Ricardo Ledesma, an accounting specialist, has been honored with the Provo Way Award, according to an October 19 report. Ledesma was recognized for his work in making district business processes easier and more efficient for Business Services and employees throughout the district.
Laura Zweifel, a fellow accounting specialist, nominated Ledesma for the award. Zweifel stated that Ledesma is working to make processes quicker and more user-friendly, noting that his work has a significant impact on the entire district and the School Board.
Ledesma has managed these improvements alongside his regular responsibilities while also training coworkers on new tasks. Zweifel described him as a dependable mentor who is quick to solve problems and find lasting solutions to issues. She noted that Ledesma empowers others to be successful and frequently recognizes the work of his colleagues.
While much of Ledesma's work occurs behind the scenes, the systems he improves support schools and employees across the Provo City School District. Zweifel noted that Ledesma is a humble coworker with a sense of humor who seeks to leave a legacy and make a difference within the Provo School District.