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U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, hosts the 2026 Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps Symposium (SMMCS), Washington, D.C., July 24, 2026. As part of the symposium, all attendees attended the SMMC-hosted evening parade at Marine Barracks Washington. Held from July 21-24, 2026, the SMMCS gathered over 60 senior enlisted leaders and their spouses to discuss troop welfare, manpower, training and education, leadership, and policy. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jordan E. Gilbert)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, hosts the 2026 Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps Symposium (SMMCS), Washington, D.C., July 24, 2026. As part of the symposium, all attendees attended the SMMC-hosted evening parade at Marine Barracks Washington. Held from July 21-24, 2026, the SMMCS gathered over 60 senior enlisted leaders and their spouses to discuss troop welfare, manpower, training and education, leadership, and policy. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jordan E. Gilbert)

Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jordan Gilbert

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, visits staff and shippers at the Minneapolis Military Entrance Processing Station, staff with Recruiting Station Twin Cities, and recruiters and future Marines with Recruiting Sub-Station Bloomington, Minnesota, July 13, 2026. As part of his visit, Ruiz spoke with Marine recruiters, staff, and future Marines in order to gain a better understanding of current operations, while speaking to the importance of recruiting duty and finding purpose in the Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jordan E. Gilbert)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, visits staff and shippers at the Minneapolis Military Entrance Processing Station, staff with Recruiting Station Twin Cities, and recruiters and future Marines with Recruiting Sub-Station Bloomington, Minnesota, July 13, 2026. As part of his visit, Ruiz spoke with Marine recruiters, staff, and future Marines in order to gain a better understanding of current operations, while speaking to the importance of recruiting duty and finding purpose in the Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jordan E. Gilbert)

Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jordan Gilbert

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, participates in a TotalForce+ Senior Enlisted Leader panel, hosted by the Military Officers Association of America and moderated by Lt. Gen. Brian Kelly (Ret.), Alexandria, Virginia, July 8, 2026. Ruiz was joined by Chief Master Sergeant of the Space Force John Bentivegna, Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chief, National Guard Bureau, Sergeant Major John Raines III, and Master Chief Petty Officer of the Coast Guard Phillip Waldron. The senior leaders had an in-depth discussion on quality of life topics. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jordan E. Gilbert)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, participates in a TotalForce+ Senior Enlisted Leader panel, hosted by the Military Officers Association of America and moderated by Lt. Gen. Brian Kelly (Ret.), Alexandria, Virginia, July 8, 2026. Ruiz was joined by Chief Master Sergeant of the Space Force John Bentivegna, Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chief, National Guard Bureau, Sergeant Major John Raines III, and Master Chief Petty Officer of the Coast Guard Phillip Waldron. The senior leaders had an in-depth discussion on quality of life topics. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jordan E. Gilbert)

Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jordan Gilbert

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, visits students and staff of Marine Combat Training Battalion, School of Infantry-East, Camp Devil Dog, North Carolina, June 10, 2026. During his visit, Ruiz observed training, spoke with students and staff, and received quality of life updates. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jordan E. Gilbert)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, visits students and staff of Marine Combat Training Battalion, School of Infantry-East, Camp Devil Dog, North Carolina, June 10, 2026. During his visit, Ruiz observed training, spoke with students and staff, and received quality of life updates. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jordan E. Gilbert)

Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jordan Gilbert

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, visits Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, June 5, 2026. During his visit, Ruiz spoke to students and staff of Drill Instructor School and Basic Recruiting and Retention School. Ruiz visited to gain firsthand insight on the courses. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jordan E. Gilbert)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, visits Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, June 5, 2026. During his visit, Ruiz spoke to students and staff of Drill Instructor School and Basic Recruiting and Retention School. Ruiz visited to gain firsthand insight on the courses. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jordan E. Gilbert)

Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jordan Gilbert

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, speaks to drill instructors with Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, South Carolina, Nov. 10, 2025. During his two-day visit to the depot, Ruiz met with senior enlisted leaders and drill instructors to discuss training standards and observe daily operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Master Sgt. Kassie McDole)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, speaks to drill instructors with Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, South Carolina, Nov. 10, 2025. During his two-day visit to the depot, Ruiz met with senior enlisted leaders and drill instructors to discuss training standards and observe daily operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Master Sgt. Kassie McDole)

