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July 25, 2024

Simerly gets candid with employees in new leaders’ lunch series 

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Eight DLA Headquarters employees talk one-on-one with the DLA director during the first in a series of bimonthly meetings in which he plans to talk openly about issues like transforming the agency.

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July 8, 2024

DLA Distribution Europe welcomes new leadership

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Army Lt. Col. Kimberly Rembert relinquished command of Defense Logistics Agency Europe to Army Lt. Col. Michale Zdrojesky during a ceremony held in Germersheim, Germany, July 8. Army Col. Adrian “AJ” Sullivan, commander, DLA Europe and Africa, presided over the ceremony.

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June 21, 2024

Responsibility shifts at DLA Distribution Korea

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Army Lt. Col. Nathan L. Hadlock relinquished command of Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Korea to Army Lt. Col. Celina S. Pargo during a ceremony held at Camp Carrol, Korea, on June 21. Army Col. Dennis K. Williams II, Military Deputy Commander, DLA Indo-Pacific Command, presided over the event.

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June 14, 2024

New hands take the helm at DLA Distribution Yokosuka, Japan

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Navy Cmdr. Ian Iliff, a native of Cumberland, Maryland, relinquished command to Navy Cmdr. Daniel Maldonado during a ceremony held at Navy Base Yokosuka, Japan, June 14.

DLA Director visits DLA Aviation

April 16, 2024

DLA Leaders tour Aviation HQ, learn about vital programs

RICHMOND, Va. — Defense Logistics Agency Aviation leaders briefed DLA leadership during an April 15 visit to Defense Supply Center Richmond. Army Lt. Gen. Mark T. Simerly, director, Defense Logistics Agency, and Air Force Command Chief Master Sgt. Alvin R. Dyer, senior enlisted leader, DLA, spent the day learning about some of the top priority projects and touring some facilities frequented by Aviation employees.

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March 25, 2024

From Dallas Cowboys to DLA: Chief of staff recounts career goals

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Eric Smith shares highlights of his 39-year federal career, which includes time as an Army officer and member of the senior executive service – both while working at DLA.

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March 14, 2024

DLA future leaders tour Eastern Distribution Center during pre-command course study

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — The Army officers are currently attending the Army’s Sustainment Pre-Command Course and this visit gives them an opportunity to gain valuable insight into logistics management and sustainment operations.

Navy Rear Adm. Chase, SC, Commander DLA Distribution official photo.

March 6, 2024

DLA Distribution commander delivers Women's History month message

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — U.S. Navy Rear Adm. Grafton D. Chase, commander, Defense Logistics Agency Distribution, delivers his message to workforce for Women's History month.

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March 4, 2024

DLA director has first look at mission, transformation efforts during visit to DLA Distribution

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Army Lt. Gen. Mark T. Simerly, director, Defense Logistics Agency, and Air Force Command Chief Master Sgt. Alvin R. Dyer, senior enlisted leader, DLA, visited DLA Distribution Headquarters in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, and toured the facilities at DLA Distribution Susquehanna, Pennsylvania, Feb. 29.

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Feb. 28, 2024

DLA senior enlisted adviser highlights Black history, shares goals

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Command Chief Master Sgt. Alvin Dyer describes his ambitions as DLA's top enlisted leader and recounts watching his dad adjust to life after the Vietnam War, when Black veterans were often denied VA benefits and struggled to find jobs.