A recent RAND study assesses the vulnerabilities of Army installations from natural hazard events through an analysis of insurance industry methods and historical Army installation damage from natural hazards. They also recommend ways the Army can reduce associated costs and improve data analytics for resilience investments. Our guests are two of the authors and an Army official who has reviewed the research. Read the report: https://www.rand.org/pubs/research_reports/RRA2382-1.html Guests: R J Briggs, Economist, RANDBeth Lachman, Senior Operations Researcher, RANDAndy Napoli, Assistant for Stationing (and BRAC), Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army Host: Randy Ford, Editor, On Base with ADCConnect with ADC online: LinkedInFacebookTwitter

Technology development has always been important to military mission readiness, whether it’s complex weapons systems or telehealth services. Much of it is dependent on the same seemingly similar technologies important to our individual lives: Wi-Fi and 5G. In this episode, ADC’s Randy Ford talks with Rebecca Gray, Senior Vice President (Military) at Boingo Wireless. Boingo has published a new e-book called “The Critical Role of 5G and Wi-Fi on U.S. Military Bases.” It’s available for download at boingo.com/military5G. America’s Defense Communities | The Podcast is a production of the Association of Defense Communities (defensecommunities.org). Connect with ADC online: LinkedInFacebookTwitter

The Association of Defense Communities recently launched the Military Spouse Community Leadership Initiative to bring military spouses into important discussions about what happens at installations and in the communities our military calls home. This episode focuses on military spouses' unique insights into what works and what doesn't for military families. It features Sharene Brown, spouse of the 21st chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General CQ Brown, Army spouses Vanessa Errico and Laura Myer, ADC Executive Director Matt Borron, and On Base Editor Randy Ford. America’s Defense Communities | The Podcast is a production of the Association of Defense Communities (defensecommunities.org). Connect with ADC online: LinkedInFacebookTwitter

Congress is back in session with tight budget deadlines, a potential government shutdown and a full to-do list of items affecting military families and defense communities. Military Times Deputy Editor Leo Shane III joins On Base Editor Randy Ford to talk about the defense budget, the defense authorization act, quality of life improvements and more.   America’s Defense Communities | The Podcast is a production of the Association of Defense Communities (defensecommunities.org). Connect with ADC online: LinkedInFacebookTwitter

More than 1,000 leaders from communities, installations, DOD, the military services and industry joined ADC at Installation Innovation X in November. In today’s episode, On Base Editor Randy Ford talked with two defense community leaders who came to the Installation Innovation Forum for the first time. They discussed what they learned at the event and how they are putting it into action in their communities. Guests: Becky McDonough, CEO, Hopewell/Prince George Chamber, VirginiaScott Rizer, Chief Officer for Military Affairs at the Montgomery Chamber of Commerce, Alabama America’s Defense Communities | The Podcast is a production of the Association of Defense Communities (defensecommunities.org). Connect with ADC online: LinkedInFacebookTwitter

During this episode, we sit down with leaders from the Army and the Air Force and learn about the future of partnerships across all services. Featured in this episode: Rachel Jacobson, Assistant Secretary of the United States Army Installations, Energy and EnvironmentRick Hern, Partnership Broker, Air Force Community Partnership Program Connect with ADC online: LinkedInFacebookTwitter

Listen in to hear prominent military leaders representing each service engage in a comprehensive dialogue, touching on the current and significant topics of interest within our communities. Speakers included: Lieutenant General Omar Jones, Commanding General, U.S. Army Installation Management CommandMajor General John Allen Jr., Commander, Air Force Installation and Mission Support CenterMajor General David Maxwell, Commander, Marine Corps Installations Command; Assistant Deputy Commandant, Installations & Logistics (Facilities) Rear Admiral John Menoni, Acting Commander of Navy Installations Command Subscribe: SpotifyApple PodcastsAmazon Music

One success factor for many defense community leaders is their own experience with the military. In this episode, ADC’s Randy Ford talks with two military veterans who have transitioned out of military service and into defense community service. We talk about their work and how defense communities across the country can strengthen ties to their local installation, federal and industry partners. Our guests are: Jim Iacocca, President and CEO, Knox Regional Development AllianceElaine Bryant, Executive Vice President, Aerospace and Defense, Dayton Development Coalition; Managing Director of the Military and Federal Sector, JobsOhio There are more one-on-one discussions with community leaders in the upcoming edition of America’s Defense Communities Magazine. America’s Defense Communities | The Podcast is a production of the Association of Defense Communities (defensecommunities.org). This episode is hosted by On Base Editor Randy Ford, produced by Mark Parrott and Allison Yang, and mixed by Mark Parrott. Connect with ADC online: LinkedInFacebookTwitter

