About Us
We are the Washington D.C. Chapter of the National Defense Transportation Association (NDTA).
Since World War II, NDTA has served our country’s national defense and homeland security as a trusted environment where government, military, and private sector professionals can solve pressing challenges in the fields of logistics, transportation, and passenger travel services.
NDTA is a non-political, non-profit educational organization. Our three priorities are to:
Maintain that “trusted environment” by facilitating strong working relationships, education, and the exchange of ideas
Invest in programs and capabilities that provide value to our corporate and individual members, and help develop the next generation of professionals
Serve the broader national security interest through a new focus on all government stakeholders in logistics, transportation, and passenger travel
We have a rich history, dating back to 1944. In that time, NDTA has established a great track record of service; including real-world disaster relief through partnerships with organizations like American Red Cross, the creation of transportation studies and white papers, the development of emergency management plans, and exercises in cooperation with the military.
The D.C. Chapter is made up of a volunteer board and members from the military, government and industry in D.C. metro area. We host a variety of professional development, educational and social events for transportation, logistics and travel professionals supporting the defense and security of our nation. We also award academic scholarships for current graduate and undergraduate students pursuing a career in transportation, logistics or travel.
An educational program that we are particularly proud of is the Mentor Protégé Program. The program brings together senior leaders in government and industry (mentors) and early-to-midcareer individuals (protégés) to share lessons learned, build connections, and discuss career options.
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events:
April 4, 2024
NDTA DC Chapter Event:
Doug Harrington, Acting Associate Administrator for Strategic Sealift, U.S. Maritime Administration, joins us to discuss MARAD Sealift Program updates, opportunities in federal shipbuilding, and current challenges in the maritime industry workforce
11:30AM to 12:30PM
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May 14-17, 2024
NDTA-CAS Surface Force Projection Conference
“Ready Now – Contested Joint Force Deployments to and through Strategic Ports”
Christopher Newport University, Newport News, VA
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CLICK HERE
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FUTURE MEETINGS:
Date & Speaker: TBA
Contact
Questions? Want to join the Chapter or volunteer at an event? Email us at:
NDTADCCHAPTER@GMAIL.COM
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Programs and Events
Mentor Protégé Program
To promote professional and leadership development within the Defense transportation and logistics community, the Washington DC Chapter of NDTA created a dynamic program that brings together senior leaders wishing to give back to the community with early- and midcareer individuals seeking to further their professional growth. The Program was established in 2003 and was named after LTG Edward Honor, US Army, as a tribute to his endless dedication to growing and nurturing the future leadership of the Defense transportation and logistics community.
The program will kick back up in Fall 2019. Sessions include speeches from government and industry leaders on ways to enhance your career. If you are interested in attending a session, as either a mentor or protégé, or even just a spectator, please contact us at NDTADCCHAPTER@GMAIL.COM.
National Transportation Week
Each year in May our Chapter celebrates National Transportation Week. The May 2019 celebration has concluded which included a Chapter golf tournament and Nationals Baseball game that drew over 80 attendees! Stay tuned for more details on the May 2020 celebration!
Monthly Luncheons
The NDTA DC Chapter hosts monthly luncheons featuring key note speakers who are senior leaders in government and military transportation, logistics, and travel. Luncheons are open to both members and non-members. They offer an excellent opportunity for networking and staying abreast of the latest developments in defense transportation, logistics, travel and related topics. *virtual until further notice*
Monthly Networking Events
Join the National Defense Transportation Association (NDTA) DC Chapter for networking events to socialize with some of the area's leading transportation and defense professionals and catch up on the latest industry buzz. Please like and check our Facebook page for announcements on networking events. https://www.facebook.com/NDTADC/
“NDTA plays a critical role in our nation’s preparedness to support global military operations. By strengthening relationships between the military, government and private sector organizations in the logistics and transportation sectors, NDTA strengthens the options available to our senior decision makers. ”