2009 NDTA Forum Press Room

Background Reading

NDTA Press Room Location: Cheekwood D  

Phone: 615-458-0861 (Direct Dial to Press Room)

Cell Phone: 703-470-0643 (Karen Schmitt)

2007 DTJ Forum Wrap Up -Sample Pages

2008 DTJ Forum Wrap Up -Sample Pages

Note Taking Template  (Word Doc.)

POCs - Keynotes / Panel Moderators / Panelists (updated Sept. 30)

Notetakers are encouraged to reach out if there are questions regarding Forum Presentations

   

PROFESSIONAL SESSIONS

Monday


From the Front

Young Leaders from the AOR

Hermitage A / B

2-3:30  /  3:45-5:15

See the battlefield through the eyes of young leaders. Hear what they say about their mission in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Maj Jeffrey Babinski, USAF Commander

11th Logistics Readiness Squadron

Bob Reilly and Jeff Campbell

BACKGROUND READING


Small Business Development 

Doing Business with the Government 

Hermitage C

2-3:30  /  3:45-5:15

As a small business how do you team with the “Big Guys” to increase your revenue flow? Participants will get answers to questions, and also learn about procurement and MORE.

BG Barbara Doornink, USA (Ret.)

Senior Vice President, Operations Mgr for Joint Integrated Logistics & Transportation Solutions SAIC  

Miguel Lake and Mike McVeigh

BACKGROUND READING

FORUM PRESENTATION MATERIAL


Beyond DTCI 

Tennessee A

2-3:30  /  3:45-5:15

DOD distribution continues to evolve to take advantage of innovation and to adapt to challenges. The DTCI represents a major step in transforming the DOD's CONUS distribution network. Other initiatives are being considered. This is an interactive working session to help shape the next steps.

Mr. Andy Jones Sr. Vice President

Business Development

CorTrans Logistics, LLC

Mike McVeigh and Chuck Bolduc

BACKGROUND READING


Post Iraq Retrograde, Redeployment  & Reset  

Tennessee B

2-3:30  /  3:45-5:15

Discussion will center on the launch of “Responsible Reset”, which envisions AMC leveraging the entire capability of the Materiel Enterprise to assist in maintaining asset accountability, visibility, triage, and timely disposition.

MG Kevin Leonard, USA Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations Army Materiel Command

Karen Schmitt and Kent Gourdin

BACKGROUND READING

FORUM PRESENTATION MATERIAL


The Changing Face of Defense Travel 

Cheekwood A / B / C  

2-3:30 only

Three years ago, the Defense Travel Management Office (DTMO) was launched as the single focal point for commercial travel within the DOD. Learn about changes that are still taking place to ensure best practice.

Ms. Pamela Mitchell, SES  Director

Defense Travel Management Office

Kent Gourdin  and Miguel Lake

FORUM PRESENTATION MATERIAL


Web 2.0 & Security Best Practice 

Cheekwood A / B / C

3:45 - 5:15 only

This session will provide an interactive experience for attendees using Web 2.0 platforms. Discussion topics will center on SCM disruption, how the DOD and other agencies are reacting to emerging technologies, and government-friendly alternatives to YouTube and other popular applications.

Mr. Ted Rybeck Chairman & CEO

Benchmarking Partners

Karen Schmitt

BACKGROUND READING

LIVE SITES REFERENCED IN SESSION


RFID 2.0

A new technology comes of age

Hermitage D

2-3:30  /  3:45-5:15

This session will uncover the dramatic impact that RFID 2.0 has had on transportation and logistics in the past 12 months.  Active, Passive and RTLS RFID technologies are coming together in a perfect storm of increased performance, decreased cost and stabilized standards.  Leading agencies, companies and military branches are just starting to scratch the surface on the benefits of this disruptive technology.

Mr. Patrick Sweeney Founder & CEO

ODIN  Technologies

Jeff Campbell

BACKGROUND READING

 

PROFESSIONAL SESSIONS

Tuesday


The New Silk Road

Afghanistan Logistics Support

Tennessee A

2-3:30  /  3:45-5:15

Experts will address current logistics operations in Afghanistan, including perspectives from stakeholders. Topics include: in-theatre Distribution Operations, process owner of the Northern Distribution Network, and MORE.  

Mr. Rick Boyle VP - US Flag Liner Business, Maersk Line, Limited

Karen Schmit and Mike McVeigh

BACKGROUND READING

FORUM PRESENTATION MATERIAL


AFRICOM’s Adaptive Logistics Network 

Hermitage AC

2-3:30  /  3:45-5:15

AFRICOM is breaking the mold on traditional logistics concepts by building a strong government, industry, host country team to meet DOD requirements. Learn about 21st Century logistics support across this vast continent.

Mr. Hans Garcia, Chief, ADDOC Sustainment Branch, Africa Command Deployment Distribution Operations Center AFRICOM HQ

Miguel Lake and Kent Gourdin

FORUM PRESENTATION MATERIAL


FAR Updates from Carrier or Service ProviderCommon Carrier Point of View  

Tennessee B

2-3:30  /  3:45-5:15

This panel concerns recent changes to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and the impact to service providers. Topics include: performance -based and mode -neutral initiatives, FAR -based contracts verses tenders, new legislation, Defense Base  Act requirements, and compliance with Cost Accounting Standards.

Ms. Gail Jorgenson

Deputy Director, Acquisition (TCAQ)  USTRANSCOM

Bob Reilly and Miguel Lake

BACKGROUND READING

FORUM PRESENTATION MATERIAL


Mentoring Session 

Hermitage D

2-3:30  only

Learn how to launch a Mentoring Program. Session expectations will be outlined, followed by one-on-one discussion time between Mentors (who provide insight) and Protégés (who share career interests).

