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NDTA has a number of awards that recognize individual and corporate members, as well as chapters and military units that have excelled in fostering the goals and aims of the Association. These awards include the NDTA Distinguished Service Awards, NDTA Corporate Distinguished Service Awards, and Military Unit of the Year Awards, among others. We congratulate this year’s award winners and thank them for their contributions to the association, as well as to the greater logistics and transportation community.

COL Joseph A. Torsani, Jr., USA (Ret.) 1934-2014

Over the course of decades, COL Joseph A. Torsani, Jr., USA (Ret.), dedicated his time, leadership and logistics expertise to the National Defense Transportation Association. Torsani served tirelessly in key positions at the state and national levels, including the NDTA Foundation and the Council of Regional Presidents. He represented the face of the association to many members, and he helped guide the association as the nation confronted new global challenges. Torsani truly embodied NDTA’s values and commitment to education, knowledge sharing and fostering the next generation of professionals. In his memory, and in the spirit of his many contributions to the association, NDTA proudly presents the Torsani Award on a special basis to recognize many years of service to and advocacy for the association. This is the highest honor the association can bestow, and Torsani Award recipients are personally selected for extraordinary achievement by NDTA’s President and confirmed by the Board of Directors. Awardees have selflessly contributed to national security endeavors in transportation, logistics and passenger travel services, especially through NDTA’s collaborative efforts with the US military, government and private industry.

Alan F. Estevez Principal Deputy Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics

The Honorable Alan F. Estevez, Principal Deputy Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics, is the first recipient of the NDTA Joseph A. Torsani Memorial Award for Lifetime Service & Achievement. In his capacity as a senior United States public servant, Mr. Estevez served with distinction the American people, the Department of Defense, and the transportation and logistics industries of the United States. He served in government leadership positions of increasing responsibility since 1981, first with the Department of the Army and later in his career within the Office of the Secretary of Defense. He has been awarded the DOD Distinguished Public Service Medal, the DOD Distinguished Civilian Service Medal, the 2011 Presidential Rank Distinguished Executive Award, the 2006 Presidential Rank Meritorious Executive Award, two Office of the Secretary of Defense Medals for Meritorious Civilian Service (2005 and 2009), and the 2005 Service to America Medal. He has been an active member of the National Defense Transportation Association since 1986, having served in leadership positions at the national and local levels. In these capacities he has served tirelessly to further promote the ideals of the association. He is a national treasure and has made an indelible mark on the US warfighter.

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PROGRAM A Savannah Fragoso Western Michigan University PROGRAM B Madeline Coddington The Ohio State University

Nathan Griffin California State University Maritime Academy

Matthew Keene Indiana University-Bloomington

Sydney Klein University of Maryland, College Park

Melanie Morello Western Michigan University

Corey Roberts The Ohio State University

Ethan Mills Great Lakes Maritime Academy

Olivia Rupkalvis The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Nicholas Stone Stockton University

Eileen Stribling Appalachian State University NDTA ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS NDTA offers three scholarship/tuition assistance programs to NDTA members and their financial dependents.

ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM A: To encourage good college students to study the fields of logistics, transportation, supply chain, physical distribution, and passenger travel services.

ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM B: To assist high school graduates achieve their academic goals in the fields of business/ management, logistics, transportation, supply chain, physical distribution, and passenger travel services.

ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM C: To encourage good distance learning college students to study the fields of logistics, transportation, supply chain, physical distribution, and passenger travel services.

NDTA scholarship/tuition assistance funds can only be disbursed to an academic institution on behalf of the successful applicant. If the institution is not known at the time an application is submitted, the successful applicant must submit documentation showing that he/ she has in fact been accepted by an institution as a full-time student before disbursements can be made.

NDTA CORPORATE DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARDS

This award is presented annually to corporate members who have provided outstanding service in support of NDTA’s goals and programs at the local and national levels.

