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 CMSAF speaks with Airmen during visit to Hill AFBPublished March 21, 2022
                        
                        By Kendahl Johnson
                        
                        
                        75th Air Base Wing Public Affairs
                **HILL AIR FORCE BASE, Utah (AFNS) --**
                During a visit to **Hill Air Force Base**, Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force**JoAnne S. Bass**shared her goals and priorities with 300 Airmen during an all-call event. 
 Bass said one of her top priorities is taking care of Airmen and their families. 
 “What we as leaders have to get after, and specifically what I’m focused on the most, has to do with programs that help people,”Bass said. “Whatever is important to you and whatever is important to your families, that’s what I’m focused on. We have to do our part to take care of you so you can continue to do great things.” 
 She said although she is interested in retaining strong Airmen, she isn’t as concerned with length of an enlistment as she is with how an Airmen serves his or her time.

Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass speaks with Hill Air Force Base Airmen and Guardians during an all-call at Hill AFB, Utah, March 15, 2022. Bass provided insight on Air Force policies and culture, and opened the floor to hear about challenges, concerns and wins from Hill AFB personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua M. Carroll)Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass speaks with Hill Air Force Base Airmen and Guardians during an all-call at Hill AFB, Utah, March 15, 2022. Bass provided insight on Air Force policies and culture, and opened the floor to hear about challenges, concerns and wins from Hill AFB personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua M. Carroll)
            
            
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    Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass stands with outstanding Airmen after recognizing them for their hard work during a base visit at Hill Air Force Base, Utah, March 15, 2022. Left to right: Master Sgt. Darby Jaynes, Senior Airman Meyrick Tan, Senior Airman Tristan Meyers Taylor, Tech. Sgt. Chelsea Lee, Senior Airman Jayauna Tyler, Senior Airman Jamarcus Nelson, Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass, Staff Sgt. Cody Vojtko, Staff Sgt. David Valentin, and Tech. Sgt. Marco Cardenas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Todd Cromar)Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass stands with outstanding Airmen after recognizing them for their hard work during a base visit at Hill Air Force Base, Utah, March 15, 2022. Left to right: Master Sgt. Darby Jaynes, Senior Airman Meyrick Tan, Senior Airman Tristan Meyers Taylor, Tech. Sgt. Chelsea Lee, Senior Airman Jayauna Tyler, Senior Airman Jamarcus Nelson, Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass, Staff Sgt. Cody Vojtko, Staff Sgt. David Valentin, and Tech. Sgt. Marco Cardenas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Todd Cromar)
            
            
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    Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass speaks with Airmen during breakfast at Hill Air Force Base, Utah, March 15, 2022. Bass prioritized discussions with Airmen in order to have crucial conversations regarding the present and future needs of the Air Force, with a focus on people, readiness and culture. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua M. Carroll)Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass speaks with Airmen during breakfast at Hill Air Force Base, Utah, March 15, 2022. Bass prioritized discussions with Airmen in order to have crucial conversations regarding the present and future needs of the Air Force, with a focus on people, readiness and culture. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua M. Carroll)
            
            
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“I tell our Airmen all the time, I don’t care if they just do one enlistment,” Bass said. “What I care about is while they are serving, that they do great things for their organizations.” 
 Bass said the need for excellence is more important now than ever.  She said there is a focus on being strong in multiple domains, including air, land, sea, space, cyber and information and that if we don’t make the right changes, we stand to lose. 
 “I’ll submit that you’re probably going to see more changes in the next six years than I’ve seen in my 29-year career,” she said. “We’ve got work to do if we’re going to stay ahead of our strategic competitors, like China and Russia, and have the Air Force we need in 2030 and beyond.” 
 Bass wrapped up the all-call by thanking those in uniform for their service. 
 “Thank you for what you do,” Bass said. “Thank you for wearing the uniform and please thank your families for their sacrifices and all they do to ensure you’re able to do what the Air Force needs of you.”FS 



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