Veterans Day
BTTS Holdings wanted to take a moment to recognize and honor our Veterans who work across our organization. These men and women have served our country in war or peace, and we thank you for your sacrifices.
It is essential to note the difference between Memorial Day and Veterans Day. Memorial Day is a time to remember those who gave their lives for our country, particularly in battle or from wounds they suffered in combat. Veterans Day honors all who have served the country in war or peace - dead or alive - although it primarily recognizes those still living.
To learn more of the history of Veterans Day, you can read more here.
Here is a bit about some of the amazing Veterans who work at BTTS Holdings:
Jeanne Siersdorfer
Branch of the military? United States Air Force
When and where she served? 1972-1977, Germany and Colorado Springs, CO
She states, “Serving in the military was an opportunity of a lifetime!”
Jonathan Brooks
Branch of the military? United States Air Force
When and where he served? Serving since August 10, 2016. He is an imagery analyst for the 125th intelligence squadron in Springfield, OH. He served 2 years for COVID response and is on active orders for the National Geospatial Intelligence Agency.
Kevin Wallace
Branch of military? Served in the Ohio Army National Guard
When and where he served? January 2001-January 2007. Served state side for 5 years. In 2005, my battalion was activated, and he served in Baghdad Iraq for 1 year during OIF3.
Kevin said, “My second week of basic training was 9/11 which changed the level of intensity for the remainder of my time there. Friendships I made during my time in the military are still my best friends to this day.”
Keaton Wheeler
Branch of military? Ohio Army National Guard
When and where he served? He served in Lima and Chillicothe until October 2022 where he was a SGT and Combat Engineer. He also received two army achievement medals.
Stephen Judy
Branch of military? Marine Corp
When and where he served? He served from February 1969 to February 1974 and was stationed primarily at Parris Island in South Carolina and Camp Lejeune, North Carolina.
Chris Serpico
Branch of military? Ohio Army National Guard
When and where he served? Served as a mechanized infantryman with the 1-145th AR B. Company. By the end of service he was a Sergeant. He was deployed in 2008 to the Sanai Peninsula where the mission was to protect the Multinational Force and Observers base which was a joint task force put in place to uphold the 1979 peace treaty between Israel in Egypt designed to monitor and report on Israel and Egypt's military equipment movement in accordance with the terms of the treaty. His primary responsibilities were a sling load inspector certified to handle helicopter resupply missions and complete route reconnaissance missions to ensure clear passage for military vehicles and monitor for IEDS, military vehicles and suspicious activity.
BTTS believes in supporting our men and women in the military. We have always given a discount to those who serve and put their life on the line. It is our way of saying “Thank You”.
Additionally, here are two charities that we support as a part of our Gives Back charities of choice both making a difference in the lives of veterans: