AG Corps HOF Class of 2026
Senior Executive Service (SES) 3/COL (Ret) Patricia Mulcahy is a prominent leader who has more than 40 years of military and civilian service, personified by significant and lasting contributions to the Adjutant General’s Corps, the Army, and the Nation.
As a Colonel, she commanded an Airborne-capable Personnel and Finance Group in support of V Corps during the 2003 invasion of Iraq, ensuring personnel readiness for over 130,000 Soldiers and establishing countrywide mail service in the theater.
As an SES, she played a key role in the 2019 establishment of the U.S. Space Force, the first new military service in 75 years. She served as its first S-1 and the DoD’s only civilian service personnel chief, creating and implementing a comprehensive human capital strategy.
Her visionary leadership and deep technical expertise left an enduring legacy, from growing the Army from 480K to 565K Soldiers in anticipation of the surge of military forces in Iraq to managing a $981M budget during a volatile time characterized by continuing resolutions and imminent furloughs as Director, Human Resources, Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness.
Most importantly, she has advised, mentored, and coached many Soldiers, Guardians, and civilians to be their very best.
COL (Ret) Ruth B. Collins' career is a masterclass in leadership and selfless service, marked by pivotal roles shaping the Adjutant General’s Corps. She consistently excelled in complex assignments, notably serving on the Joint Staff reporting on sensitive Goldwater-Nichols compliance directly to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
As the first Commander of the 510th Personnel Services Battalion in Germany, she built the organization from the ground up to provide crucial personnel support for implementing the Dayton Accords. This success led to an assignment as Executive Officer to the Commander of U.S. Army Europe and the Stabilization Force (SFOR) in Bosnia, where she expertly managed HQs operations during a highly volatile period.
Her most enduring legacy was forged as Acting Commandant of the AG School and as a U.S. Army War College faculty member. During the Force XXI experiments, her visionary advocacy was instrumental in preventing the potential elimination of the Adjutant General’s Corps, ensuring its continued relevance and survival.
At the War College, she shaped hundreds of senior leaders, preparing generations of Colonels for strategic roles. She continues her 52-year service as President and CEO of the Army War College Foundation, leaving a lasting impact on the Adjutant General’s Corps and the Army.
COL (Ret) Neal F. McIntyre is a distinguished leader whose 30-year career has been marked by phenomenal contributions to the Adjutant General’s Corps and the Army. Notably, he led coordination efforts for the 1st Armored Division G1 to establish the theater MWR/rest-and-recuperation site “Freedom’s Rest” in Baghdad, Iraq.
From his early days as a Battalion S1 to his final military assignment as Chief of the Senior Leader Division Colonels Management Office, he has been recognized for his tireless leadership and organizational prowess. A notable demonstration of these traits was the co-founding of the “Follow Me” Chapter of the AGCRA at Fort Benning, GA.
His leadership in roles such as the 32nd Commandant of the Adjutant General School and Commander of the 30th Adjutant General Battalion (Reception), reflected a commitment to being “the Army’s BEST first impression” for Adjutant General Basic Officer Leader Course students and Infantry Initial Entry Training Soldiers, leaving a lasting impression on countless Soldiers and leaders.
As the Director of Interments at Arlington National Cemetery, he continues to serve our Nation with compassion and distinction, overseeing ~6,000 services a year. COL (Ret) McIntyre's career is a testament to his unwavering commitment to service and excellence.
CW5 (Ret) Mark W. Hickman's distinguished 31-year military career and his continued service as the Deputy Commandant of the Adjutant General School reflect a legacy of positive and lasting contributions to the Adjutant General’s Corps.
As the 8th Chief Warrant Officer of the AG Corps, he provided visionary leadership, overseeing the development of gap analysis, learning outcomes, field input, and course framework to modernize the AG Warrant Officer Education System, as well as developing talent-aligned Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviors and serving as a champion and advocate for HR initiatives and equities across the Army, TRADOC, CAC, and CASCOM.
His leadership as the I Corps Senior HR Tech and 420A Warrant Officer Proponent significantly improved HR metrics and talent development. He also revitalized professionalism and esprit de corps within the Army HR community and advanced accessions across all three components by creating innovative systems to identify, recruit, and mentor applicants.
