Microphone on. Lighting adjusted. Notepad out and ready. These are one of the many things I do prior to jumping on a video interview with a potential applicant. As we start to plan for upcoming events this spring, summer and fall, we’re back into “go mode” where we are recruiting and interviewing new staff, and at the same time, connecting with our previous staff to check in. It’s a fun, busy time, but we love every minute of it.

One year ago, our first event was cancelled due to COVID-19, and like some sort of twilight world, many of us were thrown a major loop and forced into this new sort of normal. Yet here we are, moving forward the best that we can. The past year has in some ways, felt like a pause, but as we plan for upcoming events we’ve quickly realized that there was no pause. Life did not stop. We’ve reconnected with past staff, some who have gotten married, had a child or decided to venture into the world of pet ownership. Others found love, new careers or bought a house. And some had a rough year. But life did not stop.

We started this business because we like people; its what we’re all about. The stories we’ve heard while reconnecting with our staff have been truly inspiring. Some took time this past year to create women riding groups (supporting women in motorsports); others created GoFundMe’s to support friends who have faced significant hardships. Others decided to start their own business due to sudden unemployment. The stories are endless, inspiring and empowering. There have been a few times during interviews and what I like to call “catch up calls” that I have found myself without words; unsure of what to say, while other times congratulating someone on their tenacity and perseverance to move forward in a time where we didn’t think we could.

Sometimes our lives get so incredibly busy that we forget to take a moment to check in, to ask personal questions about friends, family, furry loved ones, life… and this past year has allowed us, at Backwoods Promotions, to take a moment to do just that. We’re excited to connect with you all again soon, and can’t wait to hear more stories. At the end of the day, that’s what its all about.

 Microphone off. Lighting dimmed. Notepad full.

Let's do this.