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COVER STORY: LogiCore Corporation Posted 7/2/10 | Reposted 7/19/10 Soldier On!
Logicore is a company designed to "Soldier On" by providing advanced and visionary information technology, integrated logistics, and engineering support solutions to government and commercial customers. Founder, President, and CEO Miranda Bouldin launched LogiCore after working with NASA and Lockheed Martin. "LogiCore started with a dream," Miranda states. "At the time, there was a need for logistics support services, and with my background, I saw a way for me to contribute to our soldiers and our country." Miranda hired her first employee in 2002 and by 2003 she had met her goal of 17 employees. Since then, LogiCore has expanded to over 130 employees and continues to grow due to persistence, patience, and a strong dedication to providing excellent support services to customers. Miranda’s strong belief in serving others has inspired her to create an extremely involved company in the Huntsville community, as well as a personal life of community outreach. Miranda serves on the Governing Board of the National Defense Industry Association and the Society of Logistics Engineers. She’s involved with Women in Defense, Leadership Madison County sponsored by the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber of Commerce, and the Space and Missile Defense Working Group, a group discussing the activities and forward-thinking initiatives of the Space and Missile Defense arena. As a company, LogiCore supports the Huntsville Botanical Garden, Huntsville Museum of Art, Huntsville Symphony Orchestra, and the American Heart Association. It also contributes to the Executive Women’s International, United Negro College Fund, and Alabama A&M, plus many more deserving organizations and charities. In addition, LogiCore sponsors its own Miranda Bouldin Scholarship Fund, annually awarding $1,500 and a laptop to four deserving high school students. LogiCore Corporation offers its customers systems integration solutions and expertise to support their mission-essential needs at any stage of a program and product development of business lifecycle through six service areas: Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Integration and Interoperability, Lifecycle Logistics and Operational Logistics, Training and Training Support, and Programmatics Support Services. Recently, LogiCore was awarded a five-year, prime contract from the Aviation and Missile Command Contracting Center to support the Theatre Aviation Maintenance Program (TAMP). With a five-plus-year option and a value of more than $91 million, the TAMP contract is a significant win for LogiCore. Under the contract, LogiCore and its teammates provide support in Iraq, Kuwait, and Afghanistan to the Army’s aviation assets in theater. The TAMP support team provides Aviation Logistics, Consolidated Readiness Analysis, Special Repair Activities Management, and Repairable Parts Retrograde Management. Aviation systems supported in this effort are the Apache, Blackhawk, Chinook, Kiowa Warrior, various Army fixed-wing aircrafts to include subcomponents of aviation ground support equipment, aircraft survivability equipment, and all aviation-related ground support. "The TAMP contract is big in size, nature, and responsibility, but we’re up to the challenge, and grateful for the confidence that’s been placed in us," Miranda states. Having assembled a team to manage the TAMP contract, Miranda explains, "Our staff provides phenomenal results and truly lives up to our common goal to make good things happen. They understand our mission in terms of providing support to our soldiers." LogiCore’s motto of ‘Solider on’ captures the collective mentality within the LogiCore team. The phrase reflects the team’s commitment to accomplishing a mission and standing for commitment, hard work, and selfless service. In its pledge to find employees who understand this mindset, LogiCore makes an effort to reach out to Veterans. "We’re always looking for military veterans and government retirees, as well as bright, highly motivated, recent graduates and top-talented individuals ready to make a difference," explains Lee Eady, Vice President of Business Development. One such recent addition to LogiCore is Vice President of Operations & Strategy, Rick Turner. Rick joins LogiCore as the former Executive Director of the U.S. Army Test Measurement and Diagnostic Equipment Activity, Aviation and Missile Command. As a recipient of several performance awards, Rick is a passionate leader, having held more than 19 positions and serving on 15 special assignments during his tenure with the Army. With his role, Rick provides technical oversight for projects executed within the company, ensuring project quality and adherence to processes and industry best practices. He supports the career development of the technical staff and focuses on identifying new technologies and emerging trends. Rick also works to develop alliances with leading technical company providers to advance LogiCore’s technical capabilities. "Rick brings a strong background in industry and government knowledge, and he’s a well-known and highly respected member in the community," Miranda says. Rick comments, "I was blessed with the opportunity to go to other places, but I chose LogiCore because of its focus on the soldier and history of giving back to the community." The LogiCore staff has hit the ground running with the new TAMP contract. "The TAMP contract is absolutely critical to aviation readiness," Rick explains. "The intent of TAMP is to enhance readiness within theater of the Army’s aviation assets. When you have more than 600 aircraft in theater, you want to keep as many of those helicopters ready for use as possible. Our representatives in theatre provide any support needed including evacuating retrograde unserviceables in need of repair, expediting repaired parts shipments, facilitating the fabrication of components, and other tasks the Commander needs to ensure optimal readiness." Miranda adds, "We understand that being awarded TAMP is huge in terms of a small business receiving a contract of this size, and we don’t take it lightly. We’re a player and now it’s up to LogiCore to take it in for the touchdown. Our vision is to be recognized as a global leader providing management and analytical solutions in support of the world’s toughest challenges. TAMP is a grand step in that direction. This is truly an historic moment for LogiCore!" In January 2010, LogiCore received a subcontract from Man Tech International Telecommunications to provide Engineering and Technical support for Command, Control, Communications, Computers and Intelligence (C4I) to the US Army Electronic Proving Ground (EPG). EPG supports the Army acquisition, Developmental Test (DT) and Operational Test (OT) communities in conducting DT/OT tests, user tests, and experiments. This contract has a value of up to $10 million. "I am honored to have the privilege to lead our team in providing logistic, engineering and technical test support services to EPG in support of the Warfighter," explains Ron Landers, EPG Program Manager. Contact Info: Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control
Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control has major operations in Dallas, Lufkin, and Horizon City, Texas; Orlando, Sarasota, and Ocala, Florida; Chelmsford, Massachusetts; Archbald, Pennsylvania; Troy and Huntsville, Alabama; Littleton, Colorado; Camden, Arkansas; Owego, New York; Sunnyvale and Santa Barbara, California; and Ampthill, Bedfordshire in the United Kingdom. LMMFC develops, manufactures and supports advanced combat, missile, rocket, and space systems for military customers that include the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, NASA, and dozens of foreign allies. LMMFC also offers a wide range of products and services for the global civil nuclear power industry, is developing specialty composite armors for aircraft and vehicles, and is exploring renewable/clean energy systems and microgrid technologies. Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control has six principal product categories that correspond to the vital capabilities it provides our Warfighters and civilian customers in their defining moments. Additionally, LMMFC pursues business in more than 50 countries with more than 70 major products. "Missiles and Fire Control is a company focused on delivering products and systems that work the first time, every time for our customers," says Jim Berry, president of Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control. "Especially in those defining moments on the battlefield, our customers must know they can always rely upon our systems to save lives." Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control is prime contractor on the world’s most advanced hit-to-kill, kinetic energy air and missile defense systems, including the combat-proven Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3) Missile Segment, the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system, and the Medium Extended Air Defense System (MEADS), the tri-national replacement for the aging Patriot system. LMMFC’s strike weapons business provides the world’s most advanced air-to-ground precision strike weapons. The company’s proven guidance and seeker systems put distance between our aircrews and danger, and they defeat critical, well-defended stationary or moving air, ground, and sea targets. Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control’s tactical missiles business designs and integrates the world’s finest tactical missiles, guided projectiles, and launch platforms. The company’s anti-armor missiles and short- and long-range guided munitions can defeat all threats and offer fire-and-forget survivability, overwhelming lethality, and precision-strike accuracy. Additionally, the company produces a number of manned and unmanned, semi-autonomous ground vehicle systems. LMMFC’s fire control business is the world’s leading supplier of precision targeting and navigation systems for rotary- and fixed-wing aircraft. The company has reliably produced and delivered close to 8,000 electro-optical and radar systems to 25 countries. Combat proven in precision strike missions and nontraditional intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance, these systems enable the Warfighter to see further and clearer, helping achieve mission success and ensuring safe return from combat. Contact Info: A very UNIQUE Company
