The Secretary grants the Exceptional Service Gold Medal in recognition of exceptionally outstanding leadership or service that is distinguished by achievements of national or international significance, reflecting great credit on the Department of Homeland Security and the Federal Government by markedly improving the security of our homeland.
William Vogel
Federal Emergency Management Agency
Washington, D.C.
For stable and unwavering leadership in guiding the work of thousands of personnel in Federal Response and Recovery efforts in the U.S. Virgin Island, after Hurricanes Irene and Maria.