CMSgt Ecatarina M Garcia is the Senior Enlisted Leader of the 301st
Intelligence Squadron, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska. She is the
principal advisor to the commander on all matters concerning professional
development, readiness, morale, welfare, quality of life, and effective
deployment utilization.

CMSgt Garcia entered the United States Air Force in June of 2004. She has served in various intelligence assignments as well as Superintendent of the Center for Character and Leadership Development and Faculty Instructor in the Departments of Military Strategic Studies and Political Science at the United States Air Force Academy.

Chief Master Sergeant Henry "Mac" McRoberts, From Little Rock Arkansas, is a Senior Enlisted Leader of the 701st Munitions Support Squadron located at Kleine Brogel Air Base Belgium, advising the Commander and Director of Operations on the training, equipping and quality of life matters impacting 152 Airmen in efforts of NATO mission execution. He has served for 23 years in functional and institutional capacities including Technical Training Instructor and First Sergeant duties.

Colonel Christina P. Perez is the Division Chief of Enterprise Information Technology (EIT) Investment Management, Office of the Chief Information Officer for the Department of the Air Force, comprised of the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force. She provides the executive and senior level leadership planning, governance, and resourcing recommendations for Department-wide EIT initiatives and issues, ensuring interoperability and cost-effectiveness across the five major portfolios and numerous service, joint, and commercial capabilities for Airmen and Guardians. She leads multi-agency teams in overseeing the planning and execution of a $2.4 billion portfolio while aligning the corresponding Department Strategy. Prior to this assignment, Colonel Perez was the Chief of the Cyberspace Force Development Division and the 17X Career Field Manager where she provided cyberspace organizational and force development guidance for 38,000 officer and enlisted personnel throughout the Air Force. Colonel Perez earned her commission in 2003 as a Top Graduate of Officer Training School. She has deployed in various locations such as Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Afghanistan, Djibouti, and Kuwait in support of Operations SOUTHERN WATCH, IRAQI FREEDOM, and ENDURING.

CMSgt Adrian T. Garcia is the Flight Chief, Vehicle Management, 673d Logistics
Readiness Squadron, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson (JBER), Alaska. Chief
Garcia leads 133 civilian and military personnel and is responsible for the
management and maintenance of the Air Force’s largest snow removal fleet and
its third largest vehicle fleet. Chief Garcia was born in Lorain, Ohio and entered the Air Force in January 2004. He served as a First Sergeant at
Davis-Monthan Air Force base, Goodfellow Air Force base, and the United States
Air Force Academy.

Kodi Bailey is a retired Chief Master Sergeant who served honorably for 24 years. Throughout his career, Chief Bailey led with compassion, discipline, and a deep commitment to mentoring the next generation of Airmen.

As the author of Letters to Airmen: Lessons on Growth, Resilience, and Service In The Airman Tier, Kodi draws from decades of lived experience to guide new Airmen through the challenges and triumphs of military life. His voice is grounded in humility, shaped by adversity, and inspired by the letters, stories, and lessons passed between wingmen.

Today, Kodi continues his commitment to community and leadership as an entrepreneur, nonprofit leader, and mentor. He is the founder of the Letters to Airmen series and the driving force behind Equiliberty INC, a fintech company focused on empowering under-capitalized communities through technology, financial literacy, and access to opportunity.

When he’s not writing, speaking, or leading, Chief Bailey cherishes time with his wife Sabrina, and their children and proudly cheers on each Airman who chooses to fly with purpose.

Chief Master Sergeant Gerardo J. Ventura is dual hatted as the Senior Enlisted Leader for Headquarters Seventh Air Force and the Force Protection Division, Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea. Chief Ventura advises the Seventh Air Force Chief of Staff, Directors, and over 200 United States and Republic of Korea personnel on the best use of human resources to meet mission requirements to ensure a unified presentation to the Commander, Combined Air Component Command.

Chief Ventura grew up in South Gate, CA. He entered the Air Force in January 1999. He graduated from the Security Forces apprentice course at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas in May 1999. His background includes various duties within the Security Forces career field at the unit, Major Command (MAJCOM), and Field Operating Agency levels. His previous assignments include bases in Wyoming, California, Illinois, and New Mexico. Chief Ventura also served overseas in Japan and Guam and has deployed to Oman, the United Arab Emirates, Iraq, and Africa in support of Operations SOUTHERN WATCH, ENDURING FREEDOM, IRAQI FREEDOM, and East Africa’s Command missions.

Chief Master Sergeant Felipe E. Perez is the Senior Enlisted Leader of the 844th Communications Group at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland. He advises the Commander on cyber operations and leads 970 personnel supporting 32,000 users across 84 units, 6 wings, and 3 joint bases. He oversees $250 million in systems and circuits, supports global command and control for senior U.S. leaders, and manages executive agent duties for the $517 million NMCC cyber and nuclear communication infrastructure. Chief Perez enlisted in the Air Force in 1996 as an Aircraft Armament Systems Apprentice, loading F-16 Falcons and B-1B Lancers. In 2000, he cross-trained into the Communications-Computer Systems Operations career field and has since held various Comm/IT/Cyber roles at the base, Wing, MAJCOM, and Air Operations Center levels. He is married to Colonel Christina P. Perez of Kodiak, Alaska. They have one daughter, Isabela.

Dan Stellabotte is a retired Air Force Chief Master Sergeant now serving as (OWF) Regional Coordinator for Region 8 Rocky Mountain and Great Plains Region which covers ND, SD, NE, KS, WY, UT, and CO. Having served for 28 years, he embraced his passion for helping people, especially as a Career Assistance Advisor, where he assisted countless service members with transition assistance, educational opportunities, and career guidance. Serving as a Medical Group Senior Enlisted Leader, and having personally experienced the medical review board, he understands the demands and uncertainties transitioning service members face. After two tours totaling 15 years in the Colorado area, Dan has established significant partnerships and is here to ensure a succesful transition for service members and their loved ones. "Family is my core, people are my passion, and together we make a difference!" - Daniel Stellabotte