Andersen's Best Published May 11, 2012 By Airman 1st Class Mariah Haddenham 36th Wing Public Affairs ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam -- Staff Sgt. Amanda Aaron, 36th Contingency Response Group noncomissioned officer in charge, was awarded Andersen's Best May 3. "Sergeant Aaron is responsible for ensuring that a staff of more than 480 personnel, 35 Unit Type Codes and equipment valued at approximately $110 million is ready and postured to support contingency and humanitarian operations throughout the Pacific Area of Responsibility," said Master Sgt. Jesus Rodriguez, Sergeant Aaron's supervisor. "During her tour at Andersen AFB, Sergeant Aaron has been instrumental to the success of airlifting 1,274 passengers and 1,000 tons of cargo in support of 14 joint exercises," continued Sergeant Rodriguez. Sergeant Aaron performs her job at an exemplary level, often under extreme time constraints, said Sergeant Rodriguez. Additionally, Sergeant Aaron is actively involved in spearheading 36 CRG's Air Force Assistance Fund campaign. As the unit's representative, Sergeant Aaron achieved 100 percent group staff contact in two days and helped raise $13,874 across the 36 CRG, remarkably exceeding the Group's goal by $5,734. Sergeant Aaron is excited about receiving her line number for Technical Sergeant and her next assignment to Germany, which will be her first joint assignment with her newly-wed husband Jeffrey. Sergeant Aaron is also a Pittsburg Steelers fan. Andersen's Best is a recognition program which highlights a top performer from the 36th Wing. Each week, supervisors nominate a member of their team for outstanding performance and the wing commander presents the selected Airman/civilian with an award. To nominate your Airmen/civilian for Andersen's Best, contact your unit chief or superintendent explaining their accomplishments.