Airman Spotlight: Airman 1st Class Bamiyo Dominic Onnekikami

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Name:  Airman 1st Class Bamiyo Dominic Onnekikami

Unit:  51st Force Support Squadron

Job Title:  Customer Support Technician

Job Description and its impact on the mission:
- Provides military personnel support & customer service to more than 15,000 active duty, retiree, civilians, and dependents.
- Updates military personnel data system, conducts inprocessing and outprocessing, and rectifies transaction register daily.
- Delivers expert guidance to all wing personnel across 32 squadrons about leave, Serviceman's Group Life Insurance, Basic Allowance for Subsistence, and SIK programs

Time in the military:  11 Months

Time at Osan:  6 Months

DEROS:  Sept. 22, 2012

Hometown:  Long Beach, Calif.

Hobbies:  Calisthenics and Gymnastics

Why did you join the military?  My motivation to join the armed forces is to serve my country, travel the world, and earn a stable lifestyle for myself and family.

Where do you see yourself in 10 to 20 years?  My 10-20 year plan is to earn six more stripes with a solid star in the middle. After service, I would like to own my own business/corporation selling sports gear for the Olympics.

What do you do for fun here?  I enjoy working-out at the fitness center with co-workers and watching movies. This spring, I plan to visit Everland amusement park and perhaps take advantage of the DMZ tour.

What would you like to change about Osan?  I have found Osan is a fast pace environment to work and play. Some may get caught up in the mission and forget to enjoy life. If I could change anything, it would be to clear up any misconceptions about this wonderful assignment. I would do away with negativity anywhere it's found.

What is the best part of being at Osan?  The best part of being at Osan is the country and culture of South Korea. The distinct Asian architecture, building styles and heated floors are amazing. In addition, I enjoy the distinct food offered outside the gate with beef short ribs holding the number one spot. All in our entire host nation is most gracious and I was attracted to that treatment from the very beginning of my tour.

What is the most memorable moment of your tour here, so far?  The most memorable moment of my tour so far was the day trip to the museum in Seoul. The statues, temples, and ancient art work made for an unforgettable experience.

What's your favorite Air Force memory or story?  My favorite Air Force memory was graduating basic training and getting coined by Lt. Gen. Remington for outstanding display of military bearing.

What accomplishment are you most proud of?  The accomplishment I'm most proud of is earning distinguished graduate from technical training school.

Who are your role models?  I have two role models in my life; one personal and one professional. My personal role model is Sebastien Foucan, considered one of the founders of parkour and the creator of freerunning. My professional role model is my superintendent. Master Sgt. Ben Johnson. I believe he has a very effective style of leadership that I would like to emulate when I earn senior NCO stripes.