In this episode, the focus is on Airman developmental feedback. The session is led by Chief Master Sgt. Kevan Williams, who is the 130th Airlift Wing Command Chief. During this session, Chief Williams explains some concepts of feedback, and ins

The Leading Edge: Developing Officers For Command Ep. 5

Nov 2nd, 2023

In this episode, the focus is on empowerment. The session is led by Lt. Col. Ryan Harrah, who is the deputy commander of the 130th Maintenance Group. He dives into the tools and challenges that come with empowering your subordinates as a comman

The Leading Edge: Developing Officers For Command Ep. 4

Jun 8th, 2023

This episode focuses on two topics. The roles and missions of the West Virginia National Guard (WVNG) Joint Force Headquarters, presented by Col. Robert Kincaid, the director of J5 strategies, plans, and policy for the WVNG. Emotional intel

The Leading Edge: Developing Officers For Command Ep. 3

Apr 10th, 2023

The third episode of this twelve-part series focuses on strategic planning and developing organizational goals and objectives. Vice Wing Commander Colonel Patrick Chard, the program author and facilitator walks us through the why and how of str

The Leading Edge: Developing Officers For Command Ep. 2

Jan 24th, 2023

This episode focuses on exposing officers to simulated real life scenarios commanders face concerning Airman conduct, discipline, incident response, work/life balance, etc. The situations shown use the “What Now, Airman?” series of videos to p

The Leading Edge: Developing Officers For Command Ep. 1

Nov 3rd, 2022

The first episode of this twelve-part series describes this locally derived developmental program and defines the responsibilities of command. Vice Wing Commander, Colonel Patrick Chard, the program author, and facilitator leads this first blo

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