57th Annual NDTA Transportation and Logistics Forum and Exposition: Kansas City, MO September...

GREETINGS FROM THE NDTA CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD

Welcome to the 57th Annual Transportation and Logistics Forum and Exposition. I assumed the role as Chairman of the Board of NDTA in July, and would like to once again thank Jeff Crowe, my predecessor, for his tireless commitment over the past decade to the progress and initiatives of the Association. Jeff is now Chairman of the US Chamber of Commerce, but we are delighted that he will continue to support NDTA as a member of our board. Under Jeff's leadership, last year's Forum was superb and this year we expect to have an even better experience.

As you will see, the structure of the Forum's professional program is new and different. Our Forum planning committee worked very hard to put together a challenging and professionally rewarding program. The headquarters office conducted a survey in the Defense Transportation Journal and tried to implement many of the suggestions received. As members and attendees, we ask that you attend all sessions, participate and give feedback. The benefit we obtain from the conference will be directly related to what we put into it.

Transportation is indeed "the life blood" of the American economy, and today's transportation issues deserve extensive discussion. This year's theme "Current Challenges and Transformation" is a timely topic reinforced by the headlines we read daily. Since the events of September 11th both the public and private transportation sectors have faced unprecedented challenges. The Forum track sessions and roundtables will focus our attention and efforts on understanding these challenges and the demands we face to transform our organizations, secure our homeland and improve our global transportation systems.

I am honored to welcome our keynote speakers, roundtable leaders, track leaders, participants and the NDTA membership to this year's Forum. Let me extend our special thanks to Mr. William Zollars, Chairman, President and CEO of Yellow Corporation for accepting our invitation to be the keynote speaker at the Forum Opening Ceremony. Thanks as well to Admiral James Loy, USCG (Ret.), Administrator, TSA and General John Handy, USAF, Commander, USTRANSCOM, for joining us this year to speak on Security and Transformation. We will also have the opportunity, to hear from LtGen Gary Hughey, Deputy Commander, USTRANSCOM, who will speak at the Military Awards Luncheon, and the Honorable Diane K. Morales, DUSD (L&MR), who will speak at the Recognition Breakfast.

Finally, I want to express our sincere appreciation to our corporate members for their continuing support in sponsoring various Forum events, and to our exhibitors, who continue to exceed expectations each year. To all our industry attendees and government participants, let us know how we may add value for you. Thanks in advance to the headquarters staff of NDTA and the dedicated group of volunteers who work diligently to make the Forum a success each year. I look forward to seeing you during this exciting event.

Andrew Fogarty, Chairman of the Board

FORUM CO-CHAIR GREETINGS

Welcome to Kansas City! It is an honor to co-chair the 57th Annual NDTA Transportation and Logistics Forum and Exposition. This should be an exciting Forum. The Yellow Corporation is proud to sponsor the "Welcome to Kansas City" Reception at Historic Union Station on Sunday, September 14th. If you have not already purchased your ticket for this NDTA scholarship event, stop by Registration and get one. We promise it will be a fun evening and give you the opportunity to taste the finest barbeque Kansas City has to offer.

We encourage you to enjoy your stay in Kansas City. Kansas city has many exciting attractions, including great food and music. It is home to several historic sites, such as the Harry S. Truman Home and the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum to name a few.

The theme of this year's forum is "Current Challenges and Transformation." As a result of the state of the world and an ever constant threat of terrorism, we as industry leaders and professionals have plenty of current challenges, but at the same time we must transform our organizations to meet future challenges to Defense Transportation.

The Forum Professional Program has been re-designed in an effort to enhance professional dialogue. The critical importance of training and education for the transportation industry, especially in strengthening the safety and enhancing the security of the American people, continues to be an important theme for the NDTA. At this Forum, we will look at Distribution, Security, Current Military Operations, Travel Services and Advanced Planning for Industry.

Since we are introducing a new format this year, we will have an evaluation for you to complete after each track session. We ask that you provide your feedback so we can continue to improve the quality of our program. For every completed evaluation form you turn in, we will give you an additional ticket for the Grand Prize Drawing to be held before the close of the Forum.

Along with our professional program, there are a number of special events planned for your enjoyment. Again, please sign up for the Sunday night scholarship event at Union Station. For those who arrive on Saturday evening, we have arranged transportation to the 18th and Vine St. distract for you to experience the jazz scene along with transportation to the Ameristar Casino boat. Our guests and spouses will have an opportunity to visit the Country Club Plaza, an exquisite shopping area and place of art, noted for its beautiful statues and fountains. Please visit the exhibit hall and see the best in the transportation industry. We look forward to meeting you all during the Forum and hope that this Forum will be the one of the best ever.

Mr. Gregory A. Reid

Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer

Yellow Corporation

MG Robert T. Dail, USA

Director of Operations (TCJ3)

U.S. Transportation Command

THE FORUM TEAM

Forum Co-Chairs

Mr. Gregory A. Reid and MG Robert T. Dail, USA

President of NDTA

LTG Ken Wykle, USA (Ret.)

NDTA Headquarters Staff

COL Denny Edwards, USA (Ret.)

Vice President, Marketing Exhibits Manager

COL Mark Victorson, USA (Ret.)

Vice President, Membership

Nancy Alexander

Vice President Finance

Leah Ashe

Director Technology/Database

Susan Leigh

Director of Public Relations

Mary Konjevoda

Marketing Assistant

Angie Payne

Secretary to the President

Special Staff

Peggy Bluff

Debbie Bretches

June Campbell

Terri Dalton

MSgt patsy DeMichelle

Karen Edwards

Lisa Fasching

Anne Grabowski

Norbert Grabowski

Ken Massey

SFC Sharon Mullens

Lynn Nelson

Brian O'Donell

Don Perkins

Rose Phillips

Joe Rampino

Mary Ramsey

Marie Rohrbough

LtCol Stephen Rohrbough

Carolyn Salmans

Wesley "Shorty" Salmans

Scott Stewart

Cindy Thurgood

Craig Thurgood

Mary Wykle

DAILY EVENTS SCHEDULE

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13
1:00pm-3:00pm      Chapter Workshop
1:00pm-5:00pm      Registration
3:00pm-5:00pm      CORP Meeting
7:00pm-12:00am     Optimal Events
                   * Ameristar Casino
                     Casino Shuttle 7:00pm-11:30pm
                     (Transportation provided to Casino Boat)
                   * Jazz at the 18th & Vine Historic District
                     Jazz Clubs Shuttle 7:00pm-11:59pm
                     (Hourly shuttle last--pickups at
                     11:30pm, 11:45pm & 12am)

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 14
8:00am-5:00pm      Registration
7:30am             Depart Hotel for Golf Tournament
8:00am-3:00pm      Golf Tournament
12:00pm            Optional Events
                   * Truman Library
                     (12:00pm-4:00pm)
                   * Nelson Art Gallery
                     (12:00pm-2:30pm)
                   * Arabia Steamboat Museum
                     (1:00pm-3:30pm)
3:00pm             Golf Tournament Ends--Return to Hotel
6:00pm-10:00pm     Scholarship Event at Union Station

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 15
7:00am-8:00am      A-35 Breakfast
7:00am-5:00pm      Registration
8:30am-10:00am     Opening Ceremony
                   CORPORATE TRANSFORMATION
                     Keynote Speaker--Mr. William Zollars,
                     Yellow Corporation
10:15am-11:30am    Round Table (Transformation)
10:30am-3:30pm     Guest Tour
11:30am-1:30pm     Military Unit Awards Luncheon
2:00pm-5:00pm      NDTA Forum Professional
                     Development Tracks I-V
5:00pm-6:00pm      Exhibitors, Sponsors and
                     Chairman's Circle Reception
6:00pm-8:30pm      President's Reception and
                     Grand Opening of Exhibits (Period I)
8:30pm-12:00am     Networking Evening
                     (list of restaurants provided on-site)

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16
7:00am-5:00pm      Registration
7:30am 8:30am      Recognition Breakfast
                     Keynote Speaker--Ms. Diane K. Morales,
                     DUSD (L&MR), DoD
9:00am-9:45am      SECURITY
                     Keynote Speaker--ADM lames M. Loy,
                     USCG (Ret.), TSA
10:00am-11:30am    Round Table (Security)
11:30am 2:00pm     Exhibits Revisited (Period II)
2:00pm-5:00pm      NDTA Forum Professional
                   Development Tracks I-V
5:00pm-5:45pm      A-35/CorTrans Logistics Duck Drop
6:30pm-7:00pm      Annual Forum Reception
7:00pm-10:00pm     Chairman's Awards Dinner
10:00pm-12:00am    Sato Travel/Dollar Rent A Car Hospitality

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17
7:00am-10:00am     Registration
7:30am-9:30am      Annual Board Meeting and Breakfast Bar
9:45am-10:15am     MILITARY TRANSFORMATION
                     Keynote Speaker--Gen John Handy,
                     USAF, Cmdr, USTRANSCOM, AMC
10:30am-11:30am    Professional Development,
                     Motivational Speaker, Mark Sanborn
11:45am-2:00pm     International Awards Luncheon
2:00pm-3:00pm      Exhibitor's Grand Prize Drawing and
                     Official Close of Forum

EXHIBITOR'S SCHEDULE

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 14
Noon-4:00pm        Exhibit Set-up
                   (Crown Center Exhibit Hall)

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 15
8:00am-4:00pm      Exhibit Set-up
                     (Crown Center Exhibit Hall)
                     Set-up must be done by 4pm
5:00pm-6:00pm      Exhibitor's Appreciation Reception
                     (Empire Ballroom)
6:00pm-8:30pm      President's Reception/Official Opening
                     of Exhibits (Exhibit Period I)
                     (Crown Center Exhibit Hall)

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16
11:30am-2:00pm     Exhibits Revisited/Buffer Luncheon
                     (Exhibits Period II)
                     (Crown Center Exhibit Hall)
2:30pm-5:30pm      Exhibit Tear-down

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17
2:00pm-3:00pm      Exhibitor's Grand Prize Drawing
                     (Crown Center Exhibit Hall)

ATTENTION: Dress for all attendees in the audience and all exhibitors at activities listed on the Daily Events Schedule is Business casual, i.e. coat and slacks, NO ties. EXCEPT for the Chairman's Award Dinner, which is black-tie preferred. Awards, panelists, speakers and others "on stage" should wear coat and tie or uniform as prescribed by individual services.

