ANNISTON ARMY DEPOT, Ala. -- October was a month of change for the Protocol Office at Anniston Army Depot.
On Oct. 1, the functions of the office were consolidated under the Depot Operations Office. Then, on Oct. 6, a new protocol officer arrived at the installation.
"Protocol and Depot Ops, over the years, have worked hand-in-hand in coordinating ceremonies and special events," said Thyris Banks, the installation's depot operations officer. "Even before the offices were consolidated, Depot Ops personnel were supporting the Protocol Office."
Lisa Mickles, the new protocol officer, comes to the depot following a tour of duty in Afghanistan as a logistics officer for the 47th Garrison. Before that, her 14-year federal career took her to Germany, the Czech Republic, Kentucky, New York, Virginia and Alaska.
"I've held many different positions," said Mickles, adding she has a particular love of logistics and sees the numerous logistical aspects of her new job.
"In protocol, you are moving people and ensuring their supply needs are met," she said.
Mickles is looking forward to the challenges she will face in Anniston as her office works to make the protocol processes more efficient.
She also hopes to educate the workforce about military protocols, including etiquette and military bearing through lunch and learn classes.
"Military life and support of our warfighters is very important to me," said Mickles.
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