Kenneth P. Ekman

Kenneth P. Ekman is a United States Air Force major general who serves as the Department of Defense West Africa Coordination Element Lead. He previously served as the director of strategy, engagement, and programs of the United States Africa Command.^[1]

Kenneth P. Ekman
Allegiance	United States
Branch	United States Air Force
Years of service	1991–present
Rank	Major General
Commands	8th Fighter Wing 79th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron 79th Fighter Squadron
Battles / wars	War in Afghanistan Iraq War Operation Inherent Resolve
Awards	Defense Superior Service Medal (3) Legion of Merit (2) Distinguished Flying Cross Bronze Star Medal

Ekman served as deputy commander for operations of the Combined Joint Task Force – Operation Inherent Resolve. He also served as the vice commander of the First Air Force.^[2][3][4][5]