48th Operation Support Squadron embodies Excellence in All We Do

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Staff Sgt. Sean Marlow, 48th Operational Support Squadron wing SERE specialist, was nominated for the Liberty spotlight by his chain of command because he portrays the Air Force core value of "Excellence in All We Do."

Commander: Lt. Col. Mark K Ciero

Time in Service: 5 years, 6 months

Time at Lakenheath: 1 year, 8 months

Hometown: Norman, Oklahoma

Hobbies: Traveling, spending time outdoors and extreme sports

Core Value Portrayed: Sergeant Marlow's performance often epitomizes the Air Forces core values of Integrity, Service Before Self, and Excellence in All We Do. He constantly looks for challenges and ways to improve operations, is the first to arrive and the last to leave, never blinks an eye when asked to work on a birthday or long shift and come rain or shine, his integrity is above reproach. 

Why is serving in the Air Force important to you?
Serving in the Air Force is important to me because it lets me feel a part of something that I believe in. Also knowing that I taught or showed someone something that may save their life is a very rewarding feeling.

What accomplishment during your Air Force career are you most proud of?
Being awarded the 2007 Airman SERE Specialist of the Year for USAFE 

What are your personal and career goals?
I would like to complete my degree in Sports and Health Sciences, finish a sub four minute Fran, and be able to retire somewhere with a nice beach. Career wise, I would like to complete Jumpmaster and HALO school. More importantly though, would be making chief someday.