AAR CORP. Agility Defense & Government Services American President Lines, Ltd. American Roll-on Roll-off Carrier Atlas Air Worldwide Bennett Motor Express, LLC BNSF Railway Boyle Transportation Crane Worldwide Logistics, LLC Crowley Logistics, Inc. DHL Express FedEx Final Mile Logistics Global Logistics Providers LLC Hapag-Lloyd USA, LLC International Auto Logistics Interstate Van Lines Landstar System, Inc. Leidos Liberty Global Logistics-Liberty Maritime Maersk Line, Limited National Air Cargo Omni Air International Panalpina World Transport Ltd. Schuyler Line Navigation Company LLC The Pasha Group TOTE, Inc. U.S. Bank Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc. UPS

INSTRUCTOR OF THE YEAR AWARD

In conjunction with the senior logistics chiefs from each of the services, the NDTA Instructor of the Year Awards honor instructors from the service transportation schools. Criteria for award selection are established by the military services and include such measures as the individual’s technical knowledge, teaching skills, self-development, and general leadership abilities.

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Frank McDermott Washington DC Chapter

Lt Col Lee Nelson, USAF (Ret.) Tampa Bay Chapter

Joeri Tielemans Benelux International Chapter

NDTA INTERNATIONAL CHAPTER OF THE YEAR AWARD

The International Chapter of the Year Award was initiated in 1977 to recognize chapters that have excelled in fostering the goals and objectives of NDTA; promoting an understanding of the importance of transportation to the security of the nation; participating in community service programs; developing quality educational programs for the chapter membership; and providing for chapter growth through effective membership recruiting and retention programs.

CATEGORY I Tampa Bay Chapter

The Tampa Bay Chapter has continued its tradition of excellence this year through its dynamic programming and community involvement. The chapter’s local military installation, MacDill AFB, is home to two unified combatant commands: HQ US Central Command and HQ US Special Operations Command. These organizations are at the tip of the spear when it comes to fighting the global war on terror. The Tampa Bay region is a major logistics hub that includes the Port Tampa Bay, Tampa International Airport, and an interstate system that reaches military and civilian ports of embarkation from Florida to Canada. The chapter’s membership base ranges from retired general officers to the innovative and creative leaders in the civilian transportation fields, all of whom come together for one common goal: to support our nation’s transportation infrastructure, defense policies, and global applications enabling our military missions abroad and at home. The chapter’s members, including Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard and Department of Defense civilians, are true examples of the joint-service mindset and provide a broad and unique perspective on service-specific actions. The distinctive accomplishments of the Tampa Bay Chapter reflect credit upon themselves, MacDill AFB, the entire Tampa Bay community, and the ideals set forth by the National Defense Transportation Association.

CATEGORY III Washington DC Chapter

The Washington DC Chapter is recognized as the winner of the 2016 International Chapter of the Year Award, Category III, for exceptionally meritorious representation of the National Defense Transportation Association. The Washington DC Chapter exhibited excellence in its chapter programs, membership development, community involvement, communication development, and emergency preparedness. Over the year, the chapter hosted seven luncheons with a phenomenal lineup of speakers, eight networking happy hours, and a special river cruise in celebration of National Transportation Week, as well as other events. The chapter continued its support of the next generation of transporters and logisticians with its successful mentoring and scholarship programs. The Washington DC Chapter held itself in the finest traditions of NDTA, representative of its values, and upholding the underlying purpose of NDTA and is well deserving of the title of International Chapter of the Year.

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Since 1966, NDTA has honored units of the military Services that have performed outstanding service in transportation or a related field. These units are selected for this recognition by each of the Services.

Army

US ARMY ACTIVE COMPONENT 2nd Transportation Company 1916th Support Battalion Fort Irwin, California

The 2nd Transportation Company (2d TC) Heavy Equipment Transporter (HET) provides tactical relocation of heavy maneuver forces in support of the National Training Center (NTC). On order, provides transportation assets for the movement and distribution of containerized cargo, general non-containerized cargo, and ammunition.

