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Congratulations to 17 Red River team members who recently completed the Level I Professional Development Program! The 5-week program is intended to target professionals who strive to be leaders and introduces participants to core principles and values. The program is also used to build skills like communication, problem solving, and team building. The special speaker for the ceremony, RRAD Commander COL Denis J. Fajardo, addressed the graduates on the importance of professional development. "Progress requires two key components: the ability to do more and the willpower to make it happen," he said. "Not everyone possesses both, but you all do, and I appreciate you for taking the opportunity to grow—both for yourselves and for the organization." COL Fajardo presented certificates of completion following his remarks. Graduates of the program are: Jeffrey Brown, Jessica Brown, Benny Byers, Habiba Casteel, Anthony Cellers, Tara Cockrum, Clifton English, Gaylon Foster, Donna Hutchinson, James Johnston, Rodney Long, Amanda Martin, Jacob Martinez, Charles Ray, Timothy Scoggin, Justin Smith, and Caleb Woodruff. Mistress of Ceremony for the graduation was Ginger Shirley. The Professional Development Program is managed by the depot’s Leadership, Education, and Development (LEAD) Office under the Directorate for Resource Management.

It’s #TeamMemberTuesday and time for us to spotlight one of our amazing employees! Today, we shine the spotlight on Cody Barrett who has been a part of #TeamRedRiver for over 21 years! Cody, who currently works as an equipment specialist in our Production Engineering Division, enjoys his position because of the support he gives to the team members who work on the shop floor. “I come from a production background, and I understand the importance of the work that's done by the men and women of our workforce,” he said. “I enjoy working with various organizations across the Depot to solve complex situations. Each day often brings a new challenge, and I enjoy doing my best to make sure equipment projects succeed for the benefit of our production personnel and the end users of our products.” Thank you, Cody, for your continued contributions to our depot! #BeAllYouCanBe #TeamMemberTuesday

In alignment with Department of Defense Instruction 5400.17 and recent Executive Orders issued by the President, the U.S. Army has reviewed and adjusted its social media content to ensure compliance with DoD policies and priorities. As a result, certain posts have been removed, are in the process of being removed, or modified to remain consistency with federal guidance and uphold the integrity of our official communication channels. Content will be archived in accordance with DA PAM 25-403. The U.S. Army remains committed to transparency, professionalism, and adherence to DoD directives while continuing to engage with our community in a manner that reflects our core values.

Keeping Our Warfighters Rolling! ?????? PFC (E3) Joseph A. Dellarte, while riding in a High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV), found a Red River Army Depot quality sticker inside! What made this even more special? His father, Anthony Dellarte, works as a maintenance systems analyst at the depot! This discovery highlights the vital role #TeamRedRiver plays in supporting our Warfighters. Our team’s dedication to excellence ensures that our Soldiers have reliable, top-quality equipment, enhancing Army Readiness. Every sticker represents the hard work and commitment we have to take care of our Armed Forces. “We build it as if our lives depend on it – Theirs do!” #TeamRedRiver | #ArmyReadiness | #CommittedtoExcellence

????#TeamRedRiver Inspires Future Innovators ???? Yesterday, we teamed up with 5th grade engineering students at TISD - Morriss Elementary! ???? The students are designing and building lunar rovers powered by mousetraps. As part of their curriculum, teachers aim to connect classroom learning to real-world applications. That’s where we come in. RRAD team members Steve Starrett, logistics management specialist and Ben Moore, mechanical engineer, showcased the depot’s work in repairing and rebuilding wheeled and tracked vehicles. The students were highly engaged and asked numerous questions about Red River's capabilities. #TeamRedRiver | #STEMEducation | #FutureEngineers

It’s #TeamMemberTuesday and time for us to spotlight one of our amazing employees! Today, we shine the spotlight on Thelma Sims who has been a part of #TeamRedRiver for over 20 years! Thelma, who currently works as a tool control officer in our Inventory Management Division, understands how important her daily duties are to the work the depot carries out for the Warfighter. “Many people overlook the significance of this job until they find themselves on the other end of a phone call with a loved one who’s serving on the front lines,” she said. “Imagine the impact of hearing them say, ‘I was just in a Humvee (HMMWV) with a Red River sticker on it.’ It’s moments like these that truly highlight the profound connection and importance of this role.” Thank you, Thelma, for your continued contributions to our depot! #BeAllYouCanBe #TeamMemberTuesday #EmployeeSpotlight

We bid a heartfelt farewell to an incredible Red River team member who has dedicated his career to the success of the depot. Congratulations to John Gaskin on his recent retirement! Gaskin has 16 years of dedicated service and departs #TeamRedRiver as transportation supervisor. Throughout this time, he supported soldiers during multiple deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan. Additionally, John honorably served four years in the U.S. Army as a 19K M1 Abrams tank operator. Gaskin was presented his retirement certificate and certificate of appreciation by Red River Chief of Staff Joe Johnson. #ComittedtoExcellence #OurBestNothingLess

The U.S. Army TACOM Mentorship Program is fostering professional growth at every career stage. This year, we have our largest cohort yet with 37 mentors and 37 mentees. Over the next 8 months, participants will engage in one-on-one meetings and workshops on goal setting, accountability, and career mapping. Shoutout to RRAD Commander COL Denis Fajardo for his role as a mentor! Learn more ?? https://lnkd.in/gg77UpSg

???? Wildland Fire Training Alert! ???? In conjunction with the Texas A&M Forest Service, we are gearing up to host the annual Red River Army Depot Wildland Fire Training event! ???? This essential training will take place from March 3-7. This event is a crucial opportunity for our community's firefighters and emergency responders to enhance their skills and learn new techniques. See below for more details. To sign up please visit: https://lnkd.in/gPj-s2ZC For cabin rentals please visit: https://lnkd.in/grNVYbbM

It’s #TeamMemberTuesday and time for us to spotlight one of our amazing employees! Today, we shine the spotlight on Jason Irwin who has been a part of #TeamRedRiver for eight years! Jason is a Firefighter/EMT within our Directorate for Emergency Servies and is highly committed to his responsibilities as a part of the Red River team. “Supporting the Warfighter is key when it comes to being a Red River Firefighter,” he said. “In order to maintain that level of performance, a Red River Firefighter must prioritize the protection of life and property so that the operation supporting the Warfighter remains intact. As Red River Firefighters, we strengthen depot operations by offering lifesaving classes that equip personnel with essential techniques to sustain life until Firefighter personnel can take over.” As a part of our fire department team, Jason works to ensure that the facilities and more importantly, the people are always safe. “Fire prevention is the cornerstone of our fire protection efforts, achieved through pre-fire inspections that ensure operational safety within facilities and that buildings meet fire safety standards,” he said. “With these key supports in place, we ensure that personnel at Red River Army Depot have the necessary tools to support fire protection operations, creating a safe environment for all.” Thank you, Jason, for your continued contributions to our depot! #BeAllYouCanBe #TeamMemberTuesday