At CrossCountry, we know great work doesn’t happen by accident. It’s powered by people who bring intention, collaboration, and a little extra spark to everything they do. Beyond delivering standout results for our clients, our teams actively shape a culture grounded in growth, connection, and meaningful impact. That’s what creating A Better Experience looks like in action, and it’s fueled by the Core Values that guide us every day: Collaboration, Energy, Excellence, and Impact.
Excellence, in particular, is not a one-time achievement. It’s a mindset. It shows up in the details people refine, the standards they raise, and the moments where “good enough” quietly gets replaced with “let’s make this even better.” Here, excellence is less about perfection and more about consistency and raising the bar just a little higher each time.
And while it might not always come with a spotlight, we see it everywhere. In the thoughtful extra step, the process that suddenly works smarter, the client moment that lands just right. These are the everyday decisions that build trust, strengthen teams, and create the kind of impact that lasts.
Each quarter, we take a moment to celebrate the people and teams who bring these values to life in a real way. Through peer nominations, we get a front-row seat to the moments that might otherwise go unnoticed but absolutely deserve recognition.
So, what does excellence actually look like across our firm? Take a look at how some of our Core Value winners define it in their own words.
“Excellence is important to me because it is a bar to build quality products. As a data engineer and AI specialist, I need to ensure that the solutions created are technically robust and fulfill the needs of customers. If I don’t think robustly, my solutions will break quickly.” – Jay Gonzalez, Associate Director, Business Transformation
“Excellence is important to me because it builds trust – with my team and clients. I believe excellence isn’t about perfection, but about consistency, accountability, and always looking for ways to improve.” – Maryna Shaw, Manager, Coupa
“Excellence is important to me because I hold a high standard for myself, my colleagues, and the work we deliver. I believe in consistently striving to produce thoughtful, high-quality solutions that create real value for our clients and help build lasting, trusting relationships in the process.” – Jared Hand, Associate Director, Sage Intacct
“Excellence is important to me because it reflects who I am and how I show up in my work. When I pursue excellence, I’m not just completing tasks – I’m creating outcomes I can be proud of and contributing value that truly matters. It’s about delivering work that is reliable, thoughtful, and impactful.” – Ginger Steele, Experienced Manager, Sage Intacct