The Word on WID
Winter 2012
The Word on WID
Women in Defense Palmetto Chapter Newsletter
Women in Defense (WID)
A National Security Organization cultivates and supports the
advancement and recognition of women in all aspects of national
security. WID was established to provide women a formal
environment for professional growth through networking,
education, and career development.
Speaker and Sponsor
On Friday, September 30, 2011, Beth Smith, Chief Operating Officer,
Federal Government Services, Deloitte LLP was the keynote speaker
and Deloitte LLP was the monthly sponsor.
Beth Smith provided personal stories and background information in
regards to her operational experience. She gave us amazing highlights
into to her decisions/elements that were key transitions points
throughout her career. Those experiences/decisions lead her to her
current executive position within Deloitte’s Federal Practice. Her story
naturally shows how her professional experiences shaped her into a
dynamic female executive within the Department of Defense industry.
Deloitte LLP is in the business of helping the
federal government deliver extraordinary
advantages to citizens through unprecedented efficiency, accountability
and responsiveness. Deloitte draws upon a range of services to provide
an informed perspective. Their portfolio of services addresses people,
process and technology while helping you manage risk and meet
compliance requirements.
Upcoming Events
January 20
Monthly luncheon at
Carrabbas. Guest
Speaker Tricia Ward.
January 27 Palmetto WID
Leadership meeting at
Booz Allen office.
February 11 Palmetto WID
Leadership yearly offsite
at the downtown library.
February 24 Monthly luncheon at
Carrabbas. Guest
speaker Chris Miller.
We at Palmetto Women in Defense are extremely fortunate to have such
an amazing speaker and company personally involved in our efforts. To
the right is Beth Smith (in red) with her staff from Deloitte.
Palmetto WID provides a source for defense industry
information, increased networking opportunities and
professional contacts and an expanded scope of
informative programs.
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Recap of Palmetto WID’s Fall Major Events
VA Medical Center & Military Woman of the Year
We were honored with guests from the Ralph H. Johnson VA
Medical Center and the Charleston RiverDogs. With the support
from the RiverDogs, Palmetto WID was proud to present a check for
$2,920.00 to the VA Center from a fundraiser held at the ballpark this
past summer. A special introduction was made where as Palmetto
WID proudly introduced our 2011 Military Woman of the Year,
MSgt Amanda G. Lynch, USAF, B Flight Chief/Jet Engine
Instructor, 373d TRS Det 5, Joint Base Charleston. Amanda was
nominated by her superior and was selected from a field of 17 very
worth nominees! She received her very own special edition Palmetto
WID/RiverDogs camo jersey autographed by the entire RiverDogs
team from Harold Craw of the RiverDogs. Thank you Harold!
Harold Craw and Amanda Lynch
SpeedNet
Palmetto WID hosted another SpeedNet session on Friday, October
21, 2011. The hour spent in a SPEEDNET session yielded up to 15
contacts per person and possible new opportunities for all. Palmetto
WID had a great turnout for this popular luncheon, as it followed the
prior day’s CDCA SBIOI Symposium. We will have another speed
networking session in 2012.
Veteran’s Salute
Palmetto WID was proud to be featured as a supporter at the CDCA
5th annual C5ISR conference Nov. 14-17. We followed the event by
featuring a “Veteran’s Salute,” at our monthly luncheon honoring a
panel of active, former/retired military representing each of the
branch of the armed forces.
Mary Graves and SSgt Tiffany Martin
The speakers were: COL Judith Hughes, 628th Medical Group
(USAF), LTC Tracey Williams, 841ST Transportation Battalion
(ARMY), CWO4 Lori Palmer, CG Sector Charleston (Coast Guard),
SSgt Tiffany Martin, The Citadel (USMC), ETC Christina Biagetti,
Navy Nuclear Propulsion Training Unit (USN) and Mary Graves,
Scientific Research Corporation.
Attendees enjoyed each speaker’s recount of why they joined their
respective branch along with the anecdotal insights to their service.
ETC Christina Biagetti and CW04 Lori Palmer
Thank you to all!
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Meet the New 2012 Leadership Team
The Women in Defense-Palmetto Chapter has many opportunities for you to serve in an area in which you
already shine, or to expand your knowledge in a whole new arena. Our Leadership is made up of the four
elected officials (president, vice president, secretary and treasurer) and at least nine Chairperson and CoChairpersons, who all work together to keep our WID chapter active in the ‘advancement and recognition of
women in all aspects of national security.’ Please visit our website and fill out a short survey where you can let
us know those areas where you might like to help, either as a Chair or as a committee member. This is not a
commitment on your part, but an acknowledgement that you may be willing to serve in an area, which interests
you. All are welcome!
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How does the Palmetto Chapter of WID
make a difference?
Women in Defense Palmetto Chapter has been making a difference in the lives and the community of the
greater Charleston, SC area since 2009. We will continue our efforts through our community outreach
and mentoring programs as follows:
Educational
Signature Events
SPAWAR Science, Technology,
Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Project
Military Woman of the Year with the
Charleston Riverdogs
Lego/Robotics League
CDCA Symposium Networking Event
Citadel Scholarship for Women
Silent Auction
Citadel Mentoring Program
Charitable
Change a Vet’s Life: VA Hospital
East Cooper Community Outreach Food Bank
Palmetto Scholars Academy
Want to join the Palmetto
chapter of WID?
Sign up online at www.ndia.org/login
Or
Download and complete a WID membership
application and submit via fax or mail.
Fax with a credit card at 703.522.1885
Mail with a check or credit card to:
Membership Costs
Military/Government Civilian
Membership-3 year complimentary.
Industry Partner-$35.00 Annually
Life Membership-$500.00
WID
2111 Wilson Boulevard, STE 400
4
Arlington, VA 22201-3061
Email: wid@ndia/org