PROFESSIONAL TRACK INFORMATION

Monday, 15 September 2003, 2-3:15 p.m.

1. DEFENSE SUPPLY CHAIN TRANSFORMATION

Moderator: Mr. Alan Estevez, Assistant Deputy Under Secretary of Defense (Supply Chain Integration), Office of the Secretary of Defense

To win the global war on terror, the armed forces must be more flexible, agile, and responsive. Our end-to-end supply chain must be transformed to support this war. Learn what DoD is doing and provide your ideas.

2. ACQUISITION REFORM

Moderator: GEN William Tuttle, USA (Rot), former Commander, U.S. Army Materiel Command and Past President, Logistics Management Institute

Public sector acquisition has undergone a facelift. This group of experts will explore the changes and why they are overdue, how they contribute to longer term, performance based relationships, and what the potential impacts are on your business, and what may be in the offering for future changes

3. THE AIRLINE INDUSTRY--PARTNERS IN GOVERNMENT TRAVEL

Moderator: Mr. Denny Clifford, Director, Military and Government Sales, Northwest Airlines, Inc.

Come and join a few of your airline industry representatives for a briefing on the status of how some of our major carriers are meeting the challenges of post 9/11 and their plans to meet their goals for the future. Specific subjects will include an update on the economic status and future challenges of the airline industry, e travel initiatives, CRAF as part of Operation Enduring Freedom, and the GSA city pair contract in today's environment. Come and share your experiences and ideas on what you would like to see as future enhancements to the airline's government programs.

4. SECURITY--THE NEW GLOBAL TRANSPORTATION SECURITY IMPERATIVE: NETWORK CENTRIC DETERRENCE AND PROTECTION

Moderator: Rob Fitzgerald, Executive Director, Defense Programs, Northrop Grumman Information Technology

The nation's vast inter-modal transportation systems are marvels of innovation and productivity, but efficient functioning and interconnectedness within and across systems also means that infrastructures are vulnerable. During 2002, the Federal Government began to organize to meet the increased requirements of global inter-modal transportation security The Panel members will address strategic security issues addressing the question of: "How will national and local or regional governments, the Department of Defense and industry establish global and regional security policies and standards, the supporting technical collaborative infrastructure, and address the associated resourcing issues for critical initiatives?"

5. OPERATION IRAQI FREEDOM--WE WERE THERE

Moderator: RADM Chris Ames, Director, Policy and Plans, USTRANSCOM

Airlift, sealift, and surface personnel will relate first-hand experiences in the war effort, including ground-breaking C17 combat actions

Monday, 15 September 2003, 3:45-5 p.m.

1. INDUSTRY BEST PRACTICES AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT TRENDS

Moderator: Ann Grakin, Founding Partner, ChainLink Research

Commercial best practice and techniques have emerged as important forces in supply chain transformation at the DoD. Just what can we learn from the commercial sector, and just as importantly, what issues exist in the adoption of commercial approaches?

2. TECHNOLOGY--THE GREAT ENABLER

Moderator: Mr. Earl Boyanton, Assistant Deputy Under Secretary of Defense for Transportation Policy

Moving information has become as critical as moving people and supplies. This session will be a discussion of IT initiatives that support global distribution and enhance security through visibility and common operating pictures.

3. DEFENSE TRAVEL SYSTEM, INSIDE AND OUT!

Facilitator: Mr. Rich Fabbre, Program Manager, Defense Travel System, TRW Systems and Information Technology, Inc.

The new release of the Defense Travel System (DTS)leveraged internet technology to bring DoD Travelers significant improvements and streamlined processes for the entire temporary duty travel experience. Web portal access provides the opportunity to make travel arrangements, prepare and submit authorizations and vouchers electronically and get fast, accurate EFT payments. Join DTS Program Office, airline, car rental and hotel industry representatives for an "Inside and Outside" view of the new DTS and learn what the experts are saying about it.

4. BEST PRACTICES IN SUPPLY CHAIN SECURITY

Facilitator: Irv Varkonyi, Professor, George Mason University

Discuss and see what is possible and what is happening today. Includes a real-Lime demonstration of Dog's IRIS--the current ultimate in in-transit visibility and a presentation of US Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT) and more.

5. INDUSTRY IN OPERATION IRAQI FREEDOM--PART OF THE TOTAL FORCE

Facilitator: RADM Chris Ames, Director, Policy and Plans, USTRANSCOM

We will discuss the significant contributions our commercial partners made to the overall war effort, the strength of various programs (CRAF, VISA, MSP) that provided the vital links between DoD and industry, and adaptations that were implemented in these links during the course of this latest contingency.

Tuesday, 16 September 2003, 2-3:15 p.m.

1. OUTSOURCING: TO OUTSOURCE, OR NOT TO OUTSOURCE, THAT IS THE QUESTION

Moderator: Brad Berkson, Special Assistant to the Acting Under Secretary of Defense (Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics)

How does a 3PL or 4PL deliver advantage? When are outsourced solutions appropriate, and just as importantly, when are outsourced solutions inappropriate?

2. CIVILIAN AGENCY UPDATE

Moderator: Becky Rhodes, Deputy Associate Administrator, Transportation and Personal Property Policy, GSA

GSA, USPS and State Department will combine to present a comprehensive picture of their priorities and initiatives.

3. E-TS, THE END-TO-END TRAVEL MANAGEMENT PROGRAM FOR THE GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION

Facilitator: Mr. Timothy Burke, Director, Travel Management Policy, Managing Partner, E-travel Initiative, Office of Government Policy, US General Services Administration

Overview of the GSA e-TS travel program and how GSA has reached their goals in having developed a government wide, Web based, end-to-end travel management program. Receive an update firsthand on implementation schedules and timelines, as well as what regulatory actions have been completed. Come and share your questions with the GSA team!

4. ENHANCING NATIONAL SECURITY AND OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY TOGETHER ONE MODE AT A TIME

Facilitator: Rich Biter, Deputy Director, Office of Intermodalism, DoT

Join our engaging discussion of current security practices by air, sea and land. Find out what's in the regulatory pipeline and discuss the impact an your business!

5. SUPPORT TO THE WAR FIGHTER

Facilitator: RADM Chris Ames, Director, Policy and Plans, USTRANSCOM

USTRANSCOM will open discussion with the military perspective on supporting the war fighter in OPERATION IRAQI FREEDOM. Then industry representatives will present their view in supporting the war fighter. The presentations will address the impact of this support on both DoD and industry.

Tuesday, 16 September 2003, 3:45-5 p.m.

1. TECHNOLOGY: THE SUPPLY CHAIN ENABLER

Moderator: TBD

DoD Logistics exists to support the Warfighter's need for material and information--what, when, and where the Warfighter needs it. More than just systems "integration," DoD transformation aims to deliver seamless logistics information interoperability and connectivity across all components and suppliers to deliver fused information to the warfighter.

2. DEFENSE TRANSPORTATION OUTLOOK

Moderator: Mr. Bill Lucas, Deputy to the Commander, MTMC

This panel will address and discuss emerging changes and potential business opportunities in the airlift, sealift and surface distribution side of defense.

3. THE CHALLENGING WORLD OF TRAVEL MANAGEMENT

Facilitator: Ms. Phyllis Reagan, Vice President, SatoTravel, A Navigant International Company

Come and hear from some of the most prominent Travel Managers in the Military and Government Travel communities. You will hear about their organization's unique requirements, the challenges of meeting their customer service expectations and what they are looking for in the future!

4. UNDERSTANDING THE NEW DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

Moderator: Mr. Stuart Ferency, Executive Director, Office of Radiological Pilot Programs, TSA

An interactive discussion on hew the member agencies will be working together for the security of all modes of transportation in the United States. The DHS team will discuss their effort to continue to improve security in the US.

