Panel discussion focuses on contributions
of Hispanic Americans to U.S. military

Photos by Staff Sgt. Michael Carden, Ohio National Guard Public Affairs

COLUMBUS, Ohio (09/27/16) — More than 150 Ohio National Guard members, civilian employees and other guests gathered to honor the contributions of Hispanic culture to the U.S. military during a panel discussion Sept. 27, 2016, at the Maj. Gen. Robert S. Beightler Armory. The panel, “Embracing, Enriching, and Enabling America,” featured community leaders including veterans, a woman entrepreneur and long-time employees of the federal civil service system, to provide varied perspectives on the role of diversity in current events and issues affecting the military. 

Guest speakers John O. Ramos (on stage, from left), Natasha Pagonis and John Nazaro participate in a panel discussion in celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month, Sept. 27, 2016, at the Maj. Gen. Robert S. Beightler Armory in Columbus, Ohio. The panel was part of the ongoing Ohio National Guard Leadership Development Series, which focuses on the role of diversity in the organization.

Maj. Gen. Mark E. Bartman (from left), Ohio adjutant general, John Nazaro, John O. Ramos and Natasha Pagonis.

John Nazaro (second from left) and John O. Ramos (third from left), speak with attendees.