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
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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
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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
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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
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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 ?
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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BACKGROUND READING
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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
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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
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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
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BACKGROUND READING
OFF SITE TOURS
Dell - East Coast Fulfillment Center
UPS - Materials Distribution Center
BACKGROUND READING
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