participating in various programs, including being an important part of the office’s new hire training program, as well as training employees on the organization’s remote assistant system.
“Michael’s contributions have been absolutely invaluable to this team”, Tax Collector Ken Burton Jr. stated. “We are very appreciative for his hard work, dedication, and the indelible impact his work has had on our office”.
Michael represents the Office's core values of customer focus, innovation, future focus, integrity and respect, teamwork, excellence and accountability, and community and social responsibility. He receives an Employee of the Quarter trophy, a merit certificate, a reserved parking space, a themed casual day, and a bonus vacation day.
The mission of the Manatee County Tax Collector's Office is to perform our duties with integrity and respect, focusing on innovation and serving with excellence.
Manatee County Tax Collector is a 2011 Governor's Sterling Award Recipient.
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