I am honored and humbled to serve as the new Command Chief here at Selfridge.

While my priorities are the same as our commander, Brig. Gen. Brancato, my role is to be the principal adviser on enlisted matters and the Wing-level representative for all enlisted members. Every decision that leadership makes has a person behind it.

I have the privilege and responsibility to advocate on our members’ behalves and ensure the policies decided make the most sense for the organization.

This is a team effort, one that Brig. Gen. Brancato and I do not take lightly and work together, hand-in-hand, on tackling.

To be more detailed, alongside the outstanding Chief Master Sergeants and First Sergeants at the 127th Wing, we advise commanders on mission-effectiveness, professional development, recognition, readiness, training, utilization, health, morale, and the welfare of the organization’s enlisted Airmen, and take immediate action to address shortfalls or challenges.

I, like you all, embrace the priorities of Selfridge Air National Guard Base: People, Mission, Teams.

• People — our greatest asset and most important investment. We could not accomplish what we do without our people. Ensuring our personnel have the proper development, training, readiness, and wellness are top priority.

• Mission — we have amazing mission sets at Selfridge that support local, state, and national level interests.

• Teams — collaboration and inclusion only make us stronger and drive success. When we work together, everything is achievable.

This summer has been wonderful for my family and I.

After being stationed in the National Capital Region for more than a decade with some great assignments, it has been even better moving back to the Midwest.

The Selfridge community has been incredibly welcoming.

From the base community council, civilian organizations, to Team Selfridge and our Wing members, the support from the community is unmatched. I cannot thank you enough for your warm welcome.

For those considering joining the Michigan Air National Guard, I ask that you reach out and have a conversation.

The Air National Guard has provided me with opportunities that I could not have imagined. It is a team that will help you strive for personal excellence, provides outstanding benefits, and makes a positive difference in your life and community.