II Marine Expeditionary Force

U.S. Marine Cpl. Senad Toric, an administrative specialist with Combat Logistics Battalion 8, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, poses for a photo at Camp Lejeune, N.C., July 12, 2019. "Leadership starts within; challenge your Marines' limits," said Toric, a St. Louis native. "Don't limit their challenges." Despite being recently promoted, Toric already exemplifies the traits Marine leaders seek from noncommissioned officers. His mission-oriented mindset drives him to consistently act in the best interests of his unit and his fellow Marines, and he seizes the initiative to absorb more responsibility when the opportunity presents itself. This is exemplified by his efforts managing the battalion's leave, liberty, meal card accountability and records, reports, directives management programs. Most importantly, Toric leads Marines with compassion, tenacity and spirit de corps. In conjunction with inspiring them to accomplish the mission, he takes a vested interest in ensuring the well-being of subordinates and peers alike. Toric is a model Marine and leader, and he is extremely deserving of the title of 2nd Marine Logistics Group Motivator of the Week. (U.S. Marine photo by Lance Cpl. Scott Jenkins)

U.S. Marine Cpl. Raul Acosta, an aviation ordnance technician with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 263, Marine Aircraft Group 26, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, poses for a photo at Marine Corps Air Station New River, N.C., July 11, 2019. "What motivates me is the expectations set, and the drive to not let my leaders down," said Acosta, a Gainesville, Fla., native. While standing duty for the squadron on June 29, 2019, Acosta demonstrated heroic actions by helping an elderly gentleman who was in need of medical attention. His quick decision-making skills and calm demeanor helped facilitate emergency assistance that reflected greatly upon him and his unit. Without Acosta's quick thinking, accurate communication with emergency dispatch and maximum physical effort, the elderly gentleman may not have survived.

U.S. Marine Cpl. James Boncore, a chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear defense specialist with 2nd Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, supervises Marines during a gas chamber training event at Camp Lejeune, N.C., July 2, 2019. "There's no harm in hoping for the best, as long as you've prepared for the worst," said Boncore, an Ellicott City, Md., native. Boncore's dedication to training has enabled 2nd ANGLICO to prepare and train to high CBRN standard and readiness levels. As the company training noncommissioned officer, he coordinates and ensures the company maintains its high training tempo.

U.S. Marine Cpl. Daniel Pedone, an M88A2 Hercules rigger with 2nd Tank Battalion, 2nd Marine Division, poses for a photo at Camp Lejeune, N.C., July 10, 2019. "A good noncommissioned officer is like a good shield and is always the first line of defense for his or her Marines," said Pedone, a Summerfield, N.C., native. Pendone is a hard-working NCO who goes above and beyond what is asked. He constantly ensures his Marines know the daily objective and shows initiative in taking care of his Marines on a daily basis. He ensures the expectations of his Marines are met daily.