DLA Land and Maritime News

DLA Land and Maritime’s Small Business Office received the Verdure Award during the DoD's annual Vanguard Awards ceremony April 6 in Atlanta, GA for significant contributions to buying method efficiency and innovation. From left: Dr. James Galvin, acting director of DoD Office of Small Business Programs; Carlo Daleo, Land and Maritime procurement analyst; Coleen McCormick, Land and Maritime Office of Small Business Programs associate director; Earl Madison, Land and Maritime small business specialist; Alice Williams, DoD Office of Small Business Programs acting deputy director.

April 17, 2017

Land and Maritime Small Business Office wins Vanguard Award

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Department of Defense (DoD) has awarded the Verdure Award to the Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime Office of Small Business Programs for their contributions to buying method efficiency and innovation.

Master Sgt Maggie Ladd welcomes particpants supporting survivors of sexual assault at the Walk a Lap - Going the Distance event on Apr. 12.

April 13, 2017

Walk-a-Lap for a Survivor

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Thank you to all the associates and service members that came out to show your support and raise awareness about the serious causes and effects of sexual assault.

Scott Rosbaugh, DLA Distribution Future Plans director, left, outlines DLA Distribution’s Campaign Plan to DLA Land and Maritime commander Navy Rear Adm. Michelle Skubic, second from left, during a roundtable discussion with DLA Distribution commander Army Brig. Gen. John Laskodi.

April 12, 2017

Land and Maritime, Distribution leadership gather to discuss future efficiencies

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pennsylvania — On Apr. 5, DLA Land and Maritime senior leadership met with DLA Distribution commander Army Brig. Gen. John Laskodi and key staff members to discuss the duo’s partnership and ways to create efficiencies benefitting the DLA enterprise.

Defense Supply Center Columbus hosted an information fair to kick off Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month. DLA Land and Maritime sexual assault response coordinator Shari Murnahan helped organize the April 5 event to promote activities taking place during the month at DSCC.

April 7, 2017

2017 SAAPM activities highlighted at DSCC information fair

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (SAAPM) officially kicked off with an information fair at Defense Supply Center Columbus.

Wynueco Washington, a DLA Land and Maritime associate, surprised Lewis with a special performance of “Georgia on my Mind,” a tribute to Lewis’ hometown, during a March 31 retirement ceremony.

April 6, 2017

Land and Maritime’s Lewis retires after more than 38 years of federal service.

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Milton Lewis, DLA Land and Maritime’s Acquisition Executive for the past nine years, retired Mar. 31 after completing more than 38 years of dedicated and decorated service to the Department of Defense.

In recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness & Prevention Month (SAAPM), the DLA SAPR program invites all DLA employees, worldwide, to participate in a virtual “Going the Distance for SAPR” challenge. Our goal is to get the word out across the DLA enterprise about the SAPR program and resources, but most important, participation will show support for survivors.

April 1, 2017

Going the distance for SAPR - DLA Virtual Challenge & Competition

COLUMBUS, Ohio — In recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness & Prevention Month (SAAPM), the DLA SAPR program invites all DLA employees, worldwide, to participate in a virtual “Going the Distance for SAPR” challenge. Our goal is to get the word out across the DLA enterprise about the SAPR program and resources, but most important, participation will show support for survivors.

The Columbus Region Defense Group met at Defense Supply Center Columbus Mar. 3 to discuss economic development initiatives, improvements to public-private partnerships and workforce challenges and opportunities. The group included representatives from local and state political offices, civic leaders and military stakeholders.

March 8, 2017

Defense Working Group visits Columbus DLA installation

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Members of the Central Ohio Defense Working Group held their quarterly meeting at Defense Supply Center Columbus for a firsthand look at the installation’s contributions to global defense and its local economic impact.

DLA Land and Maritime mentees and mentors at the Level I Graduation Ceremony on Mar. 1 at Defense Supply Center Columbus.

March 2, 2017

DLA Land and Maritime Level I Mentees graduate the mentorship program

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime hosted the Level I Mentoring Program graduation ceremony and reception Mar. 1 at Defense Supply Center Columbus. “The Level I Mentoring Program provides the opportunity for employees to find their niche in the organization, build strategic relationships and gain a broader perspective of DLA’s mission and future,” said guest speaker and program graduate JoAnn Phillips.

