American Logistics Association Chairman’s Update 2016 Commissary Roundtable Rick Page 2015-2016 Chairman of the Board, ALA

Effective Legitimate Progressive American Logistics Association The Challenges Continue Pentagon budget problems have not gone away Pentagon leaders and resale agency chiefs are proposing changes that will effect our industry Effective actions over the last several years have provided ALA the right staff, key initiatives, and full understanding of the issues ALA Board and Staff continue to work with Political and Industry Leadership on solutions to the complex issues facing us today We can’t become consumed with rumors that may not happen We must remain focused on delivering Commissary and Exchange benefits in the most outstanding manner possible!

Effective Legitimate Progressive American Logistics Association ALA is Focused on the Challenges Ahead ALA Board and Staff Strategic focuses this year: Protect our members interests Continue partnerships: Congress, DoD and Valued Associates Retain and recruit members Strengthen our ALA Chapters Ensuring Chapters are informed and engaged Conducting conference calls with Chapter Presidents Remain value added for Commissaries and Exchanges Updating meeting formats to make them more relevant Regular scheduled meetings with Resale Leadership

Effective Legitimate Progressive American Logistics Association Someone is Celebrating an Anniversary(s)! DeCA will celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the Agency’s establishment: July 1 through October 1, 2016 DeCA will celebrate the Commissary’s 150th year of delivering savings and service: January 1 through June 30, 2017

Effective Legitimate Progressive American Logistics Association “Moving forward, the struggle will continue!” Your ALA Board and Staff are prepared for the challenges Our focus must remain on delivering the savings and service our Military and their Families have earned and most definitely deserve! A Modern Best Practice Trade Association

Effective Legitimate Progressive American Logistics Association Your Business. Your ALA Your ALA Membership is an investment that protects your business and the military resale channel We need your support and your active engagement now more than ever!