SAME JETC'08 Technical Presentations

Technical Presentation Details

Track 1	Track 2	Track 3	Track 4	Track 5
Session 1.1	Session 2.1	Session 3.1	Session 4.1	--
Session 1.2	Session 2.2	Session 3.2	Session 4.2	Session 5.2
Session 1.3	Session 2.3	Session 3.3	Session 4.3	Session 5.3
Session 1.4	Session 2.4	Session 3.4	Session 4.4	Session 5.4
Session 1.5	Session 2.5	Session 3.5	Session 4.5	Session 5.5

TRACK 1:

Contingency Engineering
Track Chair: LTC Michael Duffy, PE, Esq, LEED, (USA Ret)

Session 1.1:	WED, 21 May	1:45 PM - 3:00 PM	Room 101 B-C
Topic:	Lessons Learned from Iraq and Afghanistan
Synopsis:	This session will present current observations on military contingency operations in Iraq and Afghanistan to date, with a focus on areas of success and areas where improvement is possible. Panelists will present various perspectives on the nature and effectiveness of contingency operations and the discussion, including dialogue with the audience, is intended to provide reasonable understanding of these contingency operations with an opportunity to develop and explore lessons learned and possible enhancements to future contingency operations.
Session Chair:	CDR Matt Haupt, PE, CEC, USN RC
Moderator:	BG Mike Walsh, USA
Panelists:	Mr Tom Baltazar, USAID RADM Rich Cellon, PE, USN Ms Deborah Duncan, PE COL Brian Yolitz, USAF

Session 1.2:	THU, 22 May	9:00 AM - 10:15 AM	Room 101 B-C
Topic:	A/E/C Response to Disaster Recovery Operations
Synopsis:	This panel will focus on architectural, engineering and construction (A/E/C) disaster recovery support operations for the Army, Air Force and Navy. The panelists will present examples of contractor support to military installations and civil operations during recent hurricanes events primarily in the southeastern United States, most notably Hurricanes Charley, Ivan, Katrina and Rita. In addition, emergency response in support of contingencies in Central and South America will be included in the presentation to address similar assistance to other nations. Lessons learned, future requirements, and acquisition strategies will all be included with time for questions and answers and interaction among the panelists and the audience.
Session Chair & Moderator:	MG Robert Griffin, PE, USA Ret
Panelists:	Col Bryon Bednar, PE, USAF Ret CAPT Michael Blount, PE, USN Mr Wynn Fuller Mr Edward Hecker Mr Charles Hess

Session 1.3:	THU, 22 May	10:45 AM - NOON	Room 101 B-C
Topic:	Joint Operations Engineer Board - Making a Difference for Joint Operations
Synopsis:	This session focuses on the Joint Operations Engineer Board, its link to Portfolio Management, the Capabilities Working Group/Interoperability Working Group/Doctrine, and Training Working group perspectives. This session should provide the present operations and future use of this vital tool to the combat engineer.
Session Chair & Moderator:	CDR Matt Haupt, PE, CEC, USN RC
Panelists:	COL Donald Gleason, USAF COL Tim O'Rourke, USA CAPT Michael Peek, PE, CEC, USN MG Merdith (Bo)Temple, PE, USA

Session 1.4:	THU, 22 May	1:15 PM - 2:30 PM	Room 101 B-C
Topic:	Project Management in Contingency Operations
Synopsis:	The diverse engineer missions in Iraqi and Afghanistan expose engineers from the entire sister services to new and daunting challenges, especially in managing construction projects during Contingency Operations. Young, mid-career, and senior military and civilian professionals face the confines of Title 10 and 22 funding requirements and restrictions, they prepare 1391s rapidly and often with uncertain information, their work undergoes Joint Acquisition Review Board (JARB) reviews, and they seek to dovetail all of this with the efforts of non-government organizations (NGO) working within their Areas of Operation (AOs). Their training often provides only a partial basis for navigating these diverse areas. This session will discuss these challenges and how units, organizations and individuals can better prepare themselves prior to deployment. The Panel members bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise including Army and Navy deployments, contract administration, and industry interfaces. You will hear about their experiences and the challenges they encountered. As a result of the discussion, the panel will present recommendations on how to prepare units and individuals better for such challenges.
Session Chair & Moderator:	COL John Morris III, USA Ret
Panelists:	CDR Curtis Anderson, PE, USNR Ret Ms Deborah Duncan, PE LTC Bryan Green, USA Mr Charles Mouzannar

