U.S. Army Command Sergeant Major Garric M. Banfield has been named as the next Command Senior Enlisted Leader for U.S. Africa Command, according to an announcement from David L. Isom, Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
Banfield will succeed U.S. Marine Corps Sergeant Major Michael Woods in the role. Banfield is currently serving as the Command Senior Enlisted Leader for the Joint Special Operations University and has previously held the same position at Special Operations Command Africa.
The announcement noted Banfield’s extensive experience in joint and special operations assignments.
“On behalf of the Joint Force, we are grateful for SgtMaj Woods' leadership by example, his lengthy career dedicated to serving our Nation and our military, and the unwavering commitment and sacrifice by him and his family. Semper Fidelis,” Isom said.
