Introduction

In this conversation, Mike sits down with Michael "Tony" Grinston, the 16th Sergeant Major of the Army and the current Army Emergency Relief (AER) CEO. They discuss Tony's transition from the military to his role as CEO, the mission and services provided by AER, and the importance of increasing awareness and participation in AER. They also touch on the possibility of expanding AER to the National Guard and Reserve, the wide range of assistance provided by AER, and the role of leadership in suicide prevention. The conversation concludes with Tony emphasizing the importance of AER and its commitment to helping soldiers in need.Mike is an Explosive Ordnance Disposal Officer in the Army. Prior to commissioning, he served as an enlisted Soldier for 10 years. He is an advocate for mental health and taking care of the force. You can follow him on X @EODHappyCaptain and Instagram @EODHappyCPT   Thank you for listening! Be sure to follow along for new episodes and leave a review!