Customer service technician epitomizes 'Service Before Self'

Published July 14, 2009

ROYAL AIR FORCE LAKENHEATH, England -- Airman 1st Class Matthew Salter, 48th Comptroller Squadron customer service technician, was nominated for the Liberty Spotlight by his chain of command because he practices the Air Force core value of "Service Before Self."

Commander: Lt. Col. Christopher DeJesus

Time in Service: 1 year 2 months

Time at Lakenheath: 8 months

Hometown: Tavares, Fla.

Hobbies: Playing guitar

Core Value Portrayed: Service before Self. Matthew always places the needs of his customers at the forefront. His "can-do" attitude and willingness to go the extra mile to take care of Team Lakenheath epitomizes the essence of Service before Self.

Why is serving in the AF important to you?
Serving in the Air Force is important to me because of the education benefits.

What are your personal and career goals?
My goals are to finish my enlistment and use my Montgomery G.I. Bill to go back to school.