About

Keith Whiteside is a knowledgeable and compassionate leader with strong communication skills and extensive experience as Commander of Post 109. He is recognized for his professionalism, responsiveness, and ability to coordinate complex events seamlessly, while fostering community support and membership growth. Keith is highly regarded for his dedication to supporting auxiliary members and addressing organizational needs promptly and effectively.

Recommendations

Experience

Martin Sierra

12/31/2025
10

"CDR Whiteside is a great leader that not only demonstrates strong knowledge of his role as Post 109 commander but also possesses the compassion and genuine caring of its members. It is leadership skills that has helped increase the post membership and the community support. "

Haley Papeo

7/27/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for Keith Whiteside

John Hogan

3/26/2026
10

"Kiet and I have come to know each other through American Legion. I have found Kiet to be very professional and understanding regarding our Post 269 Emerson and has made every effort to assist us. It has a pleasure working with him.
John Hogan Post commander post 269 Emerson"

  • John it has been my honor working and learning from you. Thank you

  • John it has been my honor working and learning from you. Thank you

Debbie Paul

3/26/2026
10

"As a past commander of post 109,Rutherford NJ ,I totally feel as if Keith has been a large asset to the success of our post "

  • Coming from you Deej it’s an amazing honor

  • Thank you very much Dan. The Chamber has been an incredible partner to us and I am grateful to continue working together!

Clare Frattarola

2/23/2026
10

"Keith was fantastic to work with while setting up my ongoing kids yoga classes at the American Legion. He was organized, responsive, and extremely helpful in coordinating the event planning and contract process. His professionalism made everything seamless, and he was truly a pleasure to work with."

  • Thank you Clare!! You make working together effortless!!

Provided a score of  
10
  for Keith Whiteside

Jim Bellensky

2/2/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for Keith Whiteside

Michael Rivers

1/15/2026
10

"In my opinion, Keith is a gracious leader who has been responsive to the needs of our Scout troop. For example, he immediately jumped in to help us secure a new storage facility when the Troop had to move out of its former storage space with short notice."

  • Thank you Michael. You are a true inspiration to our scouts and are doing a superb job at helping our future leaders!!

krystle barnes

1/15/2026
10

"Keith has done an amazing job as Commander of Post 109 he has always been then there to help the auxiliary anyway he can and I know if I need anything as President I know Keith has my back "

Provided a score of  
10
  for Keith Whiteside

Luis Pix

12/31/2025
10

"Excellent communication skills and a leader among his peers
Knowledgeable about his work "