From: [PLACE YOUR NAME HERE]

To: [YOUR CO’S MAME HERE

Via: Executive Officer, Department Head

Enclosure: (1) NNOA 2017 Symposium Agenda

(2) Other Service Leaders in attendance

Subj: AFTER ACTION REPORT – 2017 National Naval Officers Association Symposium

1. Purpose. Established in 1970, NNOA actively supports the Sea Services in the development of a diverse officer corps through recruitment, retention, and career development. NNOA is essential in maintaining operational readiness by providing professional development, mentoring, and support of cultural awareness. NNOA establishes and maintains a positive image of the Sea Services in communities and educational institutions.

2. Itinerary. 26 July- 27 July 2017. See enclosure (1) for program of events. The theme for the symposiumwas “Developing Leaders through Education, Experience, and Personal Development.”

4. Key Personnel. The following information is provided:

(1)Senior NNOA Marine Representative. Col Ahmed William, USMC

(2)Size and scope. Approximately 40 Marines attended the Symposium

(3)Award Recipient. Major Everly, USMC

5. Attendees. Senior Marine Corps leaders in attendance included:

  • MajGen Charles Bolden, Jr., (USMC-RET) Former NASA Administrator
  • LtGen Ronald Bailey USMC Deputy Commandant for Plans, Policies, and Operations
  • LtGen Mark Brilakis USMC Deputy Commandant for Manpower and Reserve Affairs
  • LtGen A. Craparotta USMC Commanding General, 1 Marine Expeditionary Force
  • LtGen Vincent Stewart USMC Director, Defense Intelligence Agency
  • BGen Michael Langley USMC Assistant Deputy Commandant for P & R (Programs)
  • BGen Dimitri Henry USMC Director of Intelligence

Other service leaders are at enclosure (2)

6. (In this area discuss briefly what areas of the symposium was of most benefit to you. The below is just a sample of what you could discuss).

I received registration funding to attend this year’s symposium from (type in the source of funding for example: MPE, by my command, by the NNOA, by myself). The symposium provided me with the opportunity to gain knowledge in leadership, joint training, and career development and mentoring.

Leadership. (discuss what sessions/luncheons provided you leadership knowledge and training)

Joint Training. (discuss what sessions/luncheons provided you information on being a joint officer)

Career Development and Mentoring discuss what sessions/luncheons/networking opportunities) provided you leadership knowledge and training)

6. Recommendation. I would recommend this conference for all officers, especially junior officers.

7. Conclusion. The Symposium was a success; all presenters and speakers were present and gave excellent presentations.

[ Your Name Here, USMC]