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  • 2020: CERTAINTY IN UNCERTAIN TIMES

    First, the boss and I want to thank you for all you have done throughout this historic year and what you will do in the coming year.

  • Relationships are Vital to Mission Success

    I would like for you to consider the relationships you have with your fellow Airmen. Think about where those relationships are right now, where they should be, and where you would like for them to be. What have you done to build the relationship that you currently have with each other? What are some

  • WE ARE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER

    Let’s face it, there is a lot going on in the world right now. From daily increases in COVID-19 cases, political differences amplified during this election year and racial tensions driving change across our nation, this is an unprecedented and often difficult time for us all.Diversity, equality and

  • BUILDING TRUST IN A TIME OF UNCERTAINTY

    "Discussing our different life experiences and viewpoints can be tough, uncomfortable and therefore often avoided…We can no longer walk by this problem."-General David L. Goldfein, CSAFThe ongoing pandemic and the civil unrest across the nation have given us pause to reflect on the continuing racial

  • Equality; How Do We Get There?

    There’s been a lot of discussion lately on equality. In fact, I’ve engaged with several of you over the last few weeks discussing this topic, among many others. Equality is a word with many different meanings, depending on who you talk to. My belief is that equality gets to the point that we all are

  • Ready to Respond ... to Any Scenario

    The reason the Air Force Reserve exists is to provide manpower and capabilities to support and defend this nation. This mandate spans the entire spectrum of operations, so we must be prepared to respond to any potential scenario.

  • CCAF Help

    During this time of COVID-19 we have been given an opportunity to operate in a different environment and take advantage of some unique training. Although much of that training has been less hands-on and more distance learning, we have adapted and overcome so that we can continue to learn and grow

  • Flexibility, Innovation Keys to Success

    How many times have we heard the comment “Flexibility is the key to Airpower?” I once had a First Sergeant that would begin and end every formation with that statement. When I heard him say those words, my first thoughts were that he is just towing the company line and being politically correct in