Well versed with the wing level planning and execution of drug demand reduction program, Heather McSparron served as Drug Demand Reduction Officer. She ensured that drug demand strategy was being taught at all the wing encampments. She considered it her sole responsibility to coordinate and implement drug prevention, treatment and rehabilitation programme activities.

Besides, she focused on providing positive activities as an alternative to drugs and gang violence. Being in the Civil Air Patrol, Heather McSparron attended various meetings and activities in Central Florida. She served as the Summer Florida Wing Cadet Encampment Commander in 2015. She has been involved with the cadet programs for many years.

From 18-20 January 2008, all cadets and senior members in Florida Wing joined their hands together to participate in Special Activities Selection Board at Patrick Air Force Base. Along with the assistance of Heather McSparron, this event comprised of many areas of competition, right from boards to athletic challenges and academic evaluation. All through her hard work and dedication, Heather received various awards and accomplishments.

Have a look at the awards that Heather has received

- Squadron Volunteer Member of the Year award 2006
- Circle of Excellence in Cadet Programs and Exceptional service award in 2007
- Certificate of Appreciation for Summer Encampment in 2008
- Group 4 Certificate of Appreciation as Finance Officer in 2008
- Certificate of Appreciations Group 4 Banquet Committee in 2008
- Florida Wing Commanders Commendation (Special Activities) in 2008
- Florida Wing Commanders Commendation (Winter Encampment) in 2008
- TACO of encampment (Award selected by Cadets)
- Certificate of Appreciation Group 4 Banquet Committee in 2009
- Benjamin O Davis Jr Award (Level 2 Professional Development ) 2010
and many more

Pertaining to her education credentials, Heather McSparron is currently pursuing Bachelors in Business Management at Purdue University Global. Besides, she attended Everest University for 2 years while working. She transferred the credits to Purdue and began the online courses while in Iraq.

About Heather McSparron
Being a highly professional drug demand reduction administrator, Heather McSparron possessed a deep knowledge of the nature of substance use. She was also aware of the substance use disorders as well as the evidence based drug demand reduction interventions. Besides, she worked collaboratively with the colleagues to achieve the organizational goals and solicited the inputs by genuinely valuing the ideas and expertise of others.