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Shaw Spotlight: Airman 1st Class Rachael Herndon

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  • By Airman 1st Class Ashley L. Gardner
  • 20 FW
SHAW AIR FORCE BASE, S.C.-- --  This week's Shaw Spotlight is Airman 1st Class Rachael Herndon, 20 Comptroller Squadron relocations technician, from Nashville, Tenn.

"A1C Herndon's motivation and commitment to duty is evident in everything she does," said Master Sgt. Andre Percell, 20th Comptroller Squadron financial service flight chief. "She stays at work until the job is done, even if that means working after normal duty hours. She presents the utmost professionalism and never complains, just executes the task at hand which is on-target and produces high-quality work. She is a pleasure to work with, and provides a positive work environment for everyone around her."

"I like to go into a job and find the most efficient way to complete it," said Herndon. 

Herndon loves to cook, try new things and be amongst good company.


Family: Mother, father and brother

Music: 90's Rock

Movies: Pride and Prejudice

Hobbies: Reading, drawing and traveling

Guilty Pleasure: Chocolate ice cream and push-up pops

Goal: To earn degree and teach middle or high school

Favorite Quote: "Experience is what everyone calls their mistakes"

Heroes: God, parents and the military

Favorite Food: Fajitas