Jeriel R. Candelaria Mercado

• Mentored junior officers to develop leadership skills, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the organization.
• Enhanced team performance by implementing efficient communication and decision-making strategies.
• Championed diversity initiatives within the unit to create an inclusive and respectful environment for all personnel.
• Conducted thorough risk assessments to minimize potential hazards during military exercises and deployments.

Working on a private farm focused on organic products. Learned to grow, care and maintain valuable plants and products. Helped clean the area and helped provide a better environment. Used machinery and implements to prepare the soil for future planting.

Used to help different family members, especially my great grandparents and great uncle on their private projects and farms. From planting a couple of products like plantain to taking care of various animals like chickens, horses, goats, and other birds. Mostly when I was a kid and when I had the opportunity to visit these family members.