EDGAR MCDONIEL

Self-made high achiever: Earned my AAS while studying full time, working full time, drilling with the New York Air National Guard, and starting a new family. Earned my BS while working full time as an engineer, training with the Georgia Air National Guard, and taking care of my family. I've worked my way up based on merit and opportunity. I know what it's like to face the hardships that life deals us and not give up. I also know what it's like to be knocked down flat to the ground and somehow find the courage to get back up. I've worked with some very wonderful people from various parts of the world and from a variety of religions. As a supervisor, I've stood up for my crew. People are more than just a "resource" and therefore deserve to be treated with respect. My decisions and actions are guided by values that are rooted deeply in my faith.