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From left, U.S. Air Force Col. James Clark, Col. Elizabeth Blakeman and Col. Karl Seekamp discuss expectations for senior noncommissioned officers during an Air Force and Space Force SNCO Summit at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., July 27, 2026. The summit featured a series of briefings focused on preparing senior enlisted leaders to develop and mentor the next generation of Airmen and Guardians while emphasizing the critical importance of keeping the force informed and ready to address the challenges posed by strategic competitors. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Geneva Nguyen)