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Behind The Frontlines Faces of the Force SLRP

October 20, 2026

Aligned for Impact – John Franklin

As a principal engineer specializing in tactical communications, John Franklin is dedicated to ensuring that…

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Behind The Frontlines Faces of the Force

October 13, 2026

Acquisition is a Team Effort – Brice Ott

As a project director at the forefront of delivering advanced threat systems, Brice Ott plays…

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Behind The Frontlines Faces of the Force IDEAL

July 21, 2026

Chase the Experience, Not the Grade – Mark Dahilig

Mark Dahilig believes that the strongest careers are built by looking beyond a single lane.…

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Behind The Frontlines Faces of the Force PPTE

July 14, 2026

Curiosity Drives Innovation – Byron A. Kight

Kight strives to ensure that Army policy reflects the strategic messaging set forth by the…

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ALCP Behind The Frontlines Faces of the Force SLRP TWI

July 7, 2026

Resilience Matters – Maj. Douglas Richardson

Maj. Douglas Richardson has built his career on the simple but solid belief that focus…

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ALCP Behind The Frontlines Faces of the Force IDEAL

June 23, 2026

Understand the Why Behind the Work – Ebonie F. McClintock-Bennett

For Ebonie McClintock-Bennett, understanding the ‘why’ behind the work is not optional—it is essential. That…

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Behind The Frontlines Faces of the Force

June 9, 2026

The Power of Positivity – Maj. Kenneth G. Welch

Maj. Kenneth Welch may be new to acquisitions but he’s no stranger to the Army.…

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Behind The Frontlines Faces of the Force

May 26, 2026

Lead with Confidence and Respect – Nicole Vargas

Nicole Vargas believes the best ideas rarely come from one mind alone. By asking thoughtful…

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ATAP Behind The Frontlines Faces of the Force SLRP

May 12, 2026

Step Outside Your Comfort Zone – Aaron Robertson-Majewski

Aaron Robertson-Majewski approaches each day as a gift, and each opportunity as a chance to…

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Behind The Frontlines Faces of the Force

April 28, 2026

Always Ask Why – Sgt. 1st Class China A. Mathews

When tasked with an assignment full of unknowns, and a tight timeframe to deliver, many…

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Behind The Frontlines Faces of the Force SLRP

April 14, 2026

Build Career Momentum – Charles Harris

Charles Harris draws on a wide range of experience that equip him to handle challenges…

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ACS Behind The Frontlines Faces of the Force NPS

March 31, 2026

Career Path Pivot – Lt. Col. Brandon A. Pye

When Lt. Col. Brandon A. Pye began his first acquisition assignment, he didn’t expect it…

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Behind The Frontlines Faces of the Force

March 17, 2026

Collaboration Counts – Sgt. 1st Class Jacqueline J. Cole

When people come together, share perspectives, and build on each other’s strengths it leads to…

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Behind The Frontlines Faces of the Force

March 3, 2026

Foster Positivity – Danielle C. Andersen

Danielle Andersen believes challenges aren’t obstacles—they’re opportunities to move forward in a better way.

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Hess firing an M80A1 round of ammunition from the M240B machine gun with Lt. Col. Michel, PM MAS, at PM MAS All Hands Range Day at the Karpowich Range, Picatinny Arsenal, New Jersey, in May 2022.

Behind The Frontlines Faces of the Force

February 17, 2026

The Power Of The Four Ps – Marta L. Hess

Success doesn’t happen by chance—it’s built on a foundation. For Marta Hess, that foundation is…

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Behind The Frontlines Faces of the Force

February 3, 2026

Grow In Knowledge – Staff Sgt. Mbawuike Uchechukwu

Learning something new each day keeps the mind sharp, perspectives fresh and the potential for…

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Blenk, right, with Craig Freed, chief engineer of the Enhanced Portable Inductive Artillery Fuze Setter, DEVCOM-AC, conducting a pre-live-fire software check of the Network Assisted Assured Global Positioning System for the programs live-fire demonstration at Yuma Proving Ground, Arizona on November 17, 2016. (Photos courtesy of Thomas Blenk)

Behind The Frontlines Faces of the Force

January 20, 2026

Be Comfortable Being Uncomfortable – Thomas Blenk

Stepping into a new and unfamiliar role can be intimidating, but it’s often the fastest…

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Behind The Frontlines Faces of the Force

January 6, 2026

Mind Over Management – Sean Brandt

Discipline, focus and adaptability are just a few of the qualities that connect martial arts…

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Behind The Frontlines Faces of the Force

