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Oct. 15, 2020
September orientation introduces 50 new associates
COLUMBUS, Ohio — September 23 was the first day of the Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime New Employee Orientation for 50 new employees but this orientation was different than previous months. Participants were able to log in via WebRTC and use their webcams to see presenters and fellow employees instead of logging in to watch the PowerPoint presentations. This adjustment made the two-day orientation more interactive.
Vision loss doesn’t stop DLA associate from achieving dreams
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The last five years have been kind to Gregory Ramsey. The contracting specialist met and married his wife, embarked on a new career at Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime and became a father. In an interview for National Disability Employment Awareness Month, he described this time in his life as a whirlwind and how he’s able to “see” better than ever despite being legally blind.
Oct. 8, 2020
Reasonable accommodations help strengthen Land and Maritime workforce
COLUMBUS, Ohio — It’s a fact of life that anyone at some point in time could develop a disability that hampers one or more areas of life. This reality is a reason to call attention to the 30th anniversary of the passage of the Americans with Disability Act and the Rehabilitation Act as amended.
Land and Maritime commander talks Ohio’s support to national defense readiness
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime Commander Navy Rear Adm. Kristen Fabry participated as a guest panelist in Ohio’s Defense and Aerospace Forum state-wide event conducted virtually Oct. 6.
Oct. 2, 2020
Fire Prevention Week focuses on safety during pandemic conditions
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Fire Prevention Week is observed nationally during October 4-10. This year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign, "Serve Up Fire Safety in the Kitchen!" works to educate everyone about the simple but important actions they can take to keep themselves and those around them safe.
Oct. 1, 2020
Hispanic Heritage Month Employee Spotlight: Carlos Guzman
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime recognizes Hispanic Heritage Month each September. We are highlighting employees of Hispanic heritage throughout the month in honor of their enduring contributions to the agency’s global mission of logistics support to America’s warfighters.
Sept. 30, 2020
DSCC activities support Domestic Violence Awareness Month
COLUMBUS, Ohio — October has been National Domestic Violence Awareness Month since 1981. The observance serves to educate communities, individuals, couples and families about the Family Advocacy Program services and other community resources that can help prevent domestic violence, raise awareness of community responsibility, and inform the community of the many ways to report domestic abuse.
Land and Maritime senior leader promotes workforce disability awareness
COLUMBUS, Ohio — As Champion for the Persons with Disabilities Program, I thought I’d begin by telling my story. Several years ago, I went to a Lasik center to explore having surgery to correct my eyesight. Unfortunately, I was given bad news. I was diagnosed with a congenital disorder called Keratoconus where my corneas were more conically shaped instead of curved. Not only could I not have the Lasik surgery, but I learned that unless I had treatment, I’d lose my sight.
Sept. 23, 2020
Hispanic Heritage Month Employee Spotlight: Angela McCoy
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Editor’s Note: The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime recognizes Hispanic Heritage Month each September. We are highlighting employees of Hispanic heritage throughout the month in honor of their enduring contributions to the agency’s global mission of logistics support to America’s warfighters.
Sept. 18, 2020
Mask wear makes workplace safer for everyone
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Since the beginning of the Pandemic, wearing masks or face coverings have been a hot topic of discussion. Regardless of where you stand on the issue, our guidance regarding mask wear while on the Defense Supply Center Columbus is clear.
Senior leaders talk ethics during virtual training
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime’s Legal office sponsored a scenario-based virtual ethics training session Sept. 14. The session featured a panel discussion crafted to help associates empower and position themselves to make the right decision when challenged with an ethical dilemma.
Hispanic Heritage Month Employee Spotlight: Marizela Marin-Giraud
Sept. 11, 2020
Land and Maritime commander talks 2020 successes, reconstitution during first town hall
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime Commander Navy Rear Adm. Kristen Fabry shared her leadership philosophy and impressions from her first two months on the job with associates in a DLA live-streamed Town Hall Sept. 10.
Defense Federal Community observes National Hispanic Heritage Month
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Defense Federal Community and the Equal Employment Opportunity Hispanic Employment Program join in the celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 through October 15, 2020. This month was designated by Congress to celebrate the contributions of Hispanic Americans, whom have influenced this country for more than 240 years, and worked hard in building this great nation.
Aug. 26, 2020
Women in Leadership Spotlight: U.S. Navy Lt. Cdr. Kara Langford
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime recognizes Women’s Equality Day in August. In honor of women’s contributions to the agency’s global mission, we are highlighting women in leadership who contribute to our mission of providing logistics support to America’s warfighters.