As an employee-owned company, MTSI continues to create a unique culture with its nine core values. "MTSI has a very unique culture," General Manager Tim King explains. "As the company continues to grow, it is essential that we do not lose that culture and that we continue to adhere to the core values that made us successful as a company. We have nine core values that clearly define the MTSI culture: Employees Come First; Leadership, Quality, and Responsiveness in Service Delivery; Own and Solve Our Customers’ Problems; Ethics, Integrity, and Trust; Organizational Teamwork and Collaboration; Open, Honest, and Respectful Communications; An Entrepreneurial Environment Which Empowers Teams and Individuals; Opportunity Based on Merit; and Social Responsibility." He continues, "These core values are reflected in everything we do and every interaction we have. They are the framework from which we make all of our decisions and the standards by which we measure ourselves." These unique core values are a significant part of MTSI winning the "Best Place to Work" Award. Kathy Cagle, Recruiting Manager, adds, "The winners are determined by the results of employee surveys, so it’s truly a reflection of how your employees feel about their company and the work they do. We moved up a category from small business to medium business and were able to manage our tremendous growth and still maintain a high level of employee satisfaction. MTSI’s number one core value is ‘Employees Come First’, so winning the award a second year in a row meant very much to us." In addition to MTSI’s accolade, Kathy was honored as one of the "2010 Best Employees" by the Chamber. Tim states, "Kathy’s enthusiasm and love for the work she does is evident daily. She treats her co-workers like customers and consistently does her very best work for her team and the company." At the center of MTSI’s unique core values is its focus on community service at both employee and corporate levels. One such involvement is with the Big Brothers Big Sisters "Wet Dog Triathlon". Participant Karen Cole says, "MTSI has sponsored a team for the 11th Annual "Wet Dog Triathlon" supporting Morgan, Lawrence, Winston, and Cullman counties. This event has promoted a motivational environment, as well as an overall health check, to those participating and to those coming out to cheer us on. I’m proud to work for a company that promotes and supports the teamwork that’s essential in building business, friends, and a healthy environment." MTSI has grown to nearly 400 employees at 11 geographic locations. The company provides services in six mission areas: Ballistic Missile and Air Defense, Flight Test Operations, Unmanned Aircraft Systems, Air Vehicle Survivability Analysis, Homeland Defense, and Intelligence Community Analysis. Within these areas, MTSI’s core competencies are systems engineering and integration, test and evaluation, program management, acquisition planning, modeling and simulation, operational concept development, software engineering, and mission assurance. In Huntsville, MTSI works on a variety of unique programs and has established groups of employees to work with MDA, AMRDEC, NASA, and SED. Kurt Lambert, Test and Evaluation for MTSI’s MDA group, states, "What’s unique about this project work is assisting the government in developing an integrated master test plan that is the test program for MDA and covers a period of 10 years. It’s a comprehensive test program based on technical developmental test requirements but also is augmented with periods of operational tests that examine Warfighter critical operational issues prior to delivering the ballistic missile defense system to the Warfighter." Elizabeth Graham of MTSI’s Program Operations group helps provide critical program planning, requirements support, and Warfighter integration to the newly established Airborne Infrared (ABIR) program office in MDA. The ABIR mission is to demonstrate the capability of using infrared sensors on forward based UAVs to track ballistic missiles early in flight. This work will support the growing regional focus for ballistic missile defense. Along with its employee growth, so too has the company’s Huntsville facility expanded. "MTSI’s new facility provides 14,000 square feet of functional space comprised of expanded meeting areas including a 50-person conference room, approximately 2,000 square feet of lab space constructed to NISPOM and DCID 6/9 standards, and an increased computing capability that allows us to provide quality and timely products to our customers," Kathy states. "In addition, the expansive break room provides a perfect area for employee gatherings and team building events with an outside access and patio." Tim concludes, "MTSI provides Innovative Technical Solutions for the 21st Century. This strength and purpose will continue to make MTSI a very UNIQUE company." Algorithms and Data Analysis Cell (ADAC): A Unique Division of MTSI. MTSI’s ADAC division’s fundamental mission is to analyze simulations, flight and ground test data from a variety of sources and to identify the critical phenomenology and impact on missile and space defense. ADAC works with a number of organizations, such as MDA, STSS, THAAD and the Navy to maximize the return on investment of test dollars and mitigate customer risk. In the new MTSI facility, ADAC provides a place for collaboration on a variety of projects and creates an intellectual environment that supports and challenges the staff. "We are able to emulate a lab concept, grow, and pursue interesting problems, as well as look for really bright people that can work together on a team," Technical Lead Stephen Hartley says. "This is an opportunity to bring in interesting people and provide a fun work environment where nothing is typically boring or easy. This new classified facility has unique capabilities among contractors, offering a place to centralize these types of activities. When challenges are similar across a wide range of problems, this will allow us to work together and share information, such as people working on satellite problems next to someone working on sensor problems. We’ll all be able to share, see data, and make connections." The unique staff at ADAC: Algorithm Development Modeling and Simulation Data Analysis Software Contact Info: Systems Products and Solutions, Inc. Poste d 7/19/10Integrity. Experience. Commitment.
SPS is a Minority, Woman Owned, 8(a), Small Disadvantaged Business founded in December of 2005 as a global solutions provider to both government and commercial clients. "We are soaring," SPS President Jeff Thompson states. "What makes us stand apart is the strong foundational beliefs that we’ve embedded into this company. Customers come to SPS because of the work of our employees. Customers know we’re competitive, we deliver, and we’re a performance-based company priced at fair market value." SPS’s core competencies lie in providing governmental and defense oriented services, such as Project Management, Integrated Logistics Service, New Equipment Training, Fielding & Sustainment Support, and Equipment Simulation and Training development. Customers include the U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, SAIC, VT Aepco, Lockheed Martin, Ideal Innovations, Inc., Booz Allen Hamilton, American Systems, and CACI, among others. With clients and staff located around the globe, as well as its GSA and 8(a) certifications, SPS is well positioned for the future. At the core of SPS are its people and a firm commitment to client advocacy. Steve Rhoades, Executive Director of Operations, states, "We strongly emphasize the importance of treating our employees and customers right. Listening and responding to both of these groups makes our company successful and I’m confident that our growth will continue. Nothing is more gratifying than knowing our clients appreciate our work and our people." Garry Mace, Director of East Coast Operations states, "SPS represents the best of what a small business has to offer. Along with a proven professional track record of customer satisfaction and 24/7 dedication to the Warfighter, SPS fosters a team environment where performance is rewarded and the company leadership cares about each employee. SPS leadership continues to hire experienced professionals to facilitate sustained growth and encourages innovative ideas from subordinates to shape corporate strategy and attain corporate goals." John Trottie, SPS BETSS-C Installer, Bagram, Afghanistan, says, "SPS’s care of employees, decision-making, and attention to detail ensures me that I’m truly viewed as family. I’ll always allow my gratitude to show in my work." Shaundrika Edwards, HR Department, adds, "SPS is truly a company that puts its employees and customers first. The ability to recruit and retain talented people is critical to the success of SPS. As I continue my career with SPS, I look forward to the unparalleled commitment of the company to providing the best service to its employees and its customers." Along with its dedicated staff, another testament to SPS’s growth is the high customer retention rate and increasing number of business referrals. "Our customers keep coming back, asking for further help on their programs," says Jeff. "We’re different, and that makes all the difference with our customers." SPS is Employee and Customer Focused. Contact info: Global Recruiters of Huntsville Posted 7/1/10The Leader in Professional Transition
Through GRN, David has the contacts to accomplish this task with more than 180 offices across America and Europe. The primary areas of expertise include placing top IT professionals, engineers, and sales and marketing talent into quality positions. David explains, "GRN of Huntsville’s goal is to exceed the expectations of both clients and candidates, and our experience in recruiting, coupled with our qualified people and systems, supports us in building relationships with clients locally and across the country. With all the talent out there, if it has ever been necessary for a company to use a professional recruiter, it is critical now in order to find and hire the best-of-the-best." Global Recruiters of Huntsville is part of a world-wide operation based in Downers Grove, IL. GRN’s local offices have technological advantages such as its proprietary database management system, Consulting & Placement Solutions (CAPSX™). CAPSX is a GRN-commissioned, built, and managed software program that facilitates internal communications and the management of all candidates and customers on the job board in a unified system. This makes confidential placement quicker and more efficient. Also available is GRN’s Chat and Exchange System and its Interactive Network. The Chat and Exchange System is a recruiter-to-recruiter chat, assignment, and candidate exchange system that allows GRN to search and instantly identify and share qualified job assignments and candidates. The Interactive Network is a video teleconferencing tool that enables people from around the globe to do training, interviewing, and much more. With customers always in mind, GRN’s focus is to adapt to their diverse needs. Different positions require different search methods and GRN has three types of job searches (contingent search, retained search, and project or multiple opening searches) available to help a client secure a quality, carefully screened employee. The contingency search is the most common allowing a free search of the database with no fees required until an employee is hired. "GRN’s state-of-the-art computer systems, coupled with its commitment to professional standards and real personal services, are putting my company on the cutting edge of technical recruitment," David concludes. Think Globally, Work Locally
Contact Info: Celebrating 10 Years of Service
Magnolia River, a certified, woman-owned small business, is a solutions-based company specializing in Infrastructure, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and Energy Management Solutions, and is proud to be celebrating its 10th anniversary. Kimberly Hoff, President/CEO, and Ronnie Hoff, COO and Executive Vice President, founded Magnolia River in 2000 focusing efforts in the natural gas industry. Today, the company provides infrastructure, GIS, and energy solutions using the safest and most cost-effective methods to deliver and manage energy. "Magnolia River got started in the natural gas industry with project management, inspection, and professional services, and did everything but actually put the pipe in the ground," Vice President of Government Solutions Dale Jobes states. "From there we’ve grown into providing turn-key solutions to federal, state, and local government, as well as private firms. If your infrastructure is not performing at maximum efficiency, we can find it, build it, fix it, or repair it." Jobes continues, "Our first client was Alagasco and 10 years later they’re still a client. That’s a testament to our customer-focused quality solutions." Ed Guy of Alagasco adds, "The Magnolia River team of dedicated employees has always done an excellent job and gone beyond the call of duty. Their customer service and follow-up is outstanding." Magnolia River’s Infrastructure Solutions include capacity studies, horizontal replacement and installation, construction management, professional services, modeling, and maintaining the infrastructure system. Magnolia River’s Infrastructure clients include Redstone Arsenal, Yuma Proving Ground, Atlanta Gas & Light, Alagasco, and Mobile Gas. The company is in the final stages of completing more than 30 miles of a turnkey natural gas replacement at Redstone Arsenal. Duane Brandt of Chugach World Services, Inc., ISS Program Manager at Redstone Arsenal says, "Magnolia River is a great company that embodies ‘what right looks like’ in satisfying customers. They have provided Redstone Arsenal, my staff, and myself with exceptional service, quality products/solutions, and always exceed our expectations." Magnolia River’s GIS solutions involve more efficient asset management and a common operating picture. Solutions range from mapping so utilities know where their underground lines are located, to training and continuous updates of GIS information. Additional areas of focus are on system management, database development and integration, data collection, documentation/training, custom GIS tools, and modeling and analysis. Magnolia River’s GIS clients include Redstone Arsenal, Anniston Army Depot, Columbus AFB, Fort Rucker, Atlanta Gas Light, and Alagasco. The newest service provided by Magnolia River is its Energy Solutions. The focus of this growth area is on-site energy management and renewable energy, such as wind, solar, or geothermal, to enhance energy efficiency. Magnolia River’s Energy clients include Carlisle Barracks, Yuma Proving Ground, and Fort Hamilton. "Magnolia River offers an integrated approach in the evaluation, replacement/installation, and management of resources in local, state, federal, and commercial areas," Kimberly comments. "Our experienced team and strong track record make us the premier partner for projects dealing with infrastructure, GIS, and energy management." Ronnie adds, "Magnolia River prides itself in its business philosophy that stresses quality, experience, long-term relationships, and personal service. We have an excellent record of project completions, which has led to significant repeat customer business. We use proven methods of planning, scheduling, and execution to complete projects in a timely manner, on budget, and with quality at the forefront." Contact Info: Helping Government Contractors Grow
NeoSystems provides best-in-class software applications and experienced personnel, typically saving clients 30 percent on their accounting costs, while helping them avoid capital investments. NeoSystems customers benefit from the company’s long and well established relationship with Deltek, whose accounting software is used by 89 percent of the top federal contractors. In fact, NeoSystems is Deltek’s leading Outsourced Accounting Partner. Clients often leverage NeoSystems’ investment in Deltek’s accounting systems, web-based time card, expense report, and custom reporting applications, as well as their hardware and network infrastructure to achieve a cost-efficient, highly compliant management system. NeoSystems offers both the Deltek Costpoint™ and Deltek GCS Premier™ packages in this fashion, providing expert accounting services based on either package, augmented with the subsidiary applications listed above. While government contracting is an enormous sector of the economy, companies that approach it the same way as they do the commercial sector are doing so at their own peril since there are thousands of pages of specific accounting regulations with which contractors have to comply. NeoSystems is on top of new accounting rules and regulations pertaining to contractors, helping companies comply with requirements so they can obtain and keep government business. For example, some costs are expressly not allowed by the government including credit card interest, alcohol, entertainment, and meals for government clients. There are strict limits about travel expenses and the amount of executive compensation that is charged directly to government contracts or allocated to them via a contractor’s indirect rates. And the government is almost certain to audit every contractor, usually through both a pre-award audit and as part of its ongoing requirements. NeoSystems stands by companies as they go through audits, and is well aware of the importance and challenges they may face during government examinations. Directing the NeoSystems Huntsville office is Terri Light, Vice President of Client Services, a long time resident of the Huntsville area who has specialized in government contracting accounting for over 20 years. "NeoSystems provides clients with the infrastructure they need to be more competitive and efficient to bid, win, and maintain government contracts," says Terri. "NeoSystems helps firms meet the complex DCAA (Defense Contract Audit Agency) requirements, which are undergoing significant changes this year. We provide the specialized accounting professionals and software applications that companies need." Dr. Jim Davis, President and CEO of Davis Strategic Innovations, Inc. (DSI) a veteran-owned, service-disabled small business, has found it very beneficial to work with NeoSystems. "Our focus is to empower our government customers with DSI expertise in aerospace engineering, defense, and Homeland Security," says Jim. "NeoSystems provides us with the highest quality service and support, enabling us to focus on serving our customers and building our business." Through a continuing commitment to excellence and innovation, NeoSystems is helping many companies capitalize on opportunities in the government marketplace. That’s good news in today’s economy. Contact Info: A Growing Company Building on Half a Century of Aerospace, Defense, and Industry Heritage
The company began its Huntsville operations in the 1950s as Wyle Laboratories, a third party testing laboratory. The company’s local Test, Engineering, and Research division’s facilities continue to test and qualify equipment for DoD missile, aviation, and ground applications, NASA, the nuclear power industry, automotive companies, and other customers. Over the past five years, through a combination of acquisition and organic growth, the company’s Aerospace Group has also grown in Huntsville, bringing more than 30 years of Wyle aerospace services expertise to Northern Alabama, including systems engineering, logistics, air crew, foreign military sales, test and evaluation, and program acquisition support services. Wyle operates one of the world’s largest independent flight test organizations which currently provides test pilots to the Army’s Aviation and Missile Command at Ft. Rucker and Redstone Arsenal, as well as technical support to the UH-60 and ASH program offices. The Army is not Wyle’s only local engineering services customer in Huntsville. They also support the Missile Defense Agency. "We’ve recently begun supporting MDA with program acquisition and engineering support services. Wyle has provided similar services to government agencies for many years, and we feel privileged to have the chance to provide that same expertise to MDA," says Mark Sferra, one of Wyle’s operations managers. Wyle supports a number of aircraft and UAS customers with expertise in acquisition and financial management, including program execution and budgeting, contract management, program security, foreign military sales, and technology transfer. The company’s FMS analysts in particular are well-versed in cradle-to-grave support for FMS programs and have worked with major weapon systems such as the AH-64 Apache, F/A-18 Super Hornet and F-35 Joint Strike Fighter aircraft, as well as several missile programs. "With our tremendous skill set in acquisition and technical support, and extensive experience in UAS and FMS, we are well-positioned to build upon our successful relationships with our Huntsville AMCOM, DoD, and Industry partners," says Mike Kizziah, business development director for Wyle’s Acquisition Solutions division in Huntsville. Wyle is also investing in its employees and the communities in which they live and work. The company provides a competitive array of health, welfare, education, and leave benefits to promote an all-around work-life balance. "We have big company advantages and opportunities with a friendly, small-company culture," states Ivan Behel, vice president of Wyle’s Acquisition Solutions Division. Wyle and its employees support the local community through efforts such as the Huntsville Hospital Foundation, the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life, Early Works Museum and Whistle Stop Festival, and Panopoly, Huntsville’s annual arts festival. Like the building at 7800 Highway 20, Wyle is part of Huntsville’s heritage, and looks forward to figuring prominently in Huntsville’s future. Contact Info: Radiance Technologies Posted 7/8/10 Transitioning Space & Missile Defense Technology
The system created under this SMDC contract provided the underlying technology behind the highly successful Overwatch ACTD and the Weapon Surveillance System (WSS), which was deployed in theater. The transition further progressed to the current WeaponWatch system, which is attached to RAID towers and tripods to provide situational awareness to soldiers. This technology is currently being integrated on multiple Aerostats and has been used on Unmanned Aerial Vehicles. The transition to the AH64D Longbow Apache in the Ground Fire Acquisition System (GFAS) is scheduled for the summer of 2010. SMDC awarded a SETAC Prime contract to Radiance Technologies on December 6, 2007, which is another significant contract awarded to Radiance. With more than 100 team members and subcontractors, Radiance continued a long, successful support of SMDC. Throughout the duration of the SETAC contract, SMDC awarded Radiance 19 Task Orders valued at over $130 million. Radiance Technologies takes great pride in its successful record of SMDC support and looks forward to future opportunities to continue transitioning the technology. Contact Info: Today Molds Tomorrow: Impacting DoD’s Workforce Development