December 23, 2025

Keeping It Real – Staff Sgt. Ian W. Kang

Authenticity in the workplace isn’t just a buzzword. It’s a catalyst for genuine connection and…

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Behind The Frontlines Faces of the Force

December 9, 2025

EMBRACE UNCERTAINTY – Svetislav (Steve) Petrusevic

As a systems engineer, Svetislav (Steve) Petrusevic believes that every role is an opportunity to…

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Behind The Frontlines Faces of the Force TWI

November 18, 2025

POWER BEYOND PAPERWORK – Staff Sgt. Summer L. McMahon

In this edition of Faces of the Force, Staff Sgt. Summer L. McMahon shares that…

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Behind The Frontlines Faces of the Force TWI

September 23, 2025

HONE YOUR CRAFT – Maj. Timothy Hancock

In both his career and personal life, Maj. Timothy Hancock carries a simple philosophy: always…

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Behind The Frontlines Faces of the Force

September 9, 2025

BE THE LEADER YOU WISHED YOU HAD – SSG Jordan Kennedy

Modeling the leadership qualities you value builds trust and credibility with those in your personal…

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Army ALT Magazine Faces of the Force

August 27, 2025

PURSUE AND PROSPER – DAVID CHIN

Learn more about David Chin and his career advice to always be open to learning…

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Army ALT Magazine Faces of the Force

August 13, 2025

EMBRACE CHANGE – STACEY MILLER

COMMAND/ORGANIZATION: Program Executive Office for Combat Support and Combat Service Support TITLE: Logistics management specialist…

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Army ALT Magazine Faces of the Force

July 30, 2025

PIVOTAL MOMENTS – MEGHAN LANGSTON

COMMAND/ORGANIZATION: Program Executive Office for Aviation – International Apache TITLE: International program manager YEARS OF…

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Army ALT Magazine Faces of the Force

July 9, 2025

THE ART OF ACQUISITION – CHELSEA CESPEDES

COMMAND/ORGANIZATION: Program Executive Office for Command, Control, Communications and Network TITLE: Assistant product manager YEARS…

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Army ALT Magazine Faces of the Force

July 1, 2025

WORK HARD, PLAY HARD – ROLAND CARTER

COMMAND/ORGANIZATION: Army Contracting Command-Redstone Arsenal TITLE: Lead contract specialist YEARS OF SERVICE IN AAW WORKFORCE:…

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Army ALT Magazine Faces of the Force

June 17, 2025

BE HONEST AND HUMBLE – ERIC GERMAN

COMMAND/ORGANIZATION: Project Manager, Maneuver Ammunition Systems within Joint Program Executive Office for Armaments and Ammunition…

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Faces of the Force Workforce

June 3, 2025

THE BIGGER PICTURE

COMMAND/ORGANIZATION: Joint Program Executive Office for Armaments and Ammunition, Project Manager Maneuver Ammunition Systems, Product…

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Army ALT Magazine Faces of the Force

May 20, 2025

ALWAYS WORTHWHILE

Maj. Nicholas Corby COMMAND/ORGANIZATION: Product Manager Large Caliber Ammunition, Program Manager Maneuver Ammunition Systems, Joint…

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Army ALT Magazine Faces of the Force Workforce

May 6, 2025

HARD WORK PAYS OFF

COMMAND/ORGANIZATION: Project Manager, Close Combat Systems within Joint Program Executive Office for Armaments and Ammunition…

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Army ALT Magazine Faces of the Force

April 22, 2025

TEACHING THE NEXT GENERATION

COMMAND/ORGANIZATION: Army Contracting Command – Redstone Arsenal TITLE: Director, business management/contracting operations YEARS OF SERVICE…

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Army ALT Magazine Faces of the Force

April 8, 2025

KEEP AN OPEN MIND – Brian Hubbard

COMMAND/ORGANIZATION: Joint Program Executive Office for Armaments & Ammunition/Directorate of Integration TITLE: Environmental, safety and…

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Faces of the Force

May 2, 2022

BUSINESS AS USUAL

TITLE: Contract specialist COMMAND/ORGANIZATION: 928th Contracting Battalion YEARS OF SERVICE IN WORKFORCE: 1…

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Faces of the Force

February 2, 2016

Faces of the Force: Cynthia Smith

Position and Unit: Contracting Officer, Contracting and Acquisition Management Office, Army Contracting Command-Redstone Years of…

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Faces of the Force

January 19, 2016

Faces of the Force Profile: Brian Benis

COMMAND/ORGANIZATION: PEO Missiles and Space, Lower Tier Project Office (PATRIOT) Title: Hardware engineer DAWIA Certifications:…