Session 1.5:	THU, 22 May	3:15 PM - 4:30 PM	Room 101 B-C
Topic:	Contingency Contracting
Synopsis:	This discussion will focus on the Department of Defense Contract Augmentation Program (CAP) contract vehicles and how they are being used to leverage private sector capabilities to provide a force multiplier for contingency operations. Panelists will discuss current and projected applications for these contracts and their continued evolution to support changing National interests. Panelists will also address current and future program challenges and what industry can do to better support the Governments needs.
Session Chair & Moderator:	COL Sandy Davis, PE, USA Ret
Panelists:	BG Steve Anderson, USA Col Bryon Bednar, PE, USAF Ret Mr James Gale, PE COL Gary Motsek, USA Ret

TRACK 2:

Installation Management
Track Chair: Ms Jeanne LeBron

Session 2.1:	WED, 21 May	1:45 PM - 3:00 PM	Room 101 D-E
Topic:	Sustainable Range and Training Area Management
Synopsis:	The purpose of this session is to facilitate exchange of information regarding issues facing military ranges and training areas. Use of this space can be used to test and evaluate weapon systems and train DoD personnel without conflicting with economic, environmental, safety, and other concerns. With all Military Services represented, the technical program will cover the many range-related issues that must be resolved to sustain the military's ability to conduct realistic training into the foreseeable future. Topic areas include: Infrastructure, Operations, Maintenance, Encroachment, Land Use Planning, Systems Modernization, Environmental Responsibilities, Outreach, and New Technologies.
Session Chair & Moderator:	Mr Rick Cox
Panelists:	Mr. Tom Macia CAPT Tony Parisi, PE, F.SAME, USN Ret COL James Uken, USAF Ret LTC Lee Viverette, USMC Ret

Session 2.2:	THU, 22 May	9:00 AM - 10:15 AM	Room 101 D-E
Topic:	Asset Management
Synopsis:	"Asset Management" (AM) has become an important initiative for all the military services. Infrastructure has been increasingly acknowledged at higher command levels as an integral support element that impacts organizational effectiveness. This panel will feature senior facility management officials from the Army, Navy, and Air Force discussing their AM practices and initiatives. Each service is growing their AM organizations and implementing updated practices. Come and learn about the latest AM challenges, trends, and success stories.
Session Chair & Moderator:	Mr Dan Geldermann, PE
Panelists:	Mr Gene Hubbard, PE, CFM Mr Don LaRocque Lt Col Wade Lawrence, USAF

Session 2.3:	THU, 22 May	10:45 AM - NOON	Room 101 D-E
Topic:	Joint Basing
Synopsis:	The BRAC 2005 joint-basing initiative impacts 12 locations across the country with one service assigned as the lead agency for each group of joint bases. Speakers will provide an update on where each service is with implementing DoD joint basing guidance. They will discuss how each service is addressing operational issues related to joint basing to include maintaining war fighting capability, quality of life for installation personnel, and facility standards. Speakers will also address how the private sector engineering community can support and may be impacted by the joint basing initiative.
Session Chair & Moderator:	COL Rich Bartholomew, PE, USAF Ret
Panelists:	MAJ Michael Harner, USAF LTC James Larsen, USA LCRD James Meyer, PE, USN Ret COL Jerry Weldon II, USAF

Session 2.4:	THU, 22 May	1:15 PM - 2:30 PM	Room 101 D-E
Topic:	Renewable Energy and Sustainable Designs
Synopsis:	The Department of Defense has been challenged to produce or procure 25% of its electric power from renewable sources by 2025. The panelists will discuss the challenges and opportunities for Government and Industry associated with this ambitious goal and their vision of the way ahead.
Session Chair & Moderator:	COL Rich Fryer, USAF
Panelists:	COL Rich Fryer, USAF Mr Don Juahaz, PE, CEM Mr William Tayler, PE, CEM Mr Mike Warwick

Session 2.5:	THU, 22 May	3:15 PM - 4:30 PM	Room 101 D-E
Topic:	Enhanced Use Leasing / Public-Private Ventures
Synopsis:	Chronic demands on resources to sustain, repair, and modernize inadequate infrastructure continue to increase at all levels. Additionally, competition for limited capital investment funding remains intense, with more rigorous performance-based budgeting protocol now evolving for life-cycle operations and maintenance support. As a result, innovative projects that provide for leveraged asset value through real estate entitlements and other diversified funding sources are being used to deliver facilities, services, and life-cycle maintenance. This session will focus on the latest business models and project opportunities in the multi-billion dollar enterprise across privatization of military housing and utilities, as well as enhanced use leasing.
Session Chair & Moderator:	Mr Joe Calcara
Panelists:	Mr Joe Calcara Mr Scott Forrest CMSgt Ken Miller, USAF Ret Mr Bob Penn

