Biography

Company Commander, Combat Logistics Company 23

Major John Hinsdale

Major John (“Luke”) Hinsdale is a native of Georgia. He graduated from Virginia Tech and commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in May 2013. Following graduation from The Basic School in May 2014 and Logistics Officers Course in September 2014, his first duty station was Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. He was assigned to Headquarters Company, 8th Marine Regiment in October 2014 and served as the Regimental Motor Transport Officer for over a year leading up to the unit’s next deployment. During this time, he promoted to First Lieutenant in May 2015.

First Lieutenant Hinsdale deployed from January to October 2016 with 8th Marine Regiment, which was the Command Element for Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force–Crisis Response–Africa 16.1. He served as the Europe/North Africa Logistics-Operations Planner, coordinating logistics support for multiple bilateral and multilateral training exercises with military forces of partner nations across Europe. From July to October 2016, he went to Africa with the Crisis Response Force to provide logistics support for contingency operations during Operation OAKEN STEEL in Uganda & Djibouti.

Upon redeploying back to Camp Lejeune, First Lieutenant Hinsdale resumed his duties as the Regimental Motor Transport Officer. He then executed Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders in July 2017 to Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Yuma, Arizona and reported to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1) where he served as the Ground Logistics Officer. He promoted to Captain in March 2018 and completed his tour with MAWTS-1 in July 2020. Captain Hinsdale executed PCS orders to Japan where he served as the Installation Logistics Officer at Combined Arms Training Center Camp Fuji from September 2020 to September 2021. He then served at 3rd Landing Support Battalion (3d LSB) in Okinawa as the Headquarters & Service Company Commander from October 2021 to October 2022.

In November 2022, Captain Hinsdale deployed to the Middle East as an Individual Augment to the Combined Joint Task Force–Operation INHERENT RESOLVE staff and served as the CJ44/Joint Logistics Operations Center Deputy Chief within the CJ4/Directorate of Sustainment (DOS). He additionally served as a DOS Battle Captain within the CJ33/Combined Joint Operations Center following kinetic actions throughout Syria & Iraq. He redeployed back to 3d LSB in May 2023, promoted to the rank of Major in July 2023, and executed PCS orders to Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, Georgia. Major Hinsdale served as the Staff Secretary (SSEC) to the Commanding General of Marine Corps Logistics Command from September 2023 to July 2024. Upon completion of his rotational tour as the SSEC, Major Hinsdale was assigned to Marine Depot Maintenance Command where he served as the Executive Officer/Operations Officer. In June 2026, Major Hinsdale executed PCS orders to MCAS Beaufort, South Carolina where he currently serves as the Company Commander for Combat Logistics Company 23.

Major Hinsdale’s personal awards include the Meritorious Service Medal, Joint Service Commendation Medal, and the Navy & Marine Corps Commendation Medal with two gold stars in lieu of a third award.

MISSION

To provide intermediate supply support and intermediate motor transport and engineer ground equipment maintenance to 2d Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW); operate the Aerial Port of Embarkation/Debarkation (APOE/D) under the guidance of II Marine Expeditionary Force (MEF); and provide personnel to the Fleet Assistance Program (FAP) in support of postal, exchange, personnel administration, freight/passenger transportation (TMO), and bulk fuel support for Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point.

Leaders

First Sergeant Kacie Cardenas

Company First Sergeant, Combat Logistics Company 21

First Sergeant Kacie M. Cardenas enlisted in the Marine Corps on 3 January 2005. She attended Recruit Training at MCRD Parris Island, South Carolina. Following her graduation, she reported to Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina for Marine Combat Training. Upon completion, she reported to the U.S. Army Training Center at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri and acquired the MOS 5811, Military Police Officer.

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CLC-21 Unit, Personal and Family Readiness Program

The Unit, Personal and Family Readiness Program (UPFRP) is a unit centric program, guided by the Family Readiness Command Team that reinforces the relationship between the unit and the services relevant to the unit, the unit members, and their families. The primary goal of UPFRP is to empower Marines and family members, providing them the opportunities to not just survive but to thrive while taking on the challenges of the military lifestyle. The program is supported by Deployment Readiness Coordinators (DRC) or Uniformed Readiness Coordinators (URC) who implement the Commander's family readiness vision, manage the tenets of the UPFRP, and assist unit Marines, Sailors and families maintain a constant state of family readiness.

Services

Marines, spouses, extended family members, and any other contacts authorized by the Marines are supported by the UPFRP.

Communication: Regular communication with the Marines and families is the cornerstone of UPFRP. The DRC/URC provides the link for two-way communication between the Commander and the families, using a variety of mediums, such as Marine Online, email, newsletters, toll-free numbers, and/or social media sites. Marine Online is the primary web-based tool for disseminating unit information.

Readiness and Resource Referral: The UPFRP provides assistance to address issues with the potential to impact the Marines, families, and the unit. The DRC/URC is a readiness, resource and referral expert, continuously researching and identifying trainings, resources and services to meet every need.

Deployment Support: The UPFRP supports a multitude of training opportunities to assist Marines and their family members with deployments, separations, and life skills. From pre-deployment briefs, to interpersonal communication, to transition assistance, each is designed to empower the participants with skill development and independence.

Volunteer Opportunities: The UPFRP provides opportunities for volunteer growth and development which creates stronger unit cohesion. UPFRP volunteers assist with mentoring others spouses/family members, identifying challenges to be addressed by the Command, and assisting with unit events. UPFRP volunteers also have the potential to grow and develop new skill sets through their volunteer services.

Increased socialization: Unit sponsored events and unit, installation and community connections are made through the UPFRP.

Marines and Sailors are required to check-in with the DRC/URC when they arrive at a new unit. Once a new unit member has provided accurate contact information and authorization to communicate, the family members will begin receiving communication from the command. Family members are encouraged to meet the DRC/URC to learn more about the unit and the services available.

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Office: (252) 466-5150

Unit Mailing Address

Combat Logistics Company 21
PSC Box 8025
Cherry Point, NC 28533-0025

Phone Numbers

Duty Phone: (910) 467-3780

Office Phone: (252) 466-6357

S-1: (252) 466-5150

S-2: (252) 466-3384

S-3: (252) 466-4474

S-4: (252) 466-3384

S-6: (252) 466-3384

APOE DUTY: (252) 466-7569