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Dr. Eric Downing to Deliver Keynote at 2025 CAF Conference

Dallas, TX (January 28, 2025) - The Commemorative Air Force (CAF) is pleased to announce that Dr. Eric Downing, a CAF Life Member and a leading expert in leadership and organizational culture, will serve as the keynote speaker at this year’s CAF Conference, scheduled for Feb. 27 – March 1, 2025.

In addition to being an active member of the CAF Missouri Wing for over 20 years, Dr. Downing brings extensive knowledge from his esteemed military, academic, and professional career. His keynote address is expected to offer actionable strategies and valuable insights to inspire peak performance among our members and units. Dr. Downing’s presentation will focus on practical approaches to:

• Building High-Performance Volunteer Teams

• Understanding Members’ Motivation

• Identifying and Overcoming Barriers to Execution

These themes align with the CAF’s strategic priority to facilitate shared passion and purpose for all stakeholders. Dr. Downing’s ability to translate complex leadership concepts into actionable strategies makes this a can’t-miss session for anyone looking to strengthen their leadership skills and contribute more effectively to their squadron.

To further explore the ideas that Dr. Downing will discuss, we encourage you to watch these four insightful video clips that complement his keynote topics:

• Leading Change Effectively:

• Questions for a Questionable Culture:

• The Power of Effective Execution:

• The Five E’s:

CAF leadership is enthusiastic about the unique perspective Dr. Downing will bring to this year’s conference. His proven expertise in fostering effective leadership and creating strong organizational cultures aligns with the CAF’s continuous improvement and member engagement goals. For more information about Dr. Downing, visit his website at https://provenparadigm.com.

The CAF Conference is open to all active Colonels and Cadets seeking insights from one of the foremost leadership and team-building experts. Dr. Downing’s keynote session will leave you inspired and equipped to make a greater impact within the CAF and beyond. Click here to register for the CAF Conference.

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