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Mr. Cal Bailey is included in a command-photo graphic with the words Leader and Veteran Reflects on Life of Service.

April 8, 2025

Leader, veteran reflects on life of service

FORT GREGG-ADAMS, Va. — “I find that service is bolstered when you have a personal connection with those who benefit from your service. This life isn’t for everyone, but for those who aspire to help others and be an agent for positivity, the rewards are innumerable,” said Cal Bailey, DCMA Central Region deputy director.

Smiling man wears a dark suit and blue tie

Dec. 5, 2024

My DCMA: Kevin Harter, DCMA Cleveland deputy commander

CLEVELAND — “My experience at DCMA has been incredibly rewarding, and I am proud to be part of an organization that plays such a crucial role in supporting our nation’s defense,” said Kevin Harter.

A man is presented an award from two leaders at the U.S. Naval War College.

Sept. 27, 2024

Leader excels at Naval War College

CARSON, Calif. — NWC’s degree programs emphasize seminar-style discussions, encouraging its diverse group of high-level U.S. and international military members and civilian professionals to share and expand their knowledge.

Organization Infrastructure graphic with a pen, book, building within an encircling gear.

April 1, 2024

Policy Listening Sessions drive positive organizational change

FORT GREGG-ADAMS, Va. — When Karen Schultheis, DCMA’s Information Technology executive director and chief information officer, became the agency’s Organizational Infrastructure Board manager, she embraced the challenge and devised a plan forward: listen to the workforce.

A graphic highlighting the Federal Coaching Network initiative.

Feb. 2, 2024

Coach training partnership offers unique opportunities

FORT GREGG-ADAMS, Va. — The initiative developed from a yearlong collaborative effort to identify the program’s potential. Participants earn their International Coach Federation Credential after program completion.

Sept. 25, 2023

New Central Region commander excited to lead, embrace change

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Prior to this position, Army Col. Kenneth Darnall served as commander of DCMA Boeing Philadelphia.

Man in a black naval officer's suit along with pictures of aircraft

Feb. 22, 2023

AIMO commander retires after 29 years of service

ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. — “This tour has been extremely rewarding,” said Navy Capt. Jeffrey Carty. “We have a fantastic team here at AIMO. From a personal perspective, after a number of years out of the cockpit, it was nice to be able to fly a variety of aircraft on which our command works.”