DLA Energy News

Nov. 27, 2019

Safety officials recommend tips for avoiding holiday-related hazards

FORT BELVOIR, Virginia — Traveling, decorating, cooking and giving are all part of the holiday season, and taking basic precautions will help keep family and friends safe and injury-free.

Nov. 26, 2019

Contract specialist hones market research skills in acquisition program

Alpharetta, Georgia — As a participant in the Defense Department’s Training with Industry Program, Contract Specialist Nicole Lawrence appreciates the expertise she's gained performing market research with UPS's customer solutions group.

Nov. 25, 2019

Commander strengthens partnerships in the Middle East

DLA Energy Commander Air Force Brig. Gen. Albert Miller commended regional employees and conducted outreach during a visit to the Middle East, Oct. 20-25. Miller met with U.S. leaders and ally partners in Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates, Jordan and Kuwait.

Nov. 25, 2019

Army, DLA officials strengthen collaboration

Arlington, Virginia — DLA and Army officials discussed major weapons systems support and increased material availability and other Army-related topics during Army/DLA Day Nov. 22 at the Pentagon.

Nov. 22, 2019

Senior Counsel inducted into Energy Hall of Fame

Known for her ability to break out in song and perform as one of the Andrews Sisters, Kay Bushman broke the mold of a straitlaced office lawyer. A methodical leader, masterful negotiator, talented mediator and trusted mentor, Bushman joined the elite group of former DLA Energy employees in the DLA Energy Hall of Fame during an induction ceremony at the McNamara Headquarters Complex, Fort Belvoir, Virginia, Nov. 13. 

Nov. 21, 2019

Native American speakers share history, pride

Fort Belvoir, Virginia — Two Native American women spoke at the McNamara Headquarters Complex National American Indian Heritage Month observance Nov. 20. The event fostered a deeper understanding for the culture and history of the 573 federally recognized American Indian and Alaskan Native nations in the U.S.

Nov. 21, 2019

Gifted industry economist recognized

The Picasso of pricing and the Rembrandt of research was how Larry Ervin was remembered to his friends and coworkers during his posthumous induction into 2019 Defense Logistics Agency Energy Hall of Fame at the McNamara Headquarters Complex, Fort Belvoir, Virginia, Nov. 13.

Nov. 20, 2019

Retired petroleum officer inducted into DLA Energy Hall of Fame 

U.S. Army Quartermaster Hall of Fame member, retired U.S. Army Col. Gregory D. Gibbons, was credited for the successful management of fuel operations during Desert Shield and Desert Storm was inducted into the Defense Logistics Agency Energy Hall of Fame, Nov. 13.

Nov. 20, 2019

DLA director checks in with Shadow Program alumni

FORT BELVOIR, Virginia — The Defense Logistics Agency Shadow Program was established in September 2018 to offer high-performing employees the opportunity to follow and observe the DLA Director's activities over a three-day period.

Nov. 19, 2019

Kathy Williams – Small Business Icon

A strong advocate for small businesses, Kathy Williams’ single-minded focus to increase participation and maximize opportunities for small businesses propelled her into the 2019 Defense Logistics Agency Energy Hall of Fame.