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October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month and has been recognized since 2003 as an effort through collaboration between the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the National Cyber Security Alliance. We celebrate this National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (NCSAM) by sharing with our end-user community security tips that you can use at work and at home.

Imagine a world where technology could solve all our cybersecurity problems! Organizations like Gravity rely on antivirus software, firewalls, and software updates to protect our devices and data. However, even the most robust security system in the world cannot provide 100% protection from human elements.

We all have been made aware of phishing. Phishing continues to be one of the most popular methods of attack used by bad actors and cybercriminals, but surprisingly and sadly, this is not the only method used.

Voice Phishing, or Vishing, is an attack where scammers use phone calls or voice messages to impersonate legitimate businesses and trick you into giving them money or revealing personal information. These calls can be made by humans, computer systems, or robocalls. Criminals may also spoof phone numbers that belong to actual companies or individuals to deceive you. Text Phishing or Smishing is a cybersecurity attack carried out over mobile text messaging or mobile messaging apps to your smartphone or tablet. The end-user is prompted to open a link to access a website or app. The link may take you to a login page, and once the end user enters their credentials, the device is infected and compromised. Below are examples of common Vishing and Smishing Scams.

Demands for payment. The scammer pretends to be a government or collection agency and threatens jail time if payment is not made.

Account verification. The scammer poses as an employee of your bank or credit card company and states that unusual activity has been identified. You are asked to provide personal information to verify your account.

Program Enrollment. The scammer represents themselves as a representative of a government program and suggests that your enrollment was placed on hold. You are asked for personal or financial information needed to complete the enrollment.

Order/ Shipping Confirmation. The scammer notifies you of an issue with one of your packages and asks for more information to expedite your package. Winning a prize. The scammer informs you that you won a contest, and to receive payment, you must provide personal information to your financial institution.

If you feel you are a target, here are some tips to help protect yourself from Phishing, Vishing, and Smishing scams:

Pause, think, and act. Scammers have a sense of urgency to trick you into doing what they want. Do not take the bait; take time to think about what you will do. Ask questions and investigate. Visit the organization's website directly to ensure you are communicating with the actual entity.

Do not answer the phone or respond to texts from unknown sources. If they can’t reach you, then you cannot be scammed.

Verify the source. If you receive a message from someone who says they represent a company or a government agency, hang up and contact them using the contact information posted on the organization’s website. Make sure you investigate and do not use information that the scammer provides.

Enable strong security on your accounts. Create strong and unique passwords. Do not share your passwords. Use password generators and managers to develop a more complex password and store it securely if possible. Enable MFA when available as an added layer of protection for your online accounts.

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Greg Privett

Mechanic - NG Generator

Oklahoma City

Chris Tinsley

Director of Water Infrastructure Admin

Odessa Business Office

112 2

Ryahn Shaw

Mechanic - NG Generator

Odessa

Trace Hight

Chief Commercial Officer

Odessa Business Office

4 4

Colby McLain Coordinator

Bossier City

Rusty Reagan, Jr.

SWD Foreman

Permian Disposal

6 6

Armando Olague Lujan

Roustabout

Big Spring

113 3

Spencer Gerke

Natural Gas Field Tech

Greeley

Tanner Burgener

Field Technician I

Douglas

7 7

3 3 8 8

Craig Nipper

Shop Hand

Oklahoma City

Todd Ashbacher

Mechanic - NG Generator

Odessa

Anna Gabaldon Coordinator

Pecos

Pat Smith

Credit Collections Analyst

114 4 115 5

117 7

Mark Bodine

Field Technician II

Dickinson

Jeff Mordica

Regional Sales Rep

Charlotte

Michael Cain

Lead Coordinator

Oakdale

Jazmin Sanchez

Accounting Associate II

Odessa Business Office

Zach Gaver

Commercial Counsel

Houston Corporate Office

Jaime Cantu, Jr.

