MSgt Jacquelyn Chapin

President (2025-2027)

Div1_pres@hqafsa.org

​I am excited to be a part of this amazing team we have for Division 1! I started out my AFSA journey in 2014 as chapter 211 communications chair at JBMDL and will be retiring out of WPAFB where I was on the membership committee served as vice president and president, and currently am the Sr. Advisor for chapter 751. During this time, I also served on the Division council as their secretary, trustee and now have the privilege to serve as the Division President. Let's show them how we do it D1! #Division1Leadstheway

 

CMSgt (Ret.) Steve "Dirk" Dirksen

Vice President (2023-2026)

​I served on Active Duty in the Air Force for 30 years as a C-5 and C-17 Loadmaster as well as ending my career as a Group Superintendent. I first got involved in AFSA in 2013 when I was elected as President of Chapter 201, I served in that role for two years. During my tenure our Chapter had the AFSA International NCO of the Year, Division 1 NCO of the year twice and the International Legislative Award winner. After a move to McGuire AFB in New Jersey I became the Chief Mentor for Chapter 211. I am a lifetime member and look forward to serving the Division in any way that I can.

 

Mrs. Karin Staats

1st Trustee Family Matters (2025-2027)

​I have been a family member of AFSA since the Dearborn, MI PAC.  Served as Division Secretary and Auxiliary Coordinator and still serving as Chapter 779 Secretary / Treasurer and currently as the Division Trustee assigned to Family Matters.  I have also been appointed to the International Family Matters Committee. I currently have two part time jobs as Intake Assistant with Allen County Community Corrections and Receptionist/Guest Services Crowd Manager with the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum.  I have two daughters, four grandchildren and a great grandson on the way.

 

TSgt Jacob Smith

2nd Trustee Membership (2025-2026)​

MSgt Brenda Ballas

3rd Trustee Legislative (2025-2027)​​​

I'm happy to be part of Division 1 EC. I'm a lifetime member of AFSA and part of Chapter 254, where I serve as the President. For the Division, I work as the legislation chair, education, and training. 

TSgt Charlie Offenbacker

4th Trustee Education and Training (2025-2026)

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SrA Anthony J. Roy

5th Trustee Communications (2025-2027)

afsadiv1comm@gmail.com​​​

I have been on active duty since 2023, serving as a Systems Operations Technician. I first became involved with AFSA in 2024 as the Airman Activities Coordinator for Chapter 751. I later transitioned into the role of Legislative Trustee for Chapter 751. I am also proud to serve on AFSA’s International Communications Committee, helping connect, inform, and elevate the work of chapters across the association. I am honored to now serve as the Division 1 Communications Trustee and look forward to continuing to support our Airmen, families, and mission with integrity, purpose, and enthusiasm.

SMSgt (Ret.) David "Bones" McCoy

Senior Advisor (2025-2027)​

After entering the Air Force in 1990 and becoming a Medical Services Technician, I joined AFSA at my first duty station, Yokota AB, Japan in the early 90s. While there, I flew Aeromedical Evacuation missions and received the call sign “Bones,” which has stuck with me ever since. Later, becoming very active with AFSA, I also became a Lifetime member. I have served in a multitude of roles, including as Chapter President of 1550, 1330, and 751, as well as Trustee of the pre-merger Division 7 and then Division 1, and as Division 1 VP, President, and Senior Advisor, as well as the immediate Past International Vice President and current International Membership Committee Chair. I retired from Active Duty after 26 years and it is my honor to continue to serve!

TSgt Grant Wendland

Secretary (2025-2027)​

A dedicated Airman with 17 years of active-duty service as a Medical Laboratory Technician. I am deeply committed to the well-being of my fellow Airmen, a responsibility I find both rewarding and meaningful. When I’m not focused on my work I enjoy tending to my garden, traveling, birdwatching,, spending time in nature and relaxing with my cats.

MSgt (Ret.) Teri Beswetherick

Treasurer (2025-2027)​​

Retired Air Force Supply Chain Manager after 22 years. Lifetime AFSA member; currently serving as both Division 1 treasurer.