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Category: 316th ESC, 377th Theater Sustainment Command

Kevin Meisler Promoted to Brigadier General
December 6, 2020 — The Army promoted U.S. Army Reserve Col. Kevin Meisler to brigadier general during a ceremony held at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Dec. 5, 2020. With the promotion, Meisler will take command of the 4th Sustainment Command (Expeditionary), which directs more than 6,500 Army Reserve Soldiers throughout Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and New Mexico... MORE

U.S. Army Reserve Brig. Gen. Kevin Meisler was promoted during a ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Dec. 5, 2020. With the promotion, Meisler will take command of the 4th Sustainment Command (Expeditionary), which directs more than 6,500 Army Reserve Soldiers throughout Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and New Mexico. (U.S. Army photo by Capt. David Gasperson)

316th ESC Company Commander Creates Collective Training Event in the Wake of COVID-19
December 4, 2020 — When COVID-19 led our country to declare a national emergency this summer, it forever changed our lives. Special events have been postponed, vacations have been canceled, and even traveling has been partially banned. Everyone must cope with the change—especially military officers whose troops look to them for stability and leadership. As an Army officer, you need to adapt to your changing environment and do what is best for your Soldiers. Since March of this year, First Lt. Kaitlyn Gorgone of the 14th Quartermaster Company, 316th Sustainment Command (Expeditionary), displayed a tremendous amount of patience despite beginning her company command in March of this year... MORE

First Lt. Kaitlyn Gorgone of the 14th Quartermaster Company, 316th Sustainment Command (Expeditionary

Preparing for worse in the worst of times
November 18, 2020 — During a year characterized by unexpected tragedy, the planners at the 377th Theater Sustainment Command are preparing for many more to come. Soldiers at the headquarters building are taking part in a whole-of-force planning effort to ensure that despite the continued ravages of the pandemic, the command is prepared to respond to all of the other unpredictable disasters the upcoming new year can bring with it... MORE

377th Theater Sustainment Command Soldiers discuss plans at the Belle Chasse, La. based Command Operations and Information Center prior to the cumulative tabletop exercise, Nov. 13, 2020.

Army Reserve activates 495th Inland Cargo Transportation Company in Arkansas
November 9, 2020 — The Army Reserve hosted a unit activation ceremony and assumption of command for the 495th Inland Cargo Transportation Company at the Armed Forces Reserve Center in Jonesboro, Arkansas on Nov. 7, 2020... MORE

U.S. Army Reserve Soldiers adapt to battle assembly in a COVID Environment
November 3, 2020 — The 377th Theater Sustainment Command has had an intense year. As the leading logistical element in support of U.S. Army North’s nationwide disaster response, Soldiers within the command have been mobilized to support medical units across the country in their fight against COVID-19, respond to a catastrophic hurricane season, and assist in the ongoing fight to stem the seemingly interminable west coast wildfires... MORE

Spc. Brian Hartman, a generator mechanic assigned to the 377th Theater Sustainment Command, aims at a target during primary marksmanship instruction in Belle Chasse, Louisiana, October 25, 2020.

Bubbles to the rescue: Army Reserve adapts training and education to COVID-19
October 21, 2020 — Across the training landscape of the Army Reserve, the seemingly distant memory of pre COVID-19 exercises is now but a wistful reminder of just how much has changed. The once-complex process of unit training before the pandemic is now simplistic by comparison to the requirements of the new age. Complex, immersive and cutting-edge safety measures have become the standard as the force seeks to maintain its fighting edge. ... MORE

Lt. Col. Samuel Bates (right), a G-7 officer at the 377th Theater Sustainment Command, discusses training with Master Sgt. Richard Broussard at the headquarters building in Belle Chasse, La., Oct. 20, 2020.

U.S. Army Reserve activates first field feeding company
October 6, 2020 — The U.S. Army Reserve will activate its first-ever field feeding company Oct. 16, 2020, with one year to become fully integrated. The activation signifies yet another push of moving culinary specialists (92G) from dining facilities to a more battlefield oriented environment... MORE

Army Reserve leaders provide insight to Soldiers at ARSC Commander’s Forum
October 1, 2020 — Brig. Gen. Donald Absher, commander of Army Reserve Sustainment Command, hosted the Army Reserve Sustainment Command Commander’s Forum Sept. 24-27 to explain how Army Reserve leaders are developing senior enlisted leaders and officers by fostering a climate of trust and respect that protects Soldiers, civilians and family members... MORE

Army Reserve Soldier Makes up for Missed OCS Opportunity
September 29, 2020 — It is often said the window of opportunity only opens once. Fortunately for Sgt. David Lynch of the 316th Sustainment Command (Expeditionary), the window of opportunity to become an officer opened twice... MORE

Lynch is serving in the 316th ESC as a mobilization HR officer after recently completing nearly three months of OCS training at Ft. Benning, Ga. this year.

Army Reserve Soldier Reaches Unexplored Potential
September 28, 2020 — No one knows the importance of having a backup plan better than U.S. Army Reserve Capt. Bob Schmelig. Schmelig joined the U.S. Army Reserve when he was 29 years old—almost eight years beyond the average age of new recruits. After entering the Army Reserve, he reached other milestones including having a family, buying a home, and working in a stable civilian career. Then everything changed when Schmelig was laid off by his civilian employer after 12 years. He said he previously considered serving in the Army Reserve for several reasons. His long list of pros included new experiences, extra pay, and medical benefits. Schmelig joined the Army Reserve as a part-time job. He never expected it to be his career and now considers it one of the best decisions he ever made... MORE

“There are so many opportunities and so much to do, it can be overwhelming,” Schmelig said. “The key is looking for ways to get more involved and to not give up.”

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