Kendra Barter

Residential Programs Director

HOMETOWN

Modesto, CA

SCHOOL

University of California, Davis

PROUDEST MOMENT IN MY CAREER

Having a client say to me that I helped save their life

RECENT BOOK I ENJOYED

Started the Harry Potter series again

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WHY I JOINED NATION’S FINEST

To help those who suffered protecting our country

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RECENT MOVIE OR TV SHOW I ENJOYED

Tiger King and Onward

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MOST REWARDING ASPECT OF MY ROLE AT NATION’S FINEST

Supporting our mission and helping create impactful programs that change the lives of our veterans

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FAVORITE ATHLETE

Nick Bosa & George Kittle (don’t make me choose)

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EXCITING NATION’S FINEST PROJECT CURRENTLY IN WORKS

Adding 50+ more transitional beds to our organization

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PHRASE I’M KNOWN FOR SAYING

“So….” and “How is that working for you?” (back in my therapy days)

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SONG I LOVE (AND WHY)

“Gimmie Shelter” by the Rolling Stones (raised on classic rock and this reminds me of my childhood)

FAMOUS LIVING PERSON I WANT TO HAVE A CONVERSATION WITH

Secretary of the Air Force, past or present, specifically to talk about Area 51 (I just want to know)

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PASSION

Family, friends, traveling

Kendra Barter, Marine Corps Ball

San Diego, 2006