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Honors
 | Certificate of Appreciation, United States Army Reserve Personnel Command,
11 Mar, 2002
To MSG Mark Hermanns, for your willingness to volunteer for active duty in
support of operation Noble Eagle and operation Enduring Freedom. Your
actions truly depict the meaning of "Citizen Soldier." Your
loyalty to duty can only be deemed exceptional, and you are a credit to the
solders of the Army Reserve and the Department of Army. On behalf of the
officers and noncommissioned officers in our Army of one, I thank you.
Signed W. Bruce Pittman, Colonel, EN, Commanding.
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| Nortel Networks, comments by Project Manager William Parrish, TDI
(Technical Data Interchange) Systems, Mar 5, 2001
Comments documented in individual's evaluation. Requested a senior level
person; Mark is very much at the Senior Level. Mark has gone above and
beyond to make sure that the applications are thoroughly documented and has
brought many different ideas to the group to make our processes more
efficient. Great attitude; Mark always asks how he can make a situation
better he is a total team player. Mark's professionalism was excellent and
his integrity in his work left a benchmark. Mark has been a pleasure to work
with over the time involved and I would recommend him to any other company
if needed.
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| Keiser College, Phi Theta Kappa, candidate, Jan 31, 2000
International Honor Society of two year colleges. Signed Rose Farhat.
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| Keiser College, Dean's List, Aug 30, 1999 to Dec. 17, 1999
Recognized for outstanding academic achievement in maintaining Cumulative
GPA of 3.75 to 4.0, signed Sara Malmstrom, Dean of Academics, Dec. 18, 1999.
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| Letter of Commendation, Lionel A Cote, Chief of Police, 17 Jun., 1997
The purpose of this communication, on behalf of the Police, Fire, City Hall,
Building & Zoning, and Recreation Departments. is to express our
appreciation for your efforts in revamping, improving and upgrading our city
wide computer Systems. We are so much farther ahead city-wide 'with our
computer capability and hope, with your expertise, that we are able to
maintain that level of excellence in the future. We also know that it is
extremely difficult to be pulled from one person to another, not to mention
from one department to another, but you handle it well. On behalf of all of
us city-wide, your efforts to help us are greatly appreciated
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| Certificate of Appreciation, 16 Aug. 1995
In grateful recognition of your support we, the City of Satellite Beach
hereby present Mark Hermanns with this certificate of appreciation for
outstanding dedication and contributions during Hurricane Erin, August 1995.
Signed David R. Schecter, Mayor.
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| Certificate of Outstanding Performance, COLSA Corporation, 31 May. 1994
From Francisco 3. Collazo President) and Clarence A. Tidwell, Jr. (Vice
president and General Manager). You were singled out by the Government
customer for outstanding performance in computer skills and assistance. Mark
Hermanns. Information Management Activity (IMA), recently received an
enthusiastic commendation from Maj. General John G. Coburn, who praised
Mark's "high standards for personal achievement." Mark; who
supports the Manpower Requirements Criteria (MARC) effort on Redstone
Arsenal, Continually demonstrates a phenomenally professional and dedicated
attitude toward his customer while providing the highest quality support. We
are glad to have Mark on board!
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| Letter of Commendation, Department of the Army, 11 Apr. 1994
From John R. Chapman. Deputy Director Integrated Material Management Center,
to Mr. Mark Hermanns, Technical Staff (COLSA), Logistics Engineering and
Maintenance Directorate. "I wish to commend you for your exceptional
computer skills in keeping the Tactical Missile Consolidation Base
Realignment and Closure office working in a smooth and efficient manner from
Nov. 93 to present. There were some intense periods and your computer
teachings and assistance were extremely helpful. It reflected favorably on
your organization and the Army. Your demonstrated proficiency, flexibility,
and support were most commendable during these technically demanding and
physically exhausting days. You exhibited a strong degree of dedication, a
deep sense of professionalism and a total disregard for the time constraints
of the normal duty day. Your efforts were essential in meeting Congress' and
the Defense Depot Maintenance Council's commitment to consolidate all depot
level tactical missile maintenance at Letterkenny Army Depot. Your efforts
were significant and essential to accomplishing the goal of missile System
transition and development of one DoD tactical missile maintenance depot.
Please accept my personal gratitude and appreciation for a job well done in
support of this Base Realignment and Closure tactical missile consolidation
and the soldier in the field." |
| Army Commendation Medal, 22 Oct.1991
For meritorious service as the Noncommissioned officer In Charge of the
Ammunition Supply Branch, Command Ammunition office, 19th Support Command
Korea. From 11 Sept. 90 to 11 Sept. 91. Master Sergeant Hermanns' was the
primary organizer of the first theater level automated ammunition stress
test. The test successfully generated hard data necessary to analyze the
system's wartime effectiveness. He also spearheaded the effort to fix
computer link between US Army and Korean Army Logistics commands,
reestablishing the ability to maintain ammunition visibility for the
theater. His contribution significantly increased the overall effectiveness
of the office.
