Sunday, January 29, 2017

Agenda for Tuesday, 31 January 2017

1. AGENDA FOR TUESDAY, 31 JANUARY 2017:

0700-0800:  Introductions, Networking, Open Forum Discussion.

Resolve to renew your old contacts and build new ones, via your grad network.  Come by on Tuesday morning, grab some coffee, and join in the discussion.  We'll begin with introductions and general networking.  Tell us about any current pursuits.  We can help with referrals, advice, job search assistance, contacts, and other networking. 

2. SPEAKER SCHEDULE:

31 January (this week):  Networking & Open Forum Discussion

7 February:  TBD or Open Forum Networking.  This date is open for a speaker.

If there's a speaker you'd like to invite for an upcoming Tuesday, just let me know at panicciaj@aol.com.

Remember that you could be the speaker yourself.  Maybe you have an interesting topic or a problem you'd like to put to the group.  Or you've gained new insight from a book or conference.  Those are just a few examples of informal discussions you can lead as our speaker.

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Have a great week.

Joe Paniccia (USMA '84)
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 hotel will be on your left. There is free self-parking at the hotel. 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). There are no dues or fees.  Our schedule, roster, and other information are posted at www.academybiznet.org.  Sign up (free) by following the instructions on the home page, to get communications via our blog and email.

Sunday, January 22, 2017

Agenda for Tuesday, 24 January 2017

1. AGENDA FOR TUESDAY, 24 JANUARY 2017:

0700-0800:  Introductions, Networking, Open Forum Discussion.

Resolve to renew your old contacts and build new ones, via your grad network.  Come by on Tuesday morning, grab some coffee, and join in the discussion.  We'll begin with introductions and general networking.  Tell us about any current pursuits.  We can help with referrals, advice, job search assistance, contacts, and other networking. 

2. SPEAKER SCHEDULE:

24 January (this week):  Networking & Open Forum Discussion

31 January:   TBD or Open Forum Networking.  This date is open for a speaker.

If there's a speaker you'd like to invite for an upcoming Tuesday, just let me know at panicciaj@aol.com.

Remember that you could be the speaker yourself.  Maybe you have an interesting topic or a problem you'd like to put to the group.  Or you've gained new insight from a book or conference.  Those are just a few examples of informal discussions you can lead as our speaker.

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Have a great week.

Joe Paniccia (USMA '84)
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 hotel will be on your left. There is free self-parking at the hotel. 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). There are no dues or fees.  Our schedule, roster, and other information are posted at www.academybiznet.org.  Sign up (free) by following the instructions on the home page, to get communications via our blog and email.

Monday, January 16, 2017

Agenda for Tuesday, 17 January 2017

1. AGENDA FOR TUESDAY, 17 JANUARY 2017:

0700-0800:  Introductions, Networking, Open Forum Discussion.

Resolve to renew your old contacts and build new ones, via your grad network.  Swing by tomorrow morning (Tues), grab some coffee, and join in the discussion.  We'll begin with introductions and general networking.  Tell us about any current pursuits.  We can help with referrals, advice, job search assistance, contacts, and other networking. 

2. SPEAKER SCHEDULE:

17 January (this week):  Networking & Open Forum Discussion

24 January:   TBD or Open Forum Networking.  This date is open for a speaker.

If there's a speaker you'd like to invite for an upcoming Tuesday, just let me know at panicciaj@aol.com.

Remember that you could be the speaker yourself.  Maybe you have an interesting topic or a problem you'd like to put to the group.  Or you've gained new insight from a book or conference.  Those are just a few examples of informal discussions you can lead as our speaker.

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Have a great week.

Joe Paniccia (USMA '84)
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 hotel will be on your left. There is free self-parking at the hotel. 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). There are no dues or fees.  Our schedule, roster, and other information are posted at www.academybiznet.org.  Sign up (free) by following the instructions on the home page, to get communications via our blog and email.

Sunday, January 8, 2017

Agenda for Tuesday, 10 January 2017

1. AGENDA FOR TUESDAY, 10 JANUARY 2017:

0700-0730:  Introductions and Networking Assistance.

Tell us about your current pursuits.  We can help with referrals, advice, job search assistance, contacts, and other networking.  Build your personal network among fellow grads. 

0730-0800:  Annual White Elephant Gift Exchange. 

Re-wrap and unwanted gift and bring it for our annual gift exchange.  We'll explain our excessively elaborate gift exchange rules, then dive into the fun.  Don't have a gift to bring?...please come anyway, as we usually have extra gifts to share.    

2. SPEAKER SCHEDULE:

10 January (this week):  Annual White Elephant Gift Exchange.

17 January:   TBD/Open Forum Networking.

If there's a speaker you'd like to invite for an upcoming Tuesday, just let me know at panicciaj@aol.com.  Remember that you could be the speaker yourself.  Maybe you have an interesting topic or a problem you'd like to put to the group.  Or you've gained new insight from a book or conference.  Those are just a few examples of informal discussions you can lead as our speaker.

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Have a great week.

Joe Paniccia (USMA '84)
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 hotel will be on your left. There is free self-parking at the hotel. 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). There are no dues or fees.  Our schedule, roster, and other information are posted at www.academybiznet.org.  Sign up (free) by following the instructions on the home page, to get communications via our blog and email.

Sunday, January 1, 2017

Weekly News & Agenda for Tuesday, 3 January 2017

1. AGENDA FOR TUESDAY, 3 JANUARY 2017:

0700-0800:  Introductions, Networking Assistance, and Open Forum Discussion.

Join us for open forum networking.  We can help with referrals, advice, job search assistance, contacts, and other networking.  Or just come to broaden your personal and professional network, and join the discussion on a variety of timely topics. 

