Reach 15,000 Senior Officers and Enlisted Leaders of the U.S. Armed Forces with Armed Forces Top Enlisted Association

Members include senior non-commissioned officers—specifically E-9 rank leaders like Sergeant Majors, Master Gunnery Sergeants, Master Chief Petty Officers and Chief Master Sergeants—from active duty, National Guard, Reserve and retired components of the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard, typically employed in top enlisted leadership or advisory roles within the uniformed services. Armed Forces Top Enlisted Association (AFTEA) is a professional association founded in 2004 representing senior enlisted‑rank (E‑9) personnel from all branches of the U.S. Uniformed Services, including active duty, Reserve, Guard and retired members. It serves as an influential advocacy platform focused on legislative, quality‑of‑life, and defense budget issues on behalf of this tight‑knit, high‑influence military audience. For media buyers and advertisers, AFTEA offers access to a niche, decision‑making audience with strong cohesion and purchasing power, making it an ideal channel for targeted messaging, sponsorships, and partnerships aligned with military culture and support services.