Photo by Master Sgt. Kassie McDole

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, right, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, and senior enlisted leaders from across the Armed Forces, discuss readiness and retention in their services during the Military Officers Association of America TotalForce+ Conference at National Harbor, Maryland, Oct. 29, 2025. The conference is an inaugural, people-focused event that brings together military members, veterans, their families, and industry leaders to address key issues facing the "total force." (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Master Sgt. Kassie McDole)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, right, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, and senior enlisted leaders from across the Armed Forces, discuss readiness and retention in their services during the Military Officers Association of America TotalForce+ Conference at National Harbor, Maryland, Oct. 29, 2025. The conference is an inaugural, people-focused event that brings together military members, veterans, their families, and industry leaders to address key issues facing the "total force." (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Master Sgt. Kassie McDole)

Photo by Master Sgt. Kassie McDole

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, alongside U.S. Marines and Sailors with Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force 250, volunteer with Habitat for Humanity as part of Navy-Marine Week Philadelphia 250, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Oct. 10, 2025. The event honors 250 years of Marine Corps legacy, tradition, and service by giving Philadelphia residents and visitors the opportunity to connect with Marines and Sailors, and experience community engagement events. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by GySgt Jordan E. Gilbert)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, alongside U.S. Marines and Sailors with Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force 250, volunteer with Habitat for Humanity as part of Navy-Marine Week Philadelphia 250, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Oct. 10, 2025. The event honors 250 years of Marine Corps legacy, tradition, and service by giving Philadelphia residents and visitors the opportunity to connect with Marines and Sailors, and experience community engagement events. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by GySgt Jordan E. Gilbert)

Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jordan Gilbert

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, visits Marine Officer Instructors, officer candidates, and midshipmen at the United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA), Kings Point, New York, Sept. 29, 2025. Ruiz participated in a variety of engagements including a physical training iteration, an office call with academy leadership, two speaking sessions with midshipmen, and a campus tour. Ruiz visited the campus in order to learn more about USMMA’s education and career opportunities and to speak with midshipmen on Marine Corps culture and officer-enlisted relationships. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by GySgt Jordan E. Gilbert)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, visits Marine Officer Instructors, officer candidates, and midshipmen at the United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA), Kings Point, New York, Sept. 29, 2025. Ruiz participated in a variety of engagements including a physical training iteration, an office call with academy leadership, two speaking sessions with midshipmen, and a campus tour. Ruiz visited the campus in order to learn more about USMMA’s education and career opportunities and to speak with midshipmen on Marine Corps culture and officer-enlisted relationships. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by GySgt Jordan E. Gilbert)

Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jordan Gilbert

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, visits Marines with 1st Marine Aircraft Wing (1st MAW) and the Staff Noncommissioned Officer (SNCO) Academy, Okinawa, Japan, Sept. 3-4, 2025. Ruiz participated in a variety of engagements including as the keynote speaker for 1st MAW’s Senior Leaders’ Conference, a Noncommissioned Officer (NCO) town hall, promotion ceremonies, luncheons with hand-selected SNCOs and NCOs, and observation time with various 1st MAW night crews. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by GySgt Jordan E. Gilbert)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, visits Marines with 1st Marine Aircraft Wing (1st MAW) and the Staff Noncommissioned Officer (SNCO) Academy, Okinawa, Japan, Sept. 3-4, 2025. Ruiz participated in a variety of engagements including as the keynote speaker for 1st MAW’s Senior Leaders’ Conference, a Noncommissioned Officer (NCO) town hall, promotion ceremonies, luncheons with hand-selected SNCOs and NCOs, and observation time with various 1st MAW night crews. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by GySgt Jordan E. Gilbert)

Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jordan Gilbert

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, visits Marines with 1st Marine Aircraft Wing (1st MAW) and the Staff Noncommissioned Officer (SNCO) Academy, Okinawa, Japan, Sept. 3-4, 2025. Ruiz participated in a variety of engagements including as the keynote speaker for 1st MAW’s Senior Leaders’ Conference, a Noncommissioned Officer (NCO) town hall, promotion ceremonies, luncheons with hand-selected SNCOs and NCOs, and observation time with various 1st MAW night crews. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by GySgt Jordan E. Gilbert)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, visits Marines with 1st Marine Aircraft Wing (1st MAW) and the Staff Noncommissioned Officer (SNCO) Academy, Okinawa, Japan, Sept. 3-4, 2025. Ruiz participated in a variety of engagements including as the keynote speaker for 1st MAW’s Senior Leaders’ Conference, a Noncommissioned Officer (NCO) town hall, promotion ceremonies, luncheons with hand-selected SNCOs and NCOs, and observation time with various 1st MAW night crews. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by GySgt Jordan E. Gilbert)

Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jordan Gilbert

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, visits Marines on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, July 24, 2025. During his visit, Ruiz attended the II Marine Expeditionary Force relief and appointment ceremony, where Sgt. Maj. David A. Wilson relinquished his duties to Sgt. Maj. Anthony J. Loftus. Ruiz also spoke Marines attending the Transition Readiness Seminar, in order to receive feedback on the program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by GySgt Jordan E. Gilbert)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, visits Marines on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, July 24, 2025. During his visit, Ruiz attended the II Marine Expeditionary Force relief and appointment ceremony, where Sgt. Maj. David A. Wilson relinquished his duties to Sgt. Maj. Anthony J. Loftus. Ruiz also spoke Marines attending the Transition Readiness Seminar, in order to receive feedback on the program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by GySgt Jordan E. Gilbert)

Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jordan Gilbert

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, visits Marines on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, July 24, 2025. During his visit, Ruiz attended the II Marine Expeditionary Force relief and appointment ceremony, where Sgt. Maj. David A. Wilson relinquished his duties to Sgt. Maj. Anthony J. Loftus. Ruiz also spoke Marines attending the Transition Readiness Seminar, in order to receive feedback on the program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by GySgt Jordan E. Gilbert)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, visits Marines on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, July 24, 2025. During his visit, Ruiz attended the II Marine Expeditionary Force relief and appointment ceremony, where Sgt. Maj. David A. Wilson relinquished his duties to Sgt. Maj. Anthony J. Loftus. Ruiz also spoke Marines attending the Transition Readiness Seminar, in order to receive feedback on the program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by GySgt Jordan E. Gilbert)

Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jordan Gilbert

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, hosts the 2025 Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps Symposium in Washington D.C., and Annapolis, Maryland, July 14-18, 2025. From across the force, over 60 senior enlisted leaders and their spouses gathered to discuss troop welfare, manpower, training and education, leadership, and policy. Throughout the week, the symposium received remarks from a range of senior leaders and speakers including Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, Senior Advisor to the Secretary of Defense for Strategy, Mr. Eric J. Geressy, the 39th Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Eric Smith, the 37th Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Christopher J. Mahoney, the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Military Community and Family Policy, Mr. Stephen Simmons, the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness (PTDO), Mr. Jay W. Hurst, the 14th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, retired Sgt. Maj. Alford L. McMichael, and Mindset Coach Todd Durkin. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by GySgt Jordan E. Gilbert)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, hosts the 2025 Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps Symposium in Washington D.C., and Annapolis, Maryland, July 14-18, 2025. From across the force, over 60 senior enlisted leaders and their spouses gathered to discuss troop welfare, manpower, training and education, leadership, and policy. Throughout the week, the symposium received remarks from a range of senior leaders and speakers including Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, Senior Advisor to the Secretary of Defense for Strategy, Mr. Eric J. Geressy, the 39th Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Eric Smith, the 37th Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Christopher J. Mahoney, the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Military Community and Family Policy, Mr. Stephen Simmons, the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness (PTDO), Mr. Jay W. Hurst, the 14th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, retired Sgt. Maj. Alford L. McMichael, and Mindset Coach Todd Durkin. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by GySgt Jordan E. Gilbert)

Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jordan Gilbert

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, left, engages with Marines following a town hall at Marine Corps Base Hawaii (MCBH), June 24, 2025. During his visit, Ruiz met with leadership from MCBH, visited the College of Enlisted Military Education - Staff Noncommissioned Officer Academy, conducted a barracks walkthrough, toured the MCBH Individual Issue Facility (IIF), and spoke at an all-hands town hall. Ruiz visited MCBH to gain a better understanding of current operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Tania Guerrero)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, left, engages with Marines following a town hall at Marine Corps Base Hawaii (MCBH), June 24, 2025. During his visit, Ruiz met with leadership from MCBH, visited the College of Enlisted Military Education - Staff Noncommissioned Officer Academy, conducted a barracks walkthrough, toured the MCBH Individual Issue Facility (IIF), and spoke at an all-hands town hall. Ruiz visited MCBH to gain a better understanding of current operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Tania Guerrero)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Tania Guerrero

U.S. Marines sing the Marines’ Hymn alongside Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, during a town hall at the base theater at Marine Corps Base Hawaii (MCBH), June 24, 2025. During his visit, Ruiz met with leadership from MCBH, visited the College of Enlisted Military Education - Staff Noncommissioned Officer Academy, conducted a barracks walkthrough, toured the MCBH Individual Issue Facility (IIF), and spoke at an all-hands town hall. Ruiz visited MCBH to gain a better understanding of current operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Tania Guerrero)

U.S. Marines sing the Marines’ Hymn alongside Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, during a town hall at the base theater at Marine Corps Base Hawaii (MCBH), June 24, 2025. During his visit, Ruiz met with leadership from MCBH, visited the College of Enlisted Military Education - Staff Noncommissioned Officer Academy, conducted a barracks walkthrough, toured the MCBH Individual Issue Facility (IIF), and spoke at an all-hands town hall. Ruiz visited MCBH to gain a better understanding of current operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Tania Guerrero)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Tania Guerrero

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, delivers a motivating address to Marines of Marine Barracks Washington prior to the start of a Sunset Parade held June 17, 2025, at the United States Marine Corps War Memorial in Arlington, Virginia. The event honored noncommissioned officers throughout the Marine Corps and celebrated the dedication of enlisted leadership. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brynn L. Bouchard)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, delivers a motivating address to Marines of Marine Barracks Washington prior to the start of a Sunset Parade held June 17, 2025, at the United States Marine Corps War Memorial in Arlington, Virginia. The event honored noncommissioned officers throughout the Marine Corps and celebrated the dedication of enlisted leadership. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brynn L. Bouchard)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Brynn Bouchard

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, visits Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point, North Carolina, June 6, 2025. During his visit, Ruiz met with leadership from MCAS Cherry Point and 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW), visited Marine Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Training Squadron 2, spoke at an all-hands town hall, and attended chow with select Marines. Ruiz visited MCAS Cherry Point to gain a better understanding of current MAW operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by GySgt Jordan E. Gilbert)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the 20th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, visits Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point, North Carolina, June 6, 2025. During his visit, Ruiz met with leadership from MCAS Cherry Point and 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW), visited Marine Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Training Squadron 2, spoke at an all-hands town hall, and attended chow with select Marines. Ruiz visited MCAS Cherry Point to gain a better understanding of current MAW operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by GySgt Jordan E. Gilbert)

Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jordan Gilbert

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the sergeant major of the Marine Corps, meets and speaks with Marine Corps officers attending National Defense University at the National War College, Washington, D.C., March 12, 2025. Ruiz spoke with the Marines and faculty on the topic of preparing today for the unknown conflict of tomorrow. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by GySgt Jordan E. Gilbert)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the sergeant major of the Marine Corps, meets and speaks with Marine Corps officers attending National Defense University at the National War College, Washington, D.C., March 12, 2025. Ruiz spoke with the Marines and faculty on the topic of preparing today for the unknown conflict of tomorrow. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by GySgt Jordan E. Gilbert)

Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jordan Gilbert

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the sergeant major of the Marine Corps, conducts a bilateral meeting with Australian Army Warrant Officer Kim Felmingham, Regimental Sergeant Major, 2nd Division, Washington, D.C., March 7, 2025. The meeting was conducted in order to discuss the upcoming training between partnered nations, and the modernization of forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by GySgt Jordan E. Gilbert)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz, the sergeant major of the Marine Corps, conducts a bilateral meeting with Australian Army Warrant Officer Kim Felmingham, Regimental Sergeant Major, 2nd Division, Washington, D.C., March 7, 2025. The meeting was conducted in order to discuss the upcoming training between partnered nations, and the modernization of forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by GySgt Jordan E. Gilbert)

Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jordan Gilbert

Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps