2009 NDTA Forum Reading Room

Professional Session Material, Biographies, Extra Reading

Please check back often - Power Points and Panel Members will be updated as information is received

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.

Moderator:

Maj Jeffrey Babinski, USAF Commander

11th Logistics Readiness Squadron

BACKGROUND READING

A commander's look back: Battery C, 1st BN., 21st FA (July 2009)

NOTE: Power Point Presentations were not prepared for this session:


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.

Moderator:

BG Barbara Doornink, USA (Ret.)

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

Panelists:

Ms. Liz Lasater

CEO, Red Arrow Logistics

Ms. Mary Ann Wagner

President & CEO    

XIO Strategies, Inc     

FORUM PRESENTATION MATERIAL

 

BACKGROUND READING

Doing Business with DOD

Doing Business with DLA as a Contractor  (April 2009)


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.

Moderator:

Mr. Andy Jones Sr. Vice President

Business Development

CorTrans Logistics, LLC

BACKGROUND READING

DTCI - the way we move freight  (DLA video)


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.

Moderator:

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

Panelists:

Mr. Carl Cartwright

Exec Dir-Field Support         

US Army Sustainment Command             

HQ ASC Field Support

 

COL Edward Dorman, USA  SDDC             

MG Daniel  Mongeon, USA (Ret.)

President & CEO, Agility Defense & Government Services        

FORUM PRESENTATION MATERIAL

BACKGROUND READING

OIF Ground Equipment Reset Plan  (June 2009)


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.

Moderator:

Ms. Pamela Mitchell, SES  Director

Defense Travel Management Office

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.

Moderator:

Mr. Ted Rybeck Chairman & CEO

Benchmarking Partners

LIVE SITES REFERENCED IN FORUM SESSION

 

BACKGROUND READING

Use of 2.0 Tools for DON IM/IT Policy Development (August 2009)

About Face (June 2009)

In the Clouds (April 2009)

Navy's Web 2.0 Policy (October 2008)


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.

Moderator:

Mr. Patrick Sweeney Founder & CEO

ODIN  Technologies

BACKGROUND READING

Builders of world's largest RFID network add RTLS(June 2009)

RTLS for Dummies

What's the difference: RTLS / RFID ?

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.  

Moderator:

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

Panelists:

BG     Peter S.  Lennon, USA

CDR 316th Expeditionary Sustainment CMD     

COL Stephen Farmen, USA

Commander, 598th Transp. Group

Mr.David  Dias           

Chief, Asset Visibility Division       

USTRANSCOM       

Mr. Lars Magnusson

Director, Military Trade  

APL Limited    

COL. Rodney Mallette, USA (Ret.)               

Global Account Manager   

Agility Defense & Government Services         

FORUM PRESENTATION MATERIAL

 

BACKGROUND READING


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.

Moderator:

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

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.

Moderator:

Ms. Gail Jorgenson

Deputy Director, Acquisition (TCAQ)  USTRANSCOM

Panelists:

Ms. Kirstin Knott

Managing Director

FedEx Services

FORUM PRESENTATION MATERIAL

 

BACKGROUND READING


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).

Moderator:

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

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.

Moderator:

Mr. Eric Smith

Assistant Administrator

Logistics Mgmt Directorate, FEMA

FORUM PRESENTATION MATERIAL

BACKGROUND READING

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


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.

Moderator:

Dr. Leanne Viera, PhD Partner

IBM Global Business Services

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.

Moderator:

Mr. Michael Babiak

Manger, Government Services

McCollister's Transportation Group, Inc.

Panelists:

COL Michael ("Mike") Miller, USAF TRANSCOM

LtCol Daniel Bradley, USAF, SDDC

FORUM PRESENTATION MATERIAL

 

BACKGROUND READING

KEYNOTE SPEAKER / OFF SITE 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

FORUM PRESENTATION MATERIAL

 
 

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KEYNOTE SPEAKER / PRESENTER

Military Units Awards Ceremony

Tennessee Ballroom

10:15-11:30

General Arthur Lichte, USAF

Commander  Air Mobility Command

BACKGROUND READING

NOTE: Power Point Presentations were not prepared for this session:


TUESDAY

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Tennessee Ballroom

8:30-9

Mr. Richard Stocking  

President & COO

Swift Transportation Company

FORUM PRESENTATION MATERIAL

(R. Stocking)

 

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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 (DLA)

FORUM PRESENTATION MATERIAL

 

BACKGROUND READING

 

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KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Tennessee Ballroom

11-11:30

Ms. Patrice Knight   Vice President

Global Supply Operations, IBM

FORUM PRESENTATION MATERIAL

 

WEDNESDAY

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Tennessee Ballroom

8:30-9:15

General Ann E. Dunwoody, USA Commander Army Materiel Command

 

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KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Tennessee Ballroom

9:15-10

General Duncan McNabb, USAF Commander, TRANSCOM

FORUM PRESENTATION MATERIAL

BACKGROUND READING

 

 

COLATERAL

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: VADM Alan Thompson

(August 2009)

TASK FORCE MOUNTAIN

Iraq Army trains to improve maintenance and logistics in southern Iraq

(May 2009)

 

OFF SITE TOURS

Dell - East Coast Fulfillment Center

UPS - Materials Distribution Center

BACKGROUND READING

 


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