Editor,

I had the great pleasure of working for Tim for six years in his capacity as president of Trelleborg Sealing Solutions Americas. As Trelleborg was my first job post-college, Tim set the bar sky-high for any and all employers I may have the rest of my career.

I still remember the first time I met him. During my interview, I was given a tour that included a stop by his office. You would think that the president of a company would be too busy to speak with a lowly potential co-op college student, but with Tim you would be wrong. He stopped what he was doing and warmly welcomed me, asking me a couple of questions about myself. He made me feel like I was every bit as important as he was.

Over the next several years, I can tell you that my first impression of him never waned. In my role as marketing communications manager, I had the opportunity to work with Tim’s direct staff on a daily basis. Through both observation and interaction, it was clear that there was genuine respect and admiration for Tim on the part of everyone who worked for him. I’d go further to say that while yes, Tim was the boss, he was more of a mentor to those lucky enough to work for him.

Tim is a true leader. He is honest, honorable, hard-working, compassionate, engaging, confident and has great vision. He is a man of integrity and one who inspires the same from those around him. As a result, he is always successful and delivers results beyond expectations.

While celebrating with Tim and his wife Robin at their wedding reception, I sat with him and he talked to me about the joys of Langley and the surrounding areas. “I’ve found my people,” he told me, a look of complete contentment on his face.

It is for these reasons that I wholeheartedly endorse Tim. The people of Langley are lucky to have him and will certainly be proud to call him mayor!

WENDY SACK

Cullman, Alabama