DLA Energy in Action 

During DLA HQC Employee Appreciation Day 

on Oct. 31, the DLA Energy “CAGerinas” showed 

team spirit winning 1st place in the costume 

contest after participating in a 5K.

During the DLA Energy Airmen’s Call on 

Nov. 9, Airmen spent the day networking, 

discussing issues and hearing from Brig 

Gen Tyler, the DLA Aviation Commander 

and senior ranking DLA Airmen, and 

Col Janette Ketchum, the Senior Service 

Advisor for Air Force personnel at DLA.

In late September and October, Americas 

West QARs Kerry Harned, David Gladden, Lino 

Garcia, Scott Marcinkowski, Kevin Mattern, 

Chris Bobzien, and Brad Howard performed 

on hire inspections on three 

Military Sealift Command timechartered vessels destined to 

support the ongoing defueling 

of Red Hill. 

More than 60 Energy employees were recognized during the 

Acquisition Honors Ceremony and Pathways to Career Excellence 

graduation on Nov. 7. Read more in this DLA news story or watch a 

recording of the ceremony in ZoomGov (Passcode: =M23@30r)

ENERGY CONNECTION

Energy Family, 

 First, I want to give a shout out to the teams 

in Hawaii and everyone who continues to 

support the defueling efforts at Red Hill both 

on and off the island. Over 80% of the fuel has 

been removed and operations continue to 

run smoothly. It’s been a huge endeavor, but 

the DLA Energy family continues to show our 

world-class service and excellence.

 The Indo-Pacific team also held the first Fuels 

Exchange Agreements Forum in Honolulu last 

week. While I could not be there, I heard it 

was a great success. BG Gardner, INDOPACOM 

J4 Director, provided excellent insight on 

the strategic importance of international 

partnership in the region. Thank you to the 

team for all your hard work pulling that 

together. I look forward to attending next year. 

 On the admin side, thank you to everyone 

for your diligence in completing the DMPAP 

mid-year reviews. Now that it’s Open Season

make sure to review your federal benefits. You 

only have until Dec. 11 to make changes to 

your plans. Learn more on OPM’s website.

 CFC is running now for another two months. 

Please consider joining the millions of other 

federal and military members who contribute 

to the world’s largest and most successful 

annual workplace charity program. 

 Mark your calendars for a couple of 

upcoming back-to-back events at the end of 

November. Nov. 28, we will induct Ms. Jean 

Cox and Mr. James Young into the DLA Energy 

Hall of Fame. Learn more about the honorees 

in this DLA news story. On Nov. 29, Mr. Kless 

will hold an All Hands focused on “Back 

Together” and hope to see you all there in the 

auditorium. 

 As we get closer to the end of 2023, work 

with your supervisor now to schedule leave 

through the new year. The holidays are a great 

time to take time off and spend time with 

friends and family.

A MESSAGE FROM 

THE COMMANDER

CAPT Brian 

Anderson

Core Values: Leadership, Professionalism & Technical Knowledge through Dedication to Duty, Integrity, Ethics, Honor, Courage & Loyalty

Volume 3, Issue 17 November 15, 2023
Mark your calendars!

Nov 28: DLA Energy Hall of Fame, 10am

Nov 29: All Hands, 12pm

Dec 5-7: Senior Leader Offsite

Dec 7: DLA Energy Holiday Party, 11:30am to 3:30pm

DLA Energy Europe & Africa 

“Energizer of the Month”

MSgt Tyrone McDougal 

MSgt McDougal is a QAR working in 

the Aviano, Italy, office. He executed 

four vessel discharge operations in 

three separate countries totaling ~13M 

USG (one in Djibouti, Africa; two in 

Marseille, France; and one in La Spezia, 

Italy). During the discharge in Italy, he 

identified and resolved an inadequate additive quantity 

level ensuring on-spec fuel for the warfighters. 

JOB WELL DONE!

Congratulations to the two DLA Energy employees selected 

by DOD to participate in the FY24 Defense Civilian Emerging 

Leader Program! Mr. Dwayne Briscoe (Cohort 18 Spring 

2024) and Ms. Melissa Rodriguez (Cohort 19 Summer 2024).

Congratulations to Ms. Jacee Stumpf on her selection for 

the Defense Pricing and Contracting’s Acquisition Exchange 

Program, an 11-month assignment starting in January. 

Welcome to the team Mr. Sam Paris, DLA Energy HQC 

Facilities Manager, and Mr. Paul Couto, DLA Energy HQC 

Physical Security Specialist. 

Lego model 

bridges gap in fuel 

systems training

Carl Drechsel, 

a DLA Energy 

project engineer, is 

helping entry-level 

employees and students with his realistic model of a 

complete DOD fuel receipt and distribution system.

Passport desk guide

A new DLA Energy passport guide is available to assist 

employees with obtaining an official passport. Learn 

more in this DLA Today announcement and on Energy’s 

eWorkplace homepage under Tools (CAC-required).

Congratulations to the DLA Energy 4th quarter, FY23 military, 

civilian and strategic goals employees of the quarter. 

Company Grade: 

Air Force Capt Akeem Parks, DLA Energy Europe & Africa 

Field Grade Officer:

Army CW3 Kevin Mason, DLA Energy Middle East 

Senior Noncommissioned Officer:

Army MSG Darren McGraw, DLA Energy South-West Pacific

Category C Civilian (GS13-15/WS): 

Raul Garcia, DLA Energy Middle East 

Category B Civilian (GS/WG/WL 7-12): 

Jessie Rodriguez-Perez, DLA Energy Okinawa

DLA Director’s Strategic Goals Award:

Large Team Award: DLA Energy Facility Sustainment

Small Team Award: DLA Energy Europe & Africa 

Supplier Operations

EOQs 

Click to learn more about your fellow 

DOD American Indians and Alaska Natives

CONGRATULATIONS!

Army MAJ Mike McCrory, DLA 

Energy Europe & Africa’s Chief of 

Plans and Future Ops, received the 

LTG (Retired) Arthur J. Gregg Award 

during the annual Association of 

the United States Army (AUSA) 

forum in October. He helped process thousands of Afghan 

travelers arriving in Germany after the Afghanistan withdraw 

in August 2021. He supported 12,000 people coordinating 

an interagency task force of medical, educational and 

government reps, fed 8,000 people three meals a day, to 

include 1,000 newborn babies, provided clothing and 

necessities, and reunited separated families. 

Sam Paris Paul Couto