Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chief of the National Guard Bureau’s Post

SACRIFICE, is it worth it? 🔥There is a time in everyone’s life where you have a decision to make. Do I effect a monumental institutionalized change that will cause sacrifices for myself and the team though the greater good is worth it? Or do I take the course of least resistance? 🔥You sacrifice for the greater good when you know the outcome is worth the sacrifice. Below is the Sheppard Chaplain Corps team being coined for excellence by Maj Gen Edmondson, 2nd AF Commander for the development and execution of the revised Airmanship 200 curriculum. This initiative will soon impact not just all of Sheppard Air Force Base, it will effect 93.1% of all enlisted entering the Air Force. 🔥To develop the Airman we need, we took a holistic approach to build a Better Airman, a more Resilient Airman. An Airman Core Resiliency-based training with a focus on Airman Comprehensive Fitness. 👊Today’s Airmen need more sacrifices from us leaders to get them were they need to be, so they are ready for Gobal Power Competition. If they are asked, if needed, to sacrifice for our country, then we will do the same. Aim High - and we did. #DevelopTheAirmenWeNeed #TakingCareOfAirmen #Sacrifices

Culture of Excellence 2.0 sets the foundation for how we will build the #Warfighters of America’s Warfighting Navy – our People, Leaders, and Teams – Active, Reserve, and Civilian. Enabled by the Get Real, Get Better call to think, act, and operate differently. https://lnkd.in/d-gm8A8t

If you're an employer, you'll recognise the key transferable skills and qualifications gained by those leaving their Royal Navy, British Army, and Royal Air Force careers. They demonstrate the expertise and commitment of #veterans and #serviceleavers, making them highly valuable assets for your construction projects. #Teamwork, #leadership, and #problem-solving are among these that can be brought to your organisation. These transferable skills, developed through their military training, make them an ideal fit for the construction industry. Consider the benefits of incorporating their expertise and experience at every rank and level of experience.

Please join us on Wednesday, 6 March, at 12:00 PM EST, for a Noon Report #webinar with Command Sergeant Major Andrew J. Lombardo, Command Sergeant Major of the United States Army Reserve. CSM Lombardo will discuss some of the #challenges currently facing the Army Reserve and will highlight some of their recent #accomplishments. In an era of great power competition, the Army needs forces who are able to compete with adversaries, respond to crises and win in conflicts—all while preparing for the #future. The Army Reserve is essential to this #mission; it is Ready Now to provide #Soldiers and units to Combat Commanders, knowing that the Joint Force cannot deploy, fight or win without the unique #support of the Army Reserve. #Register at the link below...

Winning the Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO) of the Year in the United States Air Force is a significant achievement and recognition of outstanding performance and leadership among non-commissioned officers. Non-commissioned officers are enlisted personnel who have risen to positions of leadership and responsibility within the Air Force. Earning the title of NCO of the Year typically involves a competitive selection process that evaluates airmen on a wide range of criteria, including leadership abilities, job performance, professional knowledge, and community involvement. Those selected as NCO of the Year are often seen as role models within their units and the broader Air Force community. Update: Won it at the Group Level! More to follow on potential Wing win 🥇

Excellent introduction to the SCC aspect of H2F. A key component is injury prevention through appropriate and consistent PT. As this program expands ultilization, it's impact will be felt down the road as injuries go down and more adaptable soldiers are developed. Combined with the other resources within H2F, the program will strengthen and improve the quality of life for service members. #H2F

Holistic health & fitness is a team sport and requires specialists from every level to collaborate and engage with soldiers. We love to see the practical applications of this! #H2F #Army #ArmyTraining #HolisticHealth #Fitness #MilitaryFitness

Maj Gen Roberson visited 7th Special Forces Group September 2022. During a town hall meeting, I pointed out the CDC recently stated there is no distinction between how vaxxed & unvaxxed individuals should be treated & that my religious exemption had been pending for a year. I then asked if there is any talk of removing the mandate. He responded, “have you heard of Novavax?,” to which I said, “yes sir, it uses aborted fetal cells too.” He seemed flustered at my retort. This led to a long answer on how if the US Army asks you to do something you should do it. That he doesn’t want to kick anyone out but will. That the Army is trying to find a middle ground with Novavax so the unvaxxed should take it. After that conversation I decided to leave the Army rather than wait for my exemption to get denied & risk receiving a less than honorable discharge. Even though MG Roberson probably had an amazing career for which I’m grateful, his response is indicative of careerism & moral weakness at the flag officer level. Generals facilitated in discharging & forcing out tens of thousands of service members & pushed an experimental drug after it had been shown to cause negative side effects. (See Karolina Stancik & Drew Outstanding) I ask that House Armer Services Committee Republicans hold a series of hearings to point out & fix problems from the VAX mandate & ensure it never happens again. DoD leaders should also take a hard look in the mirror to assess their part in this debacle that continues to weaken the force. Finally, please sign the DMA petition if you believe these leaders must be held accountable. Militaryaccountability.com

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Our third Cummins veteran for our Memorial Day highlight is Jerry Vest, one of our Maintenance Technicians working behind the scenes to keep all of our offices and facilities running smoothly. 💪 – Service branch: Air Force – Duration of service: 22 years – Highest rank attained: Master Sergeant (E-7) – Commendations: Outstanding Unit Award, Meritorious Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal – How has your service benefitted you as a person? “Being in the service has taught me self-discipline, how to understand the big picture and accomplish small tasks to contribute, and how to mentor new Airmen and help them grow into adulthood.” – How has your service affected your ability to work with military-involved consumers and families? “I don't work with consumers, but I do with providers. Treating others with respect and dignity is very important, as is knowing that every job matters, from transportation to CEO. Teamwork is very important in the military but also in the private sector. You have a role in a much bigger mission, and you have to realize that in order for the mission to be carried out.” #MemorialDay2024 #CumminsVets #ProudOfOurVets #SaluteToService #HonorOurHeroes #ThankYouVeterans