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AFRC Senior Enlisted Leader visits Charleston AFB

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  • By Second Lieutenant Jeff Kelly
  • 315 AW Public Affairs
JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. --  Air Force Reserve Command, Command Chief Master Sergeant, Dwight D. Badgett is currently visiting the 315th Airlift Wing at Joint Base Charleston. He represents the highest level of enlisted leadership in the command and overseas more than 60,000 active duty and reserve enlisted members at over 66 locations.
 
In addition to touring the base and local area, Command Chief Badgett is discussing the state of the enlisted force and the direction of AFRC with local Airmen.

In several question and answer sessions, Command Chief Badgett covered a wide variety of subjects but stressed the importance of personal development.

"If we develop our people it is going to make them better citizens and Airmen," said Command Chief Badgett. "We must ensure our Airmen continue their education and professional growth."

The importance of fitness, health and overall wellness was also highlited by the Command Chief.

"We must implement a culture of fitness," said Command Chief Badgett. "I want each of you to live to be 80 years old, sitting in a rocking chair healthy! We must stay physically fit and make staying fit the norm."

Other topics discussed by the Command Chief were deployments, finance, training, education, manning levels and the Air Reserve Technician program.

"We are honored to host Command Chief Master Sergeant Badgett," said 315th AW Command Chief Master Sgt. Gigi Manning. "His visit shows our enlisted members that their leadership is accessible and that their questions and input are welcomed. Command Chief Badgett's leadership and guidance is truly appreciated by our enlisted force."

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