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Faces of the Force

December 8, 2015

Faces of the Force: Kevin Vo

COMMAND/ORGANIZATION: Project Manager for Combat Ammunition Systems, Program Executive Office for Ammunition TITLE: Senior program…

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Faces of the Force

September 29, 2015

Faces of the Force: Brad Costello

POSITION AND UNIT: Operations officer, Project Manager Combat Ammunition Systems, Program Executive Office for Ammunition…

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Faces of the Force

September 15, 2015

Faces of the Force: Donna Bader

POSITION AND UNIT: Contracting Officer/Team leader, Army Contracting Command – Aberdeen Proving Ground YEARS OF…

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Faces of the Force

April 28, 2015

Faces of the Force: Ulysses Perea

POSITION AND UNIT: Human Resources Specialist, U.S. Army Acquisition Support Center, Human Resources Management Division TOTAL…

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Faces of the Force

March 3, 2015

Faces of the Force: Lisa Benjamin

POSITION: Contracting Officer UNIT: 918th Contracting Battalion, Mission and Installation Contracting Command–Fort Carson TOTAL YEARS…

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Faces of the Force

February 17, 2015

Faces of the Force: James A. Bushnell

POSITION: GPC Agency/Organization Program Coordinator UNIT: ACC-APG/Tenant Contracting Division TOTAL YEARS OF ARMY SERVICE: 26…

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Faces of the Force

February 3, 2015

Faces of the Force: James C. Risner

POSITION: Pentagon Liaison, Program Executive Office for Ammunition TOTAL YEARS OF SERVICE: 31 (3 years in the…

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Faces of the Force

January 20, 2015

Faces of the Force: Steven Bryant

POSITION: Deputy Director, Army Contracting Command, Aberdeen Proving Ground. UNIT: Army Contracting Command TOTAL YEARS…

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Faces of the Force

January 13, 2015

Faces of the Force: Amy Hayden

POSITION: Civilian Deputy Director UNIT: Army Contracting Command-Rock Island TOTAL YEARS OF ARMY SERVICE: 30…

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Faces of the Force

January 6, 2015

Faces of the Force: Melissa Garcia

POSITION: Contracting Officer/Team Lead UNIT: Mission and Installation Contracting Command–Fort Bliss/919th Contingency Contracting Battalion TOTAL…

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Faces of the Force

December 30, 2014

Faces of the Force: Deborah Ault

POSITION: Supervisory Contract Specialist/Director UNIT: Mission and Installation Contracting Command TOTAL YEARS OF ARMY SERVICE:…

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Faces of the Force

December 16, 2014

Faces of the Force: Maj. Mark Corn

POSITION: Contingency Contracting Officer UNIT: Mission and Installation Contracting Command, 900th Contingency Contracting Battalion, 419th…

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Faces of the Force

December 2, 2014

Faces of the Force: Master Sgt. Keith Joseph

POSITION: Battalion Sergeant Major UNIT: 922nd Contingency Contracting Battalion TOTAL YEARS OF ARMY SERVICE: 18…

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Faces of the Force

November 25, 2014

Faces of the Force: Al Rinaldi

TITLE: Contracting Officer UNIT: Army Contracting Command TOTAL YEARS OF ARMY SERVICE: 9 AWARDS: Official…

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Faces of the Force

November 18, 2014

Faces of the Force: Donna VanGilder

POSITION: Chief, Training and Readiness, G-3 UNIT: Mission and Installation Contracting Command TOTAL YEARS OF…

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Faces of the Force

November 4, 2014

Faces of the Force: Lt. Col. Robert Strob

POSITION: Chief, Southern Regional Contracting Office UNIT: Healthcare Acquisition Activity, MEDCOM TOTAL YEARS OF ARMY…

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Faces of the Force

October 28, 2014

Faces of the Force: Sheri Baskins

POSITION: Director, Utility Helicopter Contracts UNIT: U.S. Army Contracting Command TOTAL YEARS OF ARMY SERVICE:…

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Faces of the Force

September 16, 2014

Faces of the Force: Adam J. Bross

POSITION: Budget Analyst UNIT: Program Executive Office Enterprise Information Systems (PEO EIS), Program Management Directorate,…

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Faces of the Force

August 19, 2014

Faces of the Force: Doug Wong

POSITION: Chief Systems Engineer, Systems Engineering and Technical Integration Division UNIT: Program Manager Maneuver Ammunition…

