People who have worked with CSM Schroeder know he is a Soldier’s Soldier. His 34 years in the Army culminated as Command Sergeant Major of US Army Forces Command, a 4-star level command of over 750,000 Soldiers.  Through leadership positions at multiple echelons, CSM Schroeder grew into the iconic NCO leader that the Army is designed to grow. He is passionate about reclaiming the role of the NCO and advises that NCOs should leverage the authority and responsibility inherent in their rank.