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        Policy UpdatesNewsroomReoptimizationBIOGRAPHIESAF Senior Leaders      CMSAF speaks at all callChief Master Sergeant of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass, speaks to Airmen during an all call on Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, July 7, 2023. Bass’ willingness to hear feedback from airmen builds trust, transparency, and open communication, fostering a collaborative environment where innovative ideas can thrive, and the Air Force can continuously adapt and improve. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mark Sulaica)
                
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CMSAF holds all-call with Scott AFB AirmenPublished July 13, 2023
                    
                    By Airman 1st Class De'Quan Simmons
                    
                    
                    375th Air Mobility Wing Public Affairs
            **SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill. (AFNS) --**Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force **JoAnne S. Bass** recently visited **Scott Air Force Base** and held a base-wide all-call.

As the voice of the Air Force’s enlisted corps, Bass travels worldwide visiting Air Force installations and ensuring the voices of the enlisted force are heard. She oversees the enlisted force and serves as the principal advisor to the secretary of the Air Force and the Air Force chief of staff.

Scott AFB is home of **U.S. Transportation Command**,**Air Mobility Command**, 375th Air Mobility Wing, and 618th Air Operations Center, just to name a few. Scott AFB also hosts**Air Force Reserve** and **Air National Guard** components, the 932nd Airlift Wing and 126th Air Refueling Wing.

On the second day of her visit, Bass began her work day as usual by waking up at 4:30 a.m. and at the gym by 5 a.m., where she enjoys exercising to either an audiobook or her favorite 90s music.

“We go to the gym first thing in the morning because we won’t have time in the afternoon,” Bass said. “It also gives you time to get your mind right and start the day positively.”

Bass' workday began after her morning workout and included visits to the 375th Medical Group, 375th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron, and 458th Airlift Squadron. She also held breakfast with Airmen, lunch with noncommissioned officers and a base-wide all-call in Scott AFB’s Hangar 1.Two people speaking at all callChief Master Sergeant of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass listens to questions during an all-call on Scott Air Force Base, Ill., July 7, 2023. Bass leverages the invaluable insights and expertise of Airmen through open dialogue, tapping into their diverse backgrounds to drive innovation and excellence in the Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tyler Moody)
            
            
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    CMSAF at morale eventChief Master Sergeant of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass laughs during a morale event at the 458th Airlift Squadron on Scott Air Force Base, Ill., July 7, 2023. Bass’ presence at morale-boosting events showcases the highest level of leadership's commitment to the well-being and welfare of Airmen, fostering a sense of camaraderie, unity and belonging within the Air Force community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class De’Quan Simmons)
            
            
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    CMSAF speaking at all callChief Master Sergeant of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass, speaks during an all call in Hangar 1 on Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, July 7, 2023. The all call gave Bass an opportunity to hear the concerns and needs of Airmen, answer questions and gain perspective. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tyler Moody)
            
            
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At her first stop, a breakfast with Airmen at the Nightingale Inn Dining Facility, Bass spoke about a variety of topics, including quality of life, career advancement and culture fostering.

At the 375th MDG, Bass was briefed on **MHS Genesis**, the military’s new electronic health record software. Members of the 375th MDG discussed challenges they faced while integrating the new system and how to streamline services for their patients.

Under a bright Illinois sun, Bass visited the 375th AES, where she was given an overview of training and operational capabilities while touring the cargo compartment trainer and fuselage trainer.

Midday, Bass continued in her duty to represent the enlisted corps by holding a lunch with Scott AFB NCOs. During this meal, the group discussed the importance of being a leader, maintaining standards and resolving issues at the lowest possible level.

“NCOs really are the backbone of the Air Force,” Bass said. “We rely on you to maintain standards. We want to resolve issues at the lowest possible level. You’re an NCO, the buck is supposed to stop with you.”

The wide-open discussion between Bass and Airmen touched on areas for development, shortcomings and changes coming in the future for the Air Force. The discussion took place under the cover of Hangar 1, against a backdrop of a towering American flag. Questions were not filtered and presented Bass with the opportunity to answer a laundry list of items that were on Airmen’s minds.

The all-call allowed Airmen to participate in open dialogue with the highest enlisted member of the Air Force and gain valuable insight into the future of the force. It, in turn, allowed Bass to pick the brains of the Airmen.

“What do you think is our biggest weakness currently?” asked Airman 1st Class Juliua Dimuna, 375th Communications Squadron cybersecurity technician.




In response to the question asked by Dimuna, Bass stressed the danger of information warfare by foreign adversaries harming future generations.

“When you look at the version of TikTok allowed in China, versus the one that exists here, they are totally different,” Bass said. “Theirs promotes more educational content and aligns with their social credit system, while ours promotes more humor and entertainment, and aligns with keeping users on the platform longer. If we do nothing, it's going to influence the next generation and put us behind.”

Airmen and Bass continued to trade questions during the all-call, which concluded with her closing out and taking time to interact and take pictures.

As the day came to a close, Bass continued to adhere to her tight schedule for the day, visiting the familiar faces of **C-21** pilots, whom she flies with commonly, at the 458th AS and stopping by Zeppelin’s to interact with Airmen during their monthly “First Friday” event.

Bass and her support team, Team 19, work a vigorous schedule. A base visit is just one of the possible adventures of CMSAF, which also consists of attending ceremonial events and participating in policy discussions. With such a full schedule, it can be difficult to make time for family and loved ones.

“We try to be home on the weekends as much as we can,” Bass said.

Reaching the end of a long day and an even longer work week, Bass was wheels-up and on her way back to Joint Base Andrews, Maryland but as chief master sergeant of the Air Force, you’re never really off the clock--every moment counts.FS 



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