THE LOGISTICS PULSE, July 2015

President & CFO Election Results

We are proud to announce that Colonel Dennis Dabney was elected President and Mr. Brad Leonard was elected as Chief Financial Officer. Both Gentlemen bring a wealth of logistics experience and many years of service to LOA. Dennis has been serving as our Chief Learning Officer and Brad has been serving as our CFO.

CALL FOR LOA AWARD NOMINATIONS DUE 31 AUG 2015

Is Your LOA Chapter L.I.V.E? We know there are many deserving LOA members who’ve devoted countless volunteer hours to education, mentorship and enhancing our professional development missions this last year. Has your chapter made innovations with education or outreach? Why not be recognized and share your successes.

Just like the 2015 Symposium theme, we will recognize those among us who have displayed Leadership, Innovation, Velocity and Excellence (LIVE). We invite you to recognize and share their story.

Please submit your Logistics Officer Association Award nominees IAW the LOA Guidance-5 directly to VP@loanational.org no later than 31 August 2015. It is best to send packages as PDF and minimize file sizes. Photos should be sent separately. The nomination committee will determine the winners by 15 September and the LOA National Board will announce during the 2015 LOA Symposium in Washington, DC, October 19-22, 2015.  Read entire article

CALL FOR LOA SCHOLARSHIP NOMINATIONS DUE 2 OCT 2015

It is our great pleasure to announce the 2015 National LOA Scholarship Program, which aims to build tomorrow’s logistics professionals. We know there are 100s of outstanding leaders within our ranks that deserve a helping hand and a “thank-you”. This includes our civilians, Airmen, NCOs, and junior officers. Just like the 2015 Symposium theme, we need “Leadership. Innovation. Velocity. and Excellence.”

An epic fail, if all you do is forward my note…go find a young quiet hard-charger and submit them. Supporting rising stars in their education is an important part of our LOA organization’s mission. Be part of that effort to create the next generation and select your Chapter scholarship nominees. More than a few years ago, a young maintenance officer did just that and helped change my life forever. I challenge you to help me pay it forward.

Please vet and submit your submissions IAW the attached LOA Guidance-3 directly to vp@loanational.org no later than 2 October 2015.  Read entire article

SAVE THE DATE FOR “LOA2015″ | 19 – 22 OCTOBER | AF Approved!

LOA2015’s theme is Leadership, Innovation, Velocity, and Excellence (LIVE). The LOA Symposium team is led by Col Eric Ellymer and Col Rick Dugan, Retired. Based upon your feedback last year there will be more to experience and LOA is committed to keeping our Rock Bottom pricing for active duty and government civilians! On top of that LOA members will receive an additional discount off their registration fees!   www.logisticsymposium.org

Symposium Sponsors, Exhibitors, and Advertisers
Vendor space is filling up fast, sponsors be sure to contact Laurie Powell at LPowell@eventPower.com or (703) 740-1940 to lock in your participation and support for this pivotal symposium.

LOA 5K/10K Race is Live and Challenge Coins are ready!

Races for Awareness is pleased to host the 2015 LOA Symposium Virtual 5K / 10K Run again this year. This virtual run is brought to you on behalf of the Logistics Officer Association to raise funds for the LOA scholarship and professional development fund. This is the only way to get your LOA 2015 Symposium Coin. Buy one now at www.atloa.membeesites.net and click on the LOA 5K/10K link.

Chapter Leaders Call to Action

Please contact our Chapter Ambassadors, Capt Carrie Kerner and Mr. Lance Winner, at ambassador@loanational.org to update your chapter leader information. This is important for your chapter to be eligible for upcoming Chapter Rewards. Don’t miss out!

FACULTY CHAIR FOR BUSINESS LOGISTICS NEEDED

Albany Technical College (ATC) is searching for a Faculty Chair for Business Logistics. For more information on this job opportunity please visit our LinkedIn post.

LOA News Highlights since May 2015

 

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Jondavid DuVall, Lt Col (Ret), USAF
Chief Operating Officer
Logistics Officer Association
PO Box 2264, Arlington VA 22202
web: www.atloa.membeesites.net | www.logisticsymposium.org
email: jd@loanational.org
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondavidduvall