The Spaatz Association's 2026 Midwinter Awards Gala

The Spaatz Association's 2026 Midwinter Awards Gala
Registration for 2026 is closed. If you have any questions, please contact events@spaatz.org
Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall in Arlington, VA

February 27, 2026 1800-2200 Eastern
Everyone Welcome to Attend!!!

This Gala and Awards dinner is not just for Spaatz Recipients
REGISTRATIONS CLOSE 15 FEB at 2359 CENTRAL

Gala Pricing (Steak an additional $10.00)
- Late Registration: $140
  - 1 Feb to 15 Feb (2359 CENTRAL)
1700: Shuttle service onto Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall will begin

1730: The Cocktail Reception will begin receiving guests

1830: The Banquet Hall doors open for reserved seating:

Guest Speaker, Special Appearances, National Command Team, those purchasing entire tables (8 or more), and others as notified by TSA event staff.

1845: The Banquet Hall doors open for open seating

1900: The Banquet Commences
- Guest Speaker
  
  General Steven S. Nordhaus
  
  Chief
  
  National Guard Burear
  
  Special Appearances
  
  Mr. Richard L. Anderson #193
  Assistant Secretary of the Air Force
  
  for Manpower and Reserve Affairs
  
  Mr. Elmer L. Roman #961
  Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Navy
  
  for Energy, Installations & Environment
  
  Featuring:
  
  Members of National Command Team
  
  Major General Regena Aye, National Commander and CEO #1142
  
  Brigadier General Jason Bailey, National Deputy Commander
  
  Chief Master Sgt. Luis E. Negrón, National Command Chief
  
  Meet the TSA Board
  
  President: Matt Chirik #2135
  
  Vice President: Joe Abegg #399
  
  Secretary: Jay Sliwinski #851
  
  Emcee
  
  C/Col Seth Thibodeaux
  
  Spaatz Award Presentations
- Uniform of the Day:
  
  Senior Members/Military: Mess Dress or next best blues uniform
  
  Civilian: Black Tie/Formal Evening Attire
  
  Cadets: Semi-Formal or next best blues uniform
  
  No ABUs, flight suits, polos or other utility uniforms
- Related Links:
  ID Card Order form
  Life Membership Order form
  Custom Creations (coins/tie tacs) Order form

Transportation and Base Access
There will be a shuttle service available since this event will take place on an active Army installation, you must complete a separate information form. You will receive this form after your paid registration.

You will receive your bus pass at the Marriott on the day of the Gala. If you need other arrangements, you must contact Events@Spaatz.Org NO LATER THAN February 10th.
Base Access*

I have my own military / government credentials.I am over 18 and acknowledge that I must submit my base access information on the form I will be provided after registration, or both my registration and associated fees will be forfeit.I will be under 18 on the date of the Gala (February 27, 2026). I acknowledge that I must submit my base access information on the form I will be provided after registration, or both my registration and associated fees will be forfeit.
I acknowledge that I must submit my base access information or my registration and associated fees will be forfeit.*
This form must also be completed by those with their own military credentials; however, you will be able to simply check that you have your own access.

Single or Multiple Registrations
Every registrant requires their own submission. So if you are bringing a guest, you each need to complete a separate form.
Are you paying for three or more people?*
If paying for one or two guests, each person must pay and register separately.
Service Branch
If Service Branch is "Other," please specify
Every registrant requires its own submission. So if you are bringing a guest, you each need to complete a separate form.

If you need to register a large group or multiple reservations need to be on the same financial transaction (minimum of 3 or more), please use this link or contact Events@Spaatz.Org directly for instructions. Each person will still need to complete a separate reservation/registration, but you will be given a "coupon code" to provide them to cover the cost at checkout.
- To pay for a group of three or more with one payment or to receive a group discount for groups of 8 or more, you must pay HERE. A "coupon code" will be sent to you within 72 hours that you provide all of your guests. Everyone then will need to return to this form and register using their "coupon code."
  
  Please reach out to Events@Spaatz.org with questions.

Attendee Information
- Salutation (Grade, Title, Mr/Mrs/Ms)*
- Name (of person attending)*
  
  First NameLast Name
- Preferred First Name
  EX: Chris instead of Christopher. Will be used in introductions, etc. (if applicable)
- Email*
  example@example.com
- Phone Number*
  Please enter a valid phone number.
- Home Region *
- GROUP ID: If you are part of a group that ordered 10 or more tickets together using the group order form, enter the group name provided to you by your group coordinator. This is different than the "COUPON CODE" which will be entered during meal selection. *
- Home Wing*

Distinguished Visitor Status
If you are a DV (Sitting Region Commander, 0-7 and above, Senior Leadership Advisor, or civilian equivalency, would you rather sit at a DV table or like the opportunity to sit with general membership?*
- Job Title / Duty Position (If retired and a DV, please list former position)*
- Do you have a "plus 1" or significant other that you would like to sit with? If so, please enter their name here.
  If you are at a DV table, we generally allow a single "Plus 1." If you have a group that you would like to sit with, we may not be able to seat you at a DV table.
- If you don't mind sharing, what attire will you be wearing?*

- - Region Commanders, Wing Commanders, and National Staff:
    
    We are happy to allow certain awards to be presented this year. If you have any of the following that you would like to give out at the ceremony, please indicate those here.
    
    Awards will be presented as time allows, starting with the Silver Medal of Valor. You will be notified before the event which awards you will be able to present.
    
    If you approve an award after your register, email Events@Spaatz.Org ASAP to get it on the agenda.
- Awards Presentations*
- Awards to Present*
  
  Silver Medal of ValorBronze Medal of ValorGill Robb WilsonDistinguished Service MedalExceptional Service AwardCertificate of Life Saving50 year longevity deviceOther
- Awards Comments

The Spaatz Association's 2026 Midwinter Awards Gala

Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall in Arlington, VA

Everyone Welcome to Attend!!!

Transportation and Base Access

Single or Multiple Registrations

Attendee Information

Spaatz Association or COP Membership Status

Distinguished Visitor Status

Meal Selection

Finale

Enter coupon