TMT has more than 90 years of management expertise in its corporate office. Huston has worked in every level of education, having been a high school teacher, two-year technical college administrator, private four-year university and public research university faculty and administrator. TMT provides a diverse portfolio of customized training solutions to government, corporate, and nonprofits. The company offers information technology solutions, including software engineering, network solutions, computer and network security, data editing, technical writing, network configuration and installation. In addition to work with the U.S. Army, TMT has been providing IT support for the U.S. Air Force at Maxwell AFB for more than three years. TMT manages a diverse portfolio of U S Army Educational Programs for the U S Army Aviation and Missile Life Cycle Management Command (LCMC), the U S Army Aviation and Missile Research Development and Engineering Center (AMRDEC) and the Army Research Laboratory (ARL) at Adelphi and Aberdeen, MD. AMRDEC and ARL are laboratories affiliated with the U.S. Army Research Development and Engineering Command (RDECOM). This summer, for the first time, AMCOM’s LCMC piloted a new AEOP outreach program that targeted local 8th–12th graders titled Adventures at AMCOM. "One of our goals is to become the premier provider of AEOP support for U.S. Army organizations," states Dorothy. TMT’s work with AEOP includes the Gains in the Education of Mathematics & Science program (GEMS), which is executed at five Army sites, Science & Engineering Apprentice Program (SEAP), and eCYBERMISSION internship. There are GEMS sites on Redstone Arsenal, at the White Sands Missile Range, ARL (in both Adelphi and Aberdeen), and the Engineering Research Development Center in Vicksburg, MS. Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR) at Fort Detrick, MD also runs a GEMS program. SEAP is an 8- to 12-week internship program for high school and college students. eCYBERMISSION is a free, web-based science, math, and technology competition. In 2009, a local TMT-recruited three member team won $3,000 each in U.S. EE Savings Bonds and a certificate from the Assistant Secretary of the Army. Interested educators, parents, and students can access the U.S. Army’s AEOP programs at the web site listed below. Dorothy concludes, "Our goal is to be proactive and address government and private workforce development needs. The connection between TMT and future workforce development on Redstone Arsenal is very strong, important, and meaningful. TMT is making a significant contribution in addressing this issue." Contact Info: United Space Alliance Posted 7/1/10 UAH Alumnus Leading Space Operations Company Into the Future
"Joining United Space Alliance at this time is both challenging and exciting," Barnes says. "The uncertainty of the future of human space flight presents a unique challenge to USA, as its success has been built upon human space flight operations. The exciting part of this job, besides leading a great team, is successfully creating the future of this company. I’m convinced USA people are high-performing and passionate professionals. Our people are our competitive advantage." A recipient of NASA’s 2009 George M. Low Award for quality and performance, USA has extensive experience in all aspects of space operations and has been operating in Huntsville, applying its broad range of capabilities to NASA’s Space Shuttle and ISS programs for 14 years. At the Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC), USA provides specialty engineering and technical services. "We have talents no one else in the world has," Barnes states. "I see it in the strengths and the capabilities of our people, and also in our dedication to our customers. That’s something that can be parlayed into other industries such as Department of Defense work." Kimberly Doering, Vice President of Huntsville Operations, says USA will continue to partner with MSFC and its contractors, to develop innovative solutions to technical challenges, systems integration and technology development. "We are looking forward to Ginger using her DoD and NASA experience, coupled with USA’s world class expertise in space flight, to support missile defense and Army missions," Doering says. "USA is dedicated to the continued growth and success of the community and is committed to serving the needs of MSFC and DoD at Redstone Arsenal. Ginger’s experience is well suited for that." During her 29 years with Boeing, Barnes served as Vice President, Chief Operating Officer, and Deputy Program Manager, overseeing the programmatic and financial aspects of the Army’s modernization efforts. She was also Vice President of Weapons Programs and the St. Charles Site Leader. During design and development of the space station, Barnes was Boeing’s Functional Cargo Block Program Manager (the first element of the ISS) and International Integration Manager, leading the teams to integrate all the International Partner contributions and the Russian launch packages. "I have four key values that I share with USA – people, promises, passion, and performance," Barnes says. "First, people are our key resource. Given the appropriate resources, people always perform and usually perform better than planned. A promise made is a promise kept. Our customers expect us to meet or exceed our commitments. You can expect that from me. I have a passion for this business and I know the USA team does also. The business is interesting and important. The final value is a fundamental expectation of all stakeholders–performance. Our performance not only sustains our current business, but also fuels its growth." Contact Info: 30 Years of Excellent Past Performance in the Federal Sector
Anna Ryan, IBA president, grew up in Huntsville and says, "Coming to Huntsville is a homecoming for me. I have wonderful childhood memories from when my father worked at Redstone Arsenal. I am delighted to come back to Huntsville and have Edwina Musante, an Alabama native and professional with great integrity, to lead the IBA team here. Her enthusiasm, along with her background in Engineering and Business Development, make her a perfect fit." Edwina loves Huntsville and is certain the Huntsville IBA team has a lot to offer the Tennessee Valley. Edwina comments, "We are a great company to work for and our positive corporate culture, emphasis on work/life balance, and strong benefits package will attract talented professionals to IBA and the Huntsville area, further contributing to Huntsville’s reputation as a community of exceptional caliber." IBA was named a "Great Place to Work" by The Washingtonian magazine last year, just as the company celebrated its 30th anniversary. This highly competitive award reflects employee satisfaction and support of the community. "IBA has a strong commitment to support the communities in which we live and work," Edwina explains. For example, IBA works closely with First Book International, a nonprofit agency providing books to children. Since 2006, IBA has helped more than 3,000 students by providing 17,500 new books to children in need. This summer the company will partner with local schools in Huntsville to provide books to students in need. In the workplace, IBA has provided Technology and Management Services to over 40 government program offices. IBA’s core competencies in Technology include Custom Software Systems, Large Scale Data Warehouses/Data Mart Reporting, Information Assurance, and eLearning. Core Management competencies include Program and Project Management, Earned Value Management, Quality Management, Risk Management, and Cost and Schedule Analysis. IBA is currently marketing Technology and Management services to the Army Aviation and Missile Command (AMCOM), Army Space and Missile Defense Command (SMDC), Army PEO Missiles and Space, Army PEO Aviation, Army Materiel Command (AMC), Missile Defense Agency (MDA), and NASA. "Our experience in Electronic Health Records for the Military Health System also prepares us to serve the growing Huntsville Biotechnology Industry," Edwina adds. This experience includes a 14-year history of providing technical management support to the TRICARE Management Activity and the Military Health System. TRICARE is the worldwide health care plan for 9.6 million eligible beneficiaries of the uniformed services, retirees and their families. "IBA has over 30 years of excellent past performance with the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, and many other Federal agencies," Edwina says. She adds, "We look forward to establishing an equally impressive record of successes with the organizations at Redstone Arsenal." Contact Info: Science Applications International Corporation Posted 7/29/10 SAIC Recognized for Work with Small Businesses
As a result of these efforts, SAIC was recently named one of the 2010 Best Corporations for Veteran-Owned Businesses (VOB) by Vetrepreneur magazine, which is published by the National Veteran-Owned Business Association (NaVOBA). It was the fifth time in the last six years that SAIC received this honor. "At SAIC, we believe small businesses bring the needed capabilities and technical know-how to enable SAIC to better serve our customers," says John Gully, Senior Vice President and Business Unit General Manager. "Teaming with these companies and combining our collective experience is key to innovation and this enables us to bring forward the solutions necessary for our customers to accomplish their critical missions, giving us the ability to mutually build our businesses." SAIC exemplifies this philosophy through its work with all of its customers, including the U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Command (AMCOM), which awarded the company a follow on task order earlier this year. Under the task order, the SAIC-led team is providing professional and engineering support services to the Army Aviation & Missile Research, Development & Engineering Center (AMRDEC) Software Engineering Directorate (SED). The AMRDEC SED supports the acquisition, research, development, and sustainment of some of the Nation’s most sophisticated weapon systems and maintains expertise in the Army’s prevailing policies and practices on software reuse, metrics, post deployment support, process improvement, computer resource margins analysis, and risk management. SAIC leads a team of 238 subcontractors in support of the program, the majority of them being small businesses. In Government Fiscal year 2009, SAIC subcontracted over $335 million to VOBs and exceeded the statutory 3% goals for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses for the third consecutive year. These programs are the culmination of a series of initiatives implemented by SAIC, aimed at developing strong relationships with small businesses and increasing business opportunities for them. SAIC has also been recognized for outstanding work by the Small Business Administration (SBA), the Department of Defense (DoD), and other Federal agencies. The company has earned 12 DoD Nunn-Perry Awards for mentor-protégé performance, two SBA D. Eisenhower Awards, as well as two SBA Frances B. Perkins Awards, demonstrating SAIC’s commitment to small business excellence. "We’re firmly committed to working with small businesses," Gully says. "It makes good business sense." Contact Info: Practical Employment Solutions, Inc. Posted 6/28/10 Compliance Tools and Advisement at a Higher Level
