Dell has provided a flyer outlining its deals and discounts for AFCEA Members for the month of November 2007.   Take a look - you just might find a deal that's right for you!

Dell has provided a flyer outlining its additional discounts for AFCEA Members for the month of November 2007.   Take a look - you just might find a deal that's right for you!

Our current Executive Secretary, Ms. Cindy Heflin, has recently changed employers.   While she has clearly expressed that her dedication to AFCEA will not waver with this shift, she would like everyone to know her new contact information.   Now working for Preferred Systems Solutions, Cindy has a new email address and office phone number:   cheflin@pssfed.com and 618.979.2236. 
AFCEA Scott-St. Louis would like to apologize for any inconvenience this change may cause, since we were unable to update the monthly luncheon email announcement before it was delivered.   We have now updated our website, and all subsequent announcement emails will contain her correct contact information. 

On Monday, 5 November, the 375th Communications Squadron will be hosting a Technology Expo at the Scott Club.   The hours will be from 1000-1400 hrs.   Review the flyer for more details on the event and a list of exhibitors with short descriptions.   Everyone is encouraged to stop by and take a look around.

The AFCEA Scott-St. Louis Area Chapter will host the Scott Air Force Base Information Technology Career Fair on Thursday, January 10, 2008 at the Scott Air Force Base Consolidated Club. The Career Fair will take place from 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Come to the AFCEA Luncheon and stay for the Career Fair.   Review the flyer for more information.

Technology Forums is providing a site to download the presentation files for TechNet Mid-America 2007.   Use "TechNet" as the username and "technet07" as the password (without the quotes) when you visit the site:
 
http://upload.technologyforums.com

The SATCON Conference and Expo has a heavy focus on military and government satellite applications, and a lot of the information available is applicable to the AFCEA community.   SATCON is offering full-access passes to all members of the military and all government employees.   The show will be held on October 10-11 in New York City at the Javitz Center.   The "source code" for the complimentary pass is 27SE527.   Additional details and the registration form are available on the official website:   http://www.satconexpo.com.

Dell has provided a flyer outlining its deals and discounts for AFCEA Members for the month of July 2007.   Take a look - you just might find a deal that's right for you!

FAIRFAX, VA – AFCEA International is pleased to announce the appointment of Kent R. Schneider as President and Chief Executive Officer of the Association. He succeeds VADM Herb Browne, USN (Ret.), who retired in February after more than five years of service as AFCEA's President and CEO. The appointment was confirmed by the AFCEA Board of Directors and Mr. Schneider will begin at AFCEA on August 1. 
 
Kent Schneider comes to AFCEA from Northrop Grumman Corporation’s Information Technology (IT) sector, where he served as Vice President, Business Development, and previously as president of Northrop Grumman IT’s Defense Group. A recognized leader in the IT field, he has more than 25 years of specific experience in designing, integrating, managing and teaching related to command, control, communications, computers and intelligence (C4I) supporting the Department of Defense. 
 
After serving 26 years in the U.S. Army Signal Corps, Mr. Schneider joined Litton PRC as the director of C4I Initiatives. He subsequently held positions as defense systems director of Advanced Programs; general manager, Maritime and Ground Systems; vice president and general manager, C3I Systems; senior vice president and general manager, Defense Systems sector; and president, Defense Systems division. Mr. Schneider joined Northrop Grumman IT in 2001 with the acquisition of Litton Industries by Northrop Grumman Corporation. 
 
A graduate of the National War College, National Defense University, Mr. Schneider also holds a master’s degree in information systems management from the University of Southern California and a bachelor’s degree in business management from Augusta College. 
 
Mr. Schneider has been actively involved in AFCEA since he joined the Army. He is currently the co-chair of the AFCEA Strategic Development Committee and has served on the AFCEA Technology Committee. He has received numerous awards from the Association, including Chairman’s Superior Performance, AFCEA Educational Foundation Award for Distinguished Service to Education, and in 2004 won AFCEA’s most prestigious award, the General James M. Rockwell AFCEAN of the Year. 
 
"Kent has played a pivotal role in helping to shape AFCEA's strategic direction," comments The Honorable Duane Andrews, Chairman of the Board, AFCEA International. I look forward to working with him to mold the future of this great organization. His expertise in IT and Defense issues are the right fit to continue our proud legacy as the premier IT Association in its 
field."

Dell has provided a flyer outlining its deals and discounts for AFCEA Members for the month of June 2007.   Take a look - you just might find a deal that's right for you!

Recently, Ms. Brenda Newberry of The Newberry Group made a donation of $100 to our AFCEA Scholarship Fund on behalf of Bill Lawrence.   This gift was made on the occasion of Bill’s retirement honoring that milestone and his service to AFCEA.   Bill was touched by the generosity of the donation and very pleased to have it benefit an organization he loved, served admirably, and still believes in.   Later, Mr. Ralph Klink, also of The Newberry Group made another personal donation in Bill’s name. 
 
As President of the Chapter, I’d like to thank Bill for his service.   I’d also like to thank The Newberry Group and Ralph for pointing out a tremendous way to recognize someone and their accomplishments or milestones.   A donation to the AFCEA Scholarship Fund is an investment in America.   Scholarship funds are set apart and used only to benefit deserving individuals who are taking coursework which may contribute to the defense of our Nation in the future.   In times when ethics are always of utmost concern to all, donating to the AFCEA Scholarship Fund provides an ethical way to mark retirements, promotions, and other occasions, in a way we can all be proud of!    
 

AFCEA San Diego and Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center San Diego are hosting the 29th Annual C4ISR Symposium 21-24 May 2007.   This intimate forum offers the opportunity to engage with speakers and attendees not only during formal sessions but also in less formal settings.   The event starts with the Buck Bragunier Spring Classic golf tournament 21 May 2007.

It's the event we've all been waiting for - the 2007 Annual Golf Tournament!   All proceeds from this wonderful event boost the AFCEA Scholarship fund, so it's a win-win situation.   The sign up sheet is now available here on the website.   For more information before the tournament, take a look at the Upcoming Events page.   Tee times are first-paid-first-pick, so sign up as soon as you can for a better chance to get the tee time you want.

As those of you who attended WEST 2007 already know, Admiral Browne has announced his resignation as President & CEO of AFCEA International, effective February 28, 2007.  The Admiral has posted a farewell letter on the AFCEA website.

The TechNet 2007 Committee has been chosen. 
 
Chair: Ms. Dewonda McComb 
Vice-Chair and AMC Liaison: Capt Kenneth Bourque 
Technology Forums Reps: Sharla Warren, Amy Sites, and Jay Walker 
Social Coordinator: Ms. Diana Taylor 
DVs and AFCA Liaison: Ms. Angie Nettleton 
Base-level Liaison: Capt. Doug Freeman 
Small Business Liaison: Ms. Maude Joan Williams 
USTRANSCOM Liaison: Ms. Ann Black 
Corresponding Secretary: Ms. Nyesha Ford

Thank you to all who volunteered for TechNet Co-Chair for 2007.   We have selected a fine candidate to fill the position, but there are plenty of other ways to get involved and help out the team!

New Horizons has announced IT Certification prep courses to be held on Friday, 23 Feb.   Read the flyer for more information.

We're starting planning for TechNet 2007, and we're on the lookout for a volunteer to co-chair the event.   The co-chairs of last year's event were both International Award winners!   If you'd like to work with a dynamic group of people and distinguish yourself in your military or civilian job, email susan.sablan@nortelgov.com and volunteer yourself!