TRACK 3:

Design and Construction
Track Chair: Mr Dwight Beranek

Session 3.1:	WED, 21 May	1:45 PM - 3:00 PM	Room 101 F-G
Topic:	Design and Construction Delivery Methods for DoD Projects
Synopsis:	The Services are undergoing the most comprehensive and massive transformation of its forces since World War II. While the Navy and Air Force are experiencing some change the Army faces the most massive reshaping. The services will be investing billions of dollars more in new infrastructure over the next several years on virtually every type facility to either help prepare military personnel to fight or improve the quality of life for military families. One of the greatest challenges is providing new facilities within a time frame and cost not attainable with traditional military construction procedures. The private sector has an important role to play in the success of this massive build up program. In partnership with the DOD construction agents they jointly must ensure the services have the quality facilities and infrastructure it needs to meet future capabilities and mission requirements. You will hear from the Army, Navy, and Air Force the design and construction delivery methods they are proposing to accomplish this massive build up and some of the challenges they face in doing so. You will also hear an industry perspective on current strategies being used and possible alternative approaches.
Session Chair & Moderator:	Mr Donald Basham, PE
Panelists:	Mr Dennis Firman Mr Joseph Gott, PE COL Andy Scrafford, USAF Ret MG Merdith (Bo)Temple, PE, USA

Session 3.2:	THU, 22 May	9:00 AM - 10:15 AM	Room 101 F-G
Topic:	Homeland Security - Design and Construction Considerations
Synopsis:	Design and construction in the post-9/11 environment presents several challenges to both engineering professionals and facility owners. Effectively balancing risk against cost is more important than ever and both the customer and the contractor must work together to ensure project success. This session will review and update recent changes in facility protection design standards, discuss construction challenges, and considerations associated with translating those standards into the built environment. The session will wrap-up with a presentation on the ASCE Building Security Council's new PLUS rating program for facilities.
Session Chair & Moderator:	COL Bill Macon, USAF Ret
Panelists:	Mr Jon Schmidt, PE, BSCP Mr Dan Sommer, PE Mr Eric Verwers, PE

Session 3.3:	THU, 22 May	10:45 AM - NOON	Room 101 F-G
Topic:	BIM Advances and Successes
Synopsis:	Increasingly complicated design and construction projects have driven the need for Federal owners, design firms, and general contractors to move towards more use of BIM and 3D/4D/5D modeling to facilitate project success. Pat Burns, Vice President - Mortenson Construction, will moderate a panel consisting of: Jeff Hooghouse, US Army Corps of Engineers, discussing the Corp's expectations of BIM and 3D/4D; Kurt Ubbelohde, Vice President - Leo A Daly discussing an AE firm's view of the benefits and challenges of BIM and 3D/4D; Derek Cunz, Director of Virtual Design & Construction - Mortenson Construction discussing a general contractor's view of the benefits and challenges of 4D/5D; and Pat O'Connor, Faegre Law Firm, discussing a lawyer's view of the benefits and risks of Modeling for our industry.
Session Chair & Moderator:	BG Patrick Burns, PE, F.SAME, USAF Ret
Panelists:	Mr Derek Cunz Mr Jeffrey Hooghouse, AIA Mr Patrick O'Conner Jr COL Kurt Ubbelohde, PE, F.SAME, USA Ret

Session 3.4:	THU, 22 May	1:15 PM - 2:30 PM	Room 101 F-G
Topic:	Success Stories in BRAC Execution
Synopsis:	The three panel presentations, and subsequent Question and Answer period, will focus on the lessons learned and program successes achieved to date, as seen from three levels: OSD, a Service Department level, and the military engineering executing agent perspective. The presentations will comment on what the government sees as working from both internal agency perspectives, and in their relationship with critical private sector partners. The objective is to communicate to the Military Engineering Community those practices and processes which can be applied to further improve the execution of this vital program and support to our forces.
Session Chair & Moderator:	Mr Neal Wright, PE, PMP, F.SAME
Panelists:	Mr Dave Drozd, PE, PLS Mr Mike McAndrew Mr William Sorrentino Jr, PE

Session 3.5:	THU, 22 May	3:15 PM - 4:30 PM	Room 101 F-G
Topic:	"Grow the Force"
Synopsis:	The Department of Defense (DoD) is undergoing a force structure change unprecedented in US history, as we create a force that is designed to protect our security and our interests in the 21st Century. The resulting military construction program that is planned through FY 14 and beyond will require the collective skills of the military services and the civilian engineering and construction community to reach the aggressive goals of these programs. In this session we will address three major areas of military construction brought together under the title of "Grow the Force". We will address the Army BRAC and the resulting construction needed to accommodate the movement of troops back to the US from overseas bases, the initiative to grow the size of the Marine Corps and the requirement for Capital Improvements to provide housing and training facilities for the additional Marines and the Guam Build-up which will result in the movement of the majority of the Marines and their dependants from Okinawa, Japan to Guam.
Session Chair & Moderator:	Mr John Accardi Jr, F.SAME
Panelists:	COL James Balocki, USA CAPT David Landess, USN Mr Ralph Luca, PE COL David Spasojevich, USMC

