Richard, US Air Force veteran

Richard, US Air Force veteran

Director EHS, GOM, Anadarko Petroleum Corporation

Q. What branch of the military did you serve under? What was your position in the military?
A. I served in the U.S. Air Force as a Missile Combat Crew Commander in the Minuteman ICBM weapon system.

Q. What were your responsibilities in the military?
A. I managed alert tours during the Vietnam War. These tours were part of the nuclear deterrent during the cold war.

Q. What is your current position?
A. I'm currently a Director of Environment, Health, and Safety at Anadarko Petroleum Corporation.

Q. Serving in the military provides great leadership skills. Beyond that, what skills and experiences did you learn in the military that enable you to be successful on the job?
A. Command and Control.

Q. Did you use the benefits of the GI Bill to enhance your education?
A. Yes.