Vice Adm. Michelle J. Howard, left, Deputy Chief of Naval Operations for Operations, Plans and Strategy, speaks with Electronics Technician 2nd Class(SW) Emilie Stuckey during the Sea Service Leadership Association's 27th annual Joint Women's Leadership Symposium. This year's theme "Why Do You Serve?" offered opportunities for personal and professional development with a focus on the issues of retention, professional growth, and reasons behind why women continue to serve in the military. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Laura Hoover/Released)