National Defense Transporation Association - DC Chapter

Leading the WAY

NDTA Mentor ~ Protégé Program

The Washington DC Chapter of the National Defense Transportation Association (NDTA) will kick off its Mentor / Protégé Program beginning on February 21st. The Program, which is in its seventh season, is FREE and includes six after-work-hour sessions to fit your busy schedule. Your level of opportunity far outweighs your investment!

What's the gain? Consider the following testimonial from a former NDTA Protégé as proof of this rewarding program…..

About six years ago, I entered a new phase in my career. One of my added responsibilities was managing a large group of people. I needed help to understand the intricacies of such a daunting task so I turned to NDTA’s Mentor Protégé Program. MG William Farmen, USA (Ret.) volunteered his time and talents with me [Bio is linked above]. He shared so many constructive tips and practical ways that I could implement his expert guidance. I still hear him to this day, “It’s your job to help people to be the best that they can. Let them know they have your support. You don’t need a heavy hand – you don’t have to dictate - just provide the tools so folks can be successful at their job. Always let people know that they have your support - in good times and bad - and keep those lines of communication open.“

The benefits of NDTA's Mentor ~ Protégé Program are long lasting. Our NDTA Protégé recalls that MG Farmen was genuinely approachable in spite of his international renown and accomplishments, which made a lasting impression. He also established an environment of trust and concern. Our Protégé adds that the advice given so long ago is still called in to play on a daily basis, following several job promotions and ever increasing responsibilities.

The NDTA Mentor / Protégé Program is distinct from Department of Defense mentoring initiatives that cater to business procedures. With NDTA.....

The focus is on the Individual
The purpose is to Lead the Way towards professional development
Sessions are conducted one-on-one
The program is strictly dependent on volunteers

A partial list of participating Mentors and their biographies appears at left. If you would like more information, or if you are interested in becoming a Mentor, please contact Larry Larkin.

Click here for Program brochure.

Upcoming Events

January 19 Luncheon

Location: The Army and Navy Club

Guest Speaker - Rear Admiral Mark F. Heinrich he is Commander, Naval Supply Systems Command and Chief of Supply Corps

Date: Thursday, 19 January 2012

Time: 1130-1330

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