Photo By Brian Godette | Maj Gen. Luis R. Visot, U.S. Army Reserve Chief of Staff surprises Ms. Cheryl...... read more read more
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FORT BRAGG, N.C. - Maj. Gen. Luis R. Visot, U.S. Army Reserve chief of staff (COS), along with his command team, surprised the first two recipients of the Double Eagle Effect (DEE) recognition program at the U.S. Army Reserve Command headquarters Jan. 9.
Master Sgt. Jose Michaelangelo Calora and Cheryl Tompkins of the G6 became the first recipients, receiving a two-star DEE Note and coin from Visot as part of the new program.
The DEE program provides anonymous acknowledgement through peers and supervisors. The personnel nominated for this recognition must have demonstrated “a random act of kindness and giving” while also demonstrating a positive attitude, teamwork and willingness to go the extra mile in support of and in assistance to others.
“It's a way for us to recognize those silent, quiet, professionals who are doing day-to-day work to support each and every one of the Soldiers we have in the U.S. Army Reserve,” Visot said.
The headquarters level recognition, which includes the Office of the Chief of the Army Reserve at Fort Belvoir, Virginia, and the U.S. Army Reserve Command, was initiated by Visot Jan. 1 to highlight the exceptional performance and selflessness which reflects positively upon the individual, the directorate, and the organization.
“The Double Eagle Effect is based on the USARC symbol, which represents vigilance and a wide-ranging scope of ability and expertise,” Col. Eddie Rosado, USARC assistant chief of staff, said. “As a noun, ‘effect’ means the result or outcome of a cause, so through an individual's random act of kindness or performing beyond the call of duty, they are using their wide range of ability and expertise to positively impact the organization.”
As Visot and his team approached the cubicles of Colara and Tompkins, the initial look on their faces was confusion. Visot exchanged pleasantries, only slightly hinting towards why he was there. The looks of confusion and surprise turned to smiles as Visot explained the purpose of his visit and presented each unsuspecting nominee with a personal two-star letter and coin.
“I was dumbfounded, surprised,” said Tompkins. “Out of all the civilians that work in the organization, they chose me.”
Tompkins, who is originally from the Lower 9th Ward of New Orleans, has been working as a government employee since 2009, and said she'd never received an award from the organization until now and was humbled by the experience.
“From a civilian perspective, it's letting all the civilians know that we are appreciated, and it's good to know that leadership respects the worker bees,” said Tompkins. “This is awesome.”
“From my perspective, I just felt the need, the need to find a way to show our appreciation for our team,” Visot said. “Part of my mantra recently has been, seize the moment, be memorable, and leave a legacy. This is my way of trying to seize that moment.”
The DEE program is closely related to another program developed by Visot called “A Day With The COS.” This program supports the professional development of civilians and Soldiers in the headquarters with a focus on enhancing personal and professional skills and providing exposure to executive level decisions, engagement and actions.
Unlike the DEE program, which are spontaneous nominations submitted at anytime for anyone, “A Day With The COS” is a quarterly submission which requires a 500 word essay, by interested individuals, in a selected rank status.
Both programs are designed to enhance the quality of the individual, the directorate, and the USAR organization.
| Date Taken: | 01.09.2015 |
| Date Posted: | 01.15.2015 09:26 |
| Story ID: | 152037 |
| Location: | FORT BRAGG, NORTH CAROLINA, US |
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