LSM E-News ~ November 2021
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LSM Class of 2022 Experiences
Defense in
Southern Maryland
On November 4, 2021, the Leadership Southern Maryland (LSM) Class of 2022 participated in the third of nine educational sessions for the 2021-22 LSM Executive Program - Defense and Industry. This session was led by Becky D'Ambrosio LSM'17, director of public and congressional affairs, Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD).
Class members began their day at the Indian Head Pavilion where they were welcomed by Indian Head Mayor Brandon Paulin who shared details of the town’s revitalization efforts. The class also received an overview of local base operations from the host command as well as a brief on NSWC IHD from LSM Executive Program 2021 graduate Darrin Krivitsky, the NSWC IHD acting chief of staff. The class then delved into public / private partnerships, the role of on Naval Ordinance Safety & Security Activity (NOSSA), and the ways organizations like The Patuxent Partnership and Military Alliance Council work with the community and military to build mutually beneficial partnerships. A demonstration by the Chemical Biological Response Force rounded out the morning.
The afternoon began onboard NSWC IHD with a search and rescue exercise by a Naval Air Station Patuxent River SAR team. The rest of the session was segmented into presentations by various NSWC divisions. Participants watched an explosive ordinance disposal (EOD) robotics demonstration and learned about explosive detection equipment. They also learned about cartridge- and propellant-actuated devices (CAD/PAD) and got an inside look at what goes on in the Chemical Biological Radiological Defense Division. As the class traveled around the base, they were treated to a windshield tour by John Hungerford LSM’18, director of infrastructure, NSWC IHD.
The class wrapped up the day with a networking event hosted by the LSM Alumni Association at The Green Turtle in La Plata, Maryland. Class participants were able to gather and reflect on the day's experiences and the ways in which the defense and supporting industries in Indian Head critically impact our region.
Left: Members of LSM’s Executive Program, Class of 2022 learn about the decontamination process from members of the Chemical Biological Response Force team based at Naval Surface Warfare Center, Indian Head. Right: CBIRF team makes a grand entrance during the November 4 Defense session.
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A Gift to LSM = A Gift to Southern Maryland
As you consider where your end-of-year donations can make the most impact in your community, we hope you will consider LSM as a recipient of your generosity. With your support, critical funds will stay within the tri-county area and will continue to inspire countless local business professionals seeking to make a difference in the region. An investment in LSM is an investment in Southern Maryland, and we are so thankful for your continued support.
Be on the lookout for more information in your mailbox this month. You can use the return envelope found in your giving mailer, scan the QR code, or donate online at:
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LSM Board of Directors Welcomes
Phil Fickes
Leadership Southern Maryland (LSM) welcomes Phil Fickes to its board of directors. Fickes is a graduate of LSM's Executive Program, Class of 2020 and will serve as the recruitment committee chairman for the organization.
Fickes is a Bell senior manager for Global Military Sales and Strategy and oversees Bell’s foreign military sales (FMS) business development with the Naval Air Systems Command in Patuxent River, Maryland, and the Defense Security Cooperation Agency and Navy International Programs Office in Washington, D.C. He is responsible for providing strategic insight and direct coordination with U.S. government agencies in meeting Bell’s FMS performance goals and managing Bell’s brand in Southern Maryland.
Prior to joining industry, Fickes served as an officer in the U.S. Marine Corps (USMC) for over 25 years. During his service, he accumulated over 3500 flight hours as a pilot in both fixed and rotary wing aircraft to include the CH-46E, VH-3D, and VH-60N aircraft. His assignments included service as the Department of Navy’s aircraft survivability requirements and resources officer where he managed seven acquisition programs including the FMS development of a second supply source of key Joint Strike Fighter components. Fickes later served with the Navy International Programs Office as director of USMC strategic plans responsible for FMS development of the V-22, AH-1Z, UH-1Y, AN/TPS-80 radar, amphibious vehicles, and CH-53K portfolios.
Fickes has a Bachelor of Science in aerospace engineering from the Illinois Institute of Technology in Chicago, Illinois, a Master of Business Administration from the University of Maryland University College in Baltimore, Maryland, and is a graduate of George Washington University’s National Security Studies Management Program.
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Cousins, Fazio, & Bartczak Dish About LEAP
Check out Shaniqua Cousins LSM'22 on her Seek Purpose Live Dreams TV channel on YouTube. In her latest episode, Cousins invited Leslie Fazio LSM'22 and LEAP Program Committee Chair Basia Bartczak LEAP'20, into her kitchen to talk about the LSM experience and the organization's upcoming Emerging Leaders Program - LEAP 2022.
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Get Geared Up for the Holidays
Don't forget to add LSM apparel and accessories to your wish list this year. From hoodies to travel blankets, you can show your LSM pride year-round. New items just added! Check out our online store
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Newsworthy Notes
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Upcoming Events
Thursday, December 2: Executive Program Education Session
Thursday, January 6: Executive Program Healthcare Session
Friday, January 21: LEAP Packet Pickup
Friday, January 28: Emerging Leaders Program (LEAP) Session 1
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