ALCOAST 416/24 - NOV 2024 2023 COAST GUARD CIVILIAN EMPLOYEES OF THE YEAR (CEOY) AND NON-APPROPRIATED FUND EMPLOYEES OF THE YEAR (NAF EOY) AWARD SELECTIONS

R 051239Z NOV 24   MID180000038795U
FM COMDT COGARD WASHINGTON DC
TO ALCOAST
BT
UNCLASS
ALCOAST 416/24
SSIC 12451
SUBJ: 2023 COAST GUARD CIVILIAN EMPLOYEES OF THE YEAR (CEOY)
AND NON-APPROPRIATED FUND EMPLOYEES OF THE YEAR (NAF EOY) AWARD
SELECTIONS
1. It is my distinct pleasure to announce the following recipients
of the 2023 CEOY and NAF EOY Awards.
    a. Mr. Nathaniel L. Eichler, CEOY, GS-14, Prevention Law
Division (CG-LMI-P);
    b. Mr. Shawn S. Koch, CEOY, D7/Homeland Security Task Force
(HSTF-SE);
    c. Mr. James D. Brunson, CEOY, WG-12, CG Yard Baltimore;
    d. Ms. Megan L. Clouser, CEOY, GS-12, CEU Miami;
    e. Ms. Miriam A. Lopez, CEOY, GS-06, CG Base Borinquen;
    f. Mr. Donald W. Riddle, CEOY, GS-06, CG Yard Baltimore;
    g. Ms. Charlette F. Frierson, NAF EOY Senior, NF-4, Community
Services Command;
    h. Ms. Tara L. West, NAF EOY Junior, NF-3, CGX Port Angeles.
2. The diligence and extraordinary work ethic of our highly skilled
civilian employees greatly contributed to the accomplishments of
the Coast Guard's operational mission readiness.
3. I would also like to recognize several honorary mention nominees.
Their noteworthy contributions demonstrate Honor, Respect and
Devotion to Duty.
    a. Mr. James L. Hoehn, GS-14, CG Yard Baltimore;
    b. Mr. William E. Bulock, GS-11, Air Station Sacramento;
    c. Ms. Eleanor J. Russo, GS-07, Air Station Cape Cod.
4. I thank all the commands that submitted nominations to recognize
their outstanding civilian employees. All nominated have my
heartfelt gratitude for their tremendous efforts and commitment
to mission success.
5. Coast Guard leadership will recognize the 2023 CEOY and NAF EOY
selectees at a ceremony at CG Headquarters on 06 November 2024
at 1115.
6. Please join me in congratulating all award recipients and
honorable mentions. Each employee truly exemplifies the Coast
Guard's Core Values.
7. POC: Please contact our Civilian Awards team at:
CivilianAwardRequests@uscg.mil.
8. Mr. Ryan M. Smith, Acting Assistant Commandant for
Civilian Personnel (CG-1C), sends.
9. Internet release is authorized.