U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Kristina McCoy, the manpower management enlisted affairs special duty assignment section head, explains the incentives for Marines who volunteer for special duty assignments. (U.S. Marine Corps Video by Cpl. Enos Jimenez)
From April 29 to May 1, MDM 2025 was characterized by extravagant displays of emerging weapons, equipment, and technologies, demonstrating the Marine Corps’ ever-growing capabilities and lethality. Against the backdrop of this hardware however, Manpower and Reserve Affairs (M&RA) showcased its forward-looking vision for the Corps, focusing on the Corps’ most lethal asset – Marines.
The Marine Corps released the latest Talent Management update in support of Force Design, highlighting the continuous efforts to modernize and innovate its talent management systems, enhancing readiness and empowering Marines to thrive in a dynamic operational environment. Building on the foundation set by Talent Management 2030 and the Talent Management Campaign Plan 2023-2025, Manpower and Reserve Affairs (M&RA) achieved significant...