Field Technician I

Charlotte

Brad Smith

Vice President -

Power & Rental Sales

Odessa Business Office

Cameron Tweedy

Field Technician II

Dickinson

Byron Hailey III

Houston Corporate Office 111 1

Vice President - Water Infrastructure

Houston Corporate Office

Javier Ponce

Mechanic - Equipment

Artesia

This month, we are thrilled to announce the relocation of our former Shreveport branch to a more suitable and strategic location in Bossier City. This move is a testament to our commitment to providing our impressive team with the best possible environment for their daily operations.

What Dustin Appreciates About His Team:

Dustin values teamwork and camaraderie within the branch. He also highlights the importance of communication and service quality, which have contributed to retaining current customers and gaining new business. Dustin appreciates the hard work and attentiveness of his team members in fulfilling their daily responsibilities.

What Makes the Branch Special:

The branch's special qualities include an emphasis on teamwork and loyalty. The team takes pride in going above and beyond for both customers and employees. They tackle problems creatively and work collaboratively to find efficient solutions. This commitment to exceptional service and problem-solving anch apart.

BRANCH STATS BRANCH STATS

Branch Details

Branch Name: Bossier City

Power Generation & Containment Solutions

Branch Manager: Dustin

Niemietz

Director of Operations -

Central: Adam Garcia

Employee Count: 1 Branch Manager, 1 Coordinator, 1

Admin, 1 Shop Foreman, 1

Mechanic, 4 NG Field Techs, 1 Field Tech, 2 Sales

Representatives

Primary Customers:

Spartan

BPX

SFS

Equipment Used:

Light towers

Diesel / Nat Gas generators

Super vacs

Trash trailers

Shaker washers

Cooling trailers

Fluid pumps

Area containment

Mud tanks

Frack tanks

Open and sealed storage vessels

Winch trucks

This month, we are excited to bring you to Asada Mexican Grill in Lubbock, TX. Located just 2.9 miles from our Lubbock Business Office, Asada Mexican Grill prides itself on using only the freshest ingredients in their authentic recipes.

Fast and casual Mexican cuisine is at your fingertips at Asada Mexican Grill. Their recipes come straight from Mexico and are rich in flavor. All of their tortillas are homemade, and their full-of-flavor carne asada is marinated for 24 hours. The chicken breast is homemade, marinated, and grilled to perfection. The barbacoa is slow-cooked with Mexican spices to add to the authentic flavors. Their red and green salsas are also made in-house as well!

Locally owned, Asada opened its doors in May of 2022 and has quickly become a favorite of the Lubbock community and Texas Tech students with lunch and dinner options.

LOCAL FAVORITES LOCAL FAVORITES

sada Tacos –grilled skirt steak, choice of side

Al Pastor Tacos –

marinated pork with pineapple, choice of side

Pollo Tacos –grilled chicken breast, choice of side

FLEET MANAGER

Joining our company in 2012, this month’s spotlight employee quickly established herself as a standout performer. Her impressive work ethic and determination have made her a reliable and trusted colleague, admired by both peers and supervisors alike.

Nominated by many Gravity employees, and from our unstoppable Remote Workforce, we bring you Dava Robbins!

In addition to her professional achievements, Dava is a genuinely kind and compassionate person. She consistently demonstrates empathy and concern for her colleagues, making her a beloved member of our workplace community.

HOMETOWN: SNYDER, TX

FAVORITE FOOD: CHEESECAKE WILL SOLVE ALL HER PROBLEMS

FAVORITE HOBBY: CROCHETING

FAVORITE QUOTE:

“We are the music makers, we are the dreamers of dreams ”

Roald Dahl – Willie Wonka and The Chocolate Factory

I get to work with all the employees of our company. From the CEO to the shop hands, I enjoy helping all the people I come in contact with each day. My father, my mother, and my husband.

My family has always been an oilfield family. My dad worked in the oilfield when I was growing up, and we moved all over the state to the oilfield towns so that he could work. I can still smell crude in the air and be reminded of his work clothes and Momma telling him they stunk and him saying, “Mary Lou, that’s the smell of money.” My dad’s family is huge, and they all primarily work in the oilfield, so I guess you could say it’s a family thing. It has its ups and downs, and when it is down, it is a hard down, but my dad has always made it through. My parents divorced when I was young, and my mother worked very hard to provide for my brother and me. She was incredibly funny and loved singing throughout the day, but she worked hard. I learned the value of hard work from both my parents, and I also learned that no matter what is going on around you, sometimes you just need to sing a little song and push through your day.

