DLA CENTCOM and SOCOM News

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Dec. 19, 2023

DLA’s Human Resources team is ready to support employees returning to the office

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — A willingness to help others is a common trait across the Defense Logistics Agency workforce. At one point or another, we have gone out of our way to assist a coworker, a neighbor, or someone we just met who needed momentary help or advice. Knowing we made a positive impact on another person, whether it was short-lived or long-lasting, provides us all with a sense of pride and satisfaction.

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Dec. 15, 2023

DLA Vice Director has in-depth telework discussion in new video

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Defense Logistics Agency Vice Director Brad Bunn discussed the agency’s adjusted telework posture and the reasoning behind the changes in a new video interview with DLA Public Affairs.

Dec. 14, 2023

DLA Energy interns gain insight into small business contracting

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — As part of their professional development, eight Pathways to Career Excellence Program interns took part in a two-day Defense Logistics Agency Energy Small Business class.

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Dec. 14, 2023

DSCC community celebrates retiring deputy site director

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime celebrated the career of DLA Installation Management – Columbus Deputy Site Director Mike Wood in a retirement ceremony Dec. 7 at Defense Supply Center Columbus.

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Dec. 14, 2023

Demil specialists best tough-to-destroy ballistic glass

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — DLA’s Kaiserslautern-based property disposal experts recently overcame some long-term hurdles to the disposal of ballistic glass in Europe.

Dec. 13, 2023

EEO offers training, tips for returning to the office

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Returning to the office more frequently is a change of pace for some, but there are resources available to make this change easier for the individual, as well as topics to keep in mind to make things more comfortable for everyone in the office.

Active shooter training preparing DSCR workforce.

Dec. 11, 2023

Active shooter exercises prepare for worst case scenarios on DSCR

RICHMOND, VA. — Training sessions are excellent opportunities for employees to enhance their knowledge and exercise increased vigilance in the workplace.

Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support employees pose for a photo with DLA Troop Support Command Army Col. Landis C. Maddox at their retirement ceremony on December 7, 2023. The 15 retirees finished their careers with a combined total of 516 years to the warfighter. (DoD photo by Edward Maldonado)

Dec. 7, 2023

DLA Troop Support honors 516 years of service

PHILADELPHIA — Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support celebrated 516 years of combined service during a retirement ceremony for fifteen employees on Dec. 6 in Philadelphia.

Dec. 7, 2023

DLA Hall of Fame nominations due Jan. 16

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Current and former DLA employees have until Jan. 16 to nominate former employees for the 2024 DLA Hall of Fame.

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Dec. 7, 2023

Employees encouraged to revisit safety, security measures when returning to the office

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Returning to the McNamara Headquarters Complex more regularly means employees have several office-environment issues to consider, including safety and security.

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Dec. 6, 2023

Former DLA Troop Support commander named new DLA director

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — The U.S. Senate confirmed Army Maj. Gen. Mark Simerly for appointment to the rank of lieutenant general and director of DLA Dec. 5 after a 10-month impasse of DOD nominations.

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Dec. 4, 2023

Employees encouraged to assess workspaces before January

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — A little preparation may ease the transition to working more often in the office starting this January.

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Dec. 4, 2023

Agency's customer service team working to standardize metrics, improve user experience

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Over 50 customer-facing employees from across DLA met in person and online for a three-day Customer Service Management Summit in November.

Dec. 1, 2023

DLA Energy celebrates two new Hall of Fame members

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Jean Cox, the former comptroller for DLA Energy Finance, and James Young, the former quality manager for DLA Aerospace Energy, were inducted into the DLA Energy Hall of Fame during a ceremony at the McNamara Headquarters Complex at Fort Belvoir, Virginia, Nov. 28.

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Nov. 30, 2023

Commentary: The art of adapting

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — A DLA employee describes her approach to the agency’s shift from liberal telework to more on-site presence.

Nov. 29, 2023

DLA Energy employee earns Army honors for sustainment support to Afghans

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Army Maj. Michael Andrew McCrory from DLA Energy Europe and Africa receives honors for helping feed and shelter Afghans during Operation Allies Refuge and Operation Allies Welcome in August 2021.

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Nov. 24, 2023

DLA Distribution Susquehanna hosts Advanced Study of Air Mobility students

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — As part of their educational program, Advanced Study of Air Mobility students toured DLA Distribution Susquehanna's Eastern Distribution Center

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Nov. 21, 2023

Civilian Deployers: Globe-trotting logistician teaches DLA deployers essentials of combat logistics

COLUMBUS, Ohio — With 26 years of military experience and several civilian deployments, DLA Supply/Logistics Instructor Gary “Shep” Shepherd is committed to sharing his vast knowledge and experience with others.

Senior Airman Virginia Barrack, 66th Comptroller Squadron financial management technician, prepares a plate of food during a Thanksgiving-themed Open House at Hanscom Air Force Base, Massachusetts, Nov. 16, 2023. Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support supplies America's armed forces with over $19 billion annually of food, uniforms, protective equipment, medicine, medical supplies, construction and equipment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Todd Maki)

Nov. 21, 2023

Defense Logistics Agency makes Thanksgiving meals possible worldwide

PHILADELPHIA — The Defense Logistics Agency has helped ensure over 360,000 pounds of food have been delivered or are projected to arrive by Thanksgiving eve this year with planning beginning months in advance.

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Nov. 17, 2023

DLA Distribution’s Barr is dedicated to serving those who serve

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Supply Management Specialist Domon Barr was recognized on Veterans Day for his outstanding volunteer service supporting veterans and their families.

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Nov. 16, 2023

Disposition team helps DLA Aviation open up shop in Okinawa

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — The agency’s property reutilization personnel at Camp Kinser assisted their DLA colleagues in opening an overseas detachment in 2023 by supplying no-cost vans, electronics, furniture, and office supplies.

Nov. 15, 2023

DLA Energy honors acquisition workforce career advancement

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — About 60 DLA Energy employees were recognized for career accomplishments during an event at the McNamara Headquarters Complex on Fort Belvoir, Virginia, Nov. 7.

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Nov. 14, 2023

Exercise simulates agency cyber-attack recovery

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — A recent mission assurance exercise incorporated DLA’s alternate business processes into its growing cyber-attack response planning.

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Nov. 13, 2023

Indo-Pacific partners meet to discuss fuel exchange agreements

HONOLULU — Over 60 representatives from around the Indo-Pacific region met to discuss reciprocal fuel exchanges, interoperability and partnerships during the inaugural DLA Energy Indo-Pacific Fuels Exchange Agreements Forum in Honolulu Nov. 7-9.

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Nov. 13, 2023

Marine Corps celebrates 248th birthday

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Can the birth of the Marine Corps be tied to the history of the Defense Logistics Agency? The Marine Corps was born at the Tun Tavern in Philadelphia Nov. 10, 1775. DLA Troop Support traces its roots to 1799, when it acquired land to build the Schuykill Arsenal, just down the street from the Tun Tavern.