2d TC organized, hosted and conducted the NTC’s Third Annual Truck ROADEO. Twenty-two participants across NTC competed to be the “Best Truck Crew in the High Desert,” with 2d TC receiving top honors.

2d TC was crucial in the execution of the NTC Joint Forces Exercise (JFE) during rotation 15-08.5. The training exercise was conducted on two separate installations: the Naval Air Weapons Station (NAWS) China Lake, CA, and Fort Irwin, CA. The JFE incorporated elements from the USAF who inserted US Army Special Forces and a Ranger Battalion while the USMC supported operations out of Marine Corps Logistics Base, Yermo Annex, CA.

The company has continued to provide the best transportation support to all Army, sister-service, and joint organizations upon their arrival to the National Training Center. During the 2015 calendar year, the company supported nine decisive action rotations through 145 mission support requests. In total, 2d TC transported 1,169 pieces of tracked, wheeled, and support equipment while traversing more than 57,049 aggregate miles across some of Earth’s harshest and most demanding desert terrain.

2d Transportation Company also has its own field feeding team, maintenance platoon, and soldier support staff (MOS 42A and 92Y). In November 2015, the company’s food service personnel were recognized by the NTC Chain of Command for their outstanding preparation and execution of the Thanksgiving meal, which served over 600 personnel.

Furthermore, the 49 Soldiers of 2d TC’s maintenance platoon have accomplished the seemingly impossible task of maintaining the assigned fleet of 96 M1070s and 96 M1000s at an average operational readiness rate of 95 percent. The unit’s two assigned 42As continue to maintain company records and serve the soldiers of 2d TC with the upmost distinction.

US ARMY NATIONAL GUARD COMPONENT 1244th Transportation Company 108th Special Troops Battalion N. Riverside, Illinois

The 1244th Transportation Company (1244th TC) has nothing less than an impressive record of success. In the last 12 months, the unit has conducted 47 transportation logistics missions, amassing nearly 150,000 miles. The unit and its soldiers remained competitive and set the standard for convoy logistics operations within the Illinois Army National Guard, the 108th Sustainment Brigade and the 1144th Transportation Motor Transport Battalion.

Within those 12 months, the 1244th TC executed training missions during IDT weekends and also conducted Year Round Annual Training (YRAT), a novel training experience for many Soldiers and leaders alike. Conducting the Annual Training (AT) in the YRAT format allowed the unit to maximize participation and efficiency by conducting several missions throughout the United States and Canada during Joint Operation Maple Resolve. The 1244th TC hauled equipment, vehicles, materiel, personal gear, and containers. The 1244th TC ensured customers received their cargo in a timely manner at their respective locations throughout the country and overseas. The unit’s professionalism, dedication to safety, and thorough planning resulted in zero accidents and no injuries.

The 1244th TC is a battle ready, proficient, motivated, and well-rounded unit. The men and women of the 1244th TC are Soldiers first, and skilled as an elite corps of transporters and logisticians. As the unit motto is “where only the best may belong”, the Soldiers of this fine unit consistently exceed the standard, as well as continually surpass customers’ expectations.

Marine Corps

USMC ACTIVE COMPONENT Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Japan Marine Corps Installations Pacific

During 2015, Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron (HQHQRON), Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Futenma, Marine Corps Installations Pacific (MCIPAC), provided full administrative and training support to MCAS Futenma while flying four Operational Support Airlift (OSA) aircraft in support of III Marine Expeditionary Force (MEF) and MCIPAC. The Marines of HQHQRON Futenma excelled in direct support of exercises Keen Edge, Cobra Gold, Balikitan, UlchiFreedom Guardian, PHIBLEX and Blue Chromite while also supporting real world humanitarian, disaster relief, and theater security cooperation missions across the Pacific to include the earthquake relief efforts in Nepal.

HQHORON Futenma Marines housed and supported six 1st MAW squadrons; flew nearly 3,000 mishap-free flight hours, 1,500 passengers, and 90,000 pounds of cargo while surpassing 100,000 mishapfree flight hours and innovatively expanding its mission set to include radio relays and 24 parts delivery; processed more than 2,000 flights, 700 passengers, 900,000 pounds of cargo, and 450,000 pounds of baggage; controlled more than 20,000 air operations; issued more than 3,000,000 gallons of fuel; and were recognized as the MCIPAC 2015 Mess Hall of the Year.

Living up to its motto, “We Exist to Serve,” and in recognition of its commitment and innovative approach to meeting the logistical and transportation challenges of units serving within the Pacific theater, the Marines of HQHQROM Futenma are worthy and deserving of the 2016 NDTA Unit of the Year Award.

Navy

US NAVY ACTIVE COMPONENT Site Atsugi Transportation Division NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Yokosuka Yokosuka, Japan

The Site Atsugi Transportation Division plays a vital role as a western Pacific logistics integrator to provide a full array of high-quality transportation services. Major customers include Carrier Air Wing FIVE (CVW-5) and its nine squadrons, Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron FIVE ONE (HSM-51), Commander Fleet Air Forward (CFAF), Atsugi Aviation Support Division (ASD), Fleet Readiness Center Western Pacific (FRC WESTPAC), 29 tenant commands of Naval Air Facility (NAF) Atsugi, and both permanent and transiting Forward Deployed Naval Forces operating in the US 5th Fleet and US 7th Fleet areas of responsibility.

The transportation division provides technical support and area expertise to manage and process all categories of material ranging from high priority, classified and special handling required to routine requirements. The division actively engages with customers in direct support of the force deployment cycle, major exercises and tactical operations enabling them to achieve and maintain the highest levels of readiness while operating in the fast- paced, forward deployed environment. Site Atsugi Transportation Division accomplishments are deserving of the 2015 National Defense Transportation Association (NDTA) Military Unit Award.

US NAVY RESERVE COMPONENT Navy Cargo Handling Battalion Thirteen Naval Expeditionary Logistics Support Group Gulfport, Mississippi

Navy Cargo Handling Battalion THIRTEEN (NCHB THIRTEEN) is an Echelon VI command under the 4th Navy Expeditionary Logistics Regiment, a component of the Navy Expeditionary Logistics Support Group (NAVELSG). NCHB THIRTEEN is a commissioned reserve command charged with rapidly deploying expeditionary air, surface, terminal, and fuels for combat support, humanitarian assistance, and other contingencies.

From 1 January to 31 December 2015, NCHB THIRTEEN operated on five different continents for both exercises and real world operations. The battalion supported events ranging from pier side operations on the Mediterranean and Antarctic coasts to providing air cargo functions in Middle Eastern deserts.

NCHB THIRTEEN’s sailors certainly upheld their responsibilities to the nation in 2016 by answering the call of duty across the globe. The battalion’s successes throughout the year are deserving of the 2016 National Defense Transportation Association (NDTA) Military Unit Award.

Air Force

USAF ACTIVE COMPONENT 31st Logistics Readiness Squadron 31st Mission Support Group Aviano Air Base, Italy

In 2015, the 31st Logistics Readiness Squadron (31st LRS) synchronized 388 personnel, and supported seven combatant commands (COCOMs), 34 geographically separated units and 88 squadrons. It is the number one DOD inspected Wing, acing two surety and three Wing inspections. The unit has had worldwide impact. It airlifted 18,500 passengers, executed 621 missions and supported five COCOMs, all while maintaining the best aircraft departure rate in the Air Force. The 31st LRS fused US Army Europe (USAREUR) and Air Mobility Command (AMC) for Operation United Assistance in which the squadron moved 918 tons of medical equipment, assisting to eliminate the spread of Ebola spread in 11 nations. The squadron also spearheaded Exercise Noble Shirley by providing logistics support for 350 personnel and four C-130s. The 31st LRS powered Exercise Swift Response, the largest airborne training since the end of the Cold War. The unit led movement for Exercise Sea Breeze, posturing 11 nations combat sea interdiction capabilities.

