ARLINGTON, Va. (Sept. 23, 2021) Fleet Master Chief James “Smitty” Tocorzic speaks with attendees at the 2021 Leadership Mess Symposium. The Leadership Mess is composed of command master chiefs (CMC) serving numbered fleets, operational forces, and various flag officer details. The Leadership Mess discussed warfighting readiness, enlisted leader development, and Culture of Excellence initiatives. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Sarah Villegas)