The Oklahoma Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Field Office hosted a Patriot Awards luncheon for 20 Oklahoma employers.  The Patriot Award recipients were individually recognized and personally presented the prestigious award by the Chair, BG (Ret) Gary Bray.

Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) is a Department of Defense agency established in 1972. The mission of ESGR is to gain and maintain employer support for Guard and Reserve service by recognizing outstanding support, increasing awareness of the law, and resolving conflict through mediation. ESGR volunteers provide free education, consultation, and if necessary mediation for employers of Guard and Reserve employees. More information about ESGR Outreach Programs and volunteer opportunities is available at www.esgr.mil.