Lawton-Fort Sill AUSA

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Letter from the President:
AUSA National Convention -- Awesome!!

MG Dave Halverson, CG of Fort Sill, and LTG Dave Valcourt, Deputy CG of TRADOC and former CG of Fort Sill, renew old acquaintances and make new ones with Chapter President Mike Brown at the Chapter Cocktail Party during the October AUSA National Convention in Washington, DC.

 

          "Total excitement!" is how I describe the AUSA National Convention in Washington, DC, October 4-7. The Lawton-Fort Sill leadership turned out in force, and our reception was well-attended by the Army Leadership. Both present and past Fort Sill Commanding Generals attended.

          The excitement continued at the regional breakfast where immediate past president, Anthony Williams, gathered up several Chapter Awards. The streamers awarded to our chapter are:

* Greatest % Increase in Corporate Membership -2009
* Excellence in Corporate Member Growth - 2009
* Merit Chapter - 2009
* Family Programs - 2009
* Take The Hill Chapter - 2009
* Institute of Land Warfare Honor Roll - 2009

          All in all, it was a highly successful convention and our chapter was well represented as current chapter leaders were all present and active in convention events and activities. Our chapter's reception was awesome … it lived up to its reputation. A great time was had by all in attendance.

          During the convention, new ideas were hatched and our chapter should enjoy continued success from experiences gained at the AUSA National Convention.

          The Chapter President's Dinner on the first night of the convention was excellent. General Martin E. Dempsey, Commanding General of the Training and Doctrine Command TRADOC), was the headliner. He shared his vision for the training of our Army in the future. He was very impressive and gave an inspirational speech. Our Soldiers are in good hands under his leadership.

          Having never been to this convention, I did not know what to expect. However, it was like a family reunion, seeing so many folks visiting and reminiscing, while making new friends -- it was well-worth the trip. I encourage all AUSA members to consider attending next year.

Mike Brown
LFS Chapter, President
21 October 2009