TRACK 4:

Water Resources
Track Chairs: Mr Bob Pietrowski, PE and
Mr John Rushing, F.SAME

Session 4.1:	WED, 21 May		1:45 PM - 3:00 PM		Room 101 H-I
Topic:	Sustainability
Synopsis:	A sustainable military simultaneously meets current and future mission requirements worldwide, safeguards human health, improves quality of life, and enhances the natural environment. This panel will look at how the "triple bottom line" of sustainability is leveraged to achieve the mission, support communities and protect the environment. The panel will demonstrate how the military uses sustainability as a strategic framework. It will also showcase how sustainability is being put into practice in regional planning in the U.S., as well as in providing stability in key regions internationally, such as in the establishment of AFRICOM.
Session Chair & Moderator:	Ms Karen Baker
Panelists:	BG Bob Barnes, USA Ret Mr Michael Cain Dr Michael Donahue, PhD

Session 4.2:	THU, 22 May		9:00 AM - 10:15 AM		Room 101 H-I
Topic:	Flood and Hurricane Risk Management
Synopsis:	Hurricane Katrina and significant flood events around the Nation have focused attention on federal state and local programs to reduce flood losses and ensure the safety of the millions of structures and thousands of individuals who are currently at risk. Initially started as flood control and gradually shifting to flood damage reduction programs with a combination of structural and non-structural approaches, today's governments, business and public efforts are shifting to a strategy of flood risk management. This direction is moving those in harms way to clearly identify the risks they face, assume a share of the responsibility for addressing the risks, and deal with risks through use of the many tools available including structural measures, land use controls, insurance, hazard mitigation and emergency preparedness. The panel will review current efforts in the government and the private sector to meet the flood and hurricane challenges head on.
Session Chair & Moderator:	BG Gerald E. Galloway Jr., PE, PhD, F.SAME, USA Ret
Panelists:	Mr Sandy Eslinger Mr Clive Goodwin Dr Edward Link, PhD Mr Norbert Schwartz

Session 4.3:	THU, 22 May		10:45 AM - NOON		Room 101 H-I
Topic:	Comprehensive Water Resources Management
Synopsis:	The session includes presentations on three aspects of work the Corps of Engineers performs related to comprehensive water resources management. The Actions for Change Comprehensive Systems Approach lead by Dr. Kathleen White will shift the focus on making decisions from individual, isolated projects to an interdependent system, and from local or immediate solutions to regional or long-term solutions. Mr. Daniel Barcellos will describe the Hydrologic Engineering Center technical support to the Iraq Ministry of Water Resources with development of hydrologic data analysis and reservoir system simulation tools to serve in future Iraq water management planning studies and support activities in developing a water management system model of the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers. Ms. Deborah Lee will describe the Great Lakes and Ohio River Division management of 79 multi-purpose reservoirs, the Ohio River and portions of its tributaries, and its support of the International Joint Commission on Great Lakes water issues.
Session Chair & Moderator:	Ms Lisa Bourget, PE
Panelists:	Mr Daniel Barcellos Ms Deborah Lee, PE, PH Dr Kathleen White, PE, PhD

Session 4.4:	THU, 22 May			1:15 PM - 2:30 PM		Room 101 H-I
Topic:	Security of Water Resources Infrastructure
Synopsis:	Water resources infrastructure presents two types of security issues, some of which are significantly different from those for infrastructure that is not part of transportation or transmission systems. While some structural elements are housed in buildings or are relatively compact (locks and dams), others, such as levees, may have significant linear extent, creating a different set of security challenges and concerns. Additionally, because water is retained by some of this infrastructure, significant additional risk follows from the potentially devastating effects caused by release if one of these structures fails. This session examines research and development related to the protection of this infrastructure group, how public-private partnerships can address the security of this infrastructure, and approaches being taken by two of the federal agencies responsible for the security of this infrastructure, the Department of Homeland Security and the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers.
Session Chair, Moderator, & Panelist:	Mr Andrew Bruzewicz
Panelists:	Mr C. Ernest Edgar IV, PE, Esq Dr Enrique Mathieu, PhD Dr Michael Sharp, PE, PhD