One of the services offered by PES is preparation of "compliance action plans", which the Department of Labor has announced it intends to require of companies under its new enforcement strategy. "With the new administration’s heightened focus on enforcement of regulations that affect both private and public sector employers, businesses must have proactive compliance plans in place before audits or investigations occur," Jamie states. "Of course, the risk of non-compliance has even greater consequences for government contractors than for private employers because of the possibility of suspension or debarment." PES focuses on compliance issues related to government regulated requirements such as the Federal Acquisition Regulations, the Department of Labor, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, and the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs. In addition to compliance action plans, PES also offers neutral investigations of employee related claims, assistance with responses to government agency audits or complaints, employee and supervisor training, and preparation of a wide range of employee policies, procedures and forms. Before founding PES, Jamie was a practicing attorney at the law firm of Lanier Ford for 12 years and served as Digital Fusion, Inc.’s General Counsel and Vice President of Human Resources. She now puts her expertise to work assisting companies focus on the prevention of lawsuits. "It’s not just about winning a legal challenge; it’s also about avoiding the challenge," Jamie states. Contact Info: Supporting Microsoft SharePoint Software – A Safe and Accessible Tool for Disseminating Permission-based Information
MegaTech supports Microsoft’s SharePoint software as a subcontractor to Quinetiq, the prime on a contract with Redstone Arsenal (RSA), for 125+ engineers. This software program enables engineers to have efficient and secure access to large volumes of data globally through an Internet connection. Company President Wyn Cole comments, "Through SharePoint, we are aggressively helping to defend our troops by providing the engineering tools needed to make decisions, enhance workflow, and coordinate repairs to keep our military aircraft flying while keeping local people informed." One of SharePoint’s features allows companies to control individual access to specific files. "It is a fine-grained permissions-based security tool," says Wyn. "It’s a tool for disseminating permission-based information and providing an organization of professionals access at varying levels depending upon appropriate proprietary content or agreements. This web-enabled product creates a secure, collaborative environment that can be utilized in both corporate internet and intranet environments worldwide. To summarize, Wyn says, "SharePoint shrinks the world. It makes available to anyone with proper privileges, access to documents, videos to show implementation, distribution of documents, ability to enhance collaboration for people during writing and design processes and workflows. It is the best overall global tool for business development and education." Contact Info: Manufacturing Technical Solutions, Inc. Posted 7/14/10Helping Government Clients Achieve Mission Success
MTS works side by side with its clients providing capabilities, including planning and execution, to weather the turbulent times. When asked what makes MTS special, Senior Strategic Analyst Brenda Armstrong states, "We don’t stop when it gets hard. We work through the most challenging problem sets with our clients, and we work until we solve them." The company employs subject matter experts, with a focus on strategic planning and life cycle program management, helping its government clients plan and execute successful programs in support of their strategic goals. MTS was honored to stand beside the NASA Ares Project Team to accept NASA’s annual "EVM Excellence Award" and were credited by Microsoft as deploying the largest Integrated Master Schedule. Donnie Smith, MTS Vice President of NASA Programs, explains the company’s approach: "MTS helps clients plan and execute projects on time, within budget, and in support of their strategic goals, with a cradle to grave outlook. We analyze the mission’s vision, operating environment, workforce, communication plans, operating constraints, and core competencies. After this, MTS provides its subject matter experts to complete the project." As a Project Management Institute Global Registered Education Provider, the strength of MTS goes beyond its own employees. MTS employees are well trained and certified to train clients, specifically customizing training for government employees. "Technical Solutions, Superior Service…that is what brings our customers back," Smith concludes. Contact Info: Secure Destruction Service Posted 7/19/10 Non-compliance Can be Hazardous to Your Healthcare
Fortunately, SDS has been a HIPPA-compliant company for years and is AAA Certified by the National Association of Information Destruction (NAID). Recently, SDS received AAA Certification for the destruction of hard drives as well. Compliance and certification requires proactive pursuit of the newest destruction technologies as well as diligent research on ever-changing laws and regulations. With a new shred truck in the works, SDS remains vigilantly on the leading edge of the industry and continues to serve clients from Huntsville to Birmingham with comprehensive data destruction capabilities. You can ensure your compliance by calling Secure Destruction Service today. Ask about the Compliance Toolkit to aid in the development of proper data destruction policies for your company. Contact Info: Logistics Plus (LOG+) Posted 7/21/10 Award Winning Excellence
Bill’s academic, military, and civic track record helps him meet those goals. Prior to joining the military, Bill received his Bachelor of Science in Industrial Management from Georgia Tech, and, while serving as a military officer, earned his Master of Science in Engineering degree from UAH. Bill served in many command and staff assignments, including commanding the 124th Maintenance Battalion, and as an analyst in the Office of the Chief of Staff of the Army and, subsequently, in the Organization of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Bill established LOG+ in 1991 as a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business in Springfield, VA, later moving the firm to Madison. The company’s core competencies are Facilitating Matchmaking and Teaming Arrangements, Capture Planning and Management, Proposal Development Management and Writing, Red Team Evaluations, Technical Manual Development and Validation, Supportability and Sustainability Analyses, and performing Whole Life Service Support and Integrated Logistics Support. Additionally, Bill serves actively as an officer or member in numerous professional/technical organizations, such as HASBAT, the Huntsville Aerospace Marketing Association, the Tennessee Valley Chapter of the International Society of Logistics, and the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber of Commerce. With Bill’s award-winning service, LOG+ is set to bring excellence in Logistics Engineering and Man-Machine Interface Analytical Services to its clients. Bill concludes, "LOG+ focuses on helping firms succeed, providing them with synergistic visions for success while tailoring solutions for each government organization or private firm." Contact Info: Colonel Robert Pastorelli (NP) Posted 7/22/10 Redstone Arsenal is Moving Forward
Redstone Gateway project principals are the DoD, RSA, the City of Huntsville, Madison County, and developer LW Redstone Company LLC. LW Redstone Company LLC is comprised of Corporate Office Properties Trust of Columbia, MD and Jim Wilson & Associates of Montgomery, AL. All of the principals have pledged their support allowing this project to go forward successfully to support the Arsenal and the region. This project, within the City of Huntsville’s boundary, will generate additional sales tax revenue from construction material sales and retail sales on site, such as eateries, shops, and hotels. The Army will receive services in kind (buildings or roads maintenance/construction) as lease payment for use of the land. In addition to Redstone Gateway, RSA is on schedule to meet all BRAC deadlines. When BRAC is completed, RSA will be home to the AMC headquarters and three subordinate major commands: AMCOM, USASAC, and ACC. "Upcoming final moves include the Army Materiel Command (AMC), Aviation Technical Test Center (ATTC, which joined Redstone Technical Test Center to form Redstone Test Center), United States Army Security Assistance Command (USASAC), and Missile Defense Agency (MDA)," says Pastorelli. Another new addition, not a part of BRAC, is the relocation of the Army’s new Contracting Command (ACC). ACC will include a support organization, Expeditionary Contracting Command, comprised of two generals and a workforce of up to 325 people, both military and civilian. "There will be new leadership on RSA beginning this summer," Pastorelli says. "Changes include Lt. Gen. Kevin Campbell retiring and Lt. Gen. Dick Formica replacing him at the Space and Missile Defense Command. Also, Maj. Gen. Jim Myles of AMCOM is set to retire in September with Maj. Gen. Jim Rogers from the 1st Theater Sustainment Command, Ft. Bragg, N.C. taking over that command." He concludes, "On behalf of Redstone Arsenal and the personnel who work here, I would like to express our sincere thanks to Maj. Gen. Myles for his 36 years of dedicated service in support of our national defense. He’s a great American who believes in Redstone’s role of supporting the soldier, and he worked tirelessly during the last three years to bring the Tennessee Valley together in support of BRAC and the EUL project. He is leaving a lasting impression here, both on base and in the community. We salute you, Maj. Gen. Myles! And we look forward to watching these exciting new developments at RSA." Contact Info: 13th Annual SMD Conference & Exhibition (NP) Posted 5/24/10 by Giselle Bodin
The SMD Conference is widely attended by more than 6,000 professionals from throughout the United States and our allies around the world. Event sponsors include the National Defense Industrial Association—Tennessee Valley Chapter (NDIA-TVC), Air Space and Missile Defense Association (ASMDA), and the Air Defense Artillery Association—Huntsville Chapter (ADAA). As usual, this year’s SMD Conference will have a significant international emphasis. The conference will also emphasize a "Joint" nature, with each service well represented and their contributions spotlighted. Because of current world situations and national occurrences, it is vitally important to understand how missile defense and space technologies are contributing to the success of warfighters around the globe. Exhibits and presentations will be on topics such as European forces and missile defense, strategic operations, integrated missile defense, cyber threat, supply chain risk management, next generation missile defense, operational perspectives, space, and protecting networks. Confirmed speakers include Gen. C. Robert Kehler, commander, Air Force Space Command; Lt. Gen. Patrick O’Reilly, director, Missile Defense Agency; Lt. Gen. John D. Gardner, deputy commander, U.S. European Command; Maj. Gen. Abraham Turner, chief of staff, U.S. Strategic Command; the Honorable Malcolm R. O’Neil, assistant secretary to the Army, Acquisition, Logistics, and Technology; and representatives from the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command/Army Forces Strategic Command. Other invited speakers include representatives from the National Reconnaissance Office and members of Congress. There will be exhibit displays throughout the entire VBC and daily attractions in each hall, including presentations from local and celebrity authors. These attractions, along with the viewing of all exhibits, are free and open to the general public. To register for the conference, visit the web site or contact Jeanne Weaver. For additional information, please contact Giselle Bodin. Contact info: HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology (NP) Posted 6/30/10 HudsonAlpha hosts BioDefense Symposium October 19–20 at the Jackson Center
