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title: "Employee Spotlight: Donald Watkins"
description: Every once in a while, we like to show off one of our hard-working, detail-oriented problem solvers. Donald Watkins is in the spotlight today!
---

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# [Employee Spotlight: Donald Watkins](https://teamavalon.com/avalon-blog/employee-spotlight-donald-watkins)

 Written by [Team Avalon](https://teamavalon.com/avalon-blog/author/avalonadmin) | Apr 16, 2026 7:55:56 PM

 Every once in a while, we like to show off one of our hard-working, detail-oriented problem solvers. Take a moment to see who's in the spotlight today! 

**Name: Donald Watkins **

**1st Day at Avalon: 7/14/25**

**Current Position: Forensics Technician **

**Tell us “your story.” How did you end up at Avalon?**

While applying for jobs on LinkedIn, I came across a job posting from Avalon for a Customer Service Representative. I visited Avalon’s website and noticed they also had a Cybersecurity & Forensics department. With a background in cybersecurity, I wanted to do whatever was necessary to get my foot in the door. The rest is history…

**What’s your favorite thing about Avalon?**

The feeling of togetherness may be my favorite thing about Avalon. Whether it’s company outings, game night, prop fuel, spotlights; this company has a great tight-knit community feel.

**What’s your favorite thing about your position at Avalon?**

No two days are ever the same, there’s always new problems to solve and endless opportunities to learn.

**What is your proudest moment at Avalon?**

Winning 2025 Avalon Rookie of The Year.

**What does a typical workday look like for you?**

A typical day would involve getting in and prepping/prioritizing for the day ahead. Checking on the process of current data transfers/investigations. Typically, we would have a few collections throughout the day, whether it be in-lab or remote. End of day tasks would normally involve making sure all evidence is in the correct place, all administrative tasks are complete, and the lab is clean.

**What’s your favorite workplace memory?**

Dressing up for Halloween.

**What are you listening to right now (music/podcast/audio book)?**

Many different genres of music.

**What’s a must-read blog or book that you’ve read recently and why?**

Three Magic Words by U.S Andersen is a book I have read multiple times. It focuses on harnessing the power of the subconscious mind to achieve life success, peace & abundance.** **

**What’s your favorite motivational quote?**

“No one cares, work harder.”

**If you could go anywhere on vacation, where would it be and why?**

Aruba. Favorite vacation place, many memories there…

**If you were stuck on an island and could only bring three things, what would they be?**

Playstation Portal, fruit seeds, and my girlfriend.

**What do you do for fun? **

Hang out with friends, play basketball, and video games.

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