As Reprotech celebrates 35 years of protecting possibility, we’re highlighting the people whose dedication and leadership have shaped our legacy. Joy Zardecki, our Senior Vice President of Administration, has been part of Reprotech for over 16 years—part of a group of longtime team members who have helped build the culture, consistency, and trust that define our company today.

Joy is a key part of that history. Her perspective captures both how far Reprotech has come and the values that have carried us through every era.

Looking Back: What Reprotech Was Like When Joy Joined

When Joy came aboard, Reprotech was smaller, tightly knit, and driven by a shared mission that still anchors us today.

“When I first started, the company was much smaller, and we all wore a lot of hats. It was exciting to be part of a close-knit team that was building the foundation.”

Though she wasn’t the first long-tenured leader—and many colleagues had already helped shape the early years—Joy stepped into a company on the rise. Since then, she’s watched Reprotech evolve into one of the most trusted long-term reproductive tissue storage partners in the country.

“Seeing how much we’ve grown—in staff, services, and the way we support our clinics and patients—has been really rewarding. It feels like we’ve built a stronger company, and I’m proud to be a part of that growth.”

Celebrating Milestones: Joy’s Most Memorable Moments

With 16 years of service, Joy has been part of countless milestones—each reflecting the heart and momentum of Reprotech’s culture.

Some memories mark operational wins. Others mark collective achievements that shaped who we are today. All of them reinforce the same truth: our strength has always come from the people behind the work.

What Has Stayed the Same Across 35 Years of Change

Reprotech has grown significantly—not just since Joy joined, but since our earliest days. We’ve expanded our national footprint, modernized our systems, and strengthened our partnerships.

But according to Joy, the essential parts have never changed.

“What has remained constant are our values, the dedication of our people, and our unwavering mission. That steady foundation is what continues to drive our growth and our impact.”

Across generations of team members—from those who were here before Joy to those joining today—the commitment to doing what’s right remains a shared throughline.

What Keeps Joy Proud After 16 Years

Longevity at Reprotech isn’t uncommon. Many of our team members have invested much of their careers here. For Joy, that longevity comes from a combination of purpose and people.

“My top three things would be the dedication, kindness, and supportiveness of my colleagues; knowing the work makes a real difference in people’s lives; and RTL’s high standards.”

Her gratitude extends across leadership eras:

That shared commitment is what keeps our culture strong, and what keeps people—like Joy—growing with us year after year.

Looking Forward: Honoring the Past, Protecting the Future

Joy’s story is one thread in the larger tapestry of Reprotech’s 35-year legacy—a legacy built by many long-standing team members whose dedication has shaped who we are.

Her 16-year journey reflects the best of Reprotech: warmth, integrity, collaboration, and pride in protecting what matters most. As we mark this milestone year, we’re celebrating not just our longevity, but the people who make it meaningful.

Here’s to Joy. Here’s to everyone who helped build this legacy. And here’s to the next 35 years of continuing a long-standing legacy.