Why Join a Professional Organization

USNA Alumni Association is hosting a forum for junior and mid-career alumni on the pro's and con's of joining one or more of the various professional organizations open to professionals across the sea services and associated government and commercial organizations. Whether you are a natural joiner, organizer or self-sufficient individual, this topic is valuable irrespective of your career considerations.

We have put together a talented and experienced panel of professional organization leaders including: 

• Tim Oliver, the Executive Director of the Naval Submarine League (NSL - a Naval Warfare Specialty focused professional organization), 
• Dale Lumme, the Executive Director of the American Society of Naval Engineers (ASNE - a Naval Engineering focused professional organization), and 
• Zdenka Willis, the President of the Marine Technology Society (MTS – a marine technology focused professional organization) 

Our three panelists will be given time to introduce themselves, their professional organizations, and provide comments on their experience (pro's and con's) with professional organizations throughout their illustrious careers. The remainder of the approximate one to one and a half hour will be provided for questions and answers from those attending.

We look forward to your attendance and participation!