5. INNOVATIONS IN INFORMATION SHARING

Facilitator: RADM Chris Ames, Director, Policy and Plans, USTRANSCOM

Knowledge Sharing! Participants will see USTRANSCOM's new web based system, innovations in DoD tracking systems, and approaches to sharing timely, actionable information between Defense and Industry.

KEYNOTE SPEAKERS

Gee John Handy, USAF

Commander, USTRANSCOM and Commander, AMC

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LtGen Gary Hughey, USAF

DeputyCommander, USTRANSCOM

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ADM James M. Loy, USCG (Ret.)

Administrator, TSA

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The Honorable Diane K. Morales

Deputy Under Secretary of Defense, L&MR

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Mr. William Zollars

Chairman, President and CEO, Yellow Corporation

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FORUM SPECIAL EVENTS

GOLF TOURNAMENT

Sunday, September 14

8:00am-3:00pm

Adams Pointe Golf Club

A world-class facility set in the rolling hills of Blue Springs, MO. It is one of the best public golf courses in the Kansas City area. Nature is the backdrop here with protected wetland areas, stone lined ponds, native prairie grass roughs, immaculate bent grass greens and Bermuda fairways. The challenging front nine is skillfully carved out of the forest and wetland areas with a creek running through all nine holes. The scenic back nine features championship links-style golf with dramatic changes in elevation and ponds that come into play on five holes. Adams Pointe also preserves the highest level of playability with four sets of tees ranging from 5,060 yards to 6,938 yards. Golf package includes lunch, transportation, green fees, personalized golf cart, bag tags, Adams Pointe golf balls and shopping credit towards pro shop. Players should wear traditional golf attire.

EVENING EVENT

Sunday, September 14 6:00pm-10:00pm

Welcome to Historic Kansas City Union Station

Join us for a fabulous evening at the historic Kansas City Union Station. Feast on an ultimate barbeque experience from one of the city's top restaurants. After dinner, tour the Union Station Complex and discover Science City along with various exhibits. Dress casual for an evening of fun and exploration. Union Station was originally built to be the grand entrance to Kansas City and gateway to the west. Kansas City maintains its position as the second busiest railroading center in America with up to 180 trains passing by Union Station each day. Proceeds benefit the NDTA Scholarship Fund.

GUEST TOUR

Monday, September 15 10:30am-3:30pm

The Best of Everything, The Plaza, Kansas City

Guests will experience Kansas City's most charming shopping, dining and entertainment district. The Plaza is a wonderful outdoor museum of romantic Spanish architecture and European art where people actually live and work every day amid its beauty. Guests will have two hours to explore the plaza and then will be transported to the Webster House for a gourmet lunch. On the way to the Webster House, the guests will tour Ward Parkway, one of Kansas City's most beautiful boulevards, and view exquisite homes and estates. The Webster House is a hundred-year old structure that was once a schoolhouse and today is beautifully renovated to house a shop of antiques and gifts and fine dining.

MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKER

Tuesday, September 16 10:30am-11:30am

Mark Sanborn

Mark Sanborn is known internationally as a "high content speaker who motivates." He presents 90100 programs every year on leadership, team building, customer service and mastering change. In addition to speaking, consulting, and training, Mark is president of Sanborn & Associates, Inc., an idea lab dedicated to developing leaders in business and in life.

Adopt A Duck

Adopt your Ducks for the Annual A-35/Cor Trans "Duck Drop." The drop will be held at 5pm, Tuesday, September 16, Immediately following The professional sessions. Proceeds benefit the NDTA Scholarship Fund.

Any A-35 or CorTrans representative in Kansas City can provide you with ducks and details before the drop.

Grand Prize: One Week Caribbean Vacation; at a SuperClubs Resort, including Two free roundtrip, coach airline tickets.

1st Prize: two free, roundtrip, coach class airline tickets to Europe.

2nd Prize: One Weekend in a Holiday Inn of your choice in the continental US

4th Prize: Two-night in a Candlewood Suites hotel of your choice in the continental US

2003 FORUM EARLY-BIRD WINNERS

HOTEL ROOM AT FORUM

Jim Kidd, R&R Trucking

SCHOLARSHIP EVENT TICKETS

Gary Vernon, Tri-State Motor Transit Co.

SCHOLARSHIP EVENT TICKETS

Charles Cobb, AAFES Logistics

CAR RENTAL AT FORUM

Ted Bembenek, GSA

FORUM EXHIBITORS *

A-35 Committee

AAR Mobility Systems

ABF Freight System

ACCOR Business & Leisure Hotels

Acme Truck Lines

Advantage Rent-A-Car

AIRGO Industries

AirNet Systems, Inc.

Alamo Rent A Car and National Car Rental

American Auto Logistics & American Roll-on Roll-Off Carrier

American President Lines, Ltd.

American Trans Airlines, Inc.

Anteon Corporation

Associated Global Systems

BAX Global

Baymont Inns & Suites/Woodfield Suites

Best Western International

B.F. Saul Company

BLG Automobile Logistics (Port of Bremerhaven)

BTL Solutions, Inc.

C2 Freight Resources, Inc.

Calhoon MEBA Engineering School

Candlewood Hotel Company

Capital Hospitality Group (Hawthorne Suites--Alexandria)

Carlson Hotels Worldwide

CW Government Travel, Inc.

Cartwright International

Cendant Car Rental Group (Avis & Budget)

Cendant Corporation

Charleston Marine Containers, Inc.

Choice Hotels International

Clarion Hotel--Town Center

Computer Sciences Corporation

Cornerstone Systems, Inc.

CorTrans Logistics, LLC

CRST

DHL Danzas Air & Ocean

DLA/DDC

EGL Eagle Global Logistics, LP

European Region--NDTA

Evergreen international AIrlines

EXEL

FedEx

FedEx Custom Critical

Fox Rent A Car

General Services Administration

Greater Milwaukee C&VB

Hertz

Holiday Inn on The Hill

Homewood Suites by Hilton

Hyatt Regency Hotels--Dallas, Atlanta, Miami

i2 Technologies

Innovative Logistics Techniques, Inc.

InterContinental Hotels Group

Interstate Worldwide Relocation

IOMMP

Joint Project Management Office--Transp. Info. Systems

La Quinta Inns

LabelMaster Software

Landstar Systems

LINPAC Materials Handling

LoneStar Transportation Co., Inc.

Maersk, Inc.

Manugistics

Maritime Administration

Mayflower Transit

Menlo Worldwide

Mercer Transportation Company

Military Sealift Command

Military Sealift Command--Operation Iraqi Freedom

Military Times

Military Traffic Management Command

Modern Technologies Corporation

National Air Cargo Inc.

Northrop Grumman

National Transportation Week-DOT

OAG

Oakwood Worldwide

Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc.

Overnite

P&O Nedlloyd

Panther II Transportation

Pilot Air Freight

Precision Software

Prime Hospitality

Roadway Express, Inc.

R&R Trucking

Sabre Travel Network

San Diego C&VB

SatoTravel

Savi Technology

Sea Containers

Sealed Air Corporation

SuperClubs

Team Worldwide

Tri-State Expedited Services, Inc.

TSMT

TTX

U.S. Transportation Command

United Seamen's Service Club

United Van Lines

UPS

US Bank PowerTrack

USMMA

USO World Headquarters

UTXL Inc.

Virginian Suites

Yellow Corporation

As of 25 August, 2003 *

NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION AWARD

Savi Technology, is recognized for its leadership in providing Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology and software to significantly improve end-to-end-supply chain management and visibility of military supply shipments within the Department of Defense and for improving the security of ocean cargo containers being shipped into the United States. After Desert Shield/Desert Storm, two technologies were cited as major contributors to success--precision weapons and Global Positioning Systems (GPS).

Savi Technology has demonstrably advanced the art and science of defense transportation by providing DOD the technology to move away from brute force logistics (large stockpiles of materiel) in the operational theater and toward the precise delivery of materiel to the required location at the right time. This reduces the "logistics footprint" in the theater of operations and improves operational efficiency. Using Savi's technology, along with other technology providers, DOD has installed a worldwide infrastructure network, called Total Asset Visibility (TAV), for real-time tracking of materiel moving through the complex supply chain from origin to destination. The TAV network consists of 750 nodes distributed across more than 40 countries supporting 6,000+ users DOD-wide. Before the start of Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF), the Commander, US Central Command, released a message stating US Central Command had reviewed many different technologies used for achieving visibility of materiel entering the Theater of Operations. The technology that performed the best was RFID. He directed that RFID technology be used for all materiel coming into the AOR. As a result of its work with DOD, and as demonstrated in OIF, Savi Technology is positioned to provide all of the Department of Defense and industry with the capability to manage their global end-to-end supply chain with precision guided logistics technology. RFID may be the technology cited as a major contributor to the success of OIF.

