AMC names Small Business Specialist of the Year.

The Army Materiel Command (AMC) Small Business Specialist of the Year award for 2005 was presented to Kevin R. Loesch, U.S. Army Communications-Electronics Life Cycle Management Command (CELCMC) at the 10th Annual Army Small Business Conference held in McLean, Va., Nov. 1, 2006.

Army Gen. Benjamin S. Griffin, AMC commanding general, personally thanked Loesch for his contributions as he presented him an engraved plaque during the conference.

The AMC Small Business Specialist of the Year award recognizes those specialists who have provided over and above support for the small business community. By going the extra mile, these individuals have greatly contributed to the success of the AMC Small Business Program.

Loesch attributed his success to his team.

"I'm truly humbled in receiving this award since it really reflects on the outstanding work done by the entire CELCMC Small Business Programs Office team," said Loesch.

"Their professionalism and commitment to support small business and the needs of our warfighters are the foundation for our program success and achievements."

Loesch was a critical player in the development of the Strategic Services Sourcing small business participation strategy. His initiative and collaborative efforts made small business opportunities a significant consideration in the S3 acquisition that supports the command's life cycle management initiatives. As a result, three of the seven S3 prime contracts were awarded to small businesses.

Under Loesch's leadership, the CELCMC small business program exceeded $1 billion in total obligations for the third consecutive fiscal year. Loesch's competence and professionalism are recognized AMC-wide.

For further information, contact AMC News Service at 703-806-8126/DSN 656-8126 or e-mail [e-mail].