This article is part of the Family Enterprise USA ongoing series showcasing how family businesses are helping their employees, supporting local communities, and giving back during the COVID 19 pandemic.<\/em><\/p>\n During a global pandemic that impacted almost every aspect of our daily lives, they have been there for us \u2013 doctors, nurses, EMTs, first responders, etc. Now, it\u2019s our turn to be there for them, and to give recognition where it\u2019s deserved the most.<\/p>\n In this edition of \u201cNASCAR Salutes Refreshing Moments,\u201d we\u2019re highlighting and sharing several stories from a premier partner, Xfinity. Several Xfinity employees have reactivated their military service to help in any way possible.<\/p>\n Peter DePasquale works as an Advanced Services Technician, Florida Region for Xfinity. He joined the Army 17 years ago and worked as a heavy machine operator and conducted more than 200 combat missions. Today, he is helping set up COVID-19 testing centers with his Army National Guard unit in Florida.<\/p>\n DePasquale\u2019s group helped oversee the setup of one of Florida\u2019s first testing sites at C.B. Smith Park in Pembroke Pines \u2014 a site that can complete more than 800 tests per day. He was also part of the unit that helped set up a testing center in the parking lot of Hard Rock Stadium \u2014 the home of the NFL\u2019s Miami Dolphins.<\/p>\n \u201cI feel no matter what happens, my unit and I are a part of history,\u201d DePasquale said. \u201cAmericans until the end of time will be reading about the COVID-19 virus outbreak and we were a part of the solution.\u201d<\/p>\n Deeva Williams works as a Sales Representative, Washington Region for Xfinity. She joined the Army National Guard three years ago to create a better life for herself and her little brother. She has been mobilized for the first time in her military career and has been working at mobile food banks in the Tacoma, Washington area to distribute prepackaged meals to those in need. The Washington state area was one of the first hot spots in the United States from the COVID-19 pandemic.<\/p>\n \u201cIt feels humbling and amazing to be able to see the smiles and the sign of relief on people\u2019s faces when you take away some stress during a time like this,\u201d Williams said.<\/p>\n Leriqua Jackson is a Retail Service Associate, Houston Region for Xfinity. She is currently active duty for the Army National Guard, where she helps faciliate the COVID-19 testing sites as well as food banks. She is part of the headquarters team, which makes sure that the soldiers and their families are taken care of serving as the link between the higher-ups and the troops on the ground.<\/p>\n \u201cIt feels amazing to know that I am the one who is called upon to serve our communities,\u201d Jackson said. \u201cI get to put on the super suit and literally dig my heels in to uplift the people of Texas. It\u2019s an honor to serve.\u201d<\/p>\n At the NASCAR Xfinity Series Cheddar\u2019s 300 presented by Alsco at Bristol Motor Speedway on June 1, military members were honored on drivers\u2019 cars. DePasquale\u2019s name was on the windshield of the No. 7 JR Motorsports Chevrolet driven by Justin Allgaier, Williams\u2019 name was on the windshield of the No. 18 Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota driven by Riley Herbst and Jackson\u2019s name was on the windshield of the No. 1 JR Motorsports Chevrolet driven by Michael Annett.<\/p>\n As a military-ready company, Comcast is committed to ensuring all military employees have the resources and support needed to answer this call to service including \u2013 paid leave, a HR concierge service and continued health welfare benefits, among other support tools. To learn more, visit\u00a0military.comcast.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n Xfinity customers that are currently serving in the military or veterans can also receive a $25 coupon for Xfinity On Demand or as a credit on their bill. For more information, visit\u00a0military.xfinity.com<\/a><\/p>\n For the first time ever,\u00a0NASCAR Salutes Refreshed by Coca-Cola<\/a> kicked off with the Big Machine Hand Sanitizer 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, as the platform shifts to a mid-summer window due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. NASCAR Salutes Refreshed by Coca-Cola, which runs through July 31, will see the NASCAR industry honor the United States Armed Forces and frontline healthcare heroes as part of this year\u2019s expanded program \u2014 an industry-wide opportunity to recognize and thank those who have gone above and beyond to keep society safe and healthy.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Family Enterprise USA<\/a> advocates for American Family business. We help family businesses communicate their challenges and contributions to American economic freedom to Legislators. We represent all American family businesses; not just specific industries and provide research to enhance the opportunity for success. We help family businesses continue to establish their unique business legacy. Family Enterprise USA is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.. Family foundations can donate.<\/a><\/p>\n
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