In the late Fall of 2001, after the events of 9/11, Savi Technology recognized the need to improve the security of sea containers entering the United States. With the help of Savi Technology, the Strategic Council on Security Technology was formed to review global supply chain security problems and take actions to reduce vulnerabilities. The outcome of this review was the Smart and Secure Tradelanes (SST) initiative. Savi took a leadership position to bring together the various SST partners who work in close coordination with government agencies to set up automated tracking infrastructure in many of the world's major ocean trade lanes. Today, RFID infrastructure and software have been installed in about 18 major seaports, creating a global security network for containers secured with RFID-enabled smart seals. Further, SST now includes more than 68 partners--including international manufacturers and retailers, freight forwarders, logistics service providers, carriers, port operators, technology companies, and others--to improve both the security and efficiency of transporting ocean cargo containers, which account for 90 percent of world trade. By year's end, the SST network will include operational terminals at ports in Asia, the United States, Latin America, and Europe.

Savi Technology is transforming the end-to-end supply chain--changing the way it is operated, managed and secured. RFID technology and supporting software enable all participants in the supply chain to know in real-time the precise location and status of their shipment. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, Savi is breaking the logistics paradigm, providing innovative solutions to its broad base of customers--Government and commercial--and contributing to improved National Security.

PREVIOUS NATIONAL

TRANSPORTATION

AWARD RECIPIENTS

1950 CPT Valdemar C. Farrell

1951 Herman Lamp

1952 Igor Sikorsky

1953 William Francis Gibbs

1954 L. B. DeLong

1955 Charles H. Weaver

1956 Dr. Donald W. Dauglas

1957 Donald J. Russell

1958 William T. Faricy

1959 Robert G. LeTourneau

1960 Stephen D. Bechtel

1961 Morris Forgash

1962 Sen. Warren G. Magnuson

1963 Congressman Warren Harris

1964 The Tulane University-Institute of Foreign Transp. and Port Operations

1965 Daniel J. Haughton

1966 Juan T. Trippe

1967 Frank A. Nemec

1968 Stuart T. Saunders

1969 Austin J. Tobin

1970 Thomas B. Crowley

1971 William M. Allen

1972 W. Thomas Rice

1973 Robert W. Prescott

1974 Welby M. Frantz

1975 Robert J. Pfeiffer

1976 Russell E. Garrett

1977 George F. Boyd

1978 W. T. Beebe

1979 Dr. George E. Mueller

1980 William T. Seawell

1981 Prime F. Osborn III

1982 W. James Amoss Jr.

1983 L. Stanley Crane

1984 Edwin L. Colodny

1985 Frederick Dunikoski

1986 John D. Kenefick

1987 Walter A. Abernathy

1988 Frederick W. Smith

1989 Larry R. Scott

1990 Ronald W. Drucker

1991 Lane Kirkland

1992 Ronald W. Allen

1993 Delford M. Smith

1994 James A. Hagen

1995 John F. McDonnell

1996 Jeffrey C. Crowe

1997 John P. Clancey

1998 Lockheed Martin Mission Systems

1999 Michael Sacco

2000 Tim Rhein

2001 Raymond P. Ebeling

2002 LTG Edward Honor, USA

DoD DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD

Vice Admiral Gordon S. Holder. USN

USN Director for Logistics, J-4

The Joint Staff

Vice Admiral Gordon S. Holder, Director for Logistics for the Joint Staff at the Pentagon, since August 2001, is a most worthy recipient of tire National Defense Transportation Association Department of Defense Distinguished Service Award. His untiring efforts to maximize the logistics capabilities of the unified and specified commands have resulted in the transformation of strategic mobility that has benefited all Services, Combatant Commanders and industry alike. He has clearly demonstrated outstanding leadership and highly innovative managerial skills in shaping the future of the defense transportation system.

As the principal advisor to the Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff, for joint and combined logistics, and mobility matters, Vice Admiral Holder influenced policies, requirements, programs, and joint studies focused on emerging strategic lift capabilities. He also provided timely guidance to the Combatant Commander's, Military Services, and Combat Support Defense Agencies for the preparation of their respective logistic and mobility studies.

During Operations Noble Eagle, Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom, Vice Admiral Holder drove the logistics decision making process at the highest levels of the Department of Defense on how best to allocate strategic lift resources to shape and facilitate support to the Global War on Terrorism. Through the interagency process, he orchestrated the complicated movement of the 4th Infantry Division from its staging area in the Mediterranean Sea to its final destination in Iraq. He directed the Joint Logistics Operation Center (JLOC) to execute the worldwide logistic aspects of current operations. From 11 September 2001 to mid February 2003, JLOC monitored the accomplishment of over 13,000 air missions, transporting 406,000 personnel and 425,000 tons of cargo. The JLOC tracked and reported on 31 Ready Reserve Fleet ships (all dedicated to moving the 4th Infantry Division) and over 50 other US-Flag and Foreign-Flag vessels. This meant a total of 165 MSC ships, with a cargo carrying capacity of 14 million square feet dedicated to supporting Iraqi Freedom. These 165 ships represented 77 percent of the total of 214 MSC ships. This armada moved in excess of 15 million square feet of cargo in 60 days compared to Desert Shield/Storm that took more than six months to move 33 million square feet of cargo. The results were closing a Desert Storm-equivalent sized force in two-thirds the time and into fewer ports. Vice Admiral Holder's constant emphasis on efficient and effective strategic sealift and airlift for Iraqi Freedom resulted in savings of over $168M through mid-March 2003.

Vice Admiral Holder articulated a compelling strategy for the utilization of Combat Support and Combat Service Support Reserve forces for the Secretary of Defense. He synchronized Combatant Commander requirements for the critical logistic skills of Reserve personnel supporting the Global War on Terrorism.

Vice Admiral Holder's leadership and innovativeness have been critical to the achievements of the Department of Defense. It is indeed highly appropriate that this outstanding Logistician is the recipient of the National Defense Transportation Association Department of Defense Distinguished Service Award for 2003.

PREVIOUS DoD DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD RECIPIENTS

1966 Col Pad Spivey, USAF

1967 RADM Edward F. Metzger, USN

1968 COL William E. Burton, USA

1969 Mr. Roland L. Guyotte Jr. (MTMTS)

1970 Brig Gen Otis E. Winn, USAF

1971 CAPT Jack M. Park, SC, USN

1972 CPT Dennis L. Edwards, USA

1973 LTC Ray C. Glore, USA

1974 BG Garland A. Lady, USA

1975 MG H. R. Del Mar, USA

1976 Lt Gen Maurice F. Casey, USAF

1977 Gen Paul K. Carlton, USAF

1978 COL John J. Kirchenstein, USA

1979 Maj Gen Charles C. Irions, USAF

1980 Honorable Paul H. Riley, DoD

1981 Gen Robert E. Huyser, USAF (Ret.)

1982 LTG Oren E. DeHaven, USA

1983 VADM Kent J. Carroll, USN (Ret.)

1984 Gen Thomas M. Ryan, Jr., USAF

1985 MG Harold I. Small, USA

1986 LTG Nathaniel R. Thompson, Jr., USA

1987 Maj Gen John E. Griffith, USAF

1988 LTG Edward Honor, USA

1989 Gen Duane H. Cassidy, USAF

1990 MG John R. Piatak, USA

1991 Gen Hansford T. Johnson, USAF

1992 GEN Jimmy D. Ross, USA

1993 LTG James D. Starling, USA

1994 Gen Ronald R. Fogleman, USAF

1995 Mary Lou McHugh

1996 VADM Philip M. Quast, USN

1997 LTG Hubert G. Smith, USA (Ret.)

1998 Gun Walter Kross, USAF

1999 VADM James B. Perkins, III, USN

2000 Mr. William Lucas, SES

2001 LTG Daniel G. Brown, USA

2002 MG Kenneth Privratsky, USA

NDTA PRESIDENT'S SPECIAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

Mary Ann Wagner

President and Founder

XIO Strategies

Mary Ann has willingly served the Association on its National Board of Directors as the Chair of the A-35 Program, as a Co-Chair for the National Forum, and as the President of the Washington DC Chapter.

In addition to the many accolades the Chapter earned during her tenure, no initiative has had greater impact than the Washington DC Chapter Mentor Protege Program. With a dedicated steering committee, sire conceived and launched the "LTG Ed Honor Mentor Protege Program," a dynamic professional program designed to assist in the development of the personal growth and networking opportunities of young professionals. The Program is designed to bring together 15 senior transportation, logistics, supply chain management and related industry executives with 15 proteges to meet on a regular basis to network and learn from one another. The format for the Mentor Protege program is being distributed to all NDTA Chapters to promote mentoring worldwide.

Mary Ann is a tireless worker on behalf of NDTA, promotes its benefits to new members, speaks regularly to students and other professional groups, and has a positive impact on all those with whom she comes in contact. She has worked at every level within our Association and is an exceptional example of selfless service and professional achievement.

Mr. Michael McVeigh

Director of Government Forwarding

Menlo Worldwide

The NDTA chapter in San Diego was an active chapter in Southern California until mid 2000. It remained dormant until November 2002. Michael McVeigh, the Director of Government Forwarding for Menlo Worldwide, relocated to the San Diego area last year and has been instrumental in reviving this chapter. Using his 15 years experience as an active member of the Baltimore chapter, he organized a group of 12 members that were willing to give their time to assist in getting the Chapter up and running. A letter of introduction was mailed to all existing members of the Chapter advising them of the goals for 2003. An introduction letter from LTG Wykle was included along with a member survey form asking for feedback on meeting interests. From this initial mailing, the "core group" was born, agreeing to serve as temporary board members until formal elections could be held. The core group held it's first meeting in the conference room of the San Diego C&VB in January 2003. A call from LTG Wykle, NDTA President, set everything in motion for the revitalization of the San Diego Chapter.