Session 4.5:	THU, 22 May	3:15 PM - 4:30 PM				Room 101 H-I
Topic:	Implications of Climate Change
Synopsis:	This session will provide an overview of some potential impacts of climate change on water resources in the United States with a focus on the Great Lakes. Some climate models project significant drying for parts of the United States, particularly the West. Reconstructions of climate in past centuries show that the 20th century has been relatively wet and there is evidence of severe and long-duration droughts in the past. Warming temperatures are already causing observable changes in snow pack in the West and the timing of snow and ice melting. Warmer temperatures may be reducing the ice cover on the Great Lakes leading to more evaporation and lower lake levels. The International Joint Commission is conducting recent and current studies on water management for the Great Lakes. These studies include an evaluation of potential climate change impacts.
Session Chair:	Dr J. Rolf Olsen, PhD
Moderator:	Mr Stephen Stockton, PE
Panelists:	Dr Tony Eberhardt, PE, PhD, D.WRE, F.SAME Dr Roger Pulwarty, PhD Dr Frank Quinn, PE, PhD

TRACK 5:

Professional Development
Track Chairs: COL Sal Nodjomian, PE, F.SAME, USAF and
LTC Scott Griffin, PhD, USA Ret

Session 5.1:	WED, 21 May	1:45 PM - 3:00 PM	Room 102 A-B
Topic:	There is no Session

Session 5.2:	THU, 22 May	9:00 AM - 10:15 AM	Room 102 A-B
Topic:	Transcendental Leadership Panel
Synopsis:	The Transcendental Leadership panel will be led by two of the foremost experts in the field of leadership, Dr Willie Hopkins and Dr Margaret Weber. These engaging speakers will discuss the elements of transcendental leadership, work force diversity, and utilizing these elements to improve performance. Capitalizing on their years of research and study they will share a wealth of knowledge on leadership and interpersonal relations to improve the leadership skills of the workshop attendees.
Session Chair & Moderator:	LTC Scott Griffin, PhD, USA Ret
Panelists:	Dr Willie Hopkins, PhD Dr Margaret Weber, PhD

Session 5.3:	THU, 22 May	10:45 AM - NOON	Room 102 A-B
Topic:	Transcendental Leadership Case Studies
Synopsis:	This program will offer participants to review the lessons of the Transcendental Leadership panel. Led by Dr Scott Griffin and co-chaired by Dr Willie Hopkins and Dr Margaret Weber participants will review and participate is case studies on leadership. Interaction among the panel and participants will provide a wide breadth of ideas and transfer of experiences across the audience. This program will benefit the full spectrum of attendees from senior vice-presidents to newly assigned project managers, by sharing relevant leadership skills for today’s environment.
Session Chair & Moderator:	LTC Scott Griffin, PhD, USA Ret
Panelists:	Dr Willie Hopkins, PhD Dr Margaret Weber, PhD

Session 5.4:	THU, 22 May	1:15 PM - 2:30 PM	Room 102 A-B
Topic:	Award-Winning Mentor Panel
Synopsis:	The Award Winning Mentor panel will feature two exceptional mentors, Ms Pam Mullender and Mr Matt Harvey. As Executive Director of ACE Mentoring, Ms Mullender has a wealth of knowledge on all aspects of mentoring, from finding a mentor through becoming a mentor. Mr Harvey, recognized by the SAME Society of Fellows with their 2007 Mentor Award, brings valuable experience in the SAME mentoring program. Each of the panel members will share their secrets for creating a successful mentoring relationship, and the benefits to the organization from creating a line of mentors and protégés to optimize resources within an organization. The lessons shared will benefit all levels of leaders within an organization.
Session Chair & Moderator:	COL Sal Nodjomian, PE, F.SAME, USAF
Panelists:	Mr Matthew Harvey, PE, F.SAME Ms Pamela Mullender

Session 5.5:	THU, 22 May	3:15 PM - 4:30 PM	Room 102 A-B
Topic:	Award-Winning Mentor Case Studies
Synopsis:	This program will offer participants to review the lessons of the Award Winning Mentor panel. Led by COL Sal Nodjomian and co-chaired by Ms Pam Mullender and Mr Matt Harvey participants will review and participate is case studies on mentoring. Drawing on past experiences and historical events, the panel will lead participants in a highly interactive case study review of mentoring situations. The program goal is to provide participants with skills to develop effective mentor/protégé relationships and increase organizational productivity.
Session Chair & Moderator:	COL Sal Nodjomian, PE, F.SAME, USAF
Panelists:	Mr Matthew Harvey, PE, F.SAME Ms Pamela Mullender

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