DSCC Chief of Morale, Welfare and Recreation Brandon Doherty slices cake at the Feb. 27 re-opening ceremony for the Defense Supply Center Columbus Child Development Center. The event recognized the CDC's first day operating as an in-sourced, installation managed facility. Also pictured are DSCC Site Director Dan Bell (center left), Defense Logistics Agency Installation Director Denise Miller (center right) and MWR Marketing Manager Jennifer Russell.

March 1, 2017

DSCC Child Development Center reopens as in-sourced DoD entity

COLUMBUS, Ohio — After more than 10 months of preparation, the Child Development Center (CDC) on Defense Supply Center Columbus reopened Feb. 27 as a fully in-sourced Department of Defense operation.

Navy Rear Adm. Michelle Skubic speaks at her first Town Hall as commander of DLA Land and Maritime. The Feb. 15 event provided updates on new DoD employee performance standards and the scheduled audit review currently underway across the agency.

Feb. 24, 2017

Land and Maritime Town Hall promotes audit readiness, performance review updates

COLUMBUS, Ohio — In her first Town Hall as commander of DLA Land and Maritime, Navy Rear Admiral Michelle Skubic outlined her priorities while reaffirming the agency’s current strategic plan.

(Center) Land and Maritime Commander, Rear Admiral Michelle Skubic, is flanked by CFC team captains during a celebration event highlighting the campaign’s close out. The campaign raised more than $958,000 in contributions.

Feb. 8, 2017

Land and Maritime recognizes successful CFC campaign

COLUMBUS, Ohio — DLA Land and Maritime recently closed out its 2016 Combined Federal Campaign on a positive note with a meeting of the organization’s key workers. Their efforts helped the Central Ohio West Virginia campaign raise more than $958,000 in contributions.

Officer David Webb, Defense Supply Center Columbus, police officer speaks to dispatch.

Jan. 30, 2017

DSCC police reunite missing man with family

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Defense Supply Center Columbus police responded to a call at the Yearling Road Gate Jan. 18 after a disoriented, elderly man walked onto the installation trying to get to his father’s house.

DLA Land and Maritime EEO Specialist Michael McCoy speaks during a Toastmaster International Club 3500 meeting inside the operations center at Defense Supply Center Columbus. A.G.O.I.S.S.I. (A Group Of Individuals Seeking Self Improvement) leads its district with the most consecutive years achieving 10 out of 10 annual goals set forth by the organization.

Jan. 17, 2017

Land and Maritime Toastmasters celebrate another successful year

COLUMBUS, Ohio — For the twelfth consecutive year, Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime’s Toastmasters Club has earned the President’s Distinguished Club Award.

DLA Land and Maritime Commander, Navy Rear Adm. Michelle Skubic (second from left) welcomed Columbus, Ohio Mayor Andrew Ginther (third from left) to Defense Supply Center Columbus for a familiarization visit and tour Jan. 10. Also pictured is Milton Lewis, Land and Maritime's acquisition executive (far left), and James McClaugherty, Land and Maritime deputy commander (far right).

Jan. 10, 2017

Columbus mayor visits DSCC

COLUMBUS, Ohio — DLA Land and Maritime Commander, Navy Rear Admiral Michelle Skubic welcomed Columbus, Ohio Mayor Andrew Ginther for a familiarization visit to the Defense Supply Center (DSCC) Columbus installation January 10. Ginther’s visit included an initial meeting with Skubic and her senior leadership team prior to receiving selected operations briefings.

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Dec. 9, 2016

New Year’s resolutions and how DLA can help you achieve your goals

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ringing in the new year often results in a time of reflection, reviewing the current situation and planning for the future. DLA takes the opportunity to look back at the year and make goals for the year ahead. As individuals, we use this time to do the same. Many of us will set personal resolutions. At DLA Land and Maritime, we understand the importance of work/life balance and would like to assist in your journey to keep your resolutions with some tips and resources made available to you as a member of our workforce.