Giving Thanks Inside this issue: President’s Message 1 ASMC National News 2 Essay Contests 3 Member News 4-10 CDFM Awarded 12 Executive Staff 13 November Issue Volume 6 * 2011 This time of the year always runs me ragged, but in both bad and good ways. On the stressful side, there are decorations to put up and take down for three big holi- days within only a few weeks, the endless grocery list and meal planning, crowded stores, looming shopping deadlines, and we can’t forget RMDs and budget formu- lation over New Years. Of course, on the hopeful side, there are the holidays them- selves, the endless stream of office par- ties, the time off with family and friends, and kids so overjoyed in the lights and baking and celebrations because they’re all still so new to them. (I’ll casually leave out “continuing resolutions” from the second category…). Whenever my sentiment starts to lean toward the stressed side this season (and my pet name at home, “Grinch,” would have me believe it does at times), consid- ering what I have to be thankful for al- ways gets me back in the spirit. And in a month that spans from Veteran’s Day to Thanksgiving, isn’t that what November is all about? So in short, I’m grateful for my family…for this period when I can come home to them every day…for my friends and co-workers…for a job work- ing among very smart, good-hearted, and dedicated military and civilians…for the chance to make a difference every day for myself, my loved ones, and my country… and for the freedom to try. Bringing this back to our Chapter…I’m also grateful for all the people whom I’ve gotten to meet, learn from, be creative with, and look forward to seeing again often at all of our luncheons. Most especially, I want to thank the many volunteers on our executive committee for giving so much of their time and enthusiasm to making our Chapter the best it can be: fellow officers Linda, Ray- mond, and Darrell; Service VPs Daniel, Erich, Geoff, Melissa, and Rita; and Com- mittee Chairs Dante, Dennis, Gaye, Karen, Jane, Jason, Jessica, Jose, Martin, Mary, Merle, Mimi, Regina -- you’re the best! As this year ends, our Executive Com- mittee has worked hard to find ways to thank all our Chapter members for your work by giving back to you: Dante Cacal has developed an extensive new Chapter Awards Program, the details of which will be announced during our January Financial Systems Roundtable Luncheon. Gaye Sakai announced a new Professional Development Publication Award at our November luncheon to recognize all of you willing to go the extra mile to write about financial management in journals. Rita Smith headed planning for our De- cember 7 th Holiday Party with an educa- tional but very entertaining speaker, Pam Chambers, with great food, games, and Na Leo o Ka Luna Kālā “The Voice of the Comptrollers” prizes, and all for only $5 for members; unfortunately, travel will preclude me from attending what is bound to be our best luncheon this year. Mary Garcia has spearheaded the charge to re-establish a Chapter Continuing Edu- cation award in the amount of $1,000; the application deadline will come up this Spring. Lastly, since being able to give is a blessing in itself, Dennis Moore and Jane Mann revitalized our Community Service program, giving us the chance to serve to- gether for such important causes as the Ha- waii Food Bank, Toys for Tots, and other projects in the works. Have a wonderful holiday season! Fred Dini, CDR, SC, USN, CDFM-A
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Giving Thanks
Inside this issue: President’s Message 1
ASMC National News 2
Essay Contests 3
Member News 4-10
CDFM Awarded 12
Executive Staff 13
November Issue Volume 6 * 2011
This time of the year always runs me
ragged, but in both bad and good ways.
On the stressful side, there are decorations
to put up and take down for three big holi-
days within only a few weeks, the endless
grocery list and meal planning, crowded
stores, looming shopping deadlines, and
we can’t forget RMDs and budget formu-
lation over New Years. Of course, on the
hopeful side, there are the holidays them-
selves, the endless stream of office par-
ties, the time off with family and friends,
and kids so overjoyed in the lights and
baking and celebrations because they’re
all still so new to them. (I’ll casually
leave out “continuing resolutions” from
the second category…).
Whenever my sentiment starts to lean
toward the stressed side this season (and
my pet name at home, “Grinch,” would
have me believe it does at times), consid-
ering what I have to be thankful for al-
ways gets me back in the spirit. And in a
month that spans from Veteran’s Day to
Thanksgiving, isn’t that what November
is all about? So in short, I’m grateful for
my family…for this period when I can come home to them every day…for my
friends and co-workers…for a job work-
ing among very smart, good-hearted, and
dedicated military and civilians…for the
chance to make a difference every day for
myself, my loved ones, and my country…
and for the freedom to try.
Bringing this back to our Chapter…I’m
also grateful for all the people whom I’ve
gotten to meet, learn from, be creative with,
and look forward to seeing again often at all
of our luncheons. Most especially, I want to
thank the many volunteers on our executive
committee for giving so much of their time
and enthusiasm to making our Chapter the
best it can be: fellow officers Linda, Ray-
mond, and Darrell; Service VPs Daniel,
Erich, Geoff, Melissa, and Rita; and Com-
mittee Chairs Dante, Dennis, Gaye, Karen,
Jane, Jason, Jessica, Jose, Martin, Mary,
Merle, Mimi, Regina -- you’re the best!
As this year ends, our Executive Com-
mittee has worked hard to find ways to
thank all our Chapter members for your
work by giving back to you:
Dante Cacal has developed an extensive
new Chapter Awards Program, the details
of which will be announced during our
January Financial Systems Roundtable
Luncheon.
Gaye Sakai announced a new Professional
Development Publication Award at our
November luncheon to recognize all of you willing to go the extra mile to write
about financial management in journals.
Rita Smith headed planning for our De-
cember 7th Holiday Party with an educa-
tional but very entertaining speaker, Pam
Chambers, with great food, games, and
Na Leo o Ka Luna Kālā
“The Voice of the Comptrollers”
prizes, and all for only $5 for members;
unfortunately, travel will preclude me
from attending what is bound to be our
best luncheon this year.
Mary Garcia has spearheaded the charge
to re-establish a Chapter Continuing Edu-
cation award in the amount of $1,000; the
application deadline will come up this
Spring.
Lastly, since being able to give is a
blessing in itself, Dennis Moore and Jane
Mann revitalized our Community Service
program, giving us the chance to serve to-
gether for such important causes as the Ha-
waii Food Bank, Toys for Tots, and other
projects in the works.
Have a wonderful holiday season!
Fred Dini, CDR, SC, USN, CDFM-A
National ASMC Corner
President orders FY2013 budget cuts to travel,
IT devices, and “promotional items” Thursday, November 10th, 2011
The Annual ASMC Member's Essay Award is ongoing with online submission due date of 28 Feb 2012 at http://awards.asmconline.org/. This year's Essay Question is: "The Department of Defense (DoD) faces significant reductions in future obligation authority. Explain and analyze potential courses of action for implementing reductions while maintaining the strength of our military." Award Criteria . Entrants must be members in good standing of the American Society of Military Comptrollers at the time of submission and selection. . Essays may not be previously published articles. . Duo or group authored essays will not be accepted. . Essays must be original and must not exceed 1,500 words. . No member will be permitted to be a repeat winner for more than two consecutive years. Recognition Winners of the Essay Award may have their essays published in the Armed Forces Comptroller magazine and/or the ASMC website. Up to three winners will be selected each year from qualified essays. The first place winner receives $750; second place receives $500; and third place receives $250. All winners receive a plaque, which is presented at the ASMC Professional Development Insti-tute (PDI). By 23 Feb 2012, please have your ASMC members submit their essay to me ([email protected]) as a Word document and I will forward to Nationals. Past winners from our Aloha Chapter include Debbie Higa from the Navy.
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