Agenda for Tuesday, 1/29/13

1. AGENDA FOR TUESDAY, 1/29/13:

0700-0730:  INTRODUCTIONS & ASSISTANCE
During group introductions, tell us what's new for you lately, especially any networking needs.  It's likely someone will be able to assist with referrals, advice, or other help with your particular need.  Even if you don't have immediate needs, consider joining us on Tuesday for the long-term networking value.

0730-0800:  SPEAKER/PROGRAM

Major Charles Zakhem will talk about his experiences while serving in a liaison role in Jordan.  He is currently a Brigade S4 with the Colorado National Guard.  In a prior assignment, MAJ Zakhem served 2.5 years at the U.S. embassy in Jordan as a liaison for Colorado's state partnership with that country.

Thanks to David Graves (USMA '97) for arranging to have MAJ Zakhem speak with us this week.

2. UPCOMING TUESDAY SPEAKERS/PROGRAMS:

-- 1/29/13 (this week):  Major Charles Zakhem - see above.
-- 2/5/13:  Leo Degreef (USAFA '79) will talk about FIRST Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology).  Leo helped found Team #3729 at Regis Jesuit High School and continues to volunteer helping 3729 and other teams in the Denver metro area. 
-- 2/12/13:  TBD/Open Forum
-- 2/19/13:  LTC Scott Sherman (USMA '92) will provide an overview of the mission of the Colorado National Guard.  LTC Sherman is a fulltime guardsman in the state G3 office.  He recently completed his battalion command of 3-157 Field Artillery, where he oversaw the transition of the battalion's weapon system from MLRS to HIMARS.

If you'd like to invite a speaker or lead a discussion on any future Tuesday, just let me know at panicciaj@aol.com.

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Have a great week.  

Joe Paniccia (USMA '84)
panicciaj@aol.com

Service Academy BizNet of Denver meets weekly on Tuesdays at 0700, in the Marriott Hotel at the Denver Tech Center. From I-25, exit Belleview east, then turn north onto Syracuse Street. The Marriott lots are paid parking (approx $2-4), however you can park for FREE across the street at Garcia's Restaurant (we have their permission). Look for us in the seating area inside the Marriott's coffee shop. RSVP is not required. Dress is casual. Attendance is open to graduates of the federal service academies (USAFA, USCGA, USMA, USMMA, USNA). Our schedule, roster and other information are posted on the web site at http://www.academybiznet.org/.