Meritorious Service Medal
- Awarded on: March 12, 2008
- Invested on: February 13, 2009
Rank: Major
Major Sullivan was deployed to Afghanistan as the deputy commanding officer of the Operational Mentor and Liaison Team, and as mentor to the 1st Brigade operations officer of the Afghan National Army, from February to August 2007. His planning and teaching skills were pivotal to expanding Canada’s contribution to the team and in enhancing credibility with both the Afghan National Army and Coalition partners. His leadership enabled a strategic shift in focus from combat operations to capacity development, and have established the conditions for the long-term success of the Afghan National Army.
