ARLINGTON, Va., April 20, 2016 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Defense Industrial Association's (NDIA) Tactical Wheeled Vehicle Division today announced Patricia E. Plotkowski, Deputy Project Manager, Transportation Systems, as the recipient of its 2016 Red Ball Express Award.
The award is presented to individuals who have made significant contributions to strengthening our national security by developing, introducing or supporting tactical wheeled vehicles. Ms. Plotkowski's leadership and expertise has led to a legacy that includes enhancing the warfighter's maneuverability on the battlefield. She was instrumental in the implementation of the Headquarters, Department of the Army (HQDA) TWV Strategy through execution of the TWV Fleet Plan presented to Congress. Additionally, her work has included the execution of acquisition and total life management of numerous key vehicle fleets.
"We are pleased to present Ms. Patricia Plotkowski with the 2016 Red Ball Express Award," said Ronald W. Johnson, Chairman of NDIA Tactical Wheeled Vehicles Division. "Ms. Plotkowski's superior leadership and performance in a broad range of transportation assignments throughout her 32-year career exemplifies the spirit of the award."
The formal Red Ball Express Award presentation to Ms. Plotkowski will take place on Tuesday, May 10, 2016, during the 2016 Tactical Wheeled Vehicles Conference at the Hyatt Regency in Reston, VA.
The latest conference agenda and registration information can be found here.
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