I am a Navy Meteorologist/Oceanographer. I provide microscale forecasts in direct support of global military operations.

http://www.fra.org/I am on the Board of Directors for Branch 47, El Cajon. FRA is a congressionally chartered, non-profit organization that represents the interests of the Sea Service community before the U.S. Congress. The Association is named after the Navy’s program for personnel transferring to the Fleet Reserve or Fleet Marine Corps Reserve after 20 or more years of active duty, but less than 30 years for retirement purposes and its membership is comprised of current and former enlisted members of the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard.

http://www.vfw.org/I was elected Jr. Vice Commander of VFW Sable Post 2275 in May of 2013. OUR MISSION:To foster camaraderie among United States veterans of overseas conflicts. To serve our veterans, the military, and our communities. To advocate on behalf of all veterans. OUR VISION: Ensure that veterans are respected for their service, always receive their earned entitlements, and are recognized for the sacrifices they and their loved ones have made on behalf of this great country. OUR CORE VALUES:Always put the interests of our members first Treat donors as partners in our cause Promote patriotismHonor military serviceEnsure the care of veterans and their families Serve our communitiesPromote a positive image of the VFWRespect the diversity of veteran opinions