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without it affecting or impacting his daily routine dramatically. “Leadership, business and mystery are the genres I mostly
read,” Jordan said. “I was inspired by Jay Shetty.”
Many people have inspired Jordan throughout his life, but his mentor Charles Ross has had an impact throughout his
whole military career.
Ross was Jordan’s first squad leader who taught Jordan to
master the basics.
“He mastered everything he did, always maxed PT (physical
training) and weapons and was a subject master expert in his job,” Jordan said. “That showed me the type of leader I wanted to develop into.”
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want to build a foundation for them to be inspired by to always strive for greatness,” Jordan said. “As a parent, my kids are always a driving force behind almost everything I do. They force me to better myself without even knowing it.”
The competition had many challenges for the competitors and it was filled with physical and mental tests.
Jordan’s sponsor who helped him prepare for the competition was Sgt. 1st Class Pedro Delgado.
By helping Jordan, Delgado and First Sergeants within that battalion created mock boards, pushed his physical limits and showed overall support.
Time management created a few challenges for Jordan while
preparing for this level of competition.
He had to find a balance between family time, work, college
and competition preparation.
Currently, Jordan attends Barstow Community College for
his associates studying in business administration.
“I chose this field because it will help me alongside my military training to become a contract specialist for the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI),” he said. “I plan to earn my
bachelor’s degree from a California State University (CSU).” Outside of school and work, Jordan enjoys reading and bak- ing in his free time. Last year he read 12 books, one each month. He decided to further expand and strengthen his intellect
Digital Garrison App Launches to Strengthen Army Communities
By Julie Mitchell
Army & Air Force Exchange Service HQ
With a tap of a finger, Soldiers, Army families and retirees can now connect to their Army com- munity through a brand-new mobile app named Digital Garrison.
The app is a partnership between the U.S. Army and the Army & Air Force Exchange Service. Digital Garrison is a one-stop information source for Army communities. The free app is available in the Apple and Google Play stores.
“Digital Garrison provides information at the ready to improve the quality of life for Soldiers and their families,” said Lt. Gen. Douglas Gabram, Commanding General, United States Army Instal-
lation Management Command. “Staying connected as a community is key to strengthening readiness and resiliency.”
Digital Garrison features:
• Information specific to each user’s community such as an installation directory of available services, gate locations, fitness and recreation options, events and more.
• A dashboard, including user profile, weather and event details and information on local Exchange shopping and restaurants.
• Push notifications, newcomer information
• Access to ShopMyExchange.com, with in-app shopping.
• A mobile wallet with sales promotions and a secure method for storing payment options.
For more information go to home.army.mil/irwin