Whether it's a natural disaster, a community tragedy, or a full-on war, there are turbulenttimes all over the world. Leadership can ignite fear and cause uncertainty, or it can provide clarity, empathy, and foster resilience. Nobody knows better how to react and move forward in times of crisis than top Army strategists Colonel Katie Crombe and Retired General Joe Votel. They understand that much of that leadership relies on clear and effective communication with others. Learn about the importance of trust, culture, and feedback in that mission as they draw on their time in the service to relay essential lessons to leadership.
Crombe is an Army strategist serving as Chief of the Joint Operational War Plans Division, Joint Staff J5. She previously led strategy and planning at U.S. Special Operations Command Central and served as Aide-de-Camp to General Joseph Votel at CENTCOM. Commissioned in 2003, she has held command and strategic roles across Iraq, Jordan, the UK, and Washington, D.C., including leading operations to counter ISIS and reform Army warrior care. She holds degrees from Lehigh University, the Institute of World Politics, and the U.S. Army War College.
General Joseph L. Votel is a retired four-star U.S. Army general and former commander of U.S. Central Command, where he led the 79-nation coalition that defeated ISIS in Iraq and Syria. Over his 39-year military career, he held top leadership roles in both special operations and conventional forces, with combat tours in Panama, Afghanistan, and Iraq. Post-retirement, he led Business Executives for National Security and now advises multiple defense and tech organizations. He is a Distinguished Chair at West Point's Combating Terrorism Center and a Fellow at the Middle East Institute.
Katie is speaking in her personal capacity. The views presented are those of the speaker or author and do not necessarily represent the views of United States Army, the Joint Staff, the Department of Defense, or any other US government agency.
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