2. SSgt Arnold is a self-starter that made an immediate impact on the leadership and performance of the company. He was easily the top sergeant and was routinely given tasks normally reserved for SNCOs. Marines under his charge were always well organized and highly motivated directly due to his efforts. One specific noteworthy achievement was his intervention and direct actions when faced with an attempted suicide. He fearlessly stepped into the point of friction, correctly and swiftly took action without guidance and limited information on the situation. His actions and maturity were responsible for safe guarding a life of a fellow Marine. In addition, then Sgt Arnold masterfully performed as a Section Head/Area Supervisor for the Henoko Ammunition Supply Point. In this capacity, he was responsible for 22 ammunition magazines with 2500 line items of explosive materiel valued at roughly $90 million dollars. During his time in the storage section the inventory accuracy rating was a stellar 98.3% well above the DoD requirement of 95%.…
SFC Dearman's career encompasses various positions of highly demanding intellectual capacities, culminating with his service as a Warranted Level III Contingency Contracting Officer during two of six combat deployments. As a contracting professional, SFC Dearman received the numbered Expeditionary Contracting Command (ECC) Contingency Contracting Officer (CCO) Award, demonstrating his technical and tactical expertise as an entrusted steward of millions of tax payers dollars.…
Many men are being honored today, as in back then, for their extraordinary efforts to save the ones that mean most to them. These men will never be forgotten and our country’s way of showing our respect is by awarding them with the Medal of Honor. The Medal of Honor is the United States highest military awarded for personal acts beyond and above duty, which is awarded by the president of the United States.…
It’s my pleasure to provide this recommendation for SSG Soto, Christiana as he pursues a security clearance in order to growth and server The United States Army Honorably. As his supervisor on the Cadet Leader Development (CLD) Program for internationals and nationals Cadets for the past two years; I’ve worked closely with SSG Soto on a day-to-day basis. I'm confident that SSG Soto will sustain the standard, policies and laws that are subject required to embrace a security clearance. Please allow me to give three examples of SSG Soto qualifications for his clearance.…
SGT Randolph achieved the XVIII Airborne Corps Noncommissioned Officer Basic Leader Course graduation requirements with an overall 91.99% grade point average. SGT Randolph is a motivated Noncommissioned Officer with an take charge attitude. SGT Randolph demonstrated excellence in the core leader competencies and excelled during the Basic Leaders Course; scoring superior ratings in all three written examinations, Physical Readiness Training and Conducting Squad Drill. She excelled in communication with individuals in small groups, and articulated herself as a true professional while conducting her oral history brief and communicate in writing assignments. As squad leader, she inspired her peers to perform to their fullest potential; enabling…
2. Over the past two years, SGT Altholtz has served as a Squad Leader within E/3-4 constantly sharpening the Soldiers under his charge. Additionally, his ability to set the example for young Soldiers to emulate through his actions and mentor-ship has proved to have lasting effects felt far beyond the walls of E/3-4. SGT Altholtz's professional demeanor and hard work was a direct contributor to the successful National Training Center rotation E/3-4 ADAR took part in alongside 1/4 Stryker Brigade Combat Team.…
SSG McBride served with distinction and professionalism as a Drill Sergeant in Company A, 1-48th Infantry Regiment, Company B, 2-10th Infantry Regiment and Company A, 43d AG Battalion. He consistently exceeded standards while transforming the nation's young men and women into well disciplined and motivated Soldiers. SSG McBride regularly set high standards within his unit, providing sound leadership and guidance to not only the Soldiers but his peers as well. He clearly proved himself to be a dedicated Drill Sergeant.…
Petty Officer Calbes comes highly recommended for the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal for his outstanding performance in his duties while stationed at U.S. Naval Computer and Telecommunications Station, Far East (NCTS FE), Detachment Sasebo. He is a proven performer that has continually exhibited drive and dedication. He volunteered as the Detachment Information Assurance Officer (IAO), in addition to assisting the Local Network Support Center (LNSC) in its day-to-day operations. Petty Officer Calbes’ unwavering personal commitment, technical expertise and relentless individual initiative have improved the detachment's overall operational readiness and led to its improved success in providing reliable and exceptional 24/7 command, control,…
2. SGT Altholtz is competent, self-motivated, and he executes all duties and challenges with a high level of professionalism. His Squad received the highest rating during his Battery's…
CPL Woodard exceeded the XVIII Airborne Corps Noncommissioned Officer Basic Leader Course graduation requirements with an overall 97.40% grade point average, earning him a place on the Commandant's List. He showed that he is a superb leader who demonstrated exceptional character and competence while achieving excellence throughout the course by consistently showing what a leader must be, know, and do. CPL Woodard demonstrated a flawless ability to communicate information to both superiors and peers even under pressure in a tactical environment. He displayed exceptional leadership skills as a squad leader by inspiring his peers to perform to the fullest potential, enabling the squad to complete the STX as a well-rounded team. CPL Woodard…
CPO Alayola’s patriotism, service, and prowess exemplifies the finest military traditions encompassing Coast Guard core values. CPO Alayola participated in Sector New York’s elite Honor Guard platoon for the Manhattan Wounded Warrior Project ceremony during New Years Eve 2016. CPO Alayola represented the Coast Guard elevating public awareness highlighting the sacrifices servicemen and women make while simultaneously supporting a nonprofit organization that supports charity and veterans…
Jim Frederick’s book “Black Hearts” explores the harrowing account of soldiers from 1st Platoon, Bravo Company, 502nd Infantry Regiment during their deployment in 2005-2006 through Iraq’s “Triangle of Death”. The story is one of failed leadership at all levels, resulting in broken bonds between brothers, drug abuse, and ultimately the rape and murder of an Iraqi family. The soldiers’ descent into complete isolation was brought on by not only dire combat situations, but also a complete disregard for their mental health by higher. This essay will compare and contrast the roles of SSG Eric Lauzier and SFC Jeff Fenlason, and how their leadership had a positive or negative effect on their subordinates.…
One of the highest Military award is the Medal of Honor. The main factor as to why the medal is awarded is due to the beyond call of duty and also the valor acts for an individual. The U.S president is the one held responsible for crowning the recipients in name of the U.S Congress . The medal recipients or rather those engaged in the honor medal can be termed to be afforded in a number of benefits due to the results awards. This inspiring and colorful medal has a history behind it which in the employed standards today, has culminated because of the respected honor awarded. The Medal of Honor was first presented in the year 1862 and was first awarded during the American Civil War. The judging provisions where a Soldier is eligible…
To understand the role of the Human Resources Sergeant in the Profession of Arms, we first need to understand, 'what it means to be a profession?' and 'what is a professional?’. A Profession as described in, “Profession of arms”, is a career that produces unique expert work that focuses on effectiveness rather than efficiency. So, to be a professional is to realize, grasp, and effectively practice the skillfulness of the profession. In other words, know your job, understand how to do it, and use that knowledge in an effective manner. All of this cannot happen overnight. It can take years to become a professional, but that is why the Army has a rank system in place. As you advance each rank, you deepen your understanding of your career and certifies you on the knowledge you have obtained. In other words, we start as apprentice and work our way up the ladder to become more proficient in our daily career, striving to become a professional. Thus, to be in the profession of arms is to be an…
He insists on performance, but he is more relationship oriented. He says he enjoys working with people and he always wanted to be a coach.…