Presently, the San Diego Chapter has 68 active members. Like other NDTA Chapters, they have established a solid foundation of Defense Contractors, Industry and Transportation Vendors and DoD Employees/Personnel within our membership.

NDTA PRESIDENT'S AWARD

Captain Jeffrey L. Babinski, USAF

Captain Jeff Babinski distinguished himself in the performance of outstanding service to the United States of America while serving as Officer in Charge of the Aerial Port Operations Branch and as the Executive Officer for the USAFE Air Mobility Operations Control Center (AMOCC), Headquarters, United States Air Forces in Europe (USAFE), Ramstein Air Base Germany. While assigned to the AMOCC, Captain Babinski made the theater airlift system more efficient and more responsive to mission requirements. The improvements he made and his personal intervention in support of numerous deploying units had a direct impact on the War Against Terrorism and Operation Enduring Freedom. He facilitated the process for moving Enduring Freedom cargo on German C-160s, saving 30 critical C-17 missions for more demanding requirements. His success in overhauling the USEUCOM channel mission schedule saved an estimated 1.2 million dollars in improved aircraft utilization. He personally expedited the movement of 17 time-critical aircraft maintenance repair teams, raising mission capable rates to the highest possible levels and improving time-definite response for airlift customers. For these and numerous other contributions to the AMOCC and his customers, his commander recognized him as his best company grade officer for calendar year 2002. The distinctive accomplishments of Captain Babinski exemplify tile highest ideals of the National Defense Transportation Association.

INTERNATIONAL JUNIOR EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP AWARDS

MILITARY CATEGORY

Msgt Michael Theriault, USAF

Washington, D.C. Chapter

Master Sergeant Michael Theriault has distinguished himself through his exemplary and tireless service to the National Defense Transportation Association (NDTA) and to the United States Air Force over the past year. He has been engaged in numerous high profile assignments over the past year while at the Hessen Chapter in Germany and his most recent chapter assignment in Washington, DC. His responsibilities have included Membership Chairman of the Hessen Chapter, where 27 new members were recruited under his care, propelling Hessen to the place of second largest international NDTA chapter. MSgt. Theriault's track record continued when he arrived in Washington, D.C., with the recruitment of eleven new members since his arrival.

MSgt Theriault has organized tours of the Frankfurt International Airport and a memorable tour of Andrews Air Force base and Air Force One. He has been involved in numerous fundraising activities in support of the chapter and the US Air Force. In his present assignment as Superintendent of Passenger Services at Andrews Air Force Base, he is directly responsible for 47 military personnel and over $6M in assets. That site houses the only passport and visa operation within AMC, and MSgt. Theriault plays a key role in fulfilling the high security requirements that must be observed for the safe transport of the President, Vice President, members of Congress, and World Leaders. He also recently coordinated the national media event surrounding the return of PFC Jessica Lynch, a former POW of the Iraqi war.

CIVILIAN/GOVERNMENT CATEGORY

Mr. Steven Cubarney

Washington, D.C. Chapter

In the past year, Mr. Steven Cubarney distinguished himself as a true leader in the Washington, D.C. Chapter and the corporate world. His unwavering commitment to the chapter and to the LTG Edward Honor Mentor-Protege program has allowed the chapter to reach new heights in 2003.

The LTG Edward Honor Mentor-Protege program, launched in January 2003, was designed to facilitate professional growth and leadership opportunities within the Defense Transportation arena, allowing members of Industry and the Department of Defense with expertise in the logistics, supply chain, and transportation disciplines to serve as mentors to individuals interested in networking, learning new skills, and enhancing their careers. Steven was a key member of the program steering committee and quickly took the lead in the execution of the program, developing applications for Mentors and Proteges, setting dates and times, identifying locations for meetings, working logistics, and building challenging agendas. Steve's professionalism, leadership, and follow-through were the key factors in the overall success of this program. A total of 15 Mentor-Proteges participated in four two-hour sessions over a four-month period, and the program was so successful that it will be repeated this fall and is being made available to NDTA chapters worldwide.

While doing 110 percent for NDTA, Steve was providing the same level of service to the Military Traffic Management Command, where as an Assistant Project Manager for IBM he worked on the reengineering of MTMC's $2B annual Personal Property Program, leading the development of the future Defense Personal Property System solicitation, in doing this he built on successful experience working projects for the Defense Logistics Agency and the Department of State.

NBTA CORPORATE DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARDS

APL Limited

Avis Rent A Car Systems, Inc.

CorTrans Logistics, LLC

Dollar Rent A Car Systems, Inc.

FedEx

Hertz Corporation

InterContinental Hotels Group

Landstar System, Inc.

Menlo Worldwide

National Air Cargo, Inc.

Northwest Airlines, Inc.

Northrop Grumman

OAG

Panther II Transportation

SatoTravel

Southwest Airlines

SuperClubs

Thrifty Car Rental

Totem Ocean Trailer Express, Inc.

Tri-State Expedited Services, Inc.

Tri-State Motor Transit Co.

United Airlines

US Airways

NDTA DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARDS

Mr. Michael Carnes

Scott-St Louis Chapter

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Mr. Paul Kozak

Scott-St. Louis Chapter

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Ms. Terri Dalton

San Joaquin Valley Chapter

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Mr. Ronald Lacour

Montgomery Chapter

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LTC

John Fasching, USA

Washington, DC Chapter

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Ms. Elizabeth Pasqualucci

Scott St. Louis Chapter

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Captain

Adam R. Grayson, USAF

Scott St. Louis Chapter

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Msgt Don Punla, USAF

Rheinland-Pfalz Chapter

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A1C

Joseph Hammond, USAF

ITA Okinawa Chapter

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Mr. Robert Vidinha

All-American Chapter

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INSTRUCTORS OF THE YEAR

ARMY

SFC John R. Hanson, USA

9TH Transp. Battalion (USAR)

4TH Brigade, 98TH Division (IT)

Fairfield, CT

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SFC Howard J. Mayhew, USA

US Army Transportation School

Fort Eustis, VA

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SSgt Henry A. Smith, USA

58TH Transportation Battalion

Fort Leonard Wood, MO

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MARINES

SSgt Travis W. French, USMC

Logistics Operations School

Camp Johnson, NC

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SSgt John J. Hearn, USMC

Motor Transport Instructional Co

Fort Leonard Wood, M0

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MSgt Roger A. Villanueva, USMC

Marine Corps Detachment

U.S. Army Transportation School

Fort Eustis, VA

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NAVY

CMDR Joseph T. Sermarini, USN

Navy Supply Corps School

Athens, GA

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AIR FORCE

MSgt William Peterson, USAF

Detachment 1

345TH Training Squadron

Port Hueneme, CA

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INTERNATIONAL CHAPTER OF THE YEAR AWARDS

Category I (less than 100 members)

SAN DIEGO CHAPTER

The San Diego chapter of NDTA was reborn in January 2003 after several years of inactivity. Due to the efforts of a dedicated team of members, the chapter is back and very much alive with an aggressive meeting program, ongoing membership recruiting efforts, and the goal of being a viable and active chapter right up to the 2005 San Diego Forum and beyond.

This incredible journey started in November 2002 with the arrival of an active, 15-year NDTA member in the San Diego area. Securing a copy of the chapter membership list prior to moving, he targeted a dedicated "Core Group" of 12 members to take on the challenge of revitalizing the chapter. A mailing to existing members asked for serious commitments to invest some time in the success of the chapter. The Core Group also contacted corporate members and worked directly with the Convention & Visitors Bureau and local hotels to launch the initial organizational meeting, which included a greeting from LTG Ken Wykle, USA, who dialed in from Alexandria, Virginia to offer congratulations and support.

The Core Group of twelve all agreed to serve as acting board members and committee chairs until official elections could be held later in 2003. The first official chapter meeting in almost 3 years was held in February 2003 with an attendance of 25 members and guests.

The chapter continues to flourish with professional monthly programs that included presentations from the likes of Qualcomm, Unified Port of San Diego, Federal Security Director of San Diego, and USTRANSCOM (J5). San Diego has established a solid foundation of defense contractors, industry, transportation vendors, and DoD employees. The area has tire largest Military Complex in the world with over 150,000 active duty and civil service personnel and over 59,000 retirees, and an aggressive effort by the local chapter will ensure long-term success for NDTA in San Diego.

Category II (100-200 members)

CHARLESTON CHAPTER

The Charleston Chapter was selected in its first year as a Category II Chapter for consistently exceeding expectations in achieving the goals of NDTA. Specifically the Chapter is cited for superior performance in the areas of Community Transportation Development, Chapter Programs, Membership Development, and Disaster Preparedness.

