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Education, Leadership and Paying It Back
December 28, 2017 — Last year I wrote a commentary about teamwork, commitment and trust and highlighted a significant point in our nation’s aviation history exemplifying a combination of all three - the Wright Brothers and the first flight. These are not the only components of a successful unit, business or organization. There are a few more I would like to share this... MORE

Official photo of Mr. Charles Beam, 628th Air Base Wing Executive Director.

Sharpen Your Axe
May 17, 2017 — President Abraham Lincoln once said, “Give me six hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe.” He was teaching us all about preparing for future obstacles we may face. Most of us see a tree in our path and attack it head on with a blunt blade. We typically are willing to fight the pain and labor through the... MORE