48th Fighter Wing NCO exemplifies multiple core values Published Aug. 18, 2009 ROYAL AIR FORCE LAKENHEATH, England -- Name and Rank: Tech. Sgt. Yakita Montgomery Unit: 48th Fighter Wing Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office Duty Title: SAPR Office NCO in charge Time in Service: 13 years Time at Lakenheath: 2.5 years Hometown: New York City Hobbies: Writing poetry Core Value Portrayed: Sergeant Montgomery absolutely portrays not only the core value of "Excellence in All We Do", but also "Service before Self" every single day. She diligently works with community agencies, and she also serves as a mentor to young Airmen and her peers. Why is serving in the Air Force important to you? Serving in the Air Force gives me the opportunity to serve my country, give back to the local community and travel the world, sometimes all in the same week! What accomplishment during your Air Force career are you most proud of? I don't think I can narrow it down to just one accomplishment. Overall, I'm just happy with the connections I've made with the people I've either worked for or worked with. What are your personal and career goals? My goal is to become the first female African-American Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force.