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Directorates are the functional divisions within SOUTHCOM. Each directorate is charged to support or manage an aspect of the mission. Click on the links below to learn more about each directorate.
Director J1 Manpower & Personnel: Air Force Col. Jeff E. Elliott
Director J2 Intelligence: Army Maj. Gen. Dustin A. Shultz
Director J3 Operations: Coast Guard Rear Adm. Brendan C. McPherson
Director J4 Logistics: Marine Col. Douglas R. Burke
Director J5 Strategy, Policy, and Plans: Air Force Maj. Gen. Julian C. Cheater
Director J6 Communication Systems: Army Col. Anne-Marie R. Wiersgalla
Director J7/9 Exercises and Coalition: Kevin J. Bostick
Director J8 Resources & Analysis: Dr. Adam Winkleman
Congressional Affairs Chief: Katherine M. Barton
SOUTHCOM Inspector General: Army Col. Eric W. Nylander
Staff Judge Advocate: Marine Corps Col. Paul F. Meagher
Public Affairs Chief: Army Col. Manny Ortiz
Chaplain: Navy Capt. Santiago Rodriguez
Command Surgeon: Army Col. Gerald W. Surrett