The 2015 Eastern Region Symposium will be held 8 September at the Vista Point Conference Center on Naval Station Norfolk.

The annual symposium is hosted by the Association of Naval Services Officers (ANSO).  This year’s symposium theme is “Taking Charge of Your Career and Future.” 

ANSO’s mission is to assist the Sea Services Chiefs’ efforts in Hispanic workforce recruitment and retention by fostering the personal growth and professional development of officers, enlisted, and civilians; providing mentoring, networking, training, and educational opportunities; and engaging the Hispanic community through outreach initiatives.

Navy-funded participation has been approved for the symposium.  All Navy-funded registrations will be coordinated through the Navy Office of Diversity and Inclusion (OPNAV N134), and will require participation in pre and post-event surveys.  While all Sailors are eligible, ideal candidates for the symposium include outstanding officers and enlisted who are at a career decision point.

One travel request is permitted for each of the 30 type commands and system commands.  Travel will be funded through individual commands; however, OPNAV N134 will provide the registrations.  Service members must first seek approval from OPNAV N134 if they wish to travel.  Travel shall not exceed $1500 per person.  Commands outside of the 30 approved travelers shall not fund registrations, and are not authorized to fund lodging, transportation, meals and incidental expenses.

Lunch will be provided on 8 September 2015 for those in attendance.  Non-provided meals must be purchased by the attendee.  The uniform will be service khaki for E7 and above and service uniform for E6 and below.

To register for the symposium contact LT Kalen Kropa at (703) 604-5075/ DSN 664, or at kalen.kropa@navy.mil.  You may also contact LCDR Jon Wilson at (703) 604-5082/ DSN 664, or at charles.j.wilson@navy.mil.

More information can be found at www.ansomil.org