Yesterday, Commandant Adm. Linda Fagan, Assistant Commandant for Reserve Rear Adm. Tiffany Danko, and Reserve Organization of America (ROA) Director of Operations, Cmdr. Tremayne Criner, retired USN, had the privilege of recognizing the 2023 ROA Reserve National award recipients at the Senior Leadership Conference at Coast Guard Headquarters.
The Reserve National Awards recognize exceptional leadership, collaboration, and mission excellence within the Reserve community. They honor the outstanding performance of districts, units, and individuals in maintaining a skilled, ready reserve force, while highlighting the critical role of reservists in operational readiness, mission success, and fostering a culture of dedication and professional development.
Admiral Russell R. Waesche Award
- Category 1: Fifth Coast Guard District
- Category 2: Seventh Coast Guard District
Rear Admiral Bennett “Bud” Sparks Award
- Category 1: Coast Guard Sector Honolulu
- Category 2: Port Security Unit 309
Reserve Outstanding Junior Officer Award
- LT Anthony Emanuele, Coast Guard Reserve Unit U.S. Northern Command
Reserve Outstanding Chief Warrant Officer of the Year CW4 Michael J. Novosel Award
- Chief Warrant Officer Ramon Bernal, Port Security Unit 312