Mr. Larry Larkin Director, Competitive Strategy, Northrop Grumman Information Systems

Chuck Bolduc

BACKGROUND READING

              mentoring programs (International Mentoring

              Association)


National Disaster Logistics Supply Chain Coordination

Cheekwood A / B / C

2-3:30  /  3:45-5:15

Learn about strategies of the Logistics Management Directorate, FEMA program office, responsible for policy, guidance, standards, execution and governance of logistics support, services and operations. The panel will walk-through the National Logistic Coordinator’s and partner roles in coordinating a cohesive disaster logistics response.

Mr. Eric Smith

Assistant Administrator

Logistics Mgmt Directorate, FEMA

Kent Gourdin  and Chuck Bolduc

BACKGROUND READING

NOTE Acronym Change: Incident Support Base (ISB) replaces National Logistics Staging Area (NLSA)

FORUM PRESENTATION MATERIAL


Technology for Global Transportation & Logistics

Hermitage A / B

2-3:30  /  3:45-5:15

Our world is more interconnected, machines are more intelligent, and technology is rapidly advancing. This panel will discuss the impact that evolving global logistics practices have on diverse platforms, differing country standards, cultural preferences and security.  It will also offer perspectives on how technological advances may or may not be used to overcome obstacles.

Dr. Leanne Viera, PhD Partner

IBM Global Business Services

Mike McVeigh  and Bob Reilly

BACKGROUND READING

(Supply Chain Leader)


Personal Property Program

A Commitment to Excellence & Innovation

Hermitage D

3:45-5:15 only

This panel aims to educate attendees from all areas of Transportation, not just Household Goods. Topics: current state of the Defense Personal Property Program (DP3), lessons learned from the DP3/DPS roll-out, improvement goals, and SDDC status on personal property staff build up since going to Scott AFB.

Mr. Michael Babiak

Manger, Government Services

McCollister's Transportation Group, Inc.

COL Michael ("Mike") Miller, USAF TRANSCOM

LtCol Daniel Bradley, USAF, SDDC

Karen Schmitt

BACKGROUND READING

FORUM PRESENTATION MATERIAL

KEYNOTE SPEAKER / SPECIAL PRESENTATION / OFF SITE TOURS Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday


MONDAY

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Opening / Chapter Awards

Tennessee Ballroom

9-9:45

Mr. Joe Bento President

CEVA Americas &

Global Freight Management Network

CEVA Logistics

Chuck Bolduc and Bob Reilly

FORUM PRESENTATION MATERIAL

KEYNOTE SPEAKER / PRESENTER

Military Units Awards Ceremony

Tennessee Ballroom

10:15-11:30

General Arthur Lichte, USAF

Commander  Air Mobility Command

Jeff Campbell and Mickey Frank

BACKGROUND READING

 

OFF SITE TOURS

Dell - East Coast Fulfillment Center

UPS - Materials Distribution Center

Mickey Frank  (UPS)

BACKGROUND READING


TUESDAY

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Tennessee Ballroom

8:30-9

Mr. Richard Stocking  

President & COO

Swift Transportation Company

Bob Reilly and Kent Gourdin

FORUM PRESENTATION MATERIAL

Keynote Slides (R. Stocking)

SPECIAL PRESENTATION

Round the World in 90 Minutes Q&A Dialogue

Tennessee Ballroom 

9-10:30

VADM Mark Harnitchek, USN

Deputy Commander, TRANSCOM

MG Timothy McHale, USA

J-3/4, Defense Logistics Agency

Mike McVeigh and Jeff Campbell

BACKGROUND READING

FORUM PRESENTATION MATERIAL

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Tennessee Ballroom

11-11:30

Ms. Patrice Knight   Vice President

Global Supply Operations, IBM

Mickey Frank and Karen Schmtit

FORUM PRESENTATION MATERIAL

 

OFF SITE TOURS

Dell - East Coast Fulfillment Center

UPS - Materials Distribution Center

Mickey Frank  (Dell)

Jeff Campbell (UPS)

BACKGROUND READING

 

WEDNESDAY

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Tennessee Ballroom

8:30-9:15

General Ann E. Dunwoody, USA Commander Army Materiel Command

Mickey Frank and Karen Schmtit

FORUM PRESENTATION MATERIAL

DRAFT - Address (A. Dunwoody) NOT FOR PUBLIC DISTRIBUTION

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Tennessee Ballroom

9:15-10

General Duncan McNabb, USAF Commander, TRANSCOM

Miguel Lake and Jeff Campbell

BACKGROUND READING

FORUM PRESENTATION MATERIAL

 

Colateral Background

Reading Material

THEATER LOGISTICIAN:
Ensuring a Continuum of Logistical

Support to the Warfighter

Interview w/ MG Kenneth Dowd, USA

Director for Logistics, US CENTCOM

(August 2009)

DOING WHAT'S RIGHT

Interview with VADM Alan Thompson

(August 2009)

DEFENSE STANDARD

Interview with VADM Alan Thompson

(July 2009)

TASK FORCE MOUNTAIN

Iraq Army trains to improve maintenance and logistics in southern Iraq

(May 2009)

 

Off Site Tours

Transportation Schedule

Meeting Place: Magnolia Entrance (Lobby)

DELL TOUR  -  MONDAY

Depart @ 2PM: A ~ M (Family Name)

Depart @ 3:30 PM O ~ Z (Family Name)

DELL TOUR  -  TUESDAY

Depart @ 2 PM  A ~ H (Family Name)

Depart @ 3:30 PM  I ~ Z (Family Name)

UPS TOUR  -  MONDAY & TUESDAY

Depart @ 2 PM 


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