North American Aerospace Defense Command and U.S. Northern Command commander Gen. Glen D. VanHerck delivered opening remarks at the second annual Special Operations Forces Symposium at Fort Carson, Colo., Oct. 23, 2023. VanHerck’s comments focused on the importance of integrated deterrence through global collaboration across geographic regions and the unique role SOF serve in defense of the USNORTHCOM area of responsibility. The conference provided the opportunity to refine existing and identify new concepts necessary for SOF to support the defense of North America and allies and partners.