DLA Headquarters News

DLA Distribution’s Army Lt. Col. Roger Keen (right) was promoted to the rank of Colonel during a ceremony June 5. The ceremony was officiated by DLA Distribution commanding general Army Brig. Gen. John Laskodi (left).

June 12, 2017

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pennsylvania — In front of family and friends, DLA Distribution’s Army Lt. Col. Roger Keen was promoted to the rank of Colonel during a ceremony June 5.

James Diliberti, DLA general counsel explained the ethical nuances of selecting proper lodging while TDY, and Geon Hee Park translated for the Korean National workforce annual ethics training on May 24.

June 9, 2017

DLA Deputy General Counsel visits DLA Distribution Korea

CAMP CARROLL, Korea — DLA Distribution Korea hosted the DLA deputy general counsel Melinda Davis-Perritano, Senior Executive Service, and James Diliberti, DLA general counsel on May 24. While on site, the visitors took the opportunity to provide annual ethics training to the workforce, but the presentation wasn’t the standard fare of normal training.

Army Col. Erik Larson, defense attaché at the U.S. embassy in Oman, joins officials from the Oman Ministry of Defense and the Port of Duqm to answer questions at a May 14-15 workshop for Omani company representatives.

June 9, 2017

DLA helps educate Omani vendors on DoD contracting processes, opportunities

The Defense Logistics Agency joined the U.S. Embassy in Oman, U.S. Central Command and 40 Omani company representatives in the sultanate’s first ever defense-contracting workshop May 14-15 in the capital city of Muscat.

DLA Finance Director and CFO Tony Poleo will retire after 36 years with the agency during a June 8 ceremony at the McNamara Headquarters Complex.

June 8, 2017

DLA finance director, CFO to retire after dedicating 36 years to agency

Defense Logistics Agency Finance Director and Chief Financial Officer Tony Poleo retires June 8 after 36 years of federal service, all with DLA.

Army Brig. Gen. Sylvester Cannon, 135th Sustainment Command (Expeditionary), is briefed on DLA Distribution’s global distribution network and support to Foreign Military Sales.

June 8, 2017

Expeditionary commander visits DLA Distribution

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pennsylvania — On June 1, Army Brig. Gen. Sylvester Cannon, 135th Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) and several members of his staff met with the DLA Distribution leadership to discuss how the organization supports the movement of critical items in theater and well as its support to Foreign Military Sales.

New DLA Headquarters Child Development Center Director Wendy Paul and DLA Chief of Staff Renee Roman cut the cake at the official reopening of the CDC at Fort Belvoir, Virginia, June 5. Photo by Teodora Mocanu.

June 7, 2017

DLA HQ Child Development Center reopens as government-run facility

Parents, Defense Logistics Agency officials and stuffed animals assembled to celebrate the grand reopening of the DLA Headquarters Child Development Center at Fort Belvoir, Virginia, June 5.

Lt. Rick Campbell, Tracy Area Commander of the California Highway Patrol, served as the keynote speaker during the 2017 Peace Officers’ Memorial ceremony held at DLA Distribution San Joaquin May 17.

June 7, 2017

DLA San Joaquin pays tribute to fallen officers

TRACY, California — Employees of DLA San Joaquin, California, local law enforcement officers and congressional staff paid tribute to fallen law enforcement officers during a morning National Peace Officers’ Memorial Observance May 17. Lt. Rick Campbell, Tracy Area Commander of the California Highway Patrol, served as the keynote speaker.

U.S. World War II veterans attend a ceremony commemorating the 73rd anniversary of D-Day in Carentan, France, June 2, 2017.

June 6, 2017

DLA honors D-Day anniversary, sacrifices

June 6, 2017, marks the 73rd anniversary of D-Day, when the Allies stormed the beaches at Normandy, France, to spark the beginning of victory in Europe.

DLA Distribution Strategic Plans director Scott Rosbaugh pins the Defense Meritorious Service Medal on DLA Distribution Joint Logistic Strategic Planner Air Force Maj. Rachel Ramos.

June 5, 2017

Distribution’s Ramos retires after 22 years in the U.S. Air Force

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pennsylvania — DLA Distribution Joint Logistic Strategic Planner Air Force Maj. Rachel Ramos has retired after 22 years of service to the nation.

Navy Supply Corps Cmdr. Sean M. Andrews assumed command of Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, in a June 2 ceremony. The ceremony was officiated by DLA Pacific commander Navy Capt.

June 2, 2017

Andrews becomes newest commander of DLA Distribution Pearl Harbor

PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii — Navy Supply Corps Cmdr. Sean M. Andrews assumed command of Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, in a June 2 ceremony. The ceremony was officiated by DLA Pacific commander Navy Capt. Timothy Daniels.

Navy Supply Corps Cmdr. Troy C. Morse has been awarded the Defense Meritorious Service Medal for his achievements while serving as commander, Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.

June 1, 2017

Morse recognized for achievements as commander of Pearl Harbor distribution center

PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii — Navy Supply Corps Cmdr. Troy C. Morse has been awarded the Defense Meritorious Service Medal for his achievements while serving as commander, Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.

Army Brig. Gen. John S. Laskodi, DLA Distribution commanding general, hosted a reenlistment ceremony for material management noncommissioned officer Navy Logistics Specialist 1st Class Juliber C. Fernandez on May 16 at DLA Distribution Sasebo, Japan.

May 31, 2017

DLA Distribution Commanding General hosts reenlistment ceremony and town hall at Sasebo detachment

SASEBO, Japan — Army Brig. Gen. John S. Laskodi, DLA Distribution commanding general, hosted a reenlistment ceremony for material management noncommissioned officer Navy Logistics Specialist 1st Class Juliber C. Fernandez on May 16.

DLA Distribution Susquehanna commander Army Col. Brad J. Eungard participates in the annual Children’s Trout Derby held on May 20 at the Children’s Trout Pond located on Defense Distribution Center Susquehanna.

May 30, 2017

Susquehanna hosts annual Children’s Trout Derby

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pennsylvania — The annual Children's Trout Derby was held on May 20 at the Children’s Trout Pond located on Defense Distribution Center Susquehanna.

Army Lt. Col. Jacob H. Freeman, executive officer at Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Susquehanna, Pa., officially retired on May 19 after 29 years of service to the Army.

May 26, 2017

Susquehanna’s Executive Officer retires after 29 years of service

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pennsylvania — Army Lt. Col. Jacob H. Freeman, Distribution Management Division chief and executive officer at Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Susquehanna, Pa., officially retired on May 19 after 29 years of service to the Army. The ceremony was officiated by Col. Brad Eungard, commander of the distribution center.

Stay alert for those nearby whose behavior, demeanor or belongings don't seem to make sense.

May 26, 2017

This Memorial Day, reflect and remember — but also be vigilant

Given the recent suicide bombing in Manchester, United Kingdom, Defense Logistics Agency employees are urged to be vigilant in large public gatherings. Look out for any person whose behavior, demeanor or belongings seem unusual, and report them to law enforcement.