Communications Security manager epitomizes 'Service Before Self' Published Sept. 24, 2009 ROYAL AIR FORCE LAKENHEATH, England -- Name and Rank: Staff Sgt. Rico Stone Unit: 48th Communications Squadron Duty Title: Alternate Communications Security manager Time in Service: 10.5 years Time at Lakenheath: 8 months Hometown: Detroit Hobbies: Gaming, fantasy football and movies Core Value Portrayed: "Service Before Self" How does the individual portray that core value? On many occasions Sergeant Stone has volunteered to stay behind to assist with last-minute requirements. He is always first to raise his hand whenever there is something that needs to be done. He always puts the mission over his own personal needs. Why is serving in the Air Force important to you? It makes me feel like I am accomplishing something significant for myself and my country. What accomplishment during your Air Force career are you most proud of? My proudest accomplishments are managing the Unit Control Center at Bolling Air Force Base on Sept. 11, 2001, and putting together deployment packages for intelligence personnel deploying in support of Hurricane Katrina rescue efforts. What are your personal and/or professional goals? My goal is to earn my bachelors degree in information technology management and apply for Officer Training School. What is your favorite part of your job? I enjoy the people I work with and helping our customers with their requirements to accomplish the mission.