Scuttlebutt

	In this edition, we recognize an individual who inspires others through his hard work. Tom Markham was nominated by Earney White and Preston Champagne.
Thomas Markham came to work for NABORS OFFSHORE after working for Loffland overseas and NDUSA. He has worked for NODI since 1993 as a Master Electrician. Tom was heavily involved in the electrical system designs for the Tortuga Rigs 269 and 270, as well as the MASE 802 and 803 rigs, and the most recent API Rig 86. He is not only involved in the design of the systems, he also installs them during the offshore rig-up a remarkable achievement for someone who is 71 years young!		Tom is an inspiration and a mentor for those willing to learn from him, and he is often asked to share his talents with others. "In fact," says Earney White, "Tom has more energy than most people half his age!" "He takes great pride in his work, and is truly an asset to the Company," says Preston Champagne. Currently, Tom is working in the Roberds Johnson yard in Houston.

Our first Distinguished Employee -- Jimmy Ellerbe received a handsome plaque and a generous check from the Scuttlebutt Editor, Lisa Vallentine, in November. Jimmy was on location at Roberds Johnson just before Rig 86 went out to work for Shell. He was promoted to Toolpusher on the newly refurbished API Rig 86 after eight years of high standards performance on the Dolphin 105.

If you wish to nominate a candidate for the Distinguished Employee Award . . .

Send in your written nomination and photo(s) to Lisa Vallentine, Editor of the Scuttlebutt. Candidates will be reviewed by the Scuttlebutt Committee and the selection will be announced in the next issue. Information supplied must be verified by the supervisor.

MEET THE OFFICE STAFF Payroll -- those people we depend on every week. Thank you for your work!
Dennis Mainord is the manager of payroll. She has worked for NABORS/ SUNDOWNER for eight years, and has spent much of her time "talking to the rig personnel on the phone." She oversees a department of only three people who manage to get over 1,400 employees' paychecks out on time -- holiday or not!
Connie Black handles the NODI Rigs, insurance mailouts, and uniform orders.
Natalie Lopez handles all the SUNDOWNER Rigs and all catering staff.