2. SPEAKER SCHEDULE:

3 January (this week):  Open Forum/Networking.

10 January:  Annual White Elephant Gift Exchange.  Re-wrap an unwanted gift and bring it on the 10th for our annual gift exchange.

If there's a speaker you'd like to invite for an upcoming Tuesday, just let me know at panicciaj@aol.com.  Remember that you could be the speaker yourself.  Maybe you have an interesting topic or a problem you'd like to put to the group.  Or you've gained new insight from a book or conference.  Those are just a few examples of informal discussions you can lead as our speaker.

3.  GRAD SEEKING ASSISTANCE:

BizNet member Dan Salmore (USNA '91) is looking for his next opportunity after his longtime employer moved their entire operation out of state.  Please take a look at his resume which is pasted below (formatting issues are due to the limitations of our BizNet blog).  Contact Dan directly if you know of opportunities or can offer advice or referrals.  His background is heavy on mechanical engineering and manufacturing operations, and those are the main focus of his job search.


DANIEL JOEL SALMORE
                                                                                       
5895 W. Atlantic Place
Lakewood, CO 80227
303-722-2025
djsalmore@gmail.com



SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:


 
Mechanical Design Engineer with a significant broad based experience in commercial manufacturing,  project management, and personnel management.

Strengths include:

*Manufacturing Operations Management   *Project Management                                     *Computer Aided Design / CAD Modeling

*Inventory Control                                         *LogĂ­stics / International LogĂ­stics              *Develop new product designs

*Safety                                                              *Environmental Compliance                         *Employee Training

*Employee Management                                *Personal Administration                              *Mechanical Design  

*Inside Sales                                                    *Customer Service                                         

*Material / Enterprise Requirements Planning



PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:



 Quality Corporation, Denver, CO

 July 2002 -Present



 January 2015 -November 2016                   Engineer / Safety Director

Quality Corporation, Denver, CO


       Designed, and documented changes to product using engineering concepts, principles, and practices for an industrial setting. Provided technical assistance to Sales Dept. for sales and service. Simplified interface options from 136 to under 20, significantly reducing cost. Generated and maintained product documentation, BOM’s drawings and manuals for complex equipment.
       Used MS Excel &  Google Sheets to create error checking pricing form. Used AutoCAD Inventor 2016 to Document changes to design. Established and maintained effective working relationships in the department.
       Administered all Safety related programs, training, and activities throughout the company. Maintained Cost Containment program and discount.
 

 June 2007 -December 2014          Parts & Service Coordinator / Assistant Plant Manager / Safety Director

       Managed the Inside Sales, Shipping, and Warehouse Departments. $1 million in annual sales and all logistics for the same. Responsible for coordinating between Engineering, Sales, and Production for customer orders. Supervised 2 to 6 personnel. Directed all communication with customers and advertisers using excellent written and verbal communication skills.

       Directed plant operations while Plant Manager was absent. Responsible for maintaining production schedule and executing all aspects of an $8 million a year factory with a Lean Manufacturing philosophy.

       Directed all Safety, industrial hygiene, employee training programs throughout the company. Qualified company for Worker’s Compensation Cost Containment Program in 2009, earning the Worker’s Compensation Insurance discount.



February 2007 - June 2007                           Design Engineer / Safety Director

       Created Engineering models and drawings using CAD conforming to drawing standards.

       Implemented MRP / ERP system for all production activities.


       Administered all Safety related programs, training, and activities throughout the company.



July 2002 – February 2007                           Engineering Coordinator / Safety Director

       Responsible for coordinating between Engineering, Sales, and Production for customer orders.

       Created product documentation which is still a critical part of service and part sales operations 12 years later.

       Managed the Shipping Department. Assisted as needed in packing and shipping parcel and truck cargo shipments; receiving parcel and truck cargo shipments and stocking parts. Averaged 4,000+ hours per year on stand up, and straddle forklifts.

       Administered all Safety related programs, training, and activities throughout the company.





MILITARY EXPERIENCE:  Lieutenant, Surface Warfare, United States Navy,



 
June 1993 - Aug 1996      Division Officer, USS ELROD (FFG 55) & USS GEORGE WASHINGTON (CVN 73)

       Supervised 6 to 30 personnel in all aspects of training, administration, duty assignments and equipment maintenance.

       Coordinated staffing, staff training, and equipment maintenance for day-to-day operation of vital aspects of $1/2 billion dollar warship, including small boat, helicopter operations and warship guidance and maneuvering.

       Supervised over 230 personnel, while on shift. and directed operations of warship in all aspects, including engineering, safety, scheduling, and transportation. Held Secret Clearance.




EDUCATION:



US Naval Academy, BS Mechanical Engineering, 3.23 GPA, Graduated with Merit

       Member of Tau Beta Pi, Engineering Honor Society and Pi Tau Sigma, Mechanical Engineering Honor Society, Engineer-In-Training. Held Q clearance during summer internship at LANL.

The Colorado College, MA Teaching: Secondary Mathematics, 3.7 GPA, Graduated Cum Laude

       Member of Kappa Delta Pi, Education Honor Society

Grand Canyon University, Master’s in Business Administration, August 2016-Present


       Estimated graduation date: May 2018

 
SKILLS:  Expert knowledge of AutoCAD 2000i, Mechanical Desktop 4.0, AutoCAD Inventor 2016 / 3D Modeling. Skilled in PC applications including MS Office Suite  and Google Sheets/Docs. Keyboard 20 wpm and 10 key. Certified in stand up, counter balance, and straddle truck forklift operation.

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Happy New Year! 

Joe Paniccia (USMA '84)
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 hotel will be on your left. There is free self-parking at the hotel. 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). There are no dues or fees.  Our schedule, roster, and other information are posted at www.academybiznet.org.  Sign up (free) by following the instructions on the home page, to get communications via our blog and email.