I Am Forest Lake" Program Celebrates Key Stakeholders Behind Forest Lake's Success

Forest Lake Development Inc. capped off 2024 with the launch of a new initiative, “I Am Forest Lake”, designed to honor the dedicated individuals who have contributed to the success of Forest Lake, the country’s premier memorial park developer.

The “I Am Forest Lake” program shines a spotlight on the employees, sellers, and sales leaders who play pivotal roles in driving the company’s growth. By sharing their personal stories and recognizing their vital contributions, the initiative highlights how Forest Lake values its people, fosters morale, and cultivates a sense of loyalty and belonging within the company.

A central aspect of “I Am Forest Lake” is its focus on motivating the company’s sales leaders by acknowledging their achievements and emphasizing their indispensable role in the company’s continued success.

The program also encourages clients and customers to share their trust and satisfaction with Forest Lake’s services, showcasing the meaningful comfort and support the company provides.

Held on December 3 at the luxurious Okada Hotel, the event underscored Forest Lake’s commitment to building deeper emotional connections with its stakeholders. Through personal success stories and heartfelt testimonials, the initiative revealed the core values of care and humanity that are integral to Forest Lake’s mission of serving families and communities.

Forest Lake President and CEO, Alfred Xerez-Burgos III, highlighted this sentiment, saying, “At Forest Lake, our success is built on the dedication of our employees, sales leaders, sellers, and the trust of our clients. Through ‘I Am Forest Lake’, we celebrate the people who make our mission of care and service possible.”

Among those honored at the event was Ruperto Rivera Jr., Group Chief Finance Officer of Forest Lake, who received recognition for his 20 years of exceptional service. Rivera’s tenure has been defined by his excellence and unwavering loyalty to the company.

Expressing his gratitude for the recognition, Rivera remarked, “Having been part of Forest Lake for two decades, I am deeply honored to be part of this celebration. It reminds us all that our work is not just about numbers—it’s about people, families, and the legacies we help create.”

Clients of Forest Lake were also featured at the event, sharing their personal testimonials about the positive impact Forest Lake’s services have had on their families and communities.

Acknowledging the contributions of all these stakeholders, HR Director Jose Antonio Xerez-Burgos emphasized, “Our employees and sellers are the heart of Forest Lake. Their stories of perseverance and dedication inspire us to continuously improve and create a workplace where everyone feels valued.”

Ultimately, “I Am Forest Lake” reinforced the idea that Forest Lake is more than just a memorial park developer—it's a “community built by people, for people.”

For more information, visit Forest Lake’s official Facebook page at fb.com/forestlakememorialparks and Instagram @forestlakememorialparks.