Virginia Department of Military Affairs supervisors participate in the inaugural DMA Leader Course June 15-17, 2021, at the Virginia National Guard Sergeant Bob Slaughter Headquarters at Defense Supply Center Richmond, Virginia. Ten managers from departments across the DMA listened to guest presenters and participated in group sessions on a variety of topics intended to help them become more effective leaders. The course, led by retired Brig. Gen. Walt Mercer, the DMA Chief Operations Officer, and retired Command Sgt. Maj. Tim White, the DMA instructor and trainer, concluded with a recognition ceremony and certificate presentations.