Dr. Jerry Jaax, associate vice president for research compliance and university veterinarian for Kansas State University, will be the keynote speaker. Dr. Jaax was a central participant in dealing with the 1989 Reston Ebola outbreak as a U.S. Army veterinarian. The outbreak was detailed in Richard Preston’s best-selling book, The Hot Zone. HudsonAlpha and the Partnership for Biotechnology Research will present the conference at the Jackson Center. The conference center is located adjacent to the institute on the Cummings Research Park (CRP) Biotechnology Campus. Lead sponsor for the event is SAIC. More information, including costs, sponsorship opportunities and online registration is available at the HudsonAlpha web site below via the biodefense link. The HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology is the cornerstone of the CRP Biotechnology Campus. The campus hosts a synergistic cluster of life sciences talent… science, education, and business professionals…that promises collaborative innovation to turn knowledge and ideas into commercial products and services for improving human health and strengthening Alabama’s progressively diverse economy. The Partnership for Biotechnology Research is a nonprofit alliance of industrial, academic and government organizations dedicated to creating a productive research and entrepreneurial environment for area biotechnology endeavors through education, consolidated business resources and networking opportunities. Contact Info: Honoring Long-time, Ongoing Volunteerism
The resulting annual "Honoring Our Elders" celebration is named in honor of Rosetta James in recognition of her extraordinary dedication and volunteer service to community organizations and causes. The community-wide celebration also acknowledges her determination to search for ways to serve the underserved, minister to the incarcerated, register citizens to vote, provide for the poor, and assure hope for the hopeless throughout the Huntsville/Madison County for some 30 years. Inducted among the first class of the esteemed honor that bears her name, Mrs. James has long been lauded as a phenomenally effective community organizer, a proactive champion for economic and social justice, a life-long learner, and born leader. Because Mrs. James believes in serving the community as a whole, her political service has led to the registration of at least 6,000 Madison County voters. Her countless voter registration drives led the local chapter of the Alabama Democratic Conference to rename its annual membership breakfast "The Rosetta James Membership Breakfast" for several years. She was also appointed Madison County’s first Deputy Voter Registrar. The Annual Rosetta James "Honoring Our Elders" Celebration was established to recognize distinguished individuals who continue to make stellar volunteer contributions to worthy community causes, and commitment to educational excellence. Active elders of at least 70 years of age from the Huntsville/Madison County area are honored annually at this celebration. The Rosetta James Foundation also provides an annual scholarship award to a student from Alabama A&M University who actively volunteers in the local community. Contact Info: A 22-Year Legacy of Success
For the 2009-2010 school year, HATS STEDTRAIN funded 24 grants to K-12 schools for a broad range of projects including rocketry, forensic science, genetics and biotechnology, structural design, aerodynamics design and wind tunnel diagnostics, application of GPS technology, development of a working hovercraft, innovative applications of technology to assist and foster student learning in math, science, communications, and critical thinking, understanding principles of physics and chemistry in the world around them, robotics and computer technology, ornithology, and archeology. These projects were possible thanks to the generosity of 2009-2010 corporate, organization, and individual sponsors listed on the HATS.org web site. For the 2010-2011 school year, the HATS STEDTRAIN volunteers are evaluating 60 proposals from across northern Alabama. The Committee uses approximately 95% of available dollars to fund worthy proposals, and contributions are needed and appreciated. Help this unique to the Huntsville area STEM program continue its 22-year legacy of success! Contact Info:
The Huntsville Association of Technical Societies (HATS) honored 13 recipients at its annual Professionals of the Year (POY) Awards Dinner on Tuesday, June 22, 2010, at the Huntsville Westin. HATS was founded June 17, 1969, as a nonprofit 501(c) (3) organization comprised of technical and professional societies dedicated to the advancement of science and engineering. Its mission is to help coordinate the professional, educational, and civic activities of Member organizations and to promote common goals, particularly those that can best be performed by cooperative action. HATS sponsored technical and business exhibitions and symposia (TABES and TEAMS) during the period, 1985-2005. These served the local business and technical communities by providing a forum for displaying their products and talents to the international community. Since 1988, the HATS Science and Technology Education and Training (STEDTRAIN) Seed Grant Program has provided 310 individual grants and over $290,000 to K-12 programs for learning activities, such as hands-on science projects. This year, nine HATS STEDTRAIN 2009-2010 Grant recipients were guests courtesy of donors. Teachers were recognized and their Grant projects title presented. This year, 13 professionals were nominated and selected for the HATS POY Award by their Member organizations for outstanding contributions toward the mission of their awarding organization. Because the professional activities of these professionals have resulted in broad social, technological, and/or economical consequences benefiting the science and engineering community, it is fitting that their hard work has been recognized. Their extraordinary dedication, creativity, and leadership will be an inspiration to all. The 2010 Professionals of the Year
Left to Right: Greg Screws, Emcee; John M. Horack, Ph.D. Speaker; Kenny Watts, Armed Forces Communication Electronics Association (AFCEA); Stephen Archibald, Alabama Solar Association (ASA); Juergen Haukohl, American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME); Harry Chandler, Calhoun Community College; Yohon Lo, Huntsville Alabama L5 Chapter of the National Space Society ( HAL5); William (Bill) B. Whipple, Huntsville Association of Small Businesses in Advanced Technology (HASBAT) and the 2010 Recipient of the HATS Fifth Annual Joseph C. Moquin Award; Woodrow (Woody) A. Williams, HATS; Courtney Spivey, IEEE; Ton Linderman, International Council On Systems Engineering (INCOSE); Phil Eder, International System Safety Society (ISSS); Joe Hidalgo, Jr., National Contract Management Association (NCMA); Susan Hackett, Society for Technical Communications (STC); Gary Braman, System Safety Society (SSS); Ronald (Ron) D. Hackett, HATS STEDTRAIN; and Robert (Bob) A. Robinson, HATS President and 2008 Recipient of the third Annual HATS Joseph C. Moquin Award. Photo by Woody WilliamsThe Fifth Annual Joseph C. Moquin Award in 2009, named for one of Huntsville’s most outstanding technical and business leaders throughout the past 50 years, was presented to William (Bill) B. Whipple of the Association of Small Businesses in Advanced Technology (HASBAT) in recognition for his extraordinary technical contribution to the North Alabama technical community. This award is selected each year from among the Professional of the Year honorees.
Left to Right: Jan P. Eiras, 2009 Recipient of the HATS Fourth Annual Joseph C. Moquin Award; William (Bill) B. Whipple of the Association of Small Businesses in Advanced Technology (HASBAT); and Robert (Bob) Robinson, HATS President and 2008 Recipient of the third Annual HATS Joseph C. Moquin Award. Photo by Woody Williams Contact Info: Defense Acquisition University (NP) Posted 7/14/10 Offering Training to Enhance Workforce Skills
Rick says, "DAU is a community partner, not just a place to get training. We want people to know we stand ready to partner with academic institutions, professional organizations, and other government agencies to assist them in helping the DoD workforce get their jobs done. We look forward to continued community partnership successes through training, consulting, and resource sharing." As a community partner, DAU assists the DoD acquisition workforce in obtaining the legally required acquisition career certifications and supplemental training. DAU has more than 100 different accredited courses and about 200 online training sessions in 13 different career fields, such as Business; Contracting/Purchasing; Facilities Engineering; Industrial & Contract Property Management; Information Technology; Life Cycle Logistics; Program Management Production, Quality & Manufacturing; Systems Planning, Research, Development, and Engineering; and Test and Evaluation. In addition, DAU provides specialty training, such as for contracting officer representatives so they have expertise in writing accurate contract requirements to meet unique needs of each organization and individual. DAU also acts as a consultant for large and small organizations or programs, and offers a full array of services with the common thread of working together as a team to achieve success. To augment enhanced training, DAU has a new, 400-student capacity, world-class training facility in Thornton Research Park. This facility is 63,000 square feet containing 12 classrooms, a stadium format executive classroom and 30 breakout/small group rooms. All classrooms have state-of-the-art technology and enhanced capabilities, such as internet and teleconferencing. The new DAU facility also houses Telepresence, a high-definition, life-sized video teleconferencing capability, which delivers a unique "in person" experience with remote participants. DAU: Learn. Perform. Succeed. Contact Info:
In the Company of Heroes
This event is a special evening dedicated to honoring our nation’s living Medal of Honor recipients. The evening will provide an extraordinary opportunity to focus on the characteristics that are the cornerstones and hallmarks of service. Leaders from across the nation will gather together with recipients of the Medal of Honor to celebrate the virtues of freedom, those who defend it, and the ideals the Medal of Honor represents. US Airways Captain Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger III will receive the Congressional Medal of Honor Foundation’s prestigious American Spirit Award. Randy Owen, lead singer of country music sensation Alabama, will perform in honor of the recipients. Proceeds from the gala will support foundation projects, such as the Medal of Honor Curriculum, which continues to garner national interest. The curriculum is currently being implemented into several North Alabama school systems, including Madison, Huntsville, and Madison County schools. In addition to the gala, several events are planned for the Medal of Honor recipients during their stay in Huntsville. Most importantly, on Friday, Aug. 27, many of the recipients will speak to students in local schools to share their experiences and lessons in selfless service and love of country. This is truly an historical opportunity for our local students, administrators, and schools. Other private events will be scheduled throughout the weekend for the Medal of Honor recipients. Contact Info: U.S. Army Materiel Command (NP) Posted 7/9/10 | Reposted 7/12/10
