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Committee Leadership

Mr. James Mungenast Chair
Mr. Tommy Cauthen Vice Chair
Mr. Bruce Damrow Training Director
Mr. Stu Reeve Military Outreach Director
Mr. John Dyess Employer Outreach Director
Mr. Marcus Whitt Ombudsman Director
Mr. Ken Tarkington Public Affairs Director
Mr. Steve Martin Website Content Manager
Mr. Terry Buckley Jackson Area Chair
Mr. Robert Roy Jackson Area Vice Chair
Ms. Mary Moore Middle TN Area Chair
Mr. Bob Haynes Middle TN Area Vice Chair
Mr. Bill Hewitt Chattanooga Area Chair
Mr. Chris Cole Chattanooga Area Vice Chair
Mr. Steve Martin Knoxville Area Chair
Mr. Barry O'Neal Knoxville Area Vice Chair
Mr. Jerry Bush Northeast TN Area Chair
Mr. Rick Mcvey Northeast TN Area Vice Chair
Mr. Ernest Benson Memphis Area Chair
Mr. Al Rogers Memphis Area Vice Chair

ESGR, a Department of Defense office, is comprised of dedicated and trained volunteers and staff. We will develop and promote employer support for Guard and Reserve service by advocating relevant initiatives, recognizing outstanding support, increasing awareness of applicable laws, and resolving conflict between employers and Service members.

ESGR informs and educates Service members and their civilian employers regarding their rights and responsibilities governed by the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act of 1994 (USERRA). ESGR does not have statutory authority to enforce, but serves as a neutral, free resource to employers and service members. ESGR’s trained ombudsmen provide mediation of issues relating to compliance with USERRA.

Contact Information

Mary Moore Volunteer Support Technician JFHQ-ESGR 3041 Sidco Dr
Nashville TN 37204
615-603-8601

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September 07, 20232023 Freedom Award Recipients Honored

WASHINGTON ­– The Department of Defense honored the recipients of the 2023 Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award, the highest U.S. government honor to employers for support of National Guard and Reserve, in a formal ceremony at the Pentagon Aug. 30.

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June 30, 2023Statement by Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III on the 50th Anniversary of America's All-Volunteer Force

WASHINGTON -Fifty years ago, the United States military began to fill its ranks solely with brave Americans who freely choose to defend our republic. Ever since the draft ended on July 1, 1973, Americans have joined our military out of conviction, not compulsion. Over the years, the members of our All-Volunteer Force have been motivated by patriotism, pride, and principle—by the desire to be a part of something bigger than themselves, and by their love for our exceptional nation.

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June 20, 2023DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE ANNOUNCES RECIPIENTS OF THE 2023 SECRETARY OF DEFENSE EMPLOYER SUPPORT FREEDOM AWARD

Fifteen Exceptional Employers Recognized for Top Honor

WASHINGTON ­– The Department of Defense is pleased to announce the 15 recipients of the 2023 Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award, the highest U.S. government honor to employers for support of National Guard and Reserve employees.

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