At the time of his nomination by President Barack Obama in January 2009, Robert Hale was Executive Director of the American Society of Military Comptrollers (ASMC), the professional association of Defense financial managers.

Today’s environmental challenges appear more complex and ever more challenging. As science advances, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) continues to play an integral role in addressing these challenges.

From collecting revenue to disbursing payments, the mission of the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Financial Management Service (FMS) is as varied as it is important.

First called the People’s Department by President Lincoln, the United States Department of Agriculture is a diverse and complex organization. From enhancing economic opportunities for agricultural producers to protecting the nation’s food supply to improving nutrition and health, the USDA supports programs that touch the lives of most Americans every day.

The medical mission of the U.S. Department of Defense is to enhance DoD’s and the country’s security by providing health support for a full range of military operations, as well as sustaining the health of all service members and their families.