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| Certificate of Gratitude, 30 Jan.1991
From the Korean Government. Signed by the Director of Republic of Korea,
Ammunition Supply Coordinating Group (ASCG). "In appreciation of your
meritorious support for the success of the Focus-Clear exercise 91, Your
willing dedication to duty has done much for the friendship between the U.S.
and ROK armies. God bless you and many happy days in the future of Command
Ammunition Office.
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| Certificate of Achievement, 7 Jan.1991
For meritorious achievement as Noncommissioned Officer In Charge of the
Standard Army Ammunition System (SAAS) Network Test at Camp Ames. Korea from
7 Dec.90 through 10 Dec. 90.
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| Army Commendation Medal, 13 Nov.1990
For exceptionally meritorious service while assigned as an instructor and
operations sergeant for the Special Ammunition Division. United States Army
Ordnance Missile Munitions Center and School Redstone Arsenal, Alabama, from
15 Jul. 1987 to 17 Sept. 1990. He provided quality instruction for the
professional development of officers, noncommissioned officers. and entry
level soldiers by researching and ensuring the most current information was
being presented; He contributed immeasurably to the passing of two
Department of the Army Nuclear Technical Inspections, Nov.1988 and Mar.1990,
with no comments received during the latter. Master Sergeant Hermanns has
brought great credit upon himself his unit and the United States Army.
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| Letter of Thanks, 12 Jul. 1990
From Col. Lowell J. Smith, Deputy Chief of Staff for Training, HQ Training
and Doctrine Command. For administrative support for the TRADOC Communities
of Excellence (TCOE) visit July 9-12, 1990. "Thank you for your
administrative support. Your assistance proved invaluable in facilitating
our efforts to Judge so many aspects of the USAOMMCS within such a
compressed schedule. We could not have done it without your help. Your
enthusiasm, energy and professionalism all contributed to the success of the
visit. Your pride in the USAOMMCS is apparent. Enthusiasm spreads and
affects everyone around you. "Excellence today is better then it was
yesterday, but not as good as it will be tomorrow" is a key principle
of the TCOE program. From our brief look at your school the past three days
it is clear that you are meeting that principle. Once again, thank you for
your support."
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| Army Achievement Medal, 6 Feb. 1989
For exceptionally meritorious achievement while serving as Instructor,
Munitions Training Department, United States Army Ordnance Missile and
Munitions Center and School, Redstone Arsenal, AL. From 1 Aug. 88 to 18 Nov.
88. Sergeant First Class Hermanns developed a large volume of material for
the three most technical courses in the division. At the same time, he
incorporated this and other instructional material into the computer system
allowing for faster, more accurate review and revision process. His research
and hard WORK contributed significantly to the successful completion of the
Department of the Army Nuclear Surety Inspection with this department.
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| National Deans List. 1988-1989, GPA 4.0
Nominated by Columbia College, Name and bio. added to the published National
Deans list for 1988-1989 academic year.
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| Certificate of Achievement, 28 Sept.1988
73rd Ordnance battalion. 269th Ordnance Brigade. In appreciation of
noteworthy performance in the Track meet. USAOMMCS during the period 22 Aug,
88 to 2 Sept 88. Sergeant First Class Hermanns' ability to compete and
willingness to participate enabled him to place 3rd in the 1 Mile Run in the
Brigade. Sergeant First Class Hermanns' accomplishment reflects great credit
upon himself and the United States Army.
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| Letter of Appreciation. 7 Sept.1988
Office of the Inspector General, Washington DC. From Col. Kenneth C. Koy. to
Col. J. H. Griffen Commandant. "I recently attended the Inspector
General Technical Training Refresher course at your institution and commend
those involved This was a well run program, both technically and
administratively. Please convey my appreciation to SFC. Hermanns for his
professional effort and responsiveness.
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| Certificate of Appreciation, 19 Aug. 1988
For participation in the initial Redstone Arsenal Family Action Plan
Symposium. Your personal contribution and willing support played a
significant role in this effort to develop a plan for enhancing the quality
of life on Redstone Arsenal for the total Army family. Your effort is
greatly appreciated. William B. Greer, Col. Chief of Staff.
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| Army Achievement Medal, 28 Apr. 1988
For exceptional meritorious achievement while serving as Instructor,
Munitions Training Department, United States Army Ordnance Missile and
Munitions Center and School, Redstone Arsenal Alabama. Sergeant First Class
Hermanns excellent leadership ability, technical expertise, and outstanding
instructional abilities were directly responsible for him being selected as
Instructor of the Month for March 1988. his commitment and exemplary efforts
in preparation and presentation of classes were evident by his flawless
instructional techniques.
