LSM E-News | November 2024 |
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MIL and LSM Win Top Prize in
Cyber Escape Room Competition |
The MIL Corporation and LSM teamed up on November 14th to win the top prize of $3,000 in the multi-regional Cyber Escape Room Competition – Fostering a Cyber Ecosystem. Seven teams competed in the event held at the College of Southern Maryland (CSM) Velocity Center at Indian Head and the Minkoff Development Corporation in Germantown, Md. Kala Bowling, LEAP Class of 2025 (MIL); Tom Clark, LSM '18 (MIL); Travis Abeyta (MIL); Kelvin Diaz (MIL); and Sybol Anderson (LSM) of the "LSM/MIL Cyb3r S3n71n3l5" (LSM/MIL Cyber Sentinels) participated to raise awareness of cybersecurity threats ... and, yes, to bring home the prize for LSM.
The competition, created by the Pinkney Innovation Center-Montgomery College (PIC-MC) and supported by AFCEA SoMD #249, CSM, LSM, and the Minkoff Development Corporation, aimed at enhancing regional collaboration and cultivating a skilled cybersecurity workforce in Southern Maryland and Montgomery County. A special shout out to Kat Poff, LSM '24 and Stephen Pereira, LSM 23, LMd '24, for fielding a Calvert County Government team, the Digital Detectives, to support the endeavor.
Our heartfelt gratitude to the MIL Corporation for their kind support of LSM!
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Warm Up for the Holidays with LSMAA
November 21st! |
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Executive Program Goes to the
Heart of Southern Maryland Agriculture |
The Executive Program convened on Oct. 16 for a day-long tour and exploration of Southern Maryland agriculture. The class convened at the University of Maryland Center for Estuarine Science - Chesapeake Biological Laboratory (UMCES-CBL in Solomons, Md.
CBL Interim Director Dr. Carys Mitchelmore provided an overview of the lab’s decades-long work in fisheries science, ecosystems studies and restoration, and environmental chemistry and toxicology. Local and state agriculture specialists Caroline Trossbach (Calvert County Department of Economic Development), Sydney Garner (Charles County Economic Development Department), Priscilla Leitch (St. Mary’s County Department of Economic Development), and Martin Proulx (Maryland Department of Agriculture) followed with a survey of major features of and issues in Southern Maryland agriculture.
The group then traveled to the Loveville Produce Auction, to participate in local agriculture commerce, and to Serenity Farm in Benedict, Md., where they learned about the mission of the nonprofit Farming 4 Hunger to serve those in need of fresh food in Southern Maryland. They learned lessons in life and leadership with executive director Bernie Fowler, Jr. and his team.
Participants dug deep into intersections of agricultural industry practices and environmental sustainability efforts in an honest conversation about the 2023 Chesapeake Bay and Watershed Report Card with local farmer JR Cosgrove, LSM ‘22 (Horsmon Farm); watermen Capts. Simon and Rachel Dean (Patuxent River Seafood); environmental scientist Dr. Bill Dennison (Chesapeake Biological Laboratory); and state government representative Rachel Jones (Maryland Department of Agriculture). The report card is published by the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science to provide transparent, detailed assessments of the Chesapeake Bay and its watershed. In the 2023 assessment, the Chesapeake Watershed scored a C overall, but the Patuxent and Potomac Rivers scored D with trends in water quality not showing improvement. Participants learned about collaborative efforts among farmers, watermen, scientists, and government to protect the watershed.
"This was my favorite session so far," said Binnie VanDeVoort, international programs director at Naval Systems, Inc., in Lexington Park, Md. "I was impressed by how Farming 4 Hunger is reaching out to so many in more ways than just with food. I also enjoyed watching the auction in Loveville. I plan to return with my family." Thanks to Program Advocates Stacy Hutchinson, LSM '23, LMd '24; Julie Oberg, LSM '23; and Kevin Schmidt, LSM '23 for designing a high-impact session.
Special thanks to UMCES-CBL for sponsoring breakfast and lunch for the session. |
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LSM Giving Season
December 2024 |
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As we prepare to give thanks for our blessings, LSM is mindful of the gift that is our Southern Maryland community. Thank you, LSM Family and friends, for all the ways you pour into Southern Maryland all year long, making it the special community it is.
LSM exists to connect, inform, and inspire you, Southern Maryland's top professionals, to continue to work together for the good of our community. There is strength in our numbers, and we are growing!
As LSM grows, we rely increasingly on the financial support of alumni, friends, and other benefactors to succeed in our mission. In a typical year, tuition comprises roughly half (45-55%) of LSM's revenue. The remainder comes from sponsorships, donations, fundraising events, LSMAA dues, and grants.
Please consider LSM this year in your 2024 holiday and year-end giving. We truly need your support and are thankful for it. We offer you, in return, our very best effort to help build a stronger Southern Maryland. GIVING TUESDAY – DECEMBER 3 Campaign for LSM Nonprofit & Small Business Scholarships |
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The vast majority of Southern Maryland nonprofits - 80% - have an annual income of less than $10,000. Every Giving Tuesday, LSM raises scholarship funds to help our nonprofit and small business leaders, who do so much for Southern Maryland, gain a seat at the LSM table.
This year, we’re raising funds for the LSM Legacy Scholarship Fund established by the Executive Program Class of 2024. For their class gift to LSM, they raised $20,657 in gifts and pledges. The class awarded two small business scholarships to members of the Executive Program and LEAP Classes of 2025. Remaining and future funds are being placed in an investment account. |
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Thank you for paying it forward for other Southern Maryland leaders! You'll get back more life-changing experiences with passionate people addressing our community’s needs.