The Army’s Premier Provider of Materiel Readiness
The 2005 Base Realignment and Closure process is bringing the U.S. Army Materiel Command’s headquarters from Virginia to the Tennessee Valley. AMC is the Army’s premier provider of materiel readiness…technology, acquisition support, materiel development, logistics power projection and sustainment…for the total force, across the spectrum of joint military operations. AMC has a presence or impacts 48 states and 127 countries. Manning these organizations is a work force of more than 67,000 dedicated military and civilian employees, many with highly developed specialties in weapons development, manufacturing, and logistics. AMC is heavily involved in making the Army more responsive, deployable, agile, versatile, lethal, survivable, and sustainable. Lane Collie, AMC’s principal deputy for G-3/5, oversees AMC’s forward headquarters which now includes approximately 465 employees. AMC’s relocation is scheduled to be complete by July 2011. "I didn’t know much about Huntsville [before moving here] and was pleasantly and fantastically surprised by the community. The Tennessee Valley truly has the nicest people in the world. We have a great partnership with the Arsenal and the local community," Collie says. AMC handles diverse missions that reach far beyond the Army. For example, AMC’s U.S. Army Security Assistance Command (USASAC) manages the multi-billion dollar business of selling Army equipment and services to friends and allies of the United States and negotiates and implements agreements for co-production of U.S. weapons systems by foreign nations. When the move is complete, AMC expects to have nearly 1,700 staff members between Redstone Arsenal, its headquarters, and USASAC. "Our mission is continuity," Collie states. "By September we’ll have more than 500 team members in Huntsville and I’m flooded with e-mails from people who want to come to work for us. That speaks volumes about the character of this area. When the Virginia office was snowed under in February of this year, our work in Huntsville allowed AMC to continue providing and serving the Warfighter without a disruption in service." Along with the increased staff, AMC will move into its new 400,000 square-foot facility by June 2011. "This new facility that includes a wellness center and integrated, state-of-the-art technology allows us to be more effective and efficient. We have a chance to do it right the first time here and our workforce will really enjoy all the capabilities we’re putting into the new building." With this four-star command under Gen. Ann E. Dunwoody coming to Redstone Arsenal, it allows the Tennessee Valley to see how important community is to the U.S. Army. "Community is very important to our command and the Army is all about family," Collie concludes. "In Virginia, you just went to work. Here, because of the shorter commute times, we have the opportunity to improve our work/life balance. We look forward to enjoying Madison County and having the community embrace us as we do our mission." Contact Info: Big Brothers Big Sisters Wet Dog Triathalon (NP) Posted 7/2/10
Big Brothers Big Sisters is the nation’s leading nonprofit youth mentoring organization and for over 100 years, the Big Brothers Big Sisters program has been making a positive difference in the lives of children. The goal of the organization is to match children ages 5-15 with an adult volunteer who can provide additional time, support, and attention from a caring individual. Big Brothers Big Sisters serving Morgan, Lawrence, Winston and Cullman Counties has been serving the youth of a four county area for over 25 years. The Wet Dog Triathlon is the biggest fundraiser for this local organization. After 11 years, the triathlon has become a tradition in the area being recognized as one of the best first-time triathlons in which to compete. Participants range from six years to 80 years of age, come from all over the United States, and all levels of experience. This year’s 11th Annual Wet Dog Triathlon will take place on Saturday, July 17, 2010 at 7am, Point Mallard Park in Decatur, AL. Participants will complete a 400 meter swim, 15K bike, and a 5K run along the banks of the beautiful Tennessee river. Contact Info: Recognizing Project Excellence in Huntsville
The Industry Excellence Awards will recognize projects that displayed superior application of project management principles and techniques, were completed on or ahead of schedule, within budget and scope, and met or exceeded the stated project objectives. Industry categories include Commercial, Government, and Nonprofit sectors. An Industry Excellence Awardee selected from each sector will be recognized, receive a plaque, two dinner tickets to the award ceremony, and a submission to a local publication. One project will be selected from the industry awards to receive the 2010 Project Excellence Award. PMI-NAC has more than 475 members and the mission of the chapter is to provide leadership and value to members, communities, and industries in North Alabama through the provision of information, professional development, and activities that advance the Project Management profession. The chapter conducts monthly luncheon meetings featuring professional speakers offering tips for successful project management as well as other events and trainings. Project management is a strategic skill set that is invaluable to business success. With more than $12 trillion in infrastructure capital planned to be spent worldwide in the next 12 months, the demand for project managers is at a critical level. PMI-NAC is a resource that can allow you to successfully tap this professional opportunity. Contact Info:
Making a Strong and Positive Impact
HASBAT combines the efforts of small high-tech firms to make a strong and positive impact. At monthly meetings, HASBAT members are kept abreast of pertinent issues by hosting leaders from NASA, AMCOM, MDA, SMDC, COE, and other federal agencies, including the Small Business Administration. Candidates for U.S. Congressional office of both parties have also participated in panels to present their positions and will debate their platforms at the September meeting. HASBAT meetings provide the opportunity for executives to network and exchange corporate capabilities. HASBAT also provides a Corporate Members Profile booklet highlighting the capabilities of its member companies, an excellent resource for large prime contractors seeking to fulfill specialized requirements or meet small business goals. HASBAT continues to identify and address issues of concern, developing and providing White Papers to national office holders and local military authorities. "HASBAT members are, by definition, small businesses," says HASBAT Board President Phil Carey. "Collectively they contribute significantly to the great economic engine of America through proven innovation and excellence in the fields of science, engineering, and technology." Phil is leading the organization to even greater influence in the Huntsville, Redstone Arsenal, and North Alabama business area, recently holding Technical Member forums and meetings with the leadership of AMCOM. HASBAT awards annual scholarships to students majoring in high-technology fields attending Alabama A&M University, Oakwood University, and the University of Alabama, Huntsville. HASBAT also presents the annual Small Business Advocate Award for Excellence. Contact Info: Supporting the Local Business Owner in The Tennessee Valley
As an OSBO member, businesses have access to educational and networking events. One such event is the OSBO Technology Showcase co-sponsored by Who’s Who in Huntsville Technology magazine. This event provides an opportunity for OSBO technology members to provide dynamic displays and simulations. The Showcase is conducted at the OSBO member facility and the general public is invited with emphasis on other technology businesses. The objectives of the OSBO Technology Showcase include exposure of the member products/services for potential customers and partnering with other technology business. Bravo-Zulu Security Solutions, providing first-responder systems sensor systems, is the first OSBO technology member to conduct a Showcase. Its customers include the Huntsville City Police and Fire Departments and British Petroleum on the Gulf Coast. Ron Peasly, CEO of Bravo-Zulu says, “The OSBO Technology Showcase provided an excellent opportunity to show our products and demo how they work.” Lynn adds, “Several potential partnerships for future business were made as a result of hosting the OSBO Tech Showcase event. OSBO is currently accepting applications from other technology companies to host a showcase at their business location.” In addition to hosting the OSBO Technology Showcases, OSBO has also been selected to manage the 4th Annual “Bridge to the Stars” Electronics Design Fair in Huntsville in Spring 2011. Co-sponsored by Tektronix, Newark Electronics, and Who’s Who in Huntsville Technology, this event is targeted at engineers involved in design, manufacture, test, and maintenance of electronics and related equipment.
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Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control is an
internationally recognized designer, developer and manufacturer of precision
engagement aerospace and defense systems for the U.S. and allied militaries.
With more than 10,000 employees around the globe and products deployed
internationally, Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control (LMMFC) is one of
the leading business units of Lockheed Martin Corporation, which is based in
Bethesda, MD.
Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a very unique
technology firm providing highly specialized technical and management
services to a variety of Government clients. Recently, MTSI was recognized
for its uniqueness with the "Best Place to Work" award from the
Huntsville/Madison County Chamber of Commerce for the second straight year.
Systems
Products and Solutions, Inc. (SPS) has the integrity, experience, and
commitment that has lead the company to successfully serve its employees and
its customers. "SPS has had an amazing year," CEO Nilmini Thompson states.
"Our rapid growth exceeded all expectations, and the company employees are
doing outstanding work."
David McElhaney, managing partner of the Huntsville
division of Global Recruiters Network (GRN), enjoys helping clients find
valuable, best fit employees and, in the process, helping qualified people
find rewarding jobs. McElhaney’s diverse professional background of more
than 29 years in business, including extensive experience in management,
recruiting and placement helps him to achieve these goals. David states,
"While we do focus on finding opportunities for local professionals, we also
try to recruit from outside the area to fill a lot of the gaps now starting
to appear with BRAC." In order to meet this growing demand, the company is
expanding and moving to a new facility and increasing its staff to better
assist clients and candidates. 