His career is marked by a relentless drive to transform HR systems, develop talented leaders, and provide unparalleled support to commanders.
SGM (Ret) Mark A. Clark Jr. has exemplified an unwavering commitment to the United States Army and the Adjutant General’s Corps throughout his distinguished career.
As the Army G-1 Sergeant Major, he brought wisdom and technical expertise that were indispensable in shaping Army-wide personnel policies. He brought clarity and precision to complex personnel operations, directly improving personnel readiness reporting, casualty operations, and the automation systems that underpin Army HR functions. He was a driving force behind the modernization of Army HR systems, including the implementation of the NCO evaluation board process, which reformed senior NCO selection and assignments, aligning talent and Soldier preferences with mission needs, and the integration of the Integrated Personnel and Pay System-Army (IPPS-A).
A dedicated mentor, he has shaped the professional development of countless officers, NCOs, and civilians. In retirement, Dr. Clark continues to serve as the National President of the Adjutant General's Corps Regimental Association (AGCRA) and as a professor of organizational leadership and human resources, influencing future generations of leaders with his published research on ethical leadership and organizational resilience.
SGM (Ret) Kenneth L. Jackson’s career is a testament to his commitment to the AG Corps.
From his time as the Senior Personnel Sergeant in Sinai-Egypt, overseeing HR support for over 1,800 personnel from 14 nations, to his role as the Adjutant General Sergeant Major, he has played a significant role in several Army-wide HR changes, including the overhaul of the evaluation system and the restructuring of the Transition Assistance Program.
As the United States Forces - Iraq (USF-I) J1 SGM in Iraq, he was instrumental in recovering over three tons of U.S. APO mail that had crossed into the Iraqi postal system, coordinating with the Iraqi Postmaster General to have it returned to USF-I. He also played a key role in the seamless transition from Operation Iraqi Freedom to Operation New Dawn, turning operations over to the U.S. State Department. His efforts have consistently ensured the well-being and readiness of Soldiers and their Families.
In retirement, he continues to serve Soldiers, Veterans, and Families. First, as the program manager for Claims and Benefits Processing, and now as a project manager supporting the sustainment and development of HR applications.
Mr. Arthur L. Nelson’s 42-year career, spanning 22 years as an Adjutant General Soldier and 20 years as an Army Civilian, left an indelible mark on the Adjutant General’s Corps.
A key figure in the evolution of Army HR automation, he has been at the forefront of every major transition, from TACCS to IPPS-A. As the Personnel Automations Section Chief at Fort Bragg, he was the architect of the Fort Bragg unit reorganization and the implementation of the Personnel Services Delivery Redesign (PSDR), remapping UICs across a 100,000 Soldier footprint.
His technical expertise and dedication have been pivotal in supporting Soldiers and units in both peacetime and during deployments, including Operations Desert Shield and Storm and Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom. During the relief effort for Hurricane Katrina, he directly supported the deployment of the 82d Airborne Division to Louisiana and accurately accounted for 54,000 displaced American citizens.
Mr. Nelson established the “Dragon Master” course for the 75F, Personnel Automation Specialist, fostering a learning environment for all AG Soldiers and directly contributing to professional capabilities across the entire Adjutant General’s Corps.
AG Corps Distinguished Member of the Corps (DMOC) Class of 2026
COL (Ret) Eugene W. Allen
COL Donald A. Fagnan
COL (Ret) James E. Hayes
COL Christine H. Rice
COL Chesley D. Thigpen
LTC (Ret) Kent R. Shaw
LTC Kip Taylor
CW5 Wendy Berrios
CW5 Lisa L. Bryan
CW5 Ana I. Ceballos
CW5 Darren M. Minneman
CW5 (Ret) Carla Russell
CW4 (Ret) Richard Ly
CW4 (Ret) Rocky Sampson
SGM Mark E. Biggins
SGM Ramell J. Boyd
SGM Sandra M. Cook
CSM (Ret) Todd A. Crofoot
SGM Lashan A. Hayes
SGM Laurinda A. Nabors
SGM Amy A. Slater
CSM Yveline Symonette
CSM Daniel P. Welch
SGM Danielle L. Yacopino