52nd CPTS welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Col. Joe McFall, 52nd Fighter Wing commander, left, hands the ceremonial guidon to U.S. Air Force Maj. Neil Harris, the incoming 52nd Comptroller Squadron commander, during the 52nd CPTS change of command ceremony in Hangar One on Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, June 26, 2015. Harris assumed command from former commander, U.S. Air Force Richard Atwell. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Timothy Kim/Released)

52nd CPTS welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Maj. Neil Harris, 52nd Comptroller Squadron commander, greets members of the Spangdahlem community after the 52nd CPTS change of command ceremony in Hangar One on Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, June 26, 2015. Family members of both the outgoing and the incoming commanders attended the ceremony and received floral bouquets as a symbol of gratitude for their support. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Timothy Kim/Released)

52nd CPTS welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Richard Atwell, the outgoing 52nd Comptroller Squadron commander, gives a speech during the 52nd CPTS change of command ceremony in Hangar One on Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, June 26, 2015. Atwell thanked the members of his former squadron for giving him a chance to serve as their commander. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Timothy Kim/Released)

52nd CPTS welcomes new commander

Members of the Spangdahlem community stand for the singing of the Air Force Song at the end of the 52nd CPTS change of command ceremony in Hangar One on Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, June 26, 2015. The change of command is a military tradition that represents a formal transfer of authority and responsibility for a unit from one leader to another. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Timothy Kim/Released)

52nd CPTS welcomes new commander

Published June 30, 2015
By Staff Reports
52nd Fighter Wing Public Affairs

SPANGDAHLEM AIR BASE, Germany -- The 52nd Comptroller Squadron welcomed a new commander during a change of command ceremony at Hangar One here June 26. Here is more information about him.

Name/Rank: U.S. Air Force Maj. Neil J. Harris

Organization: 52nd Comptroller Squadron and 52nd Fighter Wing Staff Agencies

Source of Commissioning: U.S. Air Force ROTC, Montana State University - Bozeman, 2002

Off-duty time is for: Family; outdoor activities like skiing, fishing and hiking; cooking/grilling

Previous assignments:

2010 - 2012: Air Force Budget and Appropriations Liaison, Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Budget, Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Financial Management and Comptroller, Pentagon, Washington, D.C.

2012 - 2013: Chief, Special Programs, Directorate of Financial Management, U.S. Forces - Afghanistan, Kabul, Afghanistan

2013 -2014: Commander, 62nd Comptroller Squadron, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington

2014 -2015: Student, Air Command and Staff College, Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama

Organizational Goals:

Strengthen our partnerships through mission-centered customer service and support. Our credibility is tied closely with our relationships between not only the immediate base populace, but also our various tenant units and mission partners. Customer service doesn't need to be high tech -- there's no substitute for human interaction.

Exemplify an innovative mindset. The person closest to the problem is often the one with the best solution -- whether it's an outdated policy or cumbersome process. Question the way we've always done things, think creatively and find new solutions to problems. Take intelligent risks that get the mission done in better ways than before.

Work Philosophy:

No successful organization relies on fate, hope or luck. The squadron and staff agencies have been and will continue to be successful because of your dedication, resourcefulness and hard work. Lastly, while you're here and in whatever you choose for the future, always try to make the journey more valuable than the destination.

For more photos of the event, visit the following Flickr photoset here.