Chief of Army Reserve

GET TO KNOW YOUR COMMANDER

Question #1

What is your advice for junior leaders?

Question #2

Who do you look up to for inspiration?

Question #3

How do you keep your team motivated through conflict?

Question #4

What challenges do you face in leading such a large organization?

Question #5

What are your goals as Commanding General and Chief of the Army Reserve?

Question #6

How has your past experience shaped you?

Question #7

If you had five minutes to speak to junior Soldiers, what advice would she give them?

FEATURED VIDEOS

Lt. Gen. Jody Daniels speaks out against extremism

Lt. Gen. Jody Daniels, chief of Army Reserve and commanding general, U.S. Army Reserve Command, speaks out against extremism. Extremism is not welcome in our ranks and we must get back to the culture of dignity and respect so that we can be ready now, shaping tomorrow.

Lt. Gen. Jody Daniels talks about SHARP

Lt. Gen. Jody Daniels, chief of Army Reserve and commanding general, U.S. Army Reserve Command, speaks out against sexual assault and sexual harassment in our ranks. All of us must work together to create an environment of trust and respect.

Don't get COVID fatigue!

Lt. Gen. Jody Daniels, chief of Army Reserve and commanding general, U.S. Army Reserve Command, wants you to not let your guard down as the holiday season approaches. COVID-19 is still a threat, and Soldiers and civilians should continue to take appropriate measures to keep others and themselves safe. Wear face masks, wash your hands and maintain social distance.

https://www.usar.army.mil/COVID19/

Lt. Gen. Jody Daniels Introduces Spouse

Lt. Gen. Jody Daniels, Chief of Army Reserve and Commanding General, Army Reserve Command, introduces her husband, Mr. John McCarthy, to the Army Reserve. Mr. McCarthy is working with Family Programs and looks forward to hearing from Soldiers, Civilian employees and Families during the upcoming months.

AUSA Panel: Chief of Army Reserve

Lt. Gen. Jody Daniels hosts a panel talking about the future of the Army Reserve. Daniels and other panel members also answer questions from the field.

U.S. Army Reserve Suicide Prevention Proclamation

Lt. Gen. Jody J. Daniels, chief of the Army Reserve and commanding general, U.S. Army Reserve Command, and Command Sgt. Maj. Andrew J. Lombardo, command sergeant major of the U.S. Army Reserve, sign a proclamation to bring added attention to the complexity of suicide and emphasize the many resources and support available. For help, go to https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ or call 1-800-273-8255.

https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/

Promotion and Assumption of Command

Lt. Gen. Jody J. Daniels assumed the role of Chief of Army Reserve and Commanding General, U.S. Army Reserve Command, on July 28, 2020, during a promotion and assumption of command ceremony on Fort Bragg, North Carolina. Featured guests included Gen. James C. McConville, U.S. Army Chief of Staff; Lt. Gen Leopoldo Quintas, deputy commander of U.S. Army Forces Command (FORSCOM); Sgt. Maj. of the Army Michael Grinston; Maj. Gen A.C. Roper, deputy commanding general of the U.S. Army Reserve; Command Sgt. Maj. Andrew Lombardo, command sergeant major, U.S. Army Reserve Command, and Maj. Gen (Ret.) Leslie Purser.

SLIDE SHOW

Marksmanship programs have been Equal Opportunity compliant for over a century. The Army Reserve Postal Match recognizes two Army Reserve marksmanship luminaries. Margaret Thompson Murdock, an Army Reserve nurse, tied for the Gold medal at the 1976 Summer Olympics. Horace Wayman Bivins, a Buffalo Soldier who earned a Silver Star during the Battle of Santiago de Cuba, was America's first Double Distinguished marksman.

Lt. Gen. Jody Daniels conducting physical fitness

IN THE NEWS

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BIOGRAPHY

Lt. Gen. Jody J. Daniels
Chief of Army Reserve and Commanding General, U.S. Army Reserve Command

Lt. Gen. Jody J. Daniels assumed the role of Chief of Army Reserve and Commanding General, U.S. Army Reserve Command, on July 28, 2020. Daniels most recently served as the Commanding General of the 88th Readiness Division headquartered at Fort Snelling, Minn., and Fort McCoy, Wis. She has more than 36 years of active and reserve military service.

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ARMY RESERVE PRIORITIES

PEOPLE

Foster a mindset of teamwork, continuous learning, and growth so our Soldiers desire to continue to serve and lead. Treat one another with dignity and respect.

READINESS

Master the fundamentals. Focus on junior leader development and attract new talent.

MODERNIZATION

Position the Army Reserve for Multi-Domain Operations. Mobilize quickly and employ the necessary capabilities to win the future fight.

STRENGTHEN ALLIANCES AND PARTNERSHIPS

Invest in partnerships that enable Soldiers to maintain healthy dual civilian-military career progression, meaningful Army Reserve service, and strong, supportive Families and communities.

REFORM

Empower subordinate leaders with authorities to successfully lead and train the Soldiers. Remove unnecessary requirements that stifle progress.

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