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FMA Members Ponder...
Impacts of Labor Shortages, the Debt Ceiling and a Demographic Cliff
From conflicting economic indicators, political uncertainties, labor force challenges, innovation strengths and the quest to establish a new normal after the pandemic, the Fort Meade Region will have to tackle major issues in 2023.
Members of the Fort Meade Alliance weighed in with what they believe will be some of the biggest issues, challenges and opportunities facing the installation, local employers and residents this year.
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Resiliency Programming Begins with "Meal in a Mug" | |
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The Fort Meade Alliance held its first Nutritional Cooking Class providing healthy nutritional guidance for service members.
Dr. Shari Youngblood, an instructor for the Maryland University of Integrative Health, showed five soldiers from the 704th Military Intelligence Brigade on how to make a “Meal in a Mug.” The soldiers made healthy omelets for the main course and followed up with a natural but sweet oatmeal dessert.
This “beta testing group” was the first of many regular classes that will be hosted by the FMA in the demonstration kitchen at the Education and Resiliency Center at Kuhn Hall. These workshops will help participants navigate around obstacles such as limited cooking supplies, minimal kitchen space, barebone appliances and tight budgets so that cooking healthily is less overwhelming.
Standing on the shoulders of one of the five pillars of resiliency — physical — we believe achieving proper nutrition is one of the cores of holistic health.
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Chris Inglis Speaks at Key Leaders Series
More than 220 attendees packed the BWI Hilton on February 1, 2023 to hear Chris Inglis, National Cyber Director and Principal Adviser to the President, speak at FMA’s Key Leaders Series. Known for synthesizing very complex topics into succinct and easily understood messages, Mr. Inglis discussed strategies related to the future of cyber security in the United States.
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Rising Stars Network Talk Women in Leadership
FMA members met at Lockheed Martin on January 31, 2023 for the Rising Stars Network (RSN) Executive Speakers Series to learn more about Women in Leadership. Guest Speaker Latisha (Tish) Rourke, Vice President of the Cyber and Intelligence (C&I) market segment within the Lockheed Martin Rotary and Missions Systems (RMS) shared her 30+ years of experience on several topics, including setting expectations, effective key leadership traits, work-life balance and perceptions about women in the workplace.
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From the FMA Foundation... | |
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2023 Stars in Service Gala
That's right! In response to the overwhelming success (and demand) of last year's Stars in Service Gala, the FMA Foundation will be hosting another spectacular event on October 21 at Live! Casino Hotel. Our celebration will include a salute to the Fort Meade Alliance’s 20 years of history, service and community.
To make this another success, we need the support of our Fort Meade community. We are looking for donations for our silent auction — from sporting events and fine-dining experiences to wine tastings, cooking classes and themed baskets. Perhaps your company is interested in a sponsorship instead?
Proceeds will fund initiatives that support military personnel and their families, education programs and workforce development.
Interested in supporting the Gala?
Contact FMA Chief of Staff Donna De Marco at ddemarco@ftmeadealliance.org.
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Recap from April 2022
April's Stars in Service Gala was an epic night full of celebration. From prizes and raffles to a diamond bar, silent auction and professional portraits, the Fort Meade community helped the FMA Foundation raise $111,000 in net proceeds to fund initiatives supporting military personnel and their families, education programs and workforce development efforts.
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Patriot Partner
Davis, Agnor, Rapaport & Skalny, LLC
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3 Vectors
Advance Business Systems
Aperio Global, LLC
Chainalysis, Inc.
Flash Technology Group, LLC
InterImage
Intermap Federal Services
KSQUARED Technology Consulting
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Mesavita Engineering, LLC
MidPoint Technology Group
MomenTech Incorporated
Quantum Research International, Inc
Regulus Technical Services
Sigma Defense
STARTEL2
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March 15 at 3:30 p.m.
MBC Monthly Meet-Up
Join us as we discuss the process and pitfalls of generating rates for your contracts. The pressure to remain competitive while also navigating the complex process often causes business owners anxiety. In this session, experts will share insights and updates to help minimize stress and win the contract!
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March 28 at 5:00 p.m.
Rising Stars Network Executive Speakers Series
If you’re an emerging professional, join the Rising Stars Network to welcome guest speaker Tom Afferton of Peraton, to discuss not only the logical approach to leadership, but also how he leverages a "head/heart/guts” rubric as a leader.
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March 30 at 7:30 a.m.
Industry Day
You can hear from top officials about the cyber landscape and potential procurement opportunities with the federal government at our Industry Day on Thursday, March 30, 2023. Meet the area's top government contractors and determine what opportunities are right for you.
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The Fort Meade Alliance is proud to celebrate 20 years of excellence. Established in 2003, our efforts with education and workforce development initiatives, transportation solutions, business connections and DoD community support generate real impact in the Fort Meade region.
Thank you for your ongoing commitment to our mission.
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Amazon Web Services
Anne Arundel Community College
AAEDC
ASRC Federal
BAE Systems
Ball Aerospace
BigBear.ai
Boeing Intelligence & Analytics
BrainTrust
CACI
Chugach Consolidated Solutions
Corporate Office Properties Trust
Deloitte LLP
HCEDA
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HII
Innoplex, LLC
LG-TEK
ManTech International Corporation
M.C. Dean
Oceaneering International, Inc.
Parsons
Praxis Engineering
SAIC
Tower Federal Credit Union
UMD, Robert H. Smith School of Business
Whiteford, Taylor & Preston
The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company
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Applied Insight, LLC
BlueHalo
Capitol Technology University
ClearEdge
Community College of Baltimore County
Crown Castle
Focal Point Data Risk
Guidehouse
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Howard Community College
JASINT Consulting and Technologies, LLC
KatzAbosch
Peterson Technologies
RACTSOL
St. Onge Company
Vision Technologies
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