Sawadtee Kup. I am Tommy Sriyuktasuth, a twenty year employee of Delta Air Lines and it is my honor to be here with you this evening.
I’m here on behalf of all of my Delta 67 colleagues. As a native of Thailand, the Mekong Build is very significant to me. To have the opportunity to assist my fellow Thai citizens while working alongside of my coworkers, the Carters and all of you has truly been my privilege.
As the world’s largest global airline, my Delta colleagues and I are proud to have shared this time with you—our new global family. We’ve had an incredible week with you. This build has been awe-inspiring and one that none of us will ever forget.
I’d like to extend a special thank you to Jonathon Reckford and Habitat for Humanity. Habitat and Delta have had a strong and productive partnership for many years. In fact, earlier this year, we joined together in six of our hub cities in the U.S. to complete the first simultaneous six-city build—raising six houses in six communities in six weeks.
Six is also a significant number for us this week as it represents the number of houses our Delta team built.
Dedication of One of Delta's 6 Houses Built
Jonathon, you and your team are amazing. Thank you for all you do.
I’d also like to recognize Dr. Chainarong Monthienvichienchai, the Chairperson of Habitat Thailand. You and your team have gone to such incredible lengths to ensure we had a wonderful time here.
And of course you hold a particularly special place in our hearts. Dr. Monthienvichienchai is the brother of Saratool Monthienvichienchai, a Delta employee who also joined us this week on the build. We very much consider you part of the Delta family. Thank you.
To the community of Chiang Mai—thank you for your warm and gracious hospitality. You have made the nation of Thailand very proud.
And finally I’d like to thank all of the volunteers and each of the families. On behalf of all of us at Delta, I offer you my sincere gratitude for allowing us to work alongside of you—building homes, building a community, and building dreams.
Delta's Force For Global Good, Thailand
Remarks given by Tommy S., Airport Customer Service, SFO
December 1st, 2009 at 10:05 pm
I was the house leader on two “Delta” homes – #37 and 38. I am not a employee of Delta (though I do fly Delta). I transitioned from corporate America three years ago, am self-employed and live in Austin, Texas. The Delta team rocks! Tommy, I do remember you. Your translation skill and building skill help make this project a success. An you write a great posting. To those who write the annual reviews of the folks who participated in this build…the Delta team acted like professionals and like a team. No whining, no fighting. They worked their butts off and really make a difference. To those who did not participate, there is always next year. Habitat projects are a lot of work but give a lot in return. I’m sure those who were here felt the “Habital high” over the Thankgiving holiday. I look forward to working with the Delta tem next year. Y’all did good. Enjoy the upcoming Holidays.