Government contractors in the Huntsville region looking
to gain a competitive edge to grow their business are turning to NeoSystems
Corporation. Headquartered outside of Washington, D.C., NeoSystems is a
Managed Services Provider that specializes in helping businesses to meet the
government’s complex, and seemingly ever-changing accounting and financial
management rules and regulations. The firm opened its Huntsville office in
January, 2010.
Driving down Highway 20, it’s hard to miss the tall steel
and glass building that has been a prominent feature of the highway’s
skyline for decades. This building at 7800 Highway 20, and several of those
surrounding it, are home to the Huntsville offices, corporate accounting
department, and testing facilities of one of the leading high-tech service
providers to the federal government and private industry in the United
States…Wyle.
Radiance
Technologies has been a proud member of the Space and Missile Defense (SMDC)
team since 2000. From inception, Radiance has focused on the development and
transition of SMDC technology for both DoD agencies and the warfighter. The
Small Tactical Arms Recognition Equipment (STARE) contract, awarded in
August 2000, provides a notable example to best illustrate the effective
transition of an SMDC product. By providing Radiance with the opportunity to
develop a sensor and weapon firings in real time, STARE quickly and
successfully alerted the Commander to hostile and friendly weapons being
used in theater.
The work Technology Management Training Group, Inc. (TMT)
is doing today in program management, information technology, training
solutions, and with the Army Educational Outreach Program (AEOP) impacts
local workforce development initiatives. President and CEO, Dr. Dorothy W.
Huston founded TMT in 2004 as a minority, woman-owned, small business and
earned 8(a) status in 2005. She approached TMT as a business venture, using
AEOP as the primary foundation. "I saw AEOP as a niche for TMT and
approached the Army to help them enhance existing efforts in educational and
community outreach," Dorothy states. "They’ve been a customer since 2004 and
we believe that’s a testament to the value we add to the various
organizations we support."
Virginia
"Ginger" Barnes, who began her aerospace career in Huntsville, was recently
named President and Chief Executive Officer of United Space Alliance (USA).
A graduate of The University of Alabama in Huntsville, Barnes joined USA in
April from The Boeing Company, where her experience included Simulation and
Training, the International Space Station (ISS), fighter and support
programs, defense modernization and weapons.
Based in Virginia, Irving Burton Associates, Inc. (IBA)
is an award-winning, woman-owned, professional and technical services firm
founded in 1979. Last year the company expanded to Huntsville and is
currently focusing its efforts on supporting the national defense community.
Science
Applications International Corporation (SAIC) continually strives to foster
relationships with small businesses, including those that are veteran-owned.
The company mentors and provides training to firms it teams with, helping
them grow and fostering deeper relationships that often result in enhanced
customer offerings. Over the last two years, SAIC has provided free training
in areas, including business and proposal development, pricing, and program
management to more than 150 veteran-owned businesses.
Jamie
Brabston, J.D., Corporate Compliance Consultant at Practical Employment
Solutions, Inc. (PES), describes PES as a woman-owned, small business
consulting firm providing guidance on high-level compliance issues to small
and mid-size businesses. PES assists government contractors and private
employers with employment law and compliance issues before government
audits, investigations or litigation occurs. "The consulting services
offered by PES are intended to address compliance issues in an affordable
manner so that small business owners will be motivated to be proactive about
compliance, rather than reactive," Jamie states.
MegaTech
Inc. was founded by Wyn Cole in 2004 and since then, has provided custom
software and IT services for a variety of disciplines both here at home and
worldwide. The company first started as an interactive media and multimedia
3D animation business and has grown to be a global provider of engineering
tools. MegaTech’s support focuses on defense and commercial industries and
specializes in providing safe and accessible tools for dissemination of
permission-based information, such as Microsoft’s SharePoint software.
Entering its 10th year of business, MTS takes great pride
in successfully serving government clients across NASA and DoD. Although the
company was founded from its core capabilities in manufacturing engineering
and project management, today MTS is delivering a broad range of
engineering, program and business management, information technology, and
strategic planning expertise to help clients efficiently and effectively
achieve their goals.
In
February, new regulations known as HITECH expanded and added some teeth to
the 1996 act known as HIPAA which, among other things, mandates that covered
entities handling PHI (Protected Health Information) and PHR (Personal
Health Records) comply with certain regulations regarding the security and
destruction of private information. No one is more in tune with those
regulations than Bart Justice, CEO of Secure Destruction Service.
"Recently," Bart reports, "a medical facility in Texas was fined $990,000
for improper disposal of medical information."
Bill
Whipple, President of Logistics Plus Associates (LOG+), is an award
winner. On June 22, Bill was awarded the Professional of the Year Award from
the Huntsville Association of Small Businesses in Advance Technology (HASBAT).
Later that evening, he also received the coveted Joseph C. Moquin
Professional of the Year Award given by the Huntsville Association of
Technical Societies (HATS). To be a winner, Bill says his company works to
provide a well-connected, knowledgeable, creative, and state-of-the-art
technology perspective to support federal sector agencies and their
contractors.
Redstone
Arsenal (RSA) Garrison Commander Colonel Robert Pastorelli believes RSA is
moving forward with the new "Redstone Gateway" with groundbreaking on August
23, 2010. Originally known as the Enhanced Use Leasing (EUL) project,
Redstone Gateway is the development project leasing a portion of RSA land.
This new government and commercial campus will increase the local area’s
capacity for offices, research and development, testing, and academic
buildings, as well as hotels, restaurants, and retail stores. The campus
will boast 4 million square feet of available space in off-post and secure,
on-post areas. "This is a win-win for the city, the county, the developers
of the project, and the Army," Pastorelli says.
The 13th Annual Space and Missile Defense Conference and
Exhibition will take place August 16-19, 2010, at the Von Braun Center in
Huntsville, AL. The theme for this year’s event is Space & Missile
Defense...Enabling Regional Warfighters. 
With
a confluence of biotechnology, intelligence and defense expertise,
Huntsville, AL may have what it takes to be a prime location for strategic
collaborations supporting biodefense initiatives. According to Troy Moore, a
key organizer of the upcoming BioDefense Symposium, the fall event will
facilitate greater understanding of opportunities while bringing together
compatible communities to leverage resources, promote partnerships, and grow
the local economy.
Following nearly two years of discussion and
contemplation, the Rosetta James "Honoring Our Elders" Celebration committee
was organized and held its inaugural planning meeting on December 1, 2006. A
group of community volunteers, including Marshall Clayton, Dr. Dorothy
Huston, Dr. Annie Grace Robinson, William Smothers, and Georgia S. Valrie
met to discuss the feasibility of such a celebration.
The Huntsville Association of Technical Societies
Science, Technology, Education, and Training (HATS STEDTRAIN) Program is the
oldest continuous Science Technology Engineering and Math (STEM) Program in
the US. Its 2009 grant to the Huntsville City Schools Westlawn Middle School
Rocket Team under the leadership of Teacher Bobbi (Barbara) Murphy, and
mentors Dr. Steve O’Dell and Mr. Lee Huntington, sent the Team to the
nationwide 2010 Team America Rocketry Challenge near Washington, DC. This
event was made possible by Bobbi Murphy’s dedication to her students, the
students’ hard work, and her successful request for a $1,000 grant. Since
1988, HATS STEDTRAIN has distributed over $300,000 to schools in the
Tennessee Valley area, including Jackson, Limestone, Madison, Marshall, and
Marshal counties, AL, and Lincoln County, TN, and has fostered the interests
of thousands of area students in science and technology.
Rick Gallman, Associate Dean of Outreach and Mission
Assistance, and also Professor of Systems Engineering at Defense Acquisition
University (DAU), describes his organization as a best-in-class corporate
university for the Department of Defense (DoD) workforce. DAU’s focus is
providing tools to the acquisition professional, from formal courses and
continuous learning modules to knowledge sharing assets and consulting.
The Congressional Medal of Honor Foundation will host the
Medal of Honor Gala: "In the Company of Heroes" Saturday, Aug. 28, 2010, in
Huntsville, AL. This black-tie event, to be held at the Davidson Center,
will assemble the largest-ever gathering in the State of Alabama of Medal of
Honor recipients. 
The Project Management Institute – North Alabama Chapter
(PMI-NAC) is focused on enhancing the skills of project managers and helping
employers recognize that excellence in project management is indispensable
to business success. On November 12, 2010, PMI-NAC will present the
inaugural Project Management Excellence Award Ceremony, honoring individuals
who are committed to the best practices in project management and exemplify
the qualities of an exceptional project manager. All Project Managers who
are sponsored will be recognized, receive a plaque, a $100 gift card to
Bridge Street Town Center, and two dinner tickets to the ceremony. 
Organization Supporting Business Owners (OSBO) is a Business Owners
Association that supports its members by providing cost-effective resources
such as local marketing and training events, online group buying discounts
with Staples, health insurance, and health and wellness discount programs.
Jerry and Lynn Kronk, OSBO Madison County Franchise Owners, focus on
supporting each member with OSBO consultants–local experts with advice in a
variety of areas to help business achieve success.