AETC First Faces: Lt.Col. Heidi Dexter Published Jan. 18, 2017 42nd Air Base Wing Public Affairs MAXWELL AIR FORCE BASE, AL -- Lt. Col. Heidi Dexter, from Maxwell Air Force Base, AL, discusses how she persevered through a family medical emergency and came out stronger. "First Faces" began several years ago with chaplains from throughout AETC nominating Airmen from individual wings. Today, the program has expanded and includes a partnership between the chaplain's and public affairs' offices in order to reach a wider audience. Each Airman's story is a powerful way to infuse hope and build resilience. Airpower Starts Here!