U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Janet Benitez, contracting officer assigned to the 316th Contracting Squadron, wipes away tears as she is awarded the rank of technical sergeant during a Stripes for Exceptional Performers program promotion at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, Nov. 17, 2025. Benitez was selected for the STEP program promotion for exuding excellence in all she does, upholding the Air Force standards. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Daniel Walderbach)