1. Leaders in Asset Management Advancing Your Career in Property Management Career Development Panel

2. Leaders in Asset Management The Panel Cindy Thrailkill- Director, DCMA Property Division Wayne Norman- Director, Northrop Grumman AS- Property Richard Russillo- Manager, Aerovironment Inc Rick Shultz- Manager, John Hopkins University, Enterprise Asset Management

3. Leaders in Asset Management Topics Tips from Each Panel Member on Career Advancement Developing Leadership Skills ideas Discussion amongst Panel about how career advancement worked for them Open Q &A

4. Leaders in Asset Management Professional Growth and Development Revision #, Date (of revision) Cindy Thrailkill Director DCMA Property Division July 26, 2011

5. Leaders in Asset Management 5 On-The- Job What I look for when promoting employees: Employees that raise their hand Keep up with your work! Demonstrated technical expertise Problem Solvers Elevate issues when you can’t resolve Life long “learners” Sharing knowledge Active in professional organizations Team Players

6. Leaders in Asset Management 6 Resumes Suggestions: DO write in first person DO provide data/numbers DO enter ALL pertinent information DO keep information provided pertinent to job DO have someone critique your resume Red Flags: Using position description as a resume Bad grammar; misspelled words

7. Leaders in Asset Management 7 The Interview Be enthusiastic! Sell yourself – provide examples We’ve already got the resume! Be prepared Do research if possible Ask questions Practice the Interview Role Play Use Web for possible questions Apply for positions and interview whenever possible

8. Leaders in Asset Management What Does it Take to Get Ahead in Your Career? July 26, 2011 Rick Shultz, CPPM CF Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory Enterprise Asset Manager

9. Leaders in Asset Management Career Path 1981 – 1984 US Navy 1985 – 1996 AlliedSignal Warehouse Worker (1985 – 1987) Supply Specialist (1987 – 1989) Fiscal Clerk (1989 -1992) Certified CPPS Property Administrator (1992 - 1995) Corporate Property Administrator (1995 – 1996) Certified CPPA 1996 – 2001 Computer Sciences Corporation Manager – Property Management Certified CPPM 2001 – Present Section Supervisor – Enterprise Asset Management Received CF

10. Leaders in Asset Management JHU/APL Enterprise Asset Management Section 10 Derek Rush Asset Mgmt Coordinator Shayne Twigg Warehouse Coordinator Jayne Wines Disposition Coordinator Drew Beach Department Administrator Steve McKenzie Subcontract Administrator Roger Grace Inventory Control Administrator Titsa Bronstein APL Asset Management Specialist Allen Parrish Gov’t Property Specialist Rick Shultz Enterprise Asset Manager Rob Gaither Database Administrator

11. Leaders in Asset Management What I look for in an Employee General knowledge of Asset Management and/or Government Regulations Certified through the NPMA as a Certified Property Professional Specialist or Administrator Ability to resolve property related issues Good interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work independently, self motivated Team Player

12. Leaders in Asset Management TIPS Certification can’t hurt Never present a problem without a solution Get involved Have a career plan Always ask: “what can I do for you today”

13. Leaders in Asset Management Career Tips Richard Russillo Manager Aerovironment Inc.

14. Leaders in Asset Management Tips for getting ahead Be passionate about your work Take pride in your abilities Establish Goals and Objectives Find a mentor Build Positive Relationships Never stop improving yourself Welcome challenges No task is too little Learn from mistakes

15. Leaders in Asset Management How I got ahead Knew my duties and responsibilities Kept up-to-date on requirements Took advantage of learning opportunities Knew my customers (internal and external) Established professional social networks Sold my capabilities Was Patient

16. Leaders in Asset Management Career Development Wayne Norman Director, Property Northrop Grumman- Aerospace Systems

17. Leaders in Asset Management 17 Top Skills/ Attributes 1.Align with your organization’s strategic objectives (Do you know what is regarded as important within your company and organization). Develop your vision of the big picture ! 2.Self Motivation a must 3.Be known task completer, go-to person

18. Leaders in Asset Management 18 Important Actions 4.Don’t just do your job, Stand out, do over and above. Make a difference by offering new ideas, process improvements. 5.Continuously evaluate your progress and take new actions with discussion with your management and your mentors 7.Build relationships with other organization/ business leaders 8. Expand your ability to work issues in as many property outcomes as possible (plus NPMA certification)

19. Leaders in Asset Management 19 Key Attributes 9.Become a mentor for junior personnel 10.Demonstrate leadership principles via assignments or projects 11.Communicate your value upwards- don’t assume your accomplishments are seen 12.Don’t overstep your knowledge. Seek help or guidance when you are not sure.

20. Leaders in Asset Management Leadership Skills

21. Leaders in Asset Management 21 Building Leadership Skills There are many opportunities for developing our leadership skills:  Formal Training – Leadership Development – Understanding and Managing Personalities – Communications Classes – Classes within your company/organization – NPMA classes, webinars, seminars  Find a Mentor(s)  Volunteer/Take on lead assignments on work projects

22. Leaders in Asset Management 22 Building Leadership Skills There are also opportunities to build and apply these skills within the industry  NPMA Chapter, Regional, National Leadership Positions  Committee /SIG Chairing  Conference/Event Planning  Presentations, White Papers, Articles  Participate or lead a team to write a new standard (ASTM or other)

23. Leaders in Asset Management Open Panel Discussion How did you get ahead? How did your career development happen?