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NAVSEA Warfare Centers unite for today’s Navy, tomorrow’s Navy, and the Navy after next
March 1, 2023 — Naval Sea Systems Command Warfare Center leadership from around the country assembled on the Emerald Coast to continue their mission to serve as the Navy’s principal research, development, test and evaluation assessment activity for surface/undersea systems and subsystems, Feb. 22 - 23.The 10 Division – One Team Enterprise uses these opportunities... MORE

(right) Rear Adm. Kevin P. Byrne, Naval Sea Systems Command Warfare Center commander, stands with NAVSEA commanding officers, technical directors and warfare centers headquarters staff leadership from around the country during the NAVSEA Warfare Centers Leadership Team meeting in Panama City, Fla., Feb. 22 - 23. Front row (from left): Larry Tarasek, Jeff Koe, Capt. Mike Aiena, Michael Slater, Capt. Brandon Larson, Andrea Perles, Ana Gulian, Ron Vien, Dale Sisson, Brad Jordan, Dr. Peter Adair, Dr. Angie Lewis, Rear Adm. Byrne, Second row (from left): Nigel Thijs, Capt. Tony Holmes, Andy Buckon, Capt. A.P. Breksa, Gene Hackney, Dianne Costlow, Commander Christina Carino, Capt. Richard Ardolino, Capt. Duncan McKay, Dr. David Sanders, Capt. Dana Simon, Jon Legge, Beth Warner, Capt. Chad Hennings, Adam Nave, Capt. Sylvester Brown, Capt. Eric Correll, Third row (from left): Capt. David Back, Capt. Phillip Mlynarski, Capt. Todd Hutchison, Dr. Vic Ricci, Capt. Gordon Hunt, David Grande, Ken Dotson, Capt. Damian Clem, Ashley Johnson, and Mark Oesterreich.

NSWC PCD leadership development cohorts strengthen workforce
December 16, 2022 — Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (NSWC PCD) continued its pursuit to be recognized as a model organization, both now and in the future, by graduating its latest Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 Leadership Level 3 (LL3) and 4 (LL4) Development Program cohorts last fall.This program is an initiative of NSWC PCD Workforce Development and was... MORE

Congratulations to the Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division Fiscal Year 2022 Leadership Level 4 Development Program cohort who stand with (right) NSWC PCD Commanding Officer Capt. David Back and (left) NSWC PCD Technical Director Dr. Peter Adair. LL4 graduates are Katherine Mapp, Peter Halvorson, Brett Troia, Carmelita Martin, David Hawes, Brian Brock, Monica Queen, Dr. Michelle Kincer, Amanda Bobe, Christopher Harrington, Tinsley Ihaksi, Rosa Eby, Stacy Faison, Samantha Snellen, Amanda Elkins, Joy St Amant, Robert Worcester, Shiva Singh, Jonathan Outlaw, and Phillip Allen. (U.S. Navy photo by Anthony Powers)

NSWCDD Employees Listen to Rear Adm. Seiko Okano on Leadership in an Ever-Changing World
December 7, 2022 — More than 163 employees from Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) joined and attended the Junior Employee Development Initiative workforce development brief, held virtually on Dec. 1. The attendees listened to counsel from distinguished guest speaker Rear Adm. Seiko Okano.The brief opened with NSWCDD Commanding Officer Capt... MORE

NSWC PCD’s INSPIRE event ignites culture of leadership, diversity and innovation
August 10, 2022 — Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (NSWC PCD) dedicated an entire day to educate and challenge its workforce on building and sustaining a diverse and innovative work environment during its INSPIRE: Igniting a Culture of Leadership and Innovation event held at Gulf Coast State College, August 9.INSPIRE is the first Leadership in a... MORE

Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division dedicated an entire day to educate and challenge its workforce on building and sustaining a diverse and innovative work environment during its INSPIRE: Igniting a Culture of Leadership and Innovation event held at Gulf Coast State College, Panama City, Fla., August 9. Speakers (clockwise from top left) Dr. Steve Robbins, author, inclusion and diversity expert discussed “Science Based Approach to Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging”, Dr. Angie Lewis, Senior Executive Service, NSWC Crane Division technical director highlighted “Unified Leadership”, Mr. Brian Blackwell, principal consultant, BD Blackwell Consulting addressed “Leading from Where You Are”, and DeDe Halfhill, renowned leadership expert and colonel, U.S. Air Force, ret., explained the “Art of Language and Connection”. INSPIRE is the first Leadership in a Diverse Environment event the Navy Lab has hosted. (U.S. Navy photos by Army Sergeant Alex Morgan)

NSWCPD Hosts Leadership and Innovation Speaker Series with Discussion on China as a Global Power and its Impact on Our Defense Strategy
June 1, 2022 — Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division hosted its Leadership and Innovation Speaker Series on May 19, 2022 with guest speaker Associate Professor, Dr. Christopher Twomey – an expert on International Relations, Asian Security, Chinese Foreign Policy, and Strategic Deterrence.NSWCPD’s Commanding Officer, Capt. Dana Simon, opened the... MORE

NSWC Panama City leader opens doors to a new chapter in life
May 4, 2022 — Robert Walker, deputy technical director for technical excellence at Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (NSWC PCD), is beginning to write the next chapter of his life. After 35 years of devoted service to the federal government, he is saying farewell to friends and team at NSWC PCD.When asked what he liked most about NSWC PCD, he... MORE

Robert Walker, deputy technical director for technical excellence at Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (NSWC PCD), is beginning to write the next chapter of his life. After 35 years of devoted service to the federal government, he is saying farewell to friends and team at NSWC PCD.

NSWC PCD Women in Leadership Panel celebrates past, present and future One Team impact
April 12, 2022 — The Federal Women’s Program at Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (NSWC PCD) served as the driving force behind an event which highlighted the various ways women contribute in their personal and professional lives by hosting a Women’s History Month Panel, March 29.The event, titled Women in Leadership, encompassed seven female... MORE

The Federal Women’s Program at Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (NSWC PCD) served as the driving force behind an event which highlighted the various ways women contribute in their personal and professional lives by hosting a Women’s History Panel on March 29. Seven female panelist were selected to represent the seven departments across the command to celebrate their accomplishments, discuss a variety of topics that affect the workforce culture, and to shine a spotlight on the importance these panel opportunities bring. (courtesy graphic)

NSWC PCD employees selected to NAVSEA Next Generation Leader Program
November 16, 2021 — Two Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (NSWC PCD) employees are selected to participate in Naval Sea Systems Command’s (NAVSEA) Next Generation Leadership Program (NEXTGEN).Michael Rabb, business contracting officer representative (COR) and Teresa Kalinowski, integrated logistics support manager (ILSM), both NSWC PCD employees, are... MORE

Two Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division employees, Teresa Kalinowski, and Michael Rabb, are selected to participate in Naval Sea Systems Command’s Next Generation Leadership Program.

NSWC Panama City Division graduates inaugural leadership training cohort
October 18, 2021 — 20 journey-level career personnel from Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (NSWC PCD) recently completed the command’s inaugural leadership training cohort to sharpen their leadership skills to be the future leaders of tomorrow.Al Albright, NSWC PCD leadership training manager, said the training cohort, titled “Leadership Level Three... MORE

Women Evolve Into Leadership Roles at NSWC Dahlgren Division
April 12, 2021 — Stephanie Hornbaker, Shellie Clift and Robin Lacy are reflective when they talk about the evolution of women in leadership roles at Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD).Women are leading in various capacities at Dahlgren, senior leadership positions include three of seven technical department heads, Chief Technology Officer... MORE

IMAGE: DAHLGREN, Va. – Robin Lacy assumed duties as the Integrated Combat Systems Department head at the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division, March 2. The senior scientific technical manager assures the department is meeting the technological needs of the Fleet in spite of the COVID-19 pandemic restrictions. “The COVID-19 pandemic has demonstrated the ongoing commitment and innovation of our teams to meet current warfighter needs through continued product deliveries and ship installations,” she said. (U.S. Navy photo/Released)