Kunsan welcomes former leaders for second annual WoLF

Photo By Staff Sgt. Samuel Earick | The current and former leaders of the 8th Fighter Wing pose for a group photo during the second Wolf Leadership Forum at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 11, 2024. Over the course of the two-day event, the visiting leaders met with squadrons around the base during a “walk with wolves tour” and held several panels to engage with 8th FW Airmen from all ranks. The forum is designed for Airmen to tap into the knowledge of former Wolf Pack leaders, gaining a broader perspective on the roles they serve in every day. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Samuel Earick)  

KUNSAN AIR BASE, SOUTH KOREA

04.11.2024

Story by Staff Sgt. Samuel Earick 

8th Fighter Wing

The 8th Fighter Wing welcomed back its former leaders during the second iteration of the Wolf Leadership Forum (WoLF) at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 11-12, 2024.

The forum saw five leaders return to their old stomping grounds:

Lt. Gen. Retired Steve Polk (Wolf 92-93)
Brig. Gen. Retired Jeremy Sloane (Wolf 15-16)
Col. John Gallemore (Wolf 21-22)
Chief Master Sgt. Thomas Schaefer (Wolf Chief 20-21)
Chief Master Sgt. Ronnie Woods (Wolf Chief 21-22)

During their visit, the group had a chance to meet the current iteration of leaders to discuss the changes the Wolf Pack has seen over time.

They also visited different work sections around the base to talk to the Airmen of the 8th FW.

“Talking with the leaders was very eye opening,” said Senior Airman Astrell Mauvis, 8th Maintenance Squadron stockpile crew chief. “They shared their experiences with us and shared the bigger picture on how the Wolf Pack fits into everything and how important our mission here at the 8th Fighter Wing really is.”

During the event, several panels were held to speak with the different demographics of Airmen, opening the door to ask the leaders questions about their time with the Pack, and thoughts on the future of Kunsan’s operations on the Korean Peninsula.Wolf Pack Airmen in less formal events with including bowling and luncheons.


The group also shared stories and laughs with
The visit ended with a Mighty Thunder 24 kick-off party, welcoming the aircraft that will participate in the large force flying exercise.

• Date Taken: 04.11.2024
• Date Posted: 04.11.2024 22:58
• Story ID: 468379
• Location: KUNSAN AIR BASE, KR