Quick Reaction Force Mission Statement

The BattleForged Nation Quick Reaction Force (QRF) is a team of Veteran Volunteers who serve as “first responders” to emergent situations where a Veteran is at imminent risk for suicide — to include identifying and addressing circumstances that are setting the climate for such a risk to be imminent. These situations require immediate action to prevent loss of life, to secure the Veteran’s well-being, and to conduct a risk assessments for further intervention.

 

Quick Reaction Force Leadership

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Jerry Hightower

Quick Reaction Force National Director

Served 9 years in the Army as a Military Policeman; 1991-2000 2000-2018. Have been working in the ministry. 2006 Graduated with my Bachelor’s in Pastoral Ministry from Southwestern Assemblies of God University. He graduated in May 2019 with my Master’s in Bible and Theology. Currently serving my 12th year of ministry as Senior Pastor at First Assembly of God Church in Prescott Arkansas. Vice President of the Ministerial Alliance that has 8 churches in the Community involved. In my 4th year as a voted City Council Member. Chaplain to the City Police, Fire Department, and Sherriff Department. Married for 26 years this Feb 5th to my Wife Dana, who is also a Veteran of the Army. Father to a Son, (25) Daniel, who teaches English at Arkansas Tech University and a Daughter, (22) Krystin who is married to Tyler Hicks. They have my only grandchild (Westin 10 months). Operates her own Dog grooming business and Tyler works as a jailer for the Sheriff’s Department.

 

Chris Hurt

National Emergency Medical Services Director

(SSgt) Chris J. Hurt enlisted in the United States Air Force in June 1996. He attended Basic Training at Lackland AFB, TX. He followed on to Louis F. Garland Department of Defense Fire Academy at Goodfellow AFB, TX.

SSgt. Hurt was assigned to F.E. Warren AFB, WY from 96-99 serving in the 90th Civil Engineering Squadron (CES), Fire and Emergency Services Department. SSgt. Hurt was stationed at Ramstein AFB, GE from 99-01 with the 86th CES. SSgt. Hurt deployed to Prince Sultan AB, Suadi Arabia in support of Operation Southern Watch 363rd AEW. Ssgt. Hurt was stationed at Minot AFB, ND from 01-04 with the 5th CES. During that time he was deployed to Cairo AB, Egypt; Ali Al Salem, Kuwait with 386th AEW; and Muniz AB, Puerto Rico. Operations supporting Bright Star 01/02, OIF, and Operation Coronet Oak. During his career he served in various positions within the fire service such as: Firefighter, Driver/Operator, Crew Chief, Rescueman, Station Captain and a Fire Inspector. In 2004 SSgt. Hurt was discharged under Honorable conditions.

SSgt. Hurt completed the following schools or courses: Basic Fire Academy Emergency Medical Technician, AF NCO PME and various other advanced fire service related courses.

SSgt. Hurts’s awards and decorations include Air Force Achievement Medal w/ 1 OLC, Air Force Outstanding Unit Award w/ Valor and 3 OLC, Air Force Good Conduct Medal w/ 1 OLC, National Defense Service Medal, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Overseas Service Ribbon – Long Tour, Air Force Longevity Service Ribbon w/ 1 OLC, NCO Professional Military Education Graduate Ribbon, Air Force Small Arms Expert Ribbon, Air Force Training Ribbon, Civil Engineer Occupational Badge and Fire Protection Craftsman.

Chris is currently employed as a Sr. Fire Inspector/Imvestigator in the S. Nevada region. Chris has an Associate’s Degree in Fire Science Management and is completing his Bachelor’s Degree in Fire Administration – Fire Investigation. Chris is married and has three sons.