October 2009 Corpsmember of the Month

Thomas Procter

Supervisor: David Frazier

Crew: Corps Respond Crew

Length of time at CCNB: 11.5 months

Reason corpsmember was selected: The Corps Respond crew as a whole has exhibited an exceptional attitude and work ethic this entire year. Tom is one of the key reasons for this in my eyes. Tom is above and beyond in his enthusiastic work level and assistance of fellow corps members, which is noted and commented on by the Sponsors on a regular basis. Tom not only likes to help his fellow members of Corps Respond, but he has also started a trend of helping other crews unload and put away tools at the end of their days, spreading this helpful attitude across all of Natural Resources Crew.

Skills training received at CCNB: Power tool use, project management, disaster operations, search and rescue, flood response, public speaking

Leadership roles at CCNB: Assistant Crew Leader

Favorite project: Back Country trip

Favorite educational component: Flood training

Favorite aspect of working at CCNB: The hardwork and service to America

Future plans: Graduate school - Public Policy Administration

What did Corpsmember do before joining CCNB? He was a student and worked for his town's Natural Resources Department.

Why did Corpsmember join CCNB? To serve America

How has CCNB changed your life? It has prepared him for the future.

What life lessons has the Corpsmember learned from the experience? He learned how to better deal with frustration, and how to be more flexible. He also learned that if you want to make something happen, you need to take the initiative.

Any advice for young people wanting to join CCNB? Keep a clear mind and a full heart

What's the most important thing you've learned from this experience? Hardwork and dedication pays off