03/25/2026
Josh Danos Honored with ESGR Patriot Award
Little Rock, AR — March 19, 2026 — Mr. Josh Danos, a District Manager with Penske Truck Rental, has been awarded the prestigious Patriot Award by the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR). The award was presented by ESGR volunteer BJ Harrison and 1st Lt. Alecia Parham during a ceremony at the Penske Truck Rental Center in Little Rock in front of staff members.
Mr. Danos was nominated by Lt. Parham of the 871st Troop Command based at Camp Robinson. In her nomination, Lt Parham stated that ‘Mr. Danos and the Penske organization have been very flexible and understanding when time off is needed for training or unit mission requirements on short notices. Also, Mr. Danos is very supportive of my military career. He asks questions about my position and what I do in the Arkansas Army National Guard.”
She also highlighted Penske Corporation’s longstanding commitment to service members and veterans, noting the company’s special programs supporting military employees and its tradition of providing a Veterans Day lunch to honor those who have served.
The Patriot Award recognizes employers who demonstrate exceptional commitment to their Guard and Reserve employees and their spouses by offering flexible schedules, time off before and after deployments, and a supportive workplace environment.
From left to right: 1st Lt Alecia Parham, Patriot Award Recipient Josh Danos, ESGR volunteer BJ