Pride of the Pack: Tech. Sgt. Kristoffer Smith

Tech. Sgt. Kristoffer Smith, 8th Fighter Wing NCO in charge of knowledge operations management, bears the national colors during a wing change of command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 10, 2013. Smith was named Kunsan’s “Pride of the Pack” recipient April 29 to May 3. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tong Duong/Released)

Pride of the Pack: Tech. Sgt. Kristoffer Smith

Published May 23, 2013
8th Fighter Wing Public Affairs

KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea --

Rank and name: Tech Sgt. Kristoffer D. Smith

Unit: 8th Fighter Wing

Duties: NCO in charge of knowledge operations management

Hometown: Guam

Hobbies: Collecting sneakers, playing Texas Hold 'em and dancing

Favorite music: Hip Hop; R&B

Follow on: Vandenberg Air Force Base, Calif.

Last good movie you saw: Iron Man 3

Best thing you've done here: Being lead trainer of the Kunsan Honor Guard

Pride of the Pack accomplishment:
During the past week, Smith's attention to detail and technical expertise led to the highly effective management of the 8th FW decorations program. He tirelessly processed more than 15 decorations with a turnaround rate of 48 hours and expedited two short-notice decorations for 8th FW commander's signature, in time for presentation prior to members permanent change of station. Smith was instrumental in training and evaluating 8th FW Honor Guard members as lead trainer. His professionalism and dedication to military heritage led to one of his honor guard trainees successfully completing a rigorous 46-point evaluation, ensuring member was qualified to perform in official ceremonies. As the Wing Staff Agency 2013, 1st Quarter Honor Guard board member he meticulously reviewed and evaluated six award nominee packages, ensuring deserving 8th FW Airmen were recognized.

Submitted by Master Sgt. Leilani Lucas.