In the area of Community Transportation Development, it has excelled by bringing in experts from throughout the transportation industry as guest speakers. This effort has increased its ability to educate the public about NDTA and resulted in a steady increase of participation at monthly meetings.

The Chapter continued to excel in Program and Membership Development. It has an excellent membership retention program, with each member being personally contacted before the membership passes into inactive status. It is this personal touch that lets the members know the chapter cares about each and every one of them. The Chapter A-35 Program is very unique in that there are two A-35 chairpersons--one works on the private industry side, the other on the military side. The Military Chair also serves as the A-35 Chair of the Southeast Region.

The Chapter's final area of focus this year has been on Disaster Preparedness. An outstanding example of this occurred in March 2003. Due to the war in Iraq, civilian personnel living in Turkey were evacuated back to the United States. They were airlifted to the Charleston International Airport, where chapter members actively assisted in meeting their many needs. The support they provided was greatly appreciated by these displaced Americans.

NDTA's Charleston Chapter is one of its finest and this award clearly recognizes its members' dedication to their country, the transportation and logistics professions, and the community of Charleston, South Carolina.

Category III (over 200 members)

SAN ANTONIO CHAPTER

The Alamo San Antonio Chapter aggressively promoted the spirit and mission of the NDTA by coordinating a Mayoral Proclamation that established Transportation Week in San Antonio, emphasizing the importance of transportation in the economy. San Antonio is one of the premier logistics hubs in the Southwest.

The chapter enthusiastically endorsed the NDTA Awards program by recognizing recipients in every category available for the military and industry representatives. Four scholarships were awarded in the amount of $3,500 implementing one of the fundamental pillars of NDTA education.

As a professional organization in the key major city closest to Mexico, the chapter addressed the requirements for US Customs Clearance--a vital consideration for commerce transiting the region and for the security of the US transportation system. The chapter reach is extensive--the American Legion in a nearby community needed expertise to route a 155MM howitzer from Rock Island, Illinois to their county, where it would serve as a memorial to all who served America with military service. The Chapter coordinated the movement, in the most economical and expeditious manner.

The Chapter is a partner in the dynamic and responsive transportation network, which Toyota Officials cited when they announced that San Antonio would be the location of their newest vehicle manufacturing plant. The Alamo Chapter has proudly demonstrated active community involvement with the various programs designed to enhance NDTA visibility in the area. It continues efforts to expand our reach and influence in the educational, military, and industrial arena. The Alamo Chapter has reflected great pride upon the NDTA.

INTERNATIONAL A-35 CHAPTER OF THE YEAR AWARDS

Category I (less than 100 members)

ITA HONSHU CHAPTER

The Honshu Chapter of ITA-NDTA reinvigorated it's A-35 program and once again proved itself to be a vibrant chapter with focus on expanding its membership roles and strengthening its ties with its host country of Japan through community relation efforts. With a chapter geographic region the size of New England and a membership base encompassing the Department of Defense, the Defense Logistics Agency, and corporate transportation and global logistics entities, the Honshu Chapter continues to emulate and promote the objectives of the NDTA, and it's A-35 members play a key role in this effort. With their help the chapter has increased in size for a third straight year and has expanded its executive officer roles to include an industrial community liaison to synergize efforts in the local communities. Its goodwill ambassadorial roles included support for a deserving orphanage of over 50 children, a nationwide telethon for the hearing impaired, and a highly successful blood drive. Its golf tournaments not only provided an outstanding venue for members to come together socially but it also led to the chapter's donating $4,000 worth of scholarships to graduating students and served as a great recruiting tool among potential A-35 members to spread the word on the NDTA's goals and mission of defense transportation. Aided by A-35 members, the chapter has worked hard to provide all its members with a diversified look at the transportation and global logistics arenas in Japan through a variety of meeting venues such as corporate flagship operations and air and naval bases in Japan. Because of its proven track record of successes and involvement, the Honshu Chapter is very deserving of this award as the Category I A-35 International Chapter of the Year.

Category II (100-200 members)

FORT EUSTIS/REGIMENTAL CHAPTER

Although the majority of the Fort Eustis/Regimental Chapter has deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and the global war on terrorism, the Chapter with the outstanding support of it A-35 members has continued to function and excel. Everyone who remained, working long hours performing critical support roles, kept the Chapter vital and relevant by successful planning, foresight and aggressive leadership.

They maintained a well-balanced professional program, worked tirelessly on community activities, became a standing partner for the Toys-for-Tots program, significantly increased their contributions to the student scholarship program, and expanded their participation with The Newport News City Emergency Transportation Planners. They have created a world-class website to more fully communicate with the Chapter members and to educate the public on the objectives, value of membership, and good works of the NDTA.

Through this difficult past year and its many daunting challenges, the A-35 members of the Fort Eustis / Regimental Chapter have not only helped the chapter continued to maintain an active, rewarding program for their members and their community, but have surpassed expectations.

For their outstanding efforts, and unwavering commitment and dedication to NDTA, we are pleased and honored to recognize the Fort Eustis/Regimental Chapter as the Category II International A-35 Chapter of the Year.

Category III (over 200 members)

WASHINGTON, D.C. CHAPTER

The Washington, DC A-35 Chapter continues to exemplify the best of American young professionals who have dedicated themselves to the defense of our country, to the betterment of the chapter, and to individual and peer professional development.

In the past year, the A-35 Chapter was involved in numerous activities in support of the chapter, community, and nation, including its active and increased participation at the monthly NDTA luncheons, bi-monthly board meetings, golf outings, the annual auction, and the launch of the LTG Edward Honor Mentor-Protege Program. This year's highlights of A-35 Chapter community participation include the Arlington Food Assistance Center and participation with the launch of the First Annual National Transportation Week Conference, held in Washington, DC

Expectations were clearly exceeded as attendance improved at the monthly luncheons, the annual auction proceeds exceeded $12,000 and were gifted to the Chapter's Scholarship fund. A-35er Steven Cubarney was instrumental in the launch of the first ever Mentor Protege Program within NDTA, and A-35ers played a key role in the inaugural National Transportation Week Conference held in Washington during National Transportation week, May 12th-18th 2003.

For these outstanding efforts and accomplishments the Washington, DC Chapter truly deserves to be designated NDTA's Category III International A-35 Chapter of the Year.

NDTA MILITARY UNITS AWARDS

Since 1966, NDTA has annually honored units of the military services that have performed outstanding service in transportation or a related field. These units are selected by each of the Services, and the awards are presented at NDTA's Annual Transportation and Logistics Forum and Exposition. Following are units chosen to be honored at the 2003 Forum in Kansas City, Missouri.

Army

Reserve Component Category

805TH Transportation Detachment

70TH Regional Support Command

Tacoma, Washington

The 805th Transportation Detachment is an Army Reserve watercraft unit operating a 275-ft logistics ship providing the Army with organic cargo transportation capability. The mission of the 805th Transportation Detachment is to engage in Intra-Theater line haul of cargo to support combat unit deployment and re-locations in a Theater of Operations.

The 805th Transportation Detachment was the first Army Reserve watercraft unit to be mobilized since the Vietnam war when they were mobilized in support of Operation Enduring Freedom March 25, 2002. Upon mobilization they successfully completed all validation tasks ahead of schedule, prepared the LSV-3 for overseas movement and then sailed 6200 miles via the Panama Canal to Ft Eustis, VA. Upon arrival in Ft Eustis, they were then forward deployed to Kuwait where they relieved the Active component crew of LSV-4 for a six-month rotation in the US Central Command Area of Operations in the Arabian Gulf. Upon completion of their forward deployed rotation, they returned to Ft Eustis, VA, where they continued to provide transportation support by providing regional shipping capability in the Norfolk, VA, area aboard LSV-3 until released from Active Duty in March of 2003.

During their deployment the 805th Transportation Detachment set the standard for Army LSV operations with 100 percent mission accomplishment, sailing almost 27,000 accident free miles while providing over 16 million pounds of cargo to include over 400 vehicles, 243 containers, and 8 pallets of aircraft equipment to war fighters in Operation Enduring Freedom with no personnel injuries or damage to cargo.

Navy

Active Duty Category

Navy/AMC Air Terminal

Naval Region, Mid-Atlantic

Norfolk, Virginia

Personnel of Naval Air Terminal Norfolk, Virginia performed in an exceptional manner during 2002. While operating one of the largest Air Mobility Command (AMC) passenger terminals in the world and the third largest cargo operation by volume, the terminal consistently distinguished itself by providing unparalleled support to prosecute Operation Enduring Freedom and the Global War on Terrorism. These efforts proved to be the cornerstone in enabling dramatically improved overall readiness throughout the US Atlantic Fleet and forward-deployed ground forces in theaters of combat operation.

Joint logistics services included support for over 100 US and coalition ships, Marine Expeditionary and Army Airborne Forces, Special Warfare units, Air Force bomber and fighter squadrons, humanitarian assistance missions, and numerous other Department of Defense components. During this period, the air terminal processed 99,131 passengers and 92,462,000 pounds of joint military material including 5,600,000 pounds of humanitarian cargo, on 6,004 airlifts.

