Griffin is considered the Air Force's leading expert in this technology area. A tireless advocate of Directorate programs, Hardy excelled in promoting and receiving support from other federal customer agencies such as the Air Force Space and Missile Systems Center, NASA, and the National Reconnaissance Office. Particularly successful were his efforts marketing space environmental sensors and electronics. For her planning and administrative abilities, Ms. Jeanne McPhetres, a program analyst for the Directorate's Tactical Environment Support Branch, received the Directorate Administrative Support Award. Human Resources Management Specialist Ms. Julie L. Behrens won the Mission Support Individual Award for her initiative in managing a new laboratory personnel program during a crucial period in the Directorate's reorganization.
All annual winners receive cash awards.