Begg is "Commander's Wingman of Choice" for Jan. 7-11 Published Dec. 28, 2012 82nd Training Wing Public Affairs SHEPPARD AIR FORCE BASE, Texas -- Tech. Sgt. Diana Begg of the 982nd Training Group was named the the 82nd TRW "Commander's Wingman of Choice" award winner for the week of Jan. 7-11. The 82nd Training Wing "Commander's Wingman of Choice" award program is the commander's way of acknowledging Airmen for a job well done and to recognize Airmen who exemplify the spirit of the program. Criteria for consideration include outstanding duty performance, community involvement and exemplary leadership. Go by name: Diana Duty title: Material Management Craftsman Hometown: San Bernardino, Calif. Years of service and time on Sheppard: 11 years active duty and 2.5 years as part of Team Sheppard Family: husband Tech. Sgt. John Begg, daughter Arielle and another child (hoping for a boy) is due in June. They also have a four legged child, their 4 year old boxer Ikaika. Education: A.S., Logistics and Resources, Community College of the Air Force What inspires you: daughter Arielle, who is my angel. Future goals: Apply for the Nurse Enlisted Commissioning Program NECP and finish her Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology Greatest accomplishment: Her greatest accomplishment has been joining the Air Force. That one single decision has allowed her to meet great people and travel the globe. Hobbies, off-duty interests: The Begg family enjoys traveling and as much time as possible with family. Sergeant Begg is renowned for her arts and crafts skills; Hobby Lobby has become her second home. Reason for submission: Sergeant Begg is a vital part of the field training machine and the epitome of the team concept. As a part of the Materials section, she manages the accountability, condition and shipment of training assets valued at over $492 million throughout 48 geographically separated units (GSU) spanning seven MAJCOMS. Additionally, she manages 429 aircraft maintenance training devices worth $487 million. Sergeant Begg is also the group Unit Deployment manager. She helps coordinate deployments from the 48 GSUs. Sergeant Begg is very visible in all aspects of group sponsored functions. She can be found working diligently behind the scene to coordinate, plan and execute everything from the annual picnics to retirement ceremonies. Commander's comments: Tech. Sgt. Begg epitomizes the Wingman spirit. She brings an infectious positive attitude to the 982d TRG and brightens the day of all she comes in contact. She is a consummate professional and outstanding team member with a tireless work ethic. She seems to be at the core of every morale event that takes place in the group, continuously ensuring that my team remains connected beyond the execution of daily mission requirements. Her Wingman prowess was particularly evident when she recently supported a coworker that was forced to return from a deployed location on emergency leave due to a tragic family accident. Immediately upon being notified of the event, she assumed a liaison position between the deployed member, family and leadership, passionately coordinating critical information to all parties until the member was safely back in the local area. Furthermore, she remained engaged, providing vital assistance throughout the entire leave period and up through the member's redeployment to the AOR. Sergeant Begg is absolutely the perfect choice for 82nd TRW Wingman of Choice Award. - Col. Peter Markle, 982nd Training Group Due to being on leave, Begg was unavailable for the weekly staff meeting and will be recognized at a future date.