Trailblazer in Uniform: Rear Admiral Sandy Adams on Leadership, Legacy, and Service
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Trailblazer in Uniform: Rear Admiral Sandy Adams on Leadership, Legacy, and Service
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Rear Admiral Sandy Adams, USN, Ret., served 34 years in the U.S. Navy, leading both active duty and reserve units across global theaters. She commanded five Navy Reserve units, deployed to Saudi Arabia during Desert Storm, and advised Afghan defense leaders during Operation Enduring Freedom. Her final role was Deputy Commander of the Navy Expeditionary Combat Command, overseeing 19,000 personnel. As a reservist, Adams also held various senior civilian roles in defense contracting and supply chain management.
Adams earned a Bachelor’s degree from Michigan State University, a Master’s in National Security and Strategic Studies from the Naval War College, and graduated from the Joint Forces Staff College.
Retired from the military, Adams is currently active with the Daughters of the American Revolution, El Redondo, CA Chapter, The Military Women’s Memorial, and is a Member of the Chairman’s Flag Council for the Museum of the Surface Navy.
On our podcast, Admiral Adams shares her stories about the challenges of being a woman in the Navy, while also expressing her passion for all those currently on active duty and veterans.
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