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Faces of the Force

July 23, 2014

Faces of the Force: Lt. Col. Mark P. Henderson

POSITION: Training With Industry Fellow COMPANY: Cisco Systems, Inc., Herndon, Virginia TOTAL YEARS OF SERVICE:…

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Faces of the Force

July 8, 2014

Aviation PM relishes job challenges

Faces of the Force: Lt. Col. James “Chris” Mills POSITION: Product Manager for Armed…

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Faces of the Force

May 28, 2014

An acquisition officer’s ‘unconventional’ path

Faces of the Force: Lt. Col. Mark Talbot POSITION: Product Manager, Indirect Fire Protection…

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Faces of the Force

May 13, 2014

Software engineer turned chief architect hardwires the Army of 2020

Faces of the Force: Daniel Woolley POSITION: Chief Architect, Project Manager Mission Command…

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Faces of the Force

March 5, 2014

Soldier, now Army civilian, finds his place after 9/11

Faces of the Force: Jorge L. Caballero POSITION: Integrated Project Team Lead –…

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Faces of the Force

January 14, 2014

Artillery-to-acquisition officer provides innovative technology to Soldiers on the ground

Faces of the Force: Maj. Thomas Jagielski POSITION: Assistant Product Manager (APM) for…

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Faces of the Force

December 5, 2013

Faces of the Force

Working towards culture change By Tara Clements EDITOR’S NOTE: Two women with very…

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Faces of the Force

November 22, 2013

An Army of Two: Yolanda and Sean Friendly

By Steve Stark Editor’s Note: The Army family—a way of life and a core…

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Faces of the Force

October 1, 2013

Army engineer powers remote bases

Faces of the Force: Stephen Smith POSITION: Senior Logistician, Product Manager, Medium Power Sources…

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Faces of the Force

September 17, 2013

Faces of the Force

Faces of the Force: Lt. Col. James Kennedy POSITION: Product Manager Common Systems Integration…

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Faces of the Force

September 3, 2013

Mechanical engineer’s ‘shock’ing deployment

Faces of the Force: Neil Cooper POSITION: Systems Engineer UNIT: Project Manager Mobile…

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Faces of the Force

July 31, 2013

‘One shot stopping’

Faces of the Force: David C. Oatley POSITION: M1040 Item Manager UNIT: Program…

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Faces of the Force

July 8, 2013

Project manager’s team takes flight

Faces of the Force: Col. Brian Tachias POSITION: Project Manager, Fixed Wing Aircraft…

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Faces of the Force

June 17, 2013

Unexpected experience shapes a logistician’s career

Faces of the Force: Carrie Caldwell Clinard POSITION: Logistics Management Specialist UNIT: Joint…

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Faces of the Force

May 29, 2013

Educating future acquisition leaders

Faces of the Force: Sgt. 1st Class Michael Kahyai POSITION: Instructor / Mission…

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Faces of the Force

May 14, 2013

Working to ensure mission readiness

Faces of the Force: Master Sgt. Cynthia Perryman POSITION: Senior Enlisted Advisor UNIT: 918th…

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Faces of the Force

May 1, 2013

Transforming military operations by advancing communications

Faces of the Force: Lt. Col. (P) Robert M. Collins POSITION: Product Manager,…

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Faces of the Force

April 16, 2013

Project officer manages ‘everything explosive’

Faces of the Force: Patrick Scheerer POSITION: Project Manager UNIT: Office of the…

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Faces of the Force

April 2, 2013

Top-Notch staff fuels success for Apache program

Faces of the Force: Col. Jeffrey Hager POSITION: Project Manager UNIT: Apache Attack…

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Faces of the Force

March 20, 2013

Soldier makes a point of helping somebody every day

Faces of the Force: Master Sgt. Julie Saorrono POSITION: Plans & Operations Noncommissioned…

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Faces of the Force

March 5, 2013

Passion and past deployments drive Soldier’s development of protective gear

Faces of the Force: Lt. Col. Frank Lozano POSITION: Product Manager, Soldier Protective…

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Faces of the Force

January 22, 2013

Faces of the Force

Linking unlikely allies for mission success By Susan L. Follett FOTF: What do…

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Faces of the Force

December 26, 2012

Newly minted engineer tracks environmental regs for JAMS

Faces of the Force: Mary Ingram POSITION: Systems Engineer/Value Engineering Lead UNIT: Joint Attack…

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Faces of the Force

December 11, 2012

Acquisition team develops innovative purchasing approach to meet demand and budget challenges

Faces of the Force: Tim Joens POSITION: Acquisition Manager UNIT: Project Manager (PM)…

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