Through superior logistics expertise, unparalleled personal commitment, and constant involvement, logistics problems were foreseen and resolved, long-term improvements implemented, and operational support capabilities enhanced to meet all logistics transportation requirements. Without question, the Naval Air Terminal Norfolk's professionalism, performance, and demonstrated contributions in support of international coalition forces during the war on terrorism and preparations for the liberation of Iraq were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Department of Defense.

Navy

Reserve Component Category

Fleet Logistics Support Squadron FOUR-SIX (VR-4G)

Fleet Logistics Support Wing

Marietta, Georgia

Fleet Logistics Support Squadron FOUR-SIX (VR-4G) sets the standard for all logistics support squadrons. VR-46 significantly impacted worldwide logistics of the US Armed Forces with 365 days of unsurpassed service around the globe. The "Eagles" traversed six continents in support of Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, Army, and numerous multinational units. Throughout the year over 1,553,200 miles were flown safely, while supporting virtually every major military operation and exercise.

Sorties included the movement of 1,276,945 pounds of cargo and 21,442 passengers in the direct support of NATO Operational Forces in 118 countries. The squadron also operated extensively in the dangerous and unstable South American theatre, flying 22 missions while transporting 12,820 pounds of cargo and 130 passengers. VR-46 completed its missions flawlessly, surpassing 50,000 mishap-tree flight hours covering a 27-year period, the longest mishap-free record in the Fleet Logistics Support Wing.

VR-46 also launched the Fleet Logistics Support Wings efforts in supporting Operation Enduring Freedom. The "Eagles" deployed on short notice over the Christmas holiday to NAVCENT, flawlessly laying the foundation for all future detachments with an evaluation of theatre force protection, logistics, and flight procedures. VR-46's efforts were recognized this past year when it was selected for the prestigious multi-service Joint Operational Support Airlift Center (JOSAC) Large Aircraft Unit of the Year Award. VR-46's operational prowess is also supported by a superior maintenance department, which shined during a Triennial Fleet Logistics Support Wing Quality Visit and an in-depth Naval Safety Center Survey. The tireless efforts of the Maintenance Department directly equated to a 4.77 direct maintenance man-hour per flight hour at a cost of $1,012.31 per flight hour.

Adding to the rich history of Naval Aviation and demonstrating the critical importance of logistics, VR-46 performed the transfer of a Navy C-9B from active service to the Naval Aviation Museum in Pensacola, Florida. This transfer was televised and published nationally.

Marines

Active Duty Category

The 3d Transportation Support Battalion

3d Force Service Support Group

Okinawa, Japan

The 3d Transportation Support Battalion (TSP) distinguished itself as one of the safest, most effective transportation units in DOD during the award period. 3d TSP's mission is to provide motor transport and landing force support to Okinawa-based Marine units of the III Marine Expeditionary Force (MEF) as well as to forward deployed Marine Air-Ground Task Forces (MAGTF). Combat readiness is the primary focus of the 3d TSB, whether performing in garrison or during field operations.

3d TSB's numerous deployed operations included Exercise Freedom Banner/Cobra Gold in Thailand and the download and regeneration of the MV Lopez at Chinhae, Korea. Designated as Brigade Service Support Group-3 in Thailand, the Command offloaded over 519 Principal End Items (PEI's) from the MV Lumrnus and MV Williams. Additionally, 593 passengers, an additional 730 PEIs, and $88 short tons of cargo were downloaded from the high-speed vessels MSC Green Wave and Pacific Leader, and USNS Seay. During the exercise, 3d TSP Marines logged over 47.3K accident-free miles while transporting over 151.2K tons of break bulk cargo and equipment and over 3.6K personnel. In August and November 2002, 3d TSB task organized a 180-Marine and Sailor Combat Service Support Detachment (CSSD) to support the download and regeneration of the MV Lopez. The Lopez suffered fire damage and required immediate download to facilitate repairs. The CSSD offloaded, staged, and regenerated 730 PEI5 and 498 containers. This unusual real-world operation saw the 3d TSP Commander function as the 3d Marine Expeditionary Brigade (Forward), commanding both the 3d Force Service Support Group and 3d Marine Division elements.

The 3d TSB's work ethic, innovation and dedication to duty along with its Marines' ability to respond to any contingency within the area of responsibility of III MEF accurately illustrates the readiness and performance expectations placed upon the military forces of our nation by the American people.

Marines

Reserve Component Category

6th Motor Transportation Battalion

4th Force Service Support Group

Red Bank, New Jersey

The 6th Motor Transport Battalion, dubbed the "Baghdad Express" during Operations Desert Shield/Storm, continued its drive north through Kuwait and into Iraq during Operation Enduring Freedom/Iraqi Freedom.

After receiving the Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement (MTVR) in September 2002, the Battalion licensed 200 Marines on the MTVR in three months. By the time hostilities commenced, over 350 Marines within the Battalion were licensed with an additional 100 cooks, mechanics, and administrative personnel ready to drive the MTVR, if the situation required.

Early in the deployment, it became apparent that in order to meet the lift requirements of the aggressive campaign plan, Host Nation vehicles would be necessary. Immediately, the Battalion developed a plan for the employment of commercial vehicles and a training program to teach Marines to drive Host Nation tractors, trailers, refuelers, and buses. By mid-March 2003, the Battalion had trained more than 700 operators to drive Host Nation equipment.

As a result of the training and the unrelenting drive to accomplish the mission exhibited by each Marine, the Battalion completed more than 800 missions in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, traveling more than 1.8M miles, and moving over 9.5M short tons of ammunition and 21K passengers including enemy Prisoners of War. In addition, the Battalion dispensed over 7M gallons of fuel and 2.5M gallons of water while prosecuting the campaign. An emphasis on safety combined with tire training and mettle of individual Marines, enabled the 6th Motor Transport Battalion to accomplish its mission without a single loss of life from hostile fire, vehicular accident, or any other serious incident. This is the Battalion's most notable accomplishment and the one in which its Marines take the greatest pride.

AirForce

Active Duty Catergory

723d Air Mobility Squadron

Air Mobility Command

Ramstein Airbase, Germany

The 723d Air Mobility Squadron, Ramstein Air Base, Germany, is a team of over 450 military personnel and 100 US and local national civilians providing command and control, aircraft maintenance, and aerial port services for US and coalition aircraft at Air Mobility Command's busiest en route air hub.

2002 proved to be the squadron's busiest to date. With the buildup of the Global War on Terrorism, the squadron handled over 139,000 tons of cargo and 133,000 passengers on 18,000 aircraft missions. The activation of the Civil Reserve Air Fleet contributed to this increase. During 2002, the squadron handled 2,388 B-747 missions--an average of 61 each day and an increase of 300 percent over 2001. This is a remarkable feat, considering Ramstein is a fighter base converted for use by cargo aircraft with 10 separate aircraft ramps with 62 parking spots spread out over 25 square miles. Over 40 percent of the missions require a three-mile trek from the squadron compound. Additionally, the 723 AMS supported 33 percent of the worldwide en route maintenance workload, correcting 6,850 discrepancies on 4,300 aircraft. 76 Maintenance Recovery Teams deployed to 18 sites across Europe, Southwest Asia, and Africa to repair AMC aircraft.

The most valuable assets in the 723 AMS are its people. In spite of the workload, squadron personnel found the time to support the local community as coaches, mentors, group leaders, and sponsors. For instance, 723 AMS personnel make up over 10 percent of the Ramstein's Elite Honor Guard. Additionally, 130 squadron members contributed over 600 hours to Airmen Against Drunk Driving, potentially saving 375 lives.

These examples typify the outstanding performance of the members of the 723d Air Mobility Squadron, and are the reason for the squadron's selection as the 2002 National Defense Transportation Association Air Force Active Component Military Unit of the Year.

Air Force

Reserve Component Category

193d Special Operations Wing

Air National Guard

Harrisburg International Airport, Middletown, Pennsylvania

The 193d Special Operations Wing, Logistics Readiness Squadron, Transportation Section, located in Middletown, Pennsylvania is extremely honored and proud to be the recipient of the 2002 National Defense Transportation Association Military Unit of the Year Award. The 193rd Transportation Section's 27 personnel provide traffic management, vehicle operations and vehicle maintenance support for the only unit in the USAF that flies and maintains six EC-130E aircraft that conduct airborne information operations and civil affairs broadcast missions.

The 193rd Transportation Section also supports vehicle requirements for the 193rd Regional Support Group, which is made up of nine geographically separated units. They are the 112th Air Operations Squadron, 201st Red Horse Flight, 211th Engineering Installation Squadron, 271st Combat Communications Squadron, Detachment 1 Bomb Range, a Regional Equipment Operator School, a Lightning Force Academy, and the Air National Guard Band of The Mid-Atlantic. The 193d Transportation Section was also responsible for the 258th Air Traffic Control Squadron, Johnstown, until its recent reassignment to the 17 1st Air Refueling Wing, Pittsburgh.

