Obstacles to Opportunity - Col. (Ret.) Erin Staine-Pyne ’98

From THE LONG BLUE LEADERSHIP PODCAST by U.S. Air Force Academy Association & Foundation

May 12, 2026 · 40 min · Episode 53

About this episode

Col. (Ret.) Erin Staine-Pyne discusses the importance of accountability and strong leadership in uncertain moments.

Leadership isn’t about perfection — it’s about accountability, especially when things don’t go as planned. From lessons learned as a cadet to leading her teams through complex challenges, Col. (Ret.) Erin Staine-Pyne ’98 reflects on how transparency, empathy and trust define strong leadership in uncertain moments.

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