509th Services Squadron receives new commander

WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo. -- Maj. Kevin Naman became the new 509th Services Squadron commander during a change-of-command ceremony July 24. Major Naman was previously assigned as the manpower organization section chief at Langley Air Force Base, Va. Maj. James Rumbley, the former 509th SVS commander, moves on to Maxwell Air Force Base, Ala., to attend Air Command Staff College. (Courtesy photo)

509th SVS receives new commander

Published July 25, 2007
509th Bomb Wing Public Affairs

WHITEMAN AFB, MO. -- Maj. Kevin Naman , 509th Services Squadron Squadron commander, assumed command from Maj. Jim Rumbley during a change-of-command ceremony July 24.

Rank and Name: Maj. Kevin Naman

Squadron: 509th Services Squadron

Date assumed command: July 24

Previous assignment: Headquarters Air Combat Command

Time in service: 13 years

Commissioning source: Air Force ROTC

Family: My wife, Tammy, and daughters Taylor, 10 and Erin, 4

Hobbies: Sports

How does the squadron contribute to the Air Force mission? The squadron provides a variety of recreation, social and community support activities that improve the quality of life for base personnel and their families. We also contribute to the combat readiness of all personnel

Command philosophy: Take care of the people and make a difference

Goals for new position:
- Ensure squadron members are trained and ready for deployed/homestation mission
- Sustain and improve the quality of life at Whiteman
- Successful merger of the 509th Mission Support Squadron and the 509th SVS
- Take care of squadron members and their families