Major Cruz Ashe
Executive Officer
Major Ashe was born in Rockville, Maryland and grew up in Lubbock, Texas. He enlisted in the Marine Corps in June of 2005 and graduated recruit training as a Private First Class, meritoriously. Following Marine Combat Training and Aviation Electrician “A” and “C” School, he was designated an Avionics Technician for the MV-22 Osprey platform.
In August of 2006, Lance Corporal Ashe reported to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Training Squadron (VMMT) 204 in Jacksonville, North Carolina. While attached to VMMT-204, he served as an Avionics Technician, Combat Marksmanship Coach and Single Marine Program Representative and was promoted to Corporal in May of 2007.
In June of 2009, Corporal Ashe reported to VMM-264 and aided in the transition from Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) to VMM. He was promoted to Sergeant in October of 2009 and held the billets of Collateral Duty Inspector, Shift Supervisor, Work Center Supervisor and Aerial Observer. From January of 2011 to July of 2011, Sergeant Ashe deployed with VMM-264 to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.
In October of 2011, Sergeant Ashe reported to the Basic Recruiters Course, and upon graduation, he was recognized via the Dean’s List for completing within the top ten percent of his respective class. In December of 2011, Sergeant Ashe reported to Recruiting Station San Antonio in Texas as a Canvassing Recruiter. In November of 2013, Sergeant Ashe was selected for the Marine Enlisted Commissioning Education Program, and in January of 2014, he was meritoriously promoted to Staff Sergeant for his performance on recruiting duty.
In January of 2014, Staff Sergeant Ashe reported to Officer Candidate School, and in June of 2014 he was attached to The University of Texas at Austin Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps Battalion. While enrolled, he served as a Platoon Commander and a Field Exercise Officer-In-Charge (OIC). In May of 2017, Staff Sergeant Ashe earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Health Promotions and was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant.
In December of 2017, Second Lieutenant Ashe graduated from The Basic School (TBS). Following TBS, Second Lieutenant Ashe attended flight school in Pensacola, Florida and was designated a Naval Aviator in April of 2020.
In May of 2020, First Lieutenant Ashe reported to Marine Light Attack Helicopter Training Squadron (HMLAT) 303 in Camp Pendleton, California to begin flight training in the AH-1Z. While attached to HMLAT-303, he served in the S-1 shop and in the Operations department. While attached to HMLAT-303, First Lieutenant Ashe became medically disqualified to continue flying and was given the opportunity to lateral move to another occupational specialty. In June of 2021, First Lieutenant Ashe was selected to transition to the Communication Strategy and Operations (COMMSTRAT) community.
In August of 2021, Captain Ashe reported to COMMSTRAT Company, a subordinate command of the II Marine Expeditionary Force (MEF) Information Group (MIG) located in Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. While attached to II MIG, he served as the Productions and Engagements OIC, the Company Executive Officer and finally assumed the role of Company Commander.
In July of 2024 to May 2026, Major Ashe reported to II MEF COMMSTRAT where he served as the Future Operations Deputy.
Major Ashe’s personal awards include the Air Medal with Strike/Flight Numeral 1, Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal (gold star in lieu of second award) and Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal with one gold star in lieu of second award.