In addition to its outstanding support of critical exercises, the 31st LRS quarterbacked mission capable deliveries, and fueled special operations and Army convoy operations. The squadron fostered premier support for 102 distinguished visitors and was tasked with supporting the National Airborne Operation Center with world leader protection during the G7 summit. The unit drove Nepal earthquake relief. The squadron also oversaw a historic C-5 stage operation. For these achievements, among many others, the 31st deserves to be honored as an NDTA Unit of the Year.

The 109th Logistics Readiness Squadron (LRS) provided exemplary logistical support to the 109th Airlift Wing/LC-130 unit, as well as air transportation functions in the Arctic, Antarctic and locations related to the Global War on Terrorism.

Domestic operations of the 109th LRS include supporting the city of Buffalo during historic snowfall in New York. The squadron supported the Governor’s Citizen Preparedness Initiative, training state citizens on emergency preparedness issues. In addition, the squadron provided training support to seven 109th Airlift Wing units for domestic operations supporting state needs.

The 109th LRS is proud of its mission success during Operation Deep Freeze (ODF), in which it moved over 807 short tons of cargo and 97 passengers. The unit served as the ODF Joint Inspection scheduling lead for the Pacific Air Forces. Unit members deployed to the South Pole Station provided air transportation expertise used to evaluate the scope of the retrograde cargo project. The squadron also provided mission support to the National Science Foundation in Greenland moving 678 short tons of cargo and 1,547 passengers on 193 missions with zero deficiencies.

The unit provided certification of weight, measurement and HAZMAT documentation for the 2nd Civil Support Team (CST), ensuring 24/7 deployed readiness. The 109th LRS also assisted the 2nd CST during Vigilant Guard Exercise.

The unit’s international support includes participation in the Joint Task Force North’s Operation Nunalivuit 15 in the city of Yellowknife in the Northwest Territories of Canada. The unit also supported the deployment of the 127th Airlift Wing for Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF). Additionally, in support of OEF, the 109th LRS support the 139th Airlift Squadron mandated security forces squadron technical training, provided night operations of cargo loading using night vision equipment.

US AIR FORCE RESERVE COMPONENT 50th Aerial Port Squadron 452d Air Mobility Wing March Air Reserve Base, California

year, delivering worldwide reach for major conflicts and deployed personnel supporting Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) and Operation Inherent Resolve (OIR). For OIR, the 50th APS supported the largest aerial port in the area of responsibility. The squadron planned/loaded the largest C-5 load in Air Force history, expediting US Marine Corps (USMC) retrograde. The 50th APS also lead a joint inspection processing passengers and cargo/weapons for the 7th Special Forces Group redeployment. The unit supported the Mazar-I-Sharif closure on 480 NATO missions, with a 100

percent on-time record. In addition, the squadron facilitated the USMC 2nd Battalion forward deployment in support of the Iraq Crisis. The 50th APS synchronized 385 airlift missions and sea movements with four bases for 722 combat vehicle movements, totaling $784M in Air Forces Central Command assets retrograded.

Other impressive accomplishments include coordinating with 1st Theater Sustainment Command to ship vital lifeline supplies in support of the fight against Da’ish, leading Army counter-IED [improvised explosive device] airlift preparation; coordinating airlift requirements that enabled forward operating base setup in Ramadi, and leading 20th Special Forces Group Yemen recovery effort.

The 50th APS was selected to train French Nationals on airfield management. In addition, the squadron provided training to German and Hungarian personnel on best practices. The unit received recognized by Jordanian government. The squadron’s exceptional readiness also allowed it to provide no-notice earthquake relief to Nepal.

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US COAST GUARD ACTIVE COMPONENT US Coast Guard Cypress US Coast Guard District Eight Pensacola, Florida

USCGC CYPRESS demonstrated a steadfast ability to safeguard the maritime transportation system across the Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean Sea. CYPRESS’ execution of aids to navigation (ATON), waterways management, marine environmental protection, and other law enforcement activities promoted a safe, efficient and environmentally sound transportation system. CYPRESS’ execution of primary ATON exceeded Commandant performance metrics with aid availability consistently above 99.5 percent and calculation of ATON serviced on time at 99 percent. This ensured safe navigation across District Eight, including 17 of the nation’s 40 top tonnage ports and an expansive offshore zone with more than 6,500 oil and gas platforms.

