Virginia Air National Guard Recruiting & Retention one of the best in the nation - May 28, 2014

Members of the Virginia Air National Guard’s recruiting team receive recognition May 28, 2014, in Sandston, Va., for being one of the top recruiting and retention programs in the region. The team earned the Region IV Golden Eagle State Award, awarded to the retention program with the highest production rate in the region, which was presented by Maj. Gen. Daniel E. Long Jr, the Adjutant General of Virginia.

Several of the Airmen were also recognized individually.

Master Sgt. Neil Keane was recognized as the Region IV Recruiting and Retention Noncommissioned Officer of the Year, which recognizes the top NCO in the region and recognizes their program as one of the best.

Senior Master Sgt. Angela Hill was recognized as the Region IV Recruiting and Retention Superintendent of the Year for superior production and program management for the Virginia Air National Guard’s recruiting team.

Air National Guard Half Master Gold Badges were also presented to the recruiters in recognition of their top spot on this year’s regional recruiting rankings.

Following the presentation of awards to the recruiters, the recruiting team took time to recognize Long, who retires at the end of May, for his many years of service and his support to the Air National Guard’s recruiting team.

(Photo by Staff Sgt. Terra C. Gatti, Virginia Guard Public Affairs)