KUDOs: Diamond Sharp Recipients Published April 13, 2007 LOS ANGELES AIR FORCE BASE -- Tech. Sgt. Shannon La Rue 61st Civil Engineering and Logistics Nominated for dedication to improving the working environment with sound HVAC (Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning) maintenance and expertise. Shannon is also a key player in the implementation of Public Access Defibrillators throughout the installation and ensures a safer work place for all. Master Sgt. Wayne Dober SMC Commander Support Staff Nominated for his sound leadership in the organization of monthly retreat ceremonies and enhancing Air Force culture and esprit-de-corps. Sergeant Dober also fills in as SMC's additional duty first sergeant. Staff Sgt. Joshua Hope SMC Directorate of Staff Nominated for his knowledge of computers and Blackberries which continues to amaze those that he supports. He has spent countless hours ensuring the SMC staff has the right equipment and that it's working correctly. He may have a behind-the-scenes job, but he's always out front.