Two Navy Information Operations Command (NIOC) Whidbey Island Sailors received awards from the Association of Old Crows (AOC).  This marks the second consecutive year that NIOC Whidbey Island has been bestowed an award from the association.

Lt. William Norgaard was selected winner of the AOC Joint Award (Navy), and Chief Warrant Officer Timothy Echeverio was chosen AOC Technical Analyst of the Year as a result of their performance during their deployments in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom.

Both awards are highly competitive, and recognize individuals and units that have furthered the aims of the Association of Old Crows in support of Electronic Warfare (EW) and Information Operations (IO) as a result of their impressive contributions.

NIOC Whidbey Island Commanding Officer, William Dodge said, “The award just confirms their outstanding dedication, professionalism and expertise in the Navy’s main battery of Electronic Warfare.”

NIOC Whidbey Island was also awarded the 2009 AOC Navy (Surface) Outstanding Unit Award last year. All awards are based on the previous year’s performance, and nominations are submitted by association members.

The AOC has members in 47 countries with 69 chapters in 20 countries. AOC’s membership includes executives, scientists, engineers, managers, operators, educators and military personnel. Founded in 1964, the AOC is headquartered in Alexandria, Va., just outside Washington, DC.