Commander discusses Air Force identity Published Dec. 16, 2010 By Col. Jamie Crowhurst 22nd Air Refueling Wing commander MCCONNELL AIR FORCE BASE, Kan. -- Team McConnell (Airpower), Last week some of you had the chance to speak with Mr. Simon Sinek about the identity of the Air Force. The responses were very consistent from the most junior to the most senior ranks. Our Air Force works smarter, not harder and adapts to all environments. We listen to the innovative ideas of junior members and every Airman's efforts contribute to our success. Our doctrine is less concrete than the other military services, but more supportive of today's dynamic combat environments. Be proud that you're Airmen and you make a difference. As the year comes to a close, annual awards are starting to be announced and we have some amazing teammates and sections to recognize. Their names are listed below and their hard work, dedication and professionalism lead the way in Air Mobility Command. Congratulate these individuals and teams when you see them, and wish them luck as they compete at the Air Force level. This has been an outstanding year for Team McConnell, and I look forward to recognizing many more of you in the coming weeks. Please take a minute to read the AMC commanders Holiday Safety Message here: AMC/CC Holiday Safety Message. Thanks for your service. Col. C. AMC award winners and nominations: Financial Management SNCO of the Year: Master Sgt. Kaci Duhart Financial Management Civilian of the Year (GS-9 and Above): Ms. Pamela Porsch Outstanding Health Plan Management Award (Airman): Senior Airman Ashley Baker Outstanding Health Plan Management Award (NCO): Tech. Sgt. Jeffery Clouse BG Peter C. Bellisario Young Health Care Administrator of the Year (Company Grade Officer): Capt. Daniel Coleman Health Benefits Advisor of the Year: Ms. Diana Diaz Public Health Col. Cleveland L. Parker Award (NCO): Staff Sgt. Bethany Sterling Public Health Col. Cleveland L. Parker Award (SNCO): Master Sgt. Kristy Earls Nursing Service Award (Civilian): Mrs. Tonya Gillespie Outstanding Medical Logistics Award: Senior Airman Tina Girdano Pharmacy Award (Civ): Mr. Dwain Hedgepeth Public Health Award (Amn): Airman 1st Class Lauren Hemphill Outstanding Social Worker of the Year (CGO): Capt. Erika King Outstanding Medical Logistics Award (CGO): Lt. Anson Lloyd Outstanding Enlisted Health Services Management Award (Amn): Senior Airman Theresa Scherquist Outstanding Enlisted Health Services Management Award (NCO): Staff Sgt. Monique Roberts CMSgt Lewis W. Dunlap Award (Amn): Senior Airman Kevin Yeates CMSgt Lewis W. Dunlap Award (SNCO): Master Sgt. Elzina Simmons Group awards Outstanding Behavioral Health Team Award (Category II) Best Small Base Health Promotion Program Outstanding Small Dental Clinic of the Year Outstanding Medical Logistics - Small Activity Team Aerospace Award Air Force Chief of Safety Special Achievement Award: Capt Colin D. Henderson Air Force Explosive Safety Outstanding Achievement Award: Mr. Donald G. Maher Air Force Chief or Safety Outstanding Achievement - Ground Cat II I: 22nd Air Refueling Wing USAF Flight Safety Plaque USAF Ground Safety Plaque USAF Explosive Safety Plaque · Dec. 19 - Christmas Caroling in Military Family Housing, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., meet at Youth Center · Dec. 30 - Promotion Ceremony · Dec. 31 - Family New Year's Eve Party · ITT holiday shipping reminder Christmas Caroling: Dec. 19 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., meet first at the Youth Center in base housing. Then off to spread the holiday cheer to all the Base Housing residents. A winter social will begin at 7:30 p.m., and will feature holiday snacks. For more information call the chaplin's office at (316)759-3566 ITT Holiday Shipping Reminder: Information Tickets and Travel office provides a shipping discount upwards of 60 percent off next day shipping. Boxes and shipping materials are provided. The last day to ship a package for arrival before Christmas Day is Dec. 23 at 5 p.m. Inclement Weather Reminder: In the event of inclement weather, the 22nd Air Refueling Wing Public Affairs office is responsible for updating the McConnell Straight Talk Line at (316)759-3149, and for notifying the local media if the base is closed, or delayed reporting procedures have been authorized. Please do not call Command Post for reporting procedures. Team McConnell members can call the Straight Talk Line for the most current weather procedures, and look for updates on the following television news programs: KSN Channel 3, KAKE TV Channel 10 and KWCH Channel 12.