Salute to Service Panel Discussion Luncheon with Arizona Military Leaders

Panel Discussion 1

In today’s complex national security environment, how are military services adapting education, training, and leadership?

Panelists: Commanding Officers from Arizona Military Installations
Moderator: Daniel Rothenberg, Professor of Practice, School of Politics and Global Studies | Co-director, Future Security Initiative

Senior commanders from across the U.S. Military Services will share how their branches are addressing the challenges of a rapidly evolving security landscape. The discussion will highlight innovations in education and training, strategies for developing adaptive leaders, and perspectives on preparing the force for the future.

Panel Discussion 2

Practical Aspects of Leadership

Panelists: Senior Enlisted Advisors from Arizona Military Installations
Moderator: Brett Hunt, Executive Director and Professor of Practice, School of Public Affairs

Arizona’s senior enlisted advisors will reflect on the realities of leadership in times of uncertainty, the responsibilities of guiding troops through hardship, and the enduring importance of military service and sacrifice to the nation. The conversation will emphasize the human dimension of leadership—why it matters, how it shapes organizational culture, and what it means for the future of the armed forces.

🌟 Why Attend?

• Learn from senior military leaders and advisors about how education, training, and leadership are evolving across U.S. military services.
• Gain practical leadership insights that apply across careers in public service, business, nonprofits, education, and community life.
• Understand the human side of service and sacrifice, and why these lessons matter in times of national and global uncertainty.
• Enjoy a complimentary lunch — advance registration is required to attend. 🍴