ACC’s FSS leadership workshop: fueling readiness of the force

Official Statements

• Air Combat Command, November 10: “JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, Va. — The Air Combat Command Manpower and Personnel Directorate hosted the 2026 ACC Force Support Squadron Leadership Workshop Nov. 3-4, 2026, bringing installation support leaders together to develop solutions that strengthen Airmen readiness and enable ACC’s mission.

  During the workshop, leaders received manpower and employment updates, identified program challenges, and developed solutions to support mission readiness. By translating enterprise-level priorities into action, the event helps installations reduce barriers to readiness and enables operational units to remain focused on generating and employing combat airpower.

  “Force Support professionals are in the business of readiness,” said Lt. Gen. Larry Broadwell, deputy commander of Air Combat Command. “The programs they lead touch every Airman, civilian, and family across our installations. Bringing these leaders together to solve challenges, share best practices, and align on priorities strengthens the foundation that allows ACC's combat units to stay focused on the mission.”

  The workshop included 54 FSS leaders and guest speakers from ACC, the Air Force Personnel Center and Headquarters Air Force Manpower, Personnel and Services. The event also included breakout sessions where participants collaborated on the topics of organization structure, civilian personnel, and assessment tools.

  The FSS provides customer-focused support that sustains Airmen, families, and the installation through integrated personnel, readiness, and community services. These functions enhance quality of life and support force readiness by helping Airmen and their families stay prepared and resilient.

  For the command, effective FSS leadership relieves administrative and support burdens on unit leadership and commanders, enabling operational organizations to concentrate on their primary missions.

  “Exposure to senior leader advice and strategic thinking empowers our unit leaders to expand their understanding of workforce expectations,” said U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Yaira Nevarez Samshair, 55th Force Support Squadron commander. “Most importantly, it helps us align our priorities with Air Force direction, especially our focus on wartime sufficiency across our community and installations.”

  The final day ended with a lightning round discussion, providing attendees an opportunity to discuss and brainstorm final solutions before heading back to their home units.

  The workshop helped ensure FSS leaders left with a common understanding of ACC priorities and actionable solutions to strengthen installation support, improve Airmen readiness, and enable combat units to remain focused on the mission.”