PORTLAND, Ore. – Values are only valuable when they are authentically lived. Based on that idea,
preneed sales and marketing leader Precoa recently honored the people who embody their mission and
values.
The awards were determined through a peer-nomination process that included hundreds of nominees.
Each award winner was announced with a heartfelt introduction illustrating how they exemplified
Precoa’s values.
"People are central to our purpose of enriching life through meaningful connection"
“People are central to our purpose of enriching life through meaningful connection,” said Michael
Hornibrook, president of Precoa. “I’m humbled and grateful for all the talented people at Precoa and
their commitment to our shared values.”
Please join us in congratulating and learning about those who we have recognized for their authentic
embodiment of Precoa’s set of core values and beliefs:
Sean Riley
Regional Director Sean Riley earned the Never Stop Progressing Award. Each year, Advance Funeral
Planners in Sean’s territory thrive due to his coaching and leadership, and this was especially true
in 2022. He has been unwavering in his attentiveness and regard towards others, regardless of the
circumstances. Sean is also a Marine who currently serves our country in the Army Reserves.
Ashley Hauser
Ashley Hauser, Business Development Senior Manager, was honored for Aspirational Drive and
Commitment. Ashley is “always one step ahead.” She helps onboard new Precoa partners so they can
begin preplanning more families. She is an invaluable member of every team she is on, always
reviewing how she can be better, anticipating potential issues and addressing them before they
surface.
Joe
Hill
Always Act In Kindness winner Joe Hill was honored for being intentional about reaching out to both
new and veteran employees to recognize them for the good they do. Hill, a senior planner with
Precoa’s first-in-the-industry Funeral Planning Center (FPC), is a beacon of kindness and
positivity. “I believe Joe makes it his mission to uplift others around him, and he does it
beautifully,” says FPC Director Matt West.
Faith Bennett
Faith Bennett, Agency Account Strategist for @Need Marketing, earned the award for Working Together
With Trust. Faith was described in one nomination as “the kindest, most positive person I know." She
keeps people's trust by going the extra mile to do things for her team and purposefully attends
events and meetings to get to know the business better.
Taylor Surby
Taylor Surby, Manager of Account Operations, is “the most open & inclusive person, always trying to
get to know new people,” her nomination for the Enjoy Connection award states. “Her positivity
brings out the best in people.” She not only shows kindness within Precoa, but her work for Precoa
Gives Back allows communities throughout Portland and across the country to feel her love and grace.
Sean Wheaton
Senior Brand Copywriter Sean Wheaton was honored for Results-focused Craftsmanship. Sean has gone
above and beyond to craft the voice of Precoa and create compelling, thought provoking, and
meaningful copy in nearly all aspects of Precoa's reach. He always makes the time to lend his talent
and skills to projects that are much larger than his specific role.
Maurnet Kingston
Corporate strategist Maurnet Kingston “fully exemplifies” the Thoughtful Problem Solving award.
There is no problem too ambiguous or complex for Maurnet. She finds a productive path forward, and
is an incredible critical thinker, always focused on the people at the center of her work.
For the first time, Precoa honored a Precoa Life Ambassador. The Precoa Life framework was launched
in 2022 as an intentional strategy for strengthening our culture as we continue to grow.
Amanda Wheaton
Amanda Wheaton, Recruitment Marketing Associate, was recognized by her peers for the ways in which
she champions Precoa Life principles and applies them to any team. Amanda approaches problems with
humility, energy, and positivity, and has been instrumental in transforming how we support
attracting top talent.
To learn more about Precoa and our values-driven workplace, please visit precoa.com/values
