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promotion spotlight

Ricky Chesser promoted to AVP

Ricky Chesser is MIL’s new Assistant Vice President (AVP) of importantly…. his knack for telling
Facilities & Production! Ricky has worked for MIL’s REPS Sector corny Dad jokes! We truly could not
(previously C4IS) since its inception over 12 years ago. Before his go one day without needing something
recent promotion to AVP, Ricky served as the Sector’s Operations from Ricky, which goes to show how
Manager responsible for directing and overseeing all facility and much he is valued around here.”
technical services for MIL’s C4SIR and military communications Another longtime associate of Ricky’s,
programs based in Southern Maryland. Ricky currently Arlene Fenwick, responded similarly.
manages daily operational activities for various Naval Air “I hardly know where to begin. I have
Systems Command and government agencies, ensuring proper worked with Ricky for 30 years now. He
organization, staffing, supervision, and program administration. was the first face I saw when I started
Sr. VP, Tom Clark, noted the following on Ricky’s importance to my new job at Minitec. I followed him
REPS, its staff, and customers: “He has graciously done just about from there to Triton Metals to BAE
every job in this Sector without complaint and with a smile on to MIL. Every place he has been the
his face. He is always the first to “go-to” person. He goes out of his way
lend a hand, solve a problem, and to help anyone that needs it. He once
"Ricky is the back- go the extra mile when needed. noticed a woman driving on bald tires
Ricky’s leadership, knowledge, and and he bought her four new tires! He does kind, unselfish things
bone of our sector." experience have led to much of our wherever he goes. He belongs to the Leonardtown Volunteer
team’s success over the years and for Rescue Squad. He puts in all kinds of time there also. He is in
that, we will be forever grateful.” charge of our Christmas silent auction--It takes a lot of time

Along with being highly esteemed by MIL management, Ricky is and hard work, but he does everything with a smile and no
also a valued member of the REPS team, distinguishing himself complaints. I could go on and on. Just know that he is the kind of
not only as a knowledgeable and well-respected colleague, but person we should all hope to be.”
also as a tremendously engaging and easily approachable person. In return for all his good works and welcoming smiles, Ricky
When asked what Ricky means to the REPS team, co-worker is rewarded with the deep affection and sincere regard of his
Ashlee Dalrymple responded, “Ricky is the backbone of our coworkers who are also honored to call him friend. Please join us
sector. He is always smiling, always friendly, and is our “go and them in congratulating “Go-To Ricky” and wishing him all
to” person for just about everything. Around the building you the best in his position!
can hear people say, “I’m not sure, go ask Ricky.” The best part
about Ricky is his energy, his wit, and his personality. But, more

Ricky Chesser hard at work—shoveling, sweeping, fixing, and cleaning— Tom Clark, Ricky Chesser, Dave Larson, and Pete Thistle.
with a smile!

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