Andrew Rust is a retired United States Air Force Staff Sergeant and Air Transportation Craftsman who served more than a decade on active duty. His assignments included Ramstein Air Base, Germany; Kadena Air Base, Japan; Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea; and Moody Air Force Base, Georgia. His VFW eligibility was earned through his service on the Korean Peninsula in support of Korean defense.

Throughout his Air Force career, Andrew served in passenger service, air freight, and Air Terminal Operations Center leadership positions, supporting the movement of personnel and cargo across the globe. His service included supervisory and operational responsibilities during major military exercises and the COVID-19 pandemic.

Following his military retirement, Andrew continued his commitment to service through the Veterans of Foreign Wars. He currently serves as Senior Vice Commander of VFW Post 5978, Senior Vice Commander of VFW Department of Georgia District 8, Department of Georgia Officer of the Day, and Department of Georgia Day of Service Chairman. He also serves as a Special Aide-de-Camp to the VFW National Commander-in-Chief.

Andrew is active in veterans advocacy at the local, state, and national levels. His work has included congressional outreach on veterans legislation and authoring resolutions addressing veterans' healthcare and organizational policy, including a resolution adopted by the VFW at the national level.

Through his service at Post 5978 and throughout the VFW, Andrew remains committed to strengthening the organization, advocating for veterans and their families, serving the community, and ensuring that the voices of veterans continue to be heard at every level.