During 2002 the Transportation Section's registered equipment management system monitor accounted and reported status on an average of 423 assigned vehicles. Vehicle Maintenance maintained a fleet of 105 vehicles and equipment items with an average vehicle in commission rate of 97 percent. Vehicle Operations received and satisfied over 1,200 requests for motor vehicle services--completing 1,129 dispatches while maintaining a 99 percent vehicle dispatch rate. The Transportation Management Office shipped more than 800 tons of cargo via government and commercial modes of transportation and scheduled more than 1,000 military personnel on commercial airlines, saving the government over $1.5 million through a self-initiated savings program. Additionally, five transportation personnel deployed for a total of 194 days to the US CENTCOM region in support of Air Expeditionary Force/Operation Enduring Freedom, and six deployed to Hurlburt Field, Florida for a total of 83 days.

Coast Guard

Active Duty Category

Coast Guard Air Station Kodiak

17th Coast Guard District

Kodiak, Alaska

On an ice covered runway hastily marked out with purple dye in the eerie darkness of an Arctic morning, or on a bi-weekly logistics flight covering a distance equal to the trip from San Diego to Seattle, Air Station Kodiak aircraft and crews set a standard for military mobility in 2002 that will not soon be equaled. From logistics flights to frozen, windswept Arctic outposts to South American counter-narcotic operations support, station aircraft accumulated 8,660 flight hours flying over 2,700 sorties. Air Station Kodiak aircraft transported over 6.8 million pounds, nearly 6.3 million cubic feet of cargo, and over 3200 passengers.

As the only link to civilization for LORAN stations in Port Clarence on the Arctic Circle, St. Paul Island in the Bering Sea, and Attu Island (the westernmost point of the United States), Kodiak C130 "Hercules" aircraft delivered over a million pounds of critical supplies. Air Station Kodiak crews conducted weekly airlifts of personnel, supplies, and fuel to keep a seasonal Air Facility in Cordova and remote Search and Rescue (SAR) detachments in Cold Bay and St. Paul "at the ready" to protect life and property during critical fisheries openings.

Spanning the globe, Kodiak "Hercs" flew a portable maintenance facility to E1 Salvador enabling 160 C130 patrol hours in support of the Joint Inter-Agency Task Force West (JIATF-W) counter-narcotics mission, producing four major drag seizures, and they twice transported diplomatic delegations to Russia. As the war on terror progressed, Kodiak crews proved invaluable ill protecting vital Alaskan resources, flying over 100 sorties in support of Operation Noble Eagle. Kodiak's crisp responsiveness paid off for USCSC HEALY, when unit aircrews delivered replacement equipment crucial to the success of its scientific mission. In addition to providing on-demand service for Integrated Support Command (ISC) Kodiak and ISC Ketchikan, unit aircrews provided logistics support to the annual North Slope Aids to Navigation mission, keeping Arctic waterways safe.

MTMC EXCELLENCE AWARDS

MG Ann Dunwoody, USA

Commanding General

Military Traffic

Management Command

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Air Force

Master Sergeant

Jeffrey L. Jones

Distribution Flight Superintendent

90th Logistics Readiness Squadron

Warren AFB, WY

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Army

Ms. Patricia Martinez

Unit Movement Coordinator

Director of Logistics

Fort Carson, CO

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Coast Guard

Ms. Lavera Lincoln

Transportation Officer

USCG Integrated Support Command

Alameda, VA

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Navy

Ms. Janette White

Transportation Officer

Personnel Support Activity Europe

Naples, Italy

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Defense

Logistics Agency

Mr. Ed Brady

Traffic Management Specialist

Defense Supply Center Philadelphia

Philadelphia, PA

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Marine Corps

Ms. Tammy C. Moore

Freight Rate Specialist

USMC Logistics Command

Albany, GA

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AAFES

Mr. Charles N. Cobb

Logistics Operations Manager

Dan Daniel Distribution Center

Newport News, VA

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2003 MEMBERSHIP RECRUITING CONTEST WINNERS

Chapters: Category I--Arizona Frontier Chapter * Category II--Greater Little Rock Chapter Category III--Washington, D.C. Chapter

Individuals: Top Overall Recruiter LTC David Preston, USA, Greater Kansas City Chapter Top A-35 Recruiter--MSgt Michael Theriault, USAF, Washington, D.C. Chapter Top Corporate Recruiter--Mr. Ron Conardy, Scott-St. Louis Chapter

NDTA SCHOLARSHIP AWARD WINNERS

College Students: Michael J. Barnum--Old Dominion Univ. * Kenneth P. Chambers Univ. of Maryland * Frank R. Chung Univ. of Maryland * Calvin Darchicourt--Univ. of Maryland Matthew F. DeMarsico--Univ. of Maryland * Robert P. Duffield--Univ. of Maryland * V-Khye Fan--Univ. of Maryland * Patrick S. Foley Univ. of Maryland Travis M. Georgieff--Univ. of Maryland * Ian W. Harris--Univ. of Maryland * Allison J. Healy--Univ. of Maryland * Robert John Univ. of Maryland Andrew H. Kahner--Univ. of Maryland * Joseph P. Manning Jr.--Shippensburg Univ. * Sharon D. McIntosh--Cal Maritime Academy Jason T. Stolz Auburn Univ. * Jacqueline R. Whitehead--Clemson Univ. * Stephen R. Willer--St. Louis Univ.

High School Students: William L. Coleman--Rockdale County H.S., GA * Erin K. Doherty--Carmel H.S., IN * Derek A. Favor Peninsula Catholic H.S., VA Leah M. Hampson--Covenant H.S., WA * Michelle T. Harvey--Trinity H.S., PA * Christopher S. Hemker--Mater Dei Catholic H. S., IL Tarina A. Jain--Grissom H.S., AL * Jessica L. Jenkins--Zama H.S., Japan * Tiffani F. Lowe--Chez Moi H.S., MA * Charles A. Lucier--Jack Britt H.S., NC Maureen C. Lucas--Bishop Denis J. O'Connell H.S., VA * Douglas E.P. Massy--Foothill H.S., NV * Jessica N. Mead--Wall H.S., TX Haley W. Mitchem--Patch H.S., Germany * Brittany R. Muscle--A.J. Dimond H.S., AL * Tiffany Le 'Cole Pruitt--Brewbaker Technology Magnet, Montgomery, AL

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS *

Official Forum Airline

US Airways

Official Forum Hotel

Hyatt Regency at Crown Center

Official Forum Rental Car

Hertz

A-35 Activities--Sponsors

CorTrans Logistics

SuperClubs US Airways

Breakfast Bar/Board Meeting

Sponsor-InterContinental Hotels Group

Chairman's Awards Dinner Donors

American Maritime Congress--wine

Choice Hotels International--wine

CSX Corporation

International Longshoremen's Assn.

US Airways Entertainment

Exhibitor's, Sponsor's and

Chairman's Circle reception--Donors--IOMMP SRA

P&O Nedlloyd Baggett Transportation

Exhibits Revisited

Luncheon--Period II, Donors

Cendant/Avis Corporation--Ice Cream

National Air Cargo

Golf Tournament--Sponsor

Northwest Airlines

Hospitality Time--Sponsors

Dollar Rent A Car SatoTravel

Hotel Room Keys--Sponsor

DHL

International Awards

Luncheon--Sponsor

InterContinental Hotels Group

Keynote Speaker Program

Donors--Boyle Transportation

National Air Carrier Association

Morton, Beyer & Agnew

Port of Oakland

Military Unit Awards Luncheon

FedEx--USO Troupe Entertainment

Lockheed--Luncheon Donor

Motivational

Humorist--Sponsor

Transportation Institute

NDTA Forum Coin Collectible

Sponsors--Hertz Corporation

InterContinental Hotels Group

NDTA Patriotic Lapel

Pins--Sponsor

DHL Danzas Air & Ocean

NDTA Scholarship Event

"Welcome to Kansas City at Union Station"

Sponsor--Yellow Corporation

NDTA Scholarship Program--Sponsor--APL

President's Reception/Grand Opening of Exhibits

Donors

Evergreen International Airlines

SRA International

Printing and Publications

Sponsors

DHL--Forum Signage

Hertz--Registration Directory

InterContinental Hotels Group--Registration Directory

Menlo Worldwide Ticket Books

Mercer Transportation--Namebadge Lanyards

National Air Cargo Pocket Schedule

OAG--Recognition/Scholarship Breakfast Program

Pilot Air Freight--Name Badges

SatoTravel--NDTA Forum Newspaper

Tri-State Expedited Services--Exhibitors and Sponsors Directory

US Airways--Chairman's Awards Dinner program

Yellow Corporation--Opening Ceremony Program

Recognition/Scholarship Breakfast

Sponsor--OAG

Refreshment Break

Donors

UTXL United Airlines

Registration Tote Bags

Sponsor

Landstar Systems

Relaxation Lounge--Sponsor

R&R Trucking

Transportation--Sponsors

Hertz Corporation

Menlo Worldwide

US Airways UPS

Video Forum Wrap-Up and

Preview 2004 Forum--Sponsor

Southwest Airlines

Platinum Patron

Baggett Transportation

Panther II Transportation

Gold Patron

Boyle Transportation

Silver Patron

Virginian Suites

Bronze Patron

AAR Mobility ABF Freight System

American Trans Air

* As of August 25, 2003