Being kind — and taking time to listen to the people who work for you — is an important leadership trait, said DHA’s Chief Information Officer Pat…

Neelam Sandhu believes effective leaders all share similar core characteristics: “The ability to lead with their head and heart; being a role model; being fair to everyone;…

Adinistrator, U.S. Digital Service USDS Administrator Mina Hsiang says that the hallmark of a good leader is a strong and empowered team. “The best leaders build trust…

After years as a CEO and White House Innovation Fellow, Mike Brown is the director of the Defense Innovation Unit, which was launched to accelerate the Defense…

Head of Federal, Scale AI Atop Mark Valentine’s list of qualities that make a good leader is a triad of key traits: integrity, authenticity, and a growth…

Deputy Commandant for Information, U.S. Marine Corps A well-trained and ready workforce can accomplish anything. “When I was the commanding general of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, I…

Actions speak louder than words, and it’s important leaders demonstrate to their workforce they care, Lt. Gen. Robert Skinner said. “Leaders need to show people that they…

Chief Technology and Innovation Officer, U.S. Space Force As the first ever CTIO for the Space Force, America’s newest military service branch, Lisa Costa is charged with…

Good leadership means letting team members own their portfolios from start to finish, according to Lesley Field. “To make that happen, I limit my role to providing…

Now nearly two years into serving as the CIO of the Department of the Air Force, Lauren Knausenberger has set a strategic vision for the military branch’s…