Commanding presence

How do you make a significant impact on the community and regional economy?
I am currently the commander of an organization that employs or supports the employment of 16,000. Many of these people serve in high-end engineering and science jobs working on cutting edge technology for the Department of Defense.
How to reach: Edwards Air Force Base, http://www.edwards.af.mil/
The Smart Leaders Class of 2010
In November 2010, Smart Business and Chase Bank recognized 10 business leaders for their commitment to business excellence and the impact their organizations make on the regional community. Treated to a keynote address by MemorialCare Health System CEO Dr. Barry Arbuckle, these 10 leaders composed the honor roll:
Scott Bowling
Nien-Ling Wacker
General Robert Nolan
Renee Fraser White
Lawrence Jackson
James Chu
Adam Coffey
Bryan Green
Greg Jenkins
Neal Schore