2012 Beginnings and Goals

Greetings from the State Captain for the Patriot Guard of Connecticut.

As we begin 2012 and take a brief look back into 2011. I want to thank each and every one of you for your time and service.

My goals for 2012 are the following:

1.  Continuing to ensure we meet every requested commitment. We have not missed a requested mission in 2011 and our goal is to ensure that outstanding track record for 2012.

2.  Increase member engagement

3.  More people on our flag lines

♦Secure flag transports and staging of flags throughout Connecticut for easy access
♦Leverage the knowledge, skills and abilities of general members who wish to become more
active in our missions,projects, fundraisers, and other activities.
♦We will be looking for more membership participation in special
missions and projects that are not Honor Missions. Example: Chili cook off, Spring breakout
ride, flag transports,  Patriot Guard booths at events and other activities.
♦Increase opportunities for “meet and greets” as well as other social opportunities where
members can meet and discuss Patriot Guard matters.

4.  Increase communication

♦Continue to share information readily with membership
♦Launch a new website to provide information for members and general public
♦Continue to leverage the skills of our leadership and hold regular conference calls and bi-annual
meetings
♦Increase knowledge of our mission and services with our membership to help get referrals for our
veterans, first responders and their families.
♦Develop a comprehensive communication plan with: media, veterans organizations, police, fire
and EMS associations, military public relations officers and funeral homes so they are aware of
Patriot Guard of Connecticut and our services.

5) Professionalism and Safety

♦Ensure professionalism in all that we do on the flag line, all interactions and in peer interactions.
♦Strong focus on safety on all missions and escorts.

I am completely committed to our mission and services and I need your help to have another successful year in 2012. Should you have feedback, ideas or suggestions, my door is always open!

Please take a moment to introduce you self out on the flag line – I am on the Fire Red Harley Street Glide or Dodge Ram Flag Truck, both with plates “Flag 7.”

 

Gregg “Flag 7″ Barratt
Patriot Guard Riders
Connecticut State Captain
greggbarratt@gmail.com
203-921-8255