In 2015, CYPRESS was also critical in supporting US maritime transportation interests throughout the Caribbean during the yearlong mid-life decommissioning of USCGC OAK. Covering twice the normal area of responsibility, CYPRESS provided superior cross-district and international ATON support throughout Cuba, Haiti, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands.

In addition, CYPRESS collaborated across government agencies to decrease waste and improve efficiency of the maritime transportation system.

During 2015, CYPRESS proved time and again its versatility, efficiency and interagency collaboration to support a healthy maritime transportation system in some of the nation’s busiest and most diverse waterways. DTJ

How to Get the Most Out of the NDTA-USTRANSCOM Fall Meeting & NDTA Expo

The NDTA-USTRANSCOM Fall Meeting in St. Louis continues to evolve and expand its format. With the introduction of Transportation University the educational and networking opportunities increased tremendously. But, taking advantage of all the Fall Meeting and Transportation University have to offer take a little preparation and work from the attendee. Begin your preparations by checking out NDTA’s free technology tools: NDTA GLOBALMATCH The benefit of conference attendance is being in the same place at the same time as colleagues, customers, vendors and potential business contacts. Use NDTA GlobalMatch to help you make the most of your time by setting up meetings with these connections. To access GlobalMatch, log in using the link and information found on your registration confirmation email. Once you have logged in click on the link that says “Appointment Home” at the top of the page. From here you can make a profile for yourself or your company, research and review profiles of other attendees, as well as communicate and request meetings with companies and individuals. Arriving with a schedule of side meetings and a list of leads will surely add value to an already worthwhile event. THE NDTA MOBILE APP A couple of weeks before the meeting, attendees will receive an email that the NDTA mobile app is ready for download in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. Like GlobalMatch you will need to log in using information from your registration confirmation email. Once you are in, start familiarizing yourself with all of the great features—have the most up-todate schedule in the palm of your hand, find that “must see” NDTA Expo exhibit booth, and ask questions of speakers and panelists. NDTAConnect, which allows attendees to keep track of the contacts they are making without having a pocket full of business cards, has been integrated into the mobile app. The default setting for this feature includes very basic information on each attendee, so as you explore the app See Prof. Devel., pg. 34 Irvin Varkonyi, Past President, NDTA DC Chapter and Master Instructor, APICS DC Metro ivarkonyi@scopedu.com

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Columbia Helicopters, Inc. Dalko Resources, Inc. DB Schenker DPRA, Inc. DTI Enterprise Management Systems Fox Rent A Car HLI Government Services Hub Group, Inc. John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences Kalitta Charters, LLC Kansas City Southern Lineage Logistics LMJ International Logistics, LLC MacGregor USA, Inc. Madison Hospitality MCR Federal, LLC mLINQS Move One Logistics Naniq Global Logistics LLC NFI NJVC Oakwood Worldwide Overdrive Logistics, Inc. Overwatch, Inc. (a division of Avalon Risk Management) Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association Patriot Contract Services, LLC Philadelphia Regional Port Authority PITT OHIO Port Canaveral Port of Port Arthur Radisson Resort At The Port Reckart Logistics, Inc. RST Freight Seatac Marine Services Southeast Vocational Alliance Staybridge Suites McLean-Tysons Corner Hotel TechGuard Security Tennessee Steel Haulers Trans Global Logistics Europe GmbH Wapack Labs Corporation YRC Freight

and responsive educational design and planning process.