I married my husband, Brad, in 1995. He also worked in the oilfield. He had to do many jobs to support our family, so he returned to college. I worked more than one job during this time, and when he finished, I went back. It wasn't easy with 2 kids in school and an infant, but I made it. We have been married for 28 years. We have lost parents, a child, and other loved ones, but we have persevered and made our lives stronger. We live on a 90-acre farm with dogs, cats, goats, and chickens. Our grandchildren love coming to the farm in the summer.

I love working for Gravity. I have been here for 11 years and plan on many more. Since joining the remote workforce, I haven’t missed a beat. I still have community with my co-workers daily either on one phone or on Teams. I can honestly say that I enjoy my workday and feel the feeling of making a difference is a bonus.

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Noel Carlos, Jr.

Field Technician I

Artesia

Chris Fitzgerald Field Technician II

Dickinson

Justen Hinkle

Mechanic - Equipment

Cleburne

Derek Huckins

SWD Foreman

Watford City

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Joseph Miller, Jr.

Winch Truck Operator

Oklahoma City

Michael Rodriquez

Field Technician I

Odessa

John Seikel

Regional Sales Representative

Oklahoma City

Stephanie Worden

Regional Sales Representative

Oklahoma City

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"it takes hard work to be successful in business"

noun a great deal of effort or endurance.

October 4th - Dickinson Power Generation – Dickinson, ND

October 6th - Oklahoma Power Generation & Containment Solutions –

Oklahoma City, OK

Pecos Power Generation and Containment Solutions – Pecos, TX

October 11 - Gravity Water Midstream – Big Spring, TX

Cleburne Repair Facility – Cleburne, TX

McKenzie Energy Partners – Watford City, ND

October 12th- Charlotte Power Generation and Containment Solutions –

Charlotte, TX

Artesia Power Generation & Containment Solutions – Artesia, NM

October 13th - Bossier City Power Generation & Containment Solutions –

Bossier City, LA

Odessa Power Generation & Containment Solutions – Odessa, TX

October 16th - Snyder Business Office – Snyder, TX

October 17th - Greeley Power Generation – Greeley, CO

Lubbock Business Office – Lubbock, TX

October 19th - Douglas Power Generation – Douglas, WY

October 20th - Oakdale Power Generation – Oakdale, PA

October 25th - Williston Power Generation – Williston, ND

October 26th - Odessa Business Office – Odessa, TX

How many pounds of candy corn are produced each year?

A. 1 million pounds

B. 10 million pounds

C. 35 million pounds

What was used before pumpkins to make jack o'lanterns?

A. Potatoes and Turnips

B. Wood

C. Cantelopes

The World Series of Major League Baseball always starts in October. The first World Series took place on October 1, 1903. Which two teams played in this first World Series game?

A. Boston Americans Vs. Pittsburgh Pirates

B. St. Louis Reds Vs. Pittsburgh Pirates

C. Boston Americans Vs. Chicago White Stockings

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Answer: C

A whopping 35 million pounds of candy corn is made every year—amounting to about 9 billion pieces

Answer: A

The Irish, who started the tradition, first used potatoes and turnips for jack o'lanterns before finding that pumpkins were actually much easier to carve. In England, large beets were sometimes used.

Answer: A

Boston Americans Vs. Pittsburgh Pirates. The Boston Americans (now Red Sox) were a dominant team in the new league, defeating the Pittsburgh Pirates in the first World Series in 1903 and winning four more championships by 1918.

Released on October 1, 1908, the Ford Model T was a self-starting vehicle with a left-sided steering wheel, featuring an enclosed fourcylinder engine with a detachable cylinder head and a one-piece cylinder block. Fashioned from vanadium alloy steel, it offered superior strength despite its light weight. It also featured a generous ground clearance that could take the worst roads, which made it particularly enticing to rural drivers. The Model T, selling for $850, was the first Ford with all its parts built by the company itself.