A Day in the Life

Terri Rogers

Associate Director, EB Eglin

Work Location:
Niceville, FL

How Long Have You Been with Odyssey?
One Month

What Team / Customer / Program(s) do you work for / on at Odyssey?
EPASS EB PMO

What do you do each day?
My days so far consist of training, meetings, customer engagements, employee engagements, recruiting, interviews, and lots of coffee!

What do you enjoy about working at Odyssey?
Without a doubt, it’s the incredible teamwork and unwavering support I’ve experienced during this transition. From LinkedIn messages to emails, chats, and calls, the Odyssey team has truly welcomed me with open arms. This warm reception speaks volumes about the company’s culture—Odyssey values its employees and actively gives back to the community. That sense of belonging and shared purpose is what makes working here so rewarding.

What is your current hometown?
Navarre, FL, we have some of the most beautiful beaches in Florida. If you love to look for seashells, it’s a must visit. We also have the longest pier in the Gulf of America.

Where did you grow up?
A tiny town in south Alabama. Dozier, AL. It has one caution light. I actually have a really funny story about that.

Before working at Odyssey, what was the most unusual or interesting job you’ve ever had?
I spent one year laying tile in my younger days. It was extremely hard work but was very satisfying, using my hands to create something beautiful taught me the value of craftsmanship.

What three words would you use to describe yourself?
According to those that love me, Bougie Redneck Nerd, but hey, I’m fun.

Do you have a favorite quote?
“And, when you want something, all the universe conspires in helping you to achieve it.” —Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist

Tell us about your family, including pets:
I have two beautiful daughters: Amber (25) works in Pensacola, FL for an optometrist, and Aria (15) is a 10th grader at Navarre High School. She has her learner’s permit—and I’ll admit, riding shotgun with her is a little scary! We also have two mixed-breed dogs. Marley Mae (6) is a Toy Australian Shepherd–Rat Terrier mix; she has all the Aussie markings but shorter hair, and she’s as loyal as they come. Cooper (5) is part Jack Russell (mix unknown), and although you shouldn’t play favorites…he’s mine. He’s loud, obnoxious, and loves to “argue.”

Do you have any nicknames?:
When I worked on Eglin in EBD, they gave me the nickname Rockstar.

What do you like to do in your free time?
I’ve accepted the fact that I’m now turning into my mother. I love to do jigsaw and word search puzzles. I’m a foodie, so I’m always trying the newest places with my friends. I also love to travel, last year I went to eight different countries and various other places in the states.

Where would you like to go on a dream vacation?
If you had asked me last year, it would have been Italy and Okinawa. I did get to knock those off my bucket list, however I would still love to spend more time exploring Italy. New Zealand is next on my list of must visit places.

Anything else you would like to share about yourself?
I’m very passionate about mental health. Since 2020, I’ve volunteered with the Okaloosa Walton Mental Health Association. Our efforts focus on fundraising to ensure local children and veterans receive the counseling services they need, as well as funding medications for anyone who comes in with a prescription and a need. We also organize outreach for the state mental hospital once a year, helping to bring awareness and support to those who need it most.

Matt LoPresti

Senior Cybersecurity Engineer

Work Location:
Hanscom AFB

How Long Have You Been With Odyssey?
2.5 years

What Team/Customer/Program(s) do you work for/on at Odyssey?
AFLCMC/WIW AWACS and Wedgetail Division

What do you do each day?
Dedicated cybersecurity support for the E-3G AWACS and E7A Wedgetail Program Office ensuring that the warfighter has secure and resilient systems throughout the program’s lifecycle.

What do you enjoy most about working at Odyssey?
I enjoy working for a company that emphasizes the importance of our warfighters and strives to provide them with the tools they need to keep us safe at home.

What is your current hometown?
Chelmsford, MA

Where did you grow up?
Chelmsford, MA

Before working at Odyssey, what was the most unusual or interesting job you’ve ever had?
I was an Alpine Zip Line Tour Guide during college

What three words would you use to describe yourself?
Motivated, Outgoing, Passionate

Do you have a favorite quote?
“Well done is better than well said.” —Benjamin Franklin

Tell us about your family, including pets:
I got married to my wife Jessica in April 2025, we have a 7.5 year old dog Tucker

What do you like to do in your free time?
I enjoy spending time outdoors, skiing, golfing, boating, riding my jetski. Spending time with friends and family.

Where would you like to go on a dream vacation?
Backcountry Ski Trip in Montana or Alaska

Kristi Castellon

Configuration Manager

Work Location:
Hanscom AFB

How Long Have You Been With Odyssey?
1 year

What Team / Customer/Program(s) do you work for / on at Odyssey?
ESS/Force protection

What do you do each day?
Each day, I make sure system and software configurations are accurate, documented and controlled. I track and review changes, keep technical documentation up to date, coordinate with key stakeholders (EN, LG, PM), to ensure everything follows configuration management guidelines and compliance recommendations.

What do you enjoy most about working at Odyssey?
I enjoy collaborating with a knowledgabe team, supporting mission-critical systems, and having the opportunity to improve processes while working on technically challenging, real-world problems and making a meaningful impact.

What is your current hometown?
Johnston, Rhode Island

Where did you grow up?
Warwick, Rhode Island

Before working at Odyssey, what was the most unusual or interesting job you’ve ever had?
Before working at Odyssey, I was working as a nationally registered EMT (part time) on top of being a configuration manager for Naval Undersea Warfare Center in Newport, RI. I handled high pressure critical situations, and it was always interesting, never boring.

What three words would you use to describe yourself?
reliable, analytical, adaptable

Do you have a favorite quote?
“For everything there is a season and a time for every purpose”

Tell us about your family, including pets:
I have a family cat who lives with my parents right now, her name is April, my partner and I currently reside in Johnston, RI

Do you have any nicknames?
My parents call me Kris

What do you like to do in your free time?
Fitness, going away to warm places, visiting a new coffee shop

Where would you like to go on a dream vacation?
I would love to experience Dubai