MILWAUKEE RECRUITING BATTALION LEADERSHIP

 

Male Soldier in front of the United States National flag and the United States Army Recruiting Command flag
Milwaukee Recruiting Battalion Commander
Lt. Col. Eliot Proctor
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Milwaukee Recruiting Battalion Command Sergeant Major
Command Sgt. Maj. Jason L. Besmer
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WELCOME
 

Welcome to the Milwaukee Recruiting Battalion!  The Milwaukee Battalion serves as the headquarters for 39 recruiting stations overseen by: four Wisconsin-based recruiting companies (Milwaukee, Madison, Appleton and Fort McCoy), one Michigan-based recruiting company (Iron Mountain), and one Illinois-based recruiting company (Loves Park).

Welcome to the Milwaukee Recruiting Battalion - Win and Conquer!

VISION
 

Recruit & Win with integrity, beholding to the Army Values and with Frontier Pride.

BATTALION PRIORITIES
 

  • Army Reserve and Army Reserve PS
  • High School Penetration
  • Future Soldier Retention
  • WOFT and AR OC and RA OCS

CONTACT INFORMATION
 

If you are interested in joining the Army, call 1-800-USA-ARMY,
 ext. 181 or visit www.goarmy.com.

If you are interested in the Army Reserve, call 1-800-USA-ARMY,
ext. 182 or visit www.goarmyreserve.com

Looking for additional information? Please direct questions or comments to:  3rd Recruiting Brigade Webmaster

 

 

 

 

2nd Brigade Concludes Immersive Educators Tour at Fort Carson
2nd BDE Ed Tour
May 12, 2026 - The U.S. Army’s 2nd Recruiting Brigade recently wrapped up a highly successful Educators Tour (even though is snowed in May), hosting a diverse group of education professionals at Fort Carson, Colorado, from May 5-8, 2026.

Wilmington Bids Farewell: Army Recruiting Commander Leaves Lasting Impact on Southeastern North Carolina
Wilmington CoC
May 12, 2026 - Leadership of the Wilmington Recruiting Company changed hands during a relinquishment of command ceremony, as Cpt. Lance Arthur formally relinquished authority to Cpt. Alexis Ferguson, marking the next chapter for the unit responsible for Army recruiting operations across southeastern North Carolina.

Glendale honors the next generation of heroes at 2026 Military Induction Ceremony
An incredible crowd gathered in Glendale to support our future service members. Recruiters and families alike are here to celebrate this life-changing commitment.
May 11, 2026 - The bright lights of Desert Diamond Arena shone on a new class of recruits as Glendale Mayor Jerry Weiers and the Mayor’s Military Mission hosted the annual Military Induction Ceremony. This is a grand, community-wide "sending off" for the Valley’s bravest sons and daughters before they march toward the horizon of basic training.

Adapting the Mission: Great Lakes Recruiting Battalion Leaders Share Best Practices for Modern Recruiting
April 30, 2026 - Great Lakes Recruiting Battalion Leaders address community members during a panel discussion on Army Recruiting.

Full circle in service: A legacy in uniform continues as father, son serve together in Recruiting
photo of father and son who are both in the Army
April 29, 2026 - The U.S. Army Recruiting and Retention College hosted a graduation and promotion ceremony April 16, recognizing the achievements of the Army’s newest Recruiters. This graduation showcased legacy, leadership and generational service within the Army.

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    Milwaukee Recruiting Battalion Departments

    Battalion HQ Mailing Address: Department of the Army
    ATTN: (Office & Name)

    HQ, 

    Milwaukee, WI  

    Battalion Leadership /
    Command Group Secretary 
    Phone: 
    Fax:   

    Soldier & Family Assistance
    Cell:
     

    Family Advocacy
    Cell: 

    Chaplain
    Phone: 
     

    Wellness Team / Behavioral Health
    Phone: 502-626-0038
    Cell: 502-528-4527

    Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC)
    Phone: 502-626-2395
    Cell: 502-528-3425

    Equal Opportunity Advisor
    Phone: 502-626-0685
    Cell: 502-528-8907

    Education Specialist 
    Phone: 
    Cell:                 

    Judge Advocate
    Phone: 

    Battalion S-1
    Phone: 
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    Battalion S-2
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    Battalion S-3
    Phone: 

    Band Liaison / Midwest Audition Coordinator
    Cell: 502-528-2100
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    Advertising & Public Affairs
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    Field Marketing 
    Phone: 502-626-1269