A Job Well Done

As a manager, Hooks was one of the best, his employees say. He was not afraid to pitch in and work in the bindery during busy periods, and he tried to empower his employees to solve problems. When he was selected as Manager of the Year, his employees were understandably proud.

"That was a very positive event in my life," he recalls. "It helped our customers realize that in-plants are still needed, and they are cost effective."