ADC On Base Editor Randy Ford joins Assistant Secretary of Defense for Energy, Installations, and Environment Brendan Owens to discuss defense communities, climate change and housing. America’s Defense Communities | The Podcast is a production of the Association of Defense Communities (defensecommunities.org). This episode is hosted by On Base Editor Randy Ford and produced and mixed by Mark Parrott. Connect with ADC online: LinkedInFacebookTwitter Find out more at https://americas-defense-communities.pinecast.co

On June 22, 2023, the Association of Defense Communities (ADC) held ADC Connect, a one-day forum addressing the national security threat of foreign investment near military installations. The forum aimed to identify challenges, review ongoing efforts by DOD and Congress, and establish the role of defense communities in handling this issue. During this episode, we hear from key members driving this issue and gain insight into ways to move forward: Jill McClune, General Counsel, Avon Protection SystemsThomas Ford, County Administrator, County of Grand ForksIrmie "Ike" Blanton, Division Director, Policy and Engagement, Global Investment and Economic Security DirectorateJim Harris, Senior Policy Advisor, U.S. Department of TreasuryGeorge Schlossberg, Esq, Partner, Kutak Rock; General Counsel, Association of Defense CommunitiesDan Burke, Foreign Investment Risk Review, Compliance and Monitoring, Department of the Air Force and Space Force America’s Defense Communities | The Podcast is a production of the Association of Defense Communities (defensecommunities.org). This episode is hosted by On Base Editor Randy Ford and produced and mixed by Mark Parrott. Connect with ADC online: LinkedInFacebookTwitter Find out more at https://americas-defense-communities.pinecast.co

Congress is returning to Washington with a busy agenda and looming deadlines on defense authorization, appropriations and Ukraine aid. The blockade on military nominations and promotions is still dragging on, and the military services are in the final stretch of this fiscal year’s recruitment campaign. In this episode, we talk with ADC Executive Director Matt Borron, CSIS Senior Advisor Mark Cancian and The Roosevelt Group Senior Advisor Matthew Herrmann on those topics and more, including the Defense Community Infrastructure Program. America’s Defense Communities | The Podcast is a production of the Association of Defense Communities (defensecommunities.org). This episode is hosted by On Base Editor Randy Ford and produced and mixed by Mark Parrott. Connect with ADC online: LinkedInFacebookTwitter Find out more at https://americas-defense-communities.pinecast.co

Defense Community Champions are leaders on base, in communities, across local governments and in industries. This week, ADC team members Randy Ford and Isabel Zimmerman recap our 2023 Champions. Listen to Randy’s conversation with Kimberly Huth, a 2023 Defense Community Champions National Honoree, where she discusses her service and current role in St. Clair County, Illinois, home to Scott Air Force Base. Also, hear from Colonel Christopher Robinson, commander of the 375th Air Mobility Wing about working with Kimberly and the community. The 2023-2024 Defense Community Champions Program opens this May. If you are interested in nominating someone, visit https://defensecommunities.org/champions/ to learn more. View the complete list of 2023 Defense Community Champions at https://defensecommunities.org/champions/past-recipients/. Go to defensecommunities.org to learn more about ADC. Connect with ADC online! LinkedIn Facebook Twitter

This week, Matt Borron, ADC's Executive Director, discusses emerging trends and exciting updates in the world of defense policy and how it affects both communities and installations. Listen now to hear a conversation from the 2023 Defense Communities National Summit between Matt and the following policy experts: Mackenzie Eaglen, Senior Fellow, American Enterprise Institute Todd Harrison, Managing Director, Metrea Strategic Insights  Matthew Herrmann, Senior Advisor, The Roosevelt Group Karen Jowers, Senior Reporter, Military Times  Go to defensecommunities.org to learn more about ADC. Connect with ADC online: LinkedIn Facebook Twitter

In our first episode of America's Defense Communities | The Podcast, we dive into one of the most pressing issues affecting the military: bolstering recruitment numbers and retaining service members. How can defense communities get involved? More than one would expect. Listen now to hear a conversation between Army Secretary Christine Wormuth and ADC President Karen Holt on-stage at ADC’s Defense Communities National Summit, followed by a one-on-one with Holt and updates from communities across the country. Read ADC President Karen Holt's op-ed "It takes a community to recruit and retain service members." Go to defensecommunities.org to learn more about ADC. Connect with ADC online: LinkedIn Facebook Twitter

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