LSM YEAR-END GIVING – THROUGH DECEMBER 31 LSM’s Giving Season continues through December 31. Your gifts enable LSM to continue delivering on our mission to connect, educate, and inspire diverse leaders, fostering collaboration to address community needs in Southern Maryland. |
Executive Program Learning Soars at Naval Air Station Patuxent River |
The Executive Program Class of 2025 experienced the mission of Naval Air Station Patuxent River (NAS Pax River) on November 7.
NAS Pax River Commanding Officer CAPT Douglas Burfield, LSM ’23 welcomed the class with a morning brief about the base, along with Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) Executive Director Stephen Cricchi and Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head (NSWC IHD) Smart Arsenal Lead Andrew Coombs.
A guided windshield tour showcased the people, processes and partnerships that make up Pax River’s research, development, test and evaluation cycle. The class visited the VX-20 Test & Evaluation Squadron and the Aviation Survival Training Center, took the controls of explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) robotics from NSWC IHD, and took to the sky on
manned flight simulators. U.S. Naval Test Pilot School (TPS) instructors shared a bit of life inside the elite “schoolhouse” and guided the class on a tour of the TPS flight line.
Participants learned that they can be part of the Southern Maryland defense community. Doug Belvin, LSM '24, Dr. Dale Moore, LSM '24, Roger Cordell, LSM '18, and Pam Frank, LSM '24 invited class members to join forces with The Patuxent Partnership, the Southern Maryland Navy Alliance, the U.S. Navy League, and the Charles County Military Alliance Council, critical advocacy groups that champion Southern Maryland’s military bases, enlisted and civilian personnel, and their families.
This excellent Defense Session was organized by Program Advocates Stephanie Gleason, LSM '12, and Jennifer Brown LSM ’19.
Special thanks to featured sponsor The Patuxent Partnership, coffee sponsor the MIL Corporation, lunch sponsor Bell Flight, and after-hours social sponsor ASEC.
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Annual LSM Holiday Party
December 7th! |
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Are you out and about, having fun and doing good in Southern Maryland? Send us your photos! [email protected]. |
Got just an hour or two to help? You can make a BIG difference for LSM!
Even if you only have an occasional hour or two to help with an event or to be a thought partner with a committee or staff, your input and support can help keep LSM going!
If you can lend a hand, we would love to connect with you.
Contact Sybol Anderson: [email protected] *** 12TH ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT COMMITTEE NOW FORMING ***
Help us bring the fun!
Contact Beverly Brown: [email protected] |
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Join the LSM Alumni Association! |
Membership Levels: - One-Year (1 BCE pt): $75
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One-Year for out of state, fully retired, or LEAP grads (1 BCE point): $50
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Membership Benefits: - Invitations to exclusive LSMAA networking events
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Copy of the annual LSM Yearbook & Directory
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Thursday, November 21: LSM Alumni Association (LSMAA) After-Hours Social at The Toasted Foot Cigar Lounge. 5-7pm. LSM alumni and current participants gather again to reconnect and enjoy more fellowship. There will be a whiskey tasting. 20845 Callaway Village Way #2A, Callaway, MD 20620. Thursday, December 5: Alumni After-Hours: "Grown-Ups Play Date" with the Executive Program After-Hours Social. 5-7pm. Mully's Brewery, 141 Schooner Lane, Prince Frederick, MD 20678. Sponsored by Pure Play Every Day. Saturday, December 7: Annual LSM Holiday Party at the Home of Linda and Chris Vassallo. 7:30pm. Join us! RSVP by December 1st to [email protected]. Be sure to follow LSM's social media for updates! |
LSMAA Member Events & Notices
Tuesday, November 19: St. Mary’s Young Professionals Event at The Potomac Gardens. 5-7pm. 20254 Colton Point Road, Coltons Point MD. Have a fun and relaxing night at a unique historic venue near the Potomac River spending time networking with young professionals from across the area. Register HERE.
Wednesday, November 20: Human Resources of Southern Maryland (HRASM) and A.V.A. Group Industry Panel. 4:30pm – 7:30pm. Elks Lodge45779 Fire Department LaneLexington Park, MD, 20653. The focus is on military-to-civilian transition support services for veterans in the local area. The panel provides direct source information on recruitment and networking strategies, resume writing, instruction on proper interview and business attire, salary negotiation techniques, how to consider job offers, and in person networking to assist in job placement opportunities. Click HERE to learn more and sign up!
Wednesday, December 11: 25.1/A NAVAIR SBIR/STTR Topic Launch. 9am- 4pm. USMSM SMART Building, 44219 Airport Road, California, MD 20657. Join the NAVAIR Small Business Innovation Research/Small Business Technology Transfer (SBIR/STTR) Programs Office for this event held in conjunction with the Southern Maryland Tech Bridge. The Topic Launch is an opportunity for businesses of all classifications to interact with NAVAIR SBIR/STTR Programs Office representatives and technical points of contact. Engage one-on-one with topic authors, ask questions about 25.1/A-released topics and learn more about the SBIR/STTR process.
NOTE: There are three additional satellite locations. Please be sure to select the correct location while registering. All times are notated in Eastern Standard time. Please plan accordingly for the event. The IN-PERSON satellite locations are:
Ventura Tech Bridge @ Fathomwerx, 145 W Clara St, Port Hueneme, CA 93041 Central Florida Tech Bridge @ Tech Grove, 12809 Science Drive, Orlando, FL 32826
Liberty Tech Bridge @ Rowan University, 107 Gilbreth Parkway STE 213C, Mullica Hill, NJ 08062 Or Virtual on TEAMS
Click HERE to register for this exciting opportunity! |
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