In this issue of the DTJ, Dan Sulka provides some insight into our developing educational strategy. He’ll present more details in the coming months, but thus far our initial outreach to several prestigious universities for collaboration and partnership arrangements has been extremely well-received. NDTA’s stature and unique position among industry and government is well recognized in academia. There are many young folks getting ready to enter the transportation and logistics workforce, and we want to introduce them to NDTA early on. On the other side, we want to provide our existing membership with access to world-class academic institutions and ideas. Some great opportunities lie ahead. My goal is to ensure that as we take on this additional focus area, we continue to support our vital mission of facilitating the strong working relationships between the government, the services, and industry. Our sons and daughters in uniform are depending on us. More to follow.

See you in St. Louis—“All Aboard!”

Yours aye, Mark H. Buzby

Cont’d from Prof. Devel., pg. 30

make sure to update your own profile to exactly what you want others to see.

Now that you have your NDTA tech all squared away, let’s look at some other ideas for making the most of your attendance. The website businessknowhow.com has a great article on this very subject “Top 10 Tips for Attending a Conference” written by noted communication expert Bill Lampton, Ph.D. 1 Although the Fall Meeting is not a conference, his tips are still beneficial to first time attendees, as well as those who attend every year. I’ve modified the list, and also included my own thoughts (in italics) specific to the Fall Meeting and NDTA Expo.

1 Read the conference agenda thoroughly, and select the sessions that will be most likely to improve your skills. Stay away from the seminars you could almost teach yourself, and “stretch” by hearing about topics you have not mastered. (The NDTA Mobile App can help!)

2 Ask a professional colleague to become your conference buddy, so you can share what you learn. This collaboration will bring special benefits when you talk about presentations that only one of you attended. This can include fellow members of your team or attendees who you see on the attendee list. For instance, NDTA is organized through committees representing multiple transportation modes. Many committee members will be attending the meeting. Consider contacting one of them based on your professional interests.

3 Stay for the entire conference. You never know what good information you might miss by arriving late or leaving early. Of course time constraints may not allow you to stay. Your value will come from hearing speakers and meeting attendees in sessions, as well as between sessions.

4 Attend the exhibit area. The exhibit area has a wealth of information. Exhibitors attend for the purpose of enhancing their brand, of meeting with current customers and meeting potential customers. They can also be a resource to learn about their industry, their organization and to engage in offering guidance to you.

5 Stay at the conference’s designated hotel. You need to be where you can enlarge your network most effectively. By the time of this writing, it’s likely the Union Station hotel has sold out so consider this for the next event. The price of the designated hotel may be higher than those further away but it increases your networking opportunities.

6 When you attend conference parties, realize that potential employers, clients or business partners might observe your behavior. You are not really “off duty.”

7 Take plenty of business cards, to help new acquaintances remember you. Technology has enabled this process to be easier as we’ve noted with NDTA’s tech tools, but business cards are still very valuable. Do you have time to prepare business cards? It won’t take very long to go online and order business cards quickly and inexpensively.

8 Tactfully collect as many business cards as you can, so you can follow up with post cards, e-mails, phone calls and appointments. The NDTA Mobile App can make this easier.

9 Become an active participant, asking questions and making comments. The topics will take on new life for you. Transportation University is specifically designed to enable attendees to interact better as these sessions will be smaller than the general conference sessions. They are designed specifically to be interactive, with learning objectives. NDTA has uploaded speaker templates for you to know more about your instructors and their topics.

10 Meet and thank everyone who served on the conference planning committee. They deserve your compliments. And when you thank them, you will definitely stand out as one of the few who did. Whether they are military or commercial attendees, senior leaders have a personal commitment to help others.

Finally, challenge yourself to meet new people, to reach out to speakers, to move out of your comfort level, especially when you may be part of a group from your base or your office attending the meeting. Good luck! Tell us about your experience. Please write to ivarkonyi@ndtahq.com. DTJ

1 “Top 10 Tips for Attending a Conference” reprinted with permission by Bill Lampton Ph.D. and businessknowhow.com. Bill Lampton, Ph.D. is a communication consultant, speech coach, and video trainer, “Helping You Finish in First Place.” Visit his website at www.commlampton.com.

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