Welcome back to our “Get to Know Our Team” series! This week, we have a very special team member to highlight — our founder’s daughter, Abby Palya who is a Client Success Specialist at Gus Gear.
Q: Where do you call home?
A: Butler, PA
Q: What’s your professional background?
A: I have worked mostly with Gus Gear as an adult, though I spent some time as an RA at Kent State, and worked in Aldi’s distribution center.
Q: How did you come to work at Gus Gear?
A: I’ve been surrounded by Gus Gear since my mom Sarah started it in 2011. I worked on and off for the company throughout my childhood, in the summers during college, and now I hope to be full time by the end of the year.
Q: Choose three words to describe Gus Gear.
A: Motivated, vibrant, innovative
Q: Choose three words to describe yourself.
A: Creative, versatile, independant
Q: What issue or cause are you passionate about?
A: I really enjoy supporting local or small businesses, and shopping second-hand as I believe combating over consumption is important.
Q: Do you have any hobbies? If so, what are they?
A: I enjoy making food and art, playing video games, and being outside in nature.
Q: What’s your favorite quote, or a quote you feel describes your life?
A: “Change is inevitable, growth is optional.” - John Maxwell
If you have any questions for our team members about Gus Gear products, contact us today! Our mission is to build a community of caregivers — that includes our team, your family, and your team of healthcare providers.