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Navy Capt. Sarah Nolin, Navy Lt. Cmdr. Lisnnette Rhea, Caleb Goddard, acting Deputy Chief of Mission at the US Embassy of Mauritius, Navy Reserve Chief Petty Officer Amber Baker-Ruiz, and Master Sgt. Ellie Rivas pose for a photo during Cutlass Express 2025. Navy Reserve Chief Petty Officer Amber Baker-Ruiz, USMEPCOM program analyst, facilitated a peace and security symposium during Cutlass Express 2025 in Port Louis, Mauritius.

March 25, 2025

Serving at Home and Abroad: Amber Baker-Ruiz’s Dual Mission

NORTH CHICAGO , Ill. — USMEPCOM civilian employees play a vital role in shaping the future of military service, ensuring that each applicant is prepared for the challenges ahead. For Amber Baker-Ruiz, a program analyst in Eastern Sector, that mission extends beyond her civilian role—she also serves as a U.S. Navy Reserve Chief Petty Officer, bringing a unique dual perspective to her work.