Sunday, February 3, 2013

Weekly News & Agenda for Tuesday, 2/5/13

1. AGENDA FOR TUESDAY, 2/5/13:

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

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. UPCOMING TUESDAY SPEAKERS/PROGRAMS:

-- 2/5/13 (this week):  Leo DeGreef - see above.
-- 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.

3. SERVICE ACADEMY CAREER CONFERENCE - Feb 28-Mar 1 (Savannah, GA)

In the job hunt?  Register now for the next Service Academy Career Conference (SACC), Feb 28 - Mar 1, in Savannah, GA. 

SACC is the only job fair exclusively for service academy grads.  Over 50 employing companies are already registered to participate in Savannah—and they want YOU!  Participating employers and schools are listed on the SACC website below.

To register for the conference/job fair, go to www.sacc-jobfair.com and follow the links to the Savannah SACC.  Register by February 15th to have your resume pre-screened by employers.  Walk-in registration is also available at the SACC.

Space is still available for employers, too!  If you are with a company interested in hiring service academy graduates, please contact SACC Manager Michelle Mazanec at 410.295.4022 or SACC@usna.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/.

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