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| Army Commendation Medal. 13 Aug. 1987
For exceptionally meritorious service while assigned to the 69th Ordnance
company and 559h United States Army Artillery Group from 13 Aug. 84 to 14
Jul. 87. During this period Sergeant First Class Hermanns served as
maintenance Platoon Sergeant at the 69th Ordnance company and then became
the 559h Artillery maintenance Advisor. The combination of his inexhaustible
knowledge and his leadership raised significantly the combat readiness of
the 69th Ordnance Company. As Maintenance Advisor for the Group, he shared
his expertise with all subordinate units, resulting in a dramatic increase
in proficiency across the Group.
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| Letter of Commendation, 3 Mar. 1986
From Col. George B. Reed, Commander, 559th Artillery Group, "For
exceptionally superior performance of duties as the operations sergeant of
the Group Tactical Operations center you displayed a comprehensive knowledge
of Group operational requirements and made personal sacrifices by working
for extended periods of time. This professionalism and devotion to duty
enhanced the overall effectiveness of the Tactical Operations Center.
Additionally, the DISTAFF program you created and managed injected tactical
incidents, which realistically tested the reporting capabilities of
subordinate units in a wartime scenario.
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| Letter of Appreciation, 1 Aug. 1985
From George B. Reed, Col., 559th Artillery Group commanding, during the past
two months. This unit prepared for and executed a Nuclear Accident Incident
response and Assistance (NAIRA) exercise. This exercise required long hours
of planning, coordination and meetings. The long hours and willing
assistance given by you during the preparation and execution of this
exercise is appreciated and commended. Without your assistance in the
difficult task of gathering and making the materials used at the crash site
and preparing the Operations Order, the exercise would not have gone as
smoothly or as nearly perfect as it did You are the type of NCO that
functions in an outstanding manner without continued guidance. A task
assigned to you is a task accomplished, quickly and correctly. You are a
credit to your rank, the 559th USAAG and the United States Army.
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| Certificate for Academic Excellence, Association of the United States
Army. Dec.1983
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| Honor Graduate, Advanced Noncommissioned Officer Course, 1983. GPA 3.96,
USAOMMCS
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| Letter of Commendation. 14 Sept. 1982
From Joseph R. Cote. Col. Ordnance Corps, Commandant. "It is with
utmost pleasure that I take this opportunity to congratulate and commend you
for your significant contribution to the development of the 550
End-of-Course Comprehensive Test in Skill Qualification Format. Through your
sterling efforts, this formidable project was completed in the minimum time
and in the finest manner possible. Without your devotion to duty technical
expertise, and most professional attitude, this could not have been
possible. This outstanding display of professionalism will serve as an
example for others. Our organization is fortunate to have a soldier of your
caliber.
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| Army Commendation Medal, 21 Feb. 1980
For meritorious service during the period 18 May 76 to Feb. 80. Assigned to
the 69th Ordnance Company Maintenance Platoon as a maintenance technician
Specialist Hermanns, performance of maintenance on classified munitions and
host nation trainers was outstanding. Through long hours and energetic
application of knowledge the unit's Nuclear, Chemical and Biological
protective posture has increased dramatically.
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| Letter of Appreciation, 11 Feb. 1980
From Theodore A. Zaehainger, Maj, 69th Ordnance Company, Commanding. "I
wish to take this opportunity to express my appreciation for your
outstanding performance of duty while assigned to the 69th Ordnance Company
during the period 28 Jan. to 1 Feb. 1980. The professional manner in which
you discharged your duties allowed this unit to achieve a close out
department of the Army Nuclear Surety Inspection. You can be proud of this
achievement! With your demonstrated initiative, ability. Enthusiasm and
willingness to become involved, I believe that you will succeed in all that
you undertake. 1 commend you on your performance of duty, which reflects
great credit on you. your unit, and the United States Army."
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| Letter of Appreciation. 25 Oct. 1978
From John F. Weber III, CW2, 69th Ordnance Company. It is with a great deal
of pride that I commend you on your performance. You have gone beyond
minimal job requirements and through your conscientious efforts in training
you have insured an on going attitude towards excellence in weapons
maintenance. Only through the fostering of such attitudes will weapon
maintenance and reliability remain at the present high level. It is with the
greatest respect for these attitudes that I thank you for a job well done. A
copy of this letter will be placed in your field 201 file.
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| Letter of Appreciation. 30 Jun.1978
From Gerald S. Jarvis, CAPT. 69th Ordnance Company Commanding, "I wish
to extend to you my congratulations on an outstanding job during the recent
SETAF (Italy) Nuclear Emergency Team (NET) Training Exercise on 26 Jun.1978.
Your demonstrated ability on Hotline procedures received nothing but
laudatory comments from Defense Nuclear Team School personnel as well as the
USAREUR evaluators grading the exercise. Comments made were the "best
observed in USAREUR during the past year" to "better than half the
teams that attended the NET school in CONUS. The seriousness and
professionalism displayed by you is in the highest traditions of the
professional soldier. Again my congratulations on a job well done. |
| Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Feb 1974 - Jan 1975
Korean Service, 833rd Ordnance Company, 6th Ordnance Battalion, Taejon. |
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