Message from the President
Welcome to the Kittyhawk Post!
As the newly elected president of the Kittyhawk Post of the Society of American Military Engineers (SAME), I’m honored and excited to serve our distinguished members. My name is Teri French, and I’m a retired Air Force Lieutenant Colonel with 23 years of service in Civil Engineering. Currently, I have the privilege of teaching at The Civil Engineer School at the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT). I’ve also been a proud member of SAME for nearly 33 years, experiencing firsthand the invaluable connections and resources this organization provides.
I understand the challenges our federal workforce faces today are unprecedented. Now, more than ever, the networks and resources we’ve forged as a society of professionals are critical to our collective success. The Kittyhawk Post of SAME offers tangible benefits to each of us while simultaneously contributing to the sustained strength of our nation. Through robust Industry-Government Engagement (IGE), the cornerstone of SAME’s mission, we can navigate these complexities and emerge stronger.
My vision for the Kittyhawk Post is one of active engagement, collaboration, and growth. I believe we can further enhance the value of our membership by fostering a vibrant community that facilitates:
Strengthened partnerships: Building stronger ties between government and industry partners to tackle shared challenges and drive innovation.
Professional development: Providing opportunities for continuing education, mentorship, and leadership development to empower our members at all career stages.
Community outreach: Engaging with our local communities to promote STEM education and inspire the next generation of engineers.
I’m eager to collaborate with each of you to realize this vision. Your active participation is essential to the success of our post. Please don’t hesitate to reach out – I welcome your ideas, suggestions, and involvement. Let’s work together to make the Kittyhawk Post a shining example of SAME’s mission and values.
Sincerely,
Teri French
President, SAME Kittyhawk Post
“Change is inevitable. Growth is optional.”
John C. Maxwell
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