FORT WAINWRIGHT, ALASKA (February 7, 2013) - Two civilian leaders from the United States Army Garrison Fort Wainwright were named as part of the "Top Forty under 40" by the Alaskan Journal of Commerce Feb. 1, according to Morris Media Network Management. Michael Campbell, commercial sponsorship and advertising manager, Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation, and Angela Major, chief, Plans, Analysis and Integration Office were chosen from more than 140 individuals and 200 submissions.

"With Top Forty under 40 honorees from Ketchikan to North Pole, we are pleased to have a statewide representation in the 2013 class," said Andrew Jensen, managing editor of the Alaska Journal of Commerce. "This is an outstanding group of young people making a difference both professionally and personally throughout Alaska in the private, public and non-profit sectors. The future of the state is truly in good hands."

Col. Ronald M. Johnson, commander, United States Army Garrison Fort Wainwright, said, "This is an incredible achievement and both Mike and Angela should be extremely proud. Not only is this an outstanding individual achievement for them, it is representative of the quality of our civilian employees here at Fort Wainwright."

Major has served the Army as a Soldier and as a civilian for more than a decade. She now serves as an advisor to the garrison commander. The PAIO develops the garrison strategic plan, promotes sustainability and process improvement; develops and monitors the garrison customer service program; supports unit stationing actions and works behind the scenes to support the Fort Wainwright community. "I personally take pride in knowing that every day I am working to make life better for Soldiers and their Families," she said.

Campbell's work at Fort Wainwright is a natural complement for his love of community service, he said. His work often takes him into the community, building partnerships between local businesses and Fort Wainwright's DFMWR mission of providing events and services for the Army Family. "I just love my community," Campbell said. "I am a direct reflection of my community and my upbringing. The fact that I can better my community means a lot to me."

The Alaska Journal of Commerce was established in 1977 and began recognizing the state's top young professionals, younger than age 40 in 1998. Candidates have to be younger than 40 years-old as of Jan. 1, 2013. They must live and work in Alaska year-round, have demonstrated professional excellence in their field and display a commitment to the community.

"We are all very proud of Mike and Angela," Johnson said.

The 2013 "Top Forty under 40" class will be honored April 5 in Anchorage at the Hotel Captain Cook. Doors will open at 11:30 a.m. and the event will run from noon to 1 p.m.

For more information on this distinguished award, visit www.alaskajournal.com/Alaska-Journal-of-Commerce/January-Issue-5-2013/2013-Top-Forty-Under-40-Announced/#ixzz2Jx9Vf200.