

Council Mission
The mission of the Uniformed Council of Interest is to promote professional development for the Total Force Uniformed Council, oversee the integration of Uniformed members throughout the spectrum of SAME operations; advocate and engage Uniformed support of SAME’s Strategic Plan through outreach, training, networking and recognition, and provide value added to Uniformed members; mentor Uniformed members, and voice & address concerns of Uniformed service members.
Overview
The Uniformed Council is always looking for more Uniformed members to get engaged. If you have interest in learning more about this community of interest and ways you can get involves, including filling one of the open leadership positions, contact Senior Master Sgt. Brad Wilson, USAF, Uniformed Council Chair.
Benefits of Joining SAME
SAME offers a wide selection of benefits to uniformed servicemembers. From training to networking to credentialing and testing reimbursement, SAME ensures Uniformed members can make an impact in the A/E/C industry both while in uniform and after transitioning. The mentoring and camaraderie created through the Uniformed Council can help you support your professional career.
Community Chair
Vice Chair: Adam Brady, USAF
Secretary: TSgt Joshua Dane, USAF
Vice Chair of Communications: James Frick, SSgt, USAF
Vice Chair of Professional Development: Daniel Reilly, SMSgt ANG (ret)
Immediate Past Chair: Shane Payne, MSG, USA
COI Mentor: Senior Master Sgt. James Wirshing, USAF (Ret.)
COI Liaisons
STEM Liaison: Mitch Sisco, SMSgt, ANG
Represent the Uniformed COI on the K12 Outreach and Camps COIs
Young Professionals Liaison: OPEN
Leader Development Liaison: OPEN
Construction COI Liaison: Amanda Wakefield Jones, MSgt, USAF (ret)
Air Force Liaison: OPEN
Army Liaison: OPEN
Guard/Reserve Liaison: Tyler Jackson, 1SG ARNG
Navy Liaison: OPEN
Marine Corps Liaison: OPEN
Coast Guard Liaison: OPEN
CELC Liaison: OPEN
Liaisons act as representatives for each individual service branch and provide direct outreach to all uniformed members respective to each branch. Liaisons serve as the primary POC for service-related uniformed issues and work to enhance communication between the COI and service specific personnel. If you are interested in serving in these positions, contact Senior Master Sgt. Brad Wilson, USAF, Uniformed Council Chair.
Guard/Reserve Liaison: 1SG Class Tyler Jackson, ARNG
Army Liaison: VACANT
Navy Liaison: VACANT
Marine Liaison: Master Sgt. Garey Tucker, USMC
Air Force Liaison: Tech Sgt. Kelvin Rodriguez, USAF
Coast Guard Liaison: Machinery Technician Senior Chief Petty Officer John Wright, USCG
CELC Liaison: VACANT
SAME National Webinars
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New Nuclear Power Market Overview
This webinar presents an overview of the new nuclear power market, including the leading technologies and their proposed applications. This in-depth discussion will span technological advances and overviews on the latest Generation 3+ Advanced Light Water Reactors, Generation 4 Non-Light Water Reactors, and Micro Reactor innovations. -
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Solving Complex CVOC Problems with ISTR– Field Proven Approaches
This webinar will first discuss the unique aspects of performance-based designs when considering procurement of thermal remediation services. Next, we will discuss how to evaluate criteria when selecting performance objectives, i.e., “ how do you define success?” -
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The National Spatial Reference System: Modernizing Our Geodetic Foundation for the Future
The National Geodetic Survey (NGS), within the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), is in the process of making the critical transition from the current National Spatial Reference System (NSRS) to the upcoming, modernized (2022) system.
Related TME Articles – Uniformed Council
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Delivering Successful Projects for USACE Far East District
Establishing a physical presence in Korea and collaborating with local contractors can assist U.S.-based firms in successfully delivering federal projects on the peninsula. -
Safeguarding Assets at the Jersey City Medical Center
A federally funded micro-resiliency project to enhance flood protection for the Jersey City Medical Center required navigating operational challenges and developing a complex phased construction approach. -
Regenesis Offers Full-Spectrum PFAS Remediation
For project stakeholders and remediation managers confronted with PFAS, Regenesis demonstrates why in situ treatment using Regenesis’ PlumeStop® colloidal activated carbon (CAC) is a game changer. -
Reversing the Shrinking Industrial Base
Incentivizing companies to remain as advanced small businesses, without needing to transition to the large fully open competition market, coupled with difficulties for new small businesses to enter federal acquisition, has resulted in a steady pattern of decline in the nation’s defense industrial base, carrying with it risks to innovation, global standing, and national security.