James (Jay) Wroblewski
Time with Appletree
I’ve been with Appletree since August of 2008.
Favorite thing about working at Appletree
The philosophy here is much different than any company I have worked for and is my favorite thing about this team. Appletree is truly committed to the employees, and it shows through the various themes, encouraged values like Spirited Fun and Take Care of Each Other, countless dreams granted (even without recognition in some cases), town hall meetings to obtain direct “frontline” input, the list goes on and on.
Hometown - Buffalo, New York
Hobbies
I’m usually lost in a book, or three, delving into the seemingly endless volumes of knowledge left behind by our ancestors. Horticulture is another passion of mine. I spend a lot of time propagating and growing different species of exotic plants as well as food. Although I no longer have the time (or space) to do so, for years my home was a shelter for unwanted animals. Mainly reptiles and amphibians, but I’ve taken in anything from Madagascar “hissing” Cockroaches (they are friendly!) to a Scarlet Macaw.
Sports Teams
My blooming interest in sports ended when I was young. Thank you to the Buffalo Bills for losing the Super Bowl 4 years in a row. Yes, 4. I’d never seen so many crying adults in my life, and I could never understand why.
Heroes
I admire anyone who lives honorably and is willing to fight, in one regard or another, for virtuous ideals, and justice for all.