ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE MANPOWER PERSONNEL ADMINISTRATION OPERATIONAL PLANNING TEAM MEMBERS

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R 231230Z MAY 24 MARADMIN 233/24 MSGID/GENADMIN/CMC MRA DAG SECT WASHINGTON DC// SUBJ/ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE MANPOWER PERSONNEL ADMINISTRATION OPERATIONAL PLANNING TEAM MEMBERS// REF/A/ MSGID/DOC/CMC MRA DAG SECT/DTG031824Z Apr 24// NARR/REF A IS THE MANPOWER, PERSONNEL AND ADMINISTRATION COMMUNITY OPERATIONAL PLANNING TEAM CALLING MESSAGE)// POC/BANE, LECHELLE D/LTCOL/UNIT: SECRETARIAT, DC M&RA ACTION GROUP/SEC/TEL: 703-432-9551// POC/WALLACE, ASHELY/MAJ/UNIT: SECRETARIAT, DC M&RA ACTION GROUP/SEC/TEL: 703-432-5538// POC/MOSELEY, JOSEPH K/CWO5/UNIT: SECRETARIAT, DC M&RA ACTION GROUP/SEC/TEL: 703-432-9217// POC/ARRIAGA, ERIC F/MGYSGT/UNIT: SECRETARIAT, DC M&RA ACTION GROUP/SEC/TEL: 703-432-9738// GENTEXT/REMARKS/1. Deputy Commandant for Manpower and Reserve Affairs and the Secretariat, 01XX Occupational Field Specialists, are pleased to officially announce the selection of the members for the Manpower and Reserve Affairs Manpower Personnel and Administration (MPA) Operational Planning Team (OPT). Their enthusiasm and dedication to contributing meaningfully to our community's future have been genuinely inspiring. After carefully considering all nominations received and aligning with our commitment to diversity of thought and rank, we have selected 12 outstanding individuals who embody the spirit of excellence and innovation and 6 in Direct Support (DS). These Marines have demonstrated their passion for advancing the mission of the MPA community, and we are confident in their ability to drive positive change. 2. Selected members: Name Unit LtCol Halton, Matthew MARINE CORPS PERS DON NON-DEPT LtCol Hutchinson, Johnathan DEF THREAT REDUCTION AGENCY Maj Evezich, Kathyrn C TBS TRNG COM QUANTICO VA Capt Hicks, John R HQTRS MAG-39 3D MAW Capt Hipp, Brandon C HQTRS 4TH MAW Maj Van Buren, David (DS) CMBT INSTR BN TBS TRNG COM CWO2 Wedding, Wyman L SITE SPT (MIRAMAR CA) MAG-41 4TH MAW CWO3 Townsend, Lamar MARFOR CENTCOM CWO4 Mertins, Christopher W H&S BN HQMC HENDERSON HALL CWO2 Wong, David (DS) H&S BN MCRD PISC CWO2 Cholula, Sabas J (DS) H&S BN MCIEAST-MCB CAMLEJ NC MGySgt Tagle, Edward J PERS ADMIN SCOL MCCSSS TRNG COM MSgt Jones, Melissa HQTRS BN MARFORRES MSgt Harrell, Sinclair L HQTRS MACG-28 2D MAW GySgt Earle, Ada P H&S BN MCIWEST-MCB CAMPEN CA MGySgt Beard, Deangelo (DS) CE III MEF MGySgt Nelson, Carl (DS) HQTRS BN 3D MARDIV SSgt Breyer, Mason (DS) MARCOR LIAISON ELEMENT TECOM Mr. Maurice Gordon (DS) M&RA, Secretariat 3. Congratulations to each of you on your selection! Your commitment to excellence and willingness to take on this important role are commendable. 4. For those not selected this time, please know your interest and willingness to contribute are highly valued. There will be future opportunities for involvement, and your continued engagement is crucial to the success of our community. 5. Administration and Logistics. Our journey begins with an in-person meeting in May, where you will receive initial guidance from DC, M&RA, and commence problem framing. The Secretariat's office will serve as your primary point of contact throughout the duration of the OPT, which will span several months. 6. Together, we will utilize data from previous MPA engagements, conduct thorough analysis, and leverage empirical research to develop a vision and strategy that addresses our community's challenges and opportunities. Your dedication and expertise will be instrumental in shaping the future of the Marine Corps. 7. Release authorized by LtGen J. F. Glynn, Deputy Commandant for Manpower and Reserve Affairs.//