R 181754Z MAR 25  MARADMIN 137/25 MSGID/GENADMIN/CMC L LP WASHINGTON DC// SUBJ/ANNOUNCEMENT FOR THE CY25 MARINE CORPS JOINT GLOBAL LOGISTICS  OPERATIONS SUMMIT (JGLOS)// POC/M. D. LATHAM/MAJ/FEDEX CORPORATION WORLD HEADQUARTERS, CMC  FELLOW/TEL: (901)434-2407/EMAIL: [email protected]// POC/C. JACKSON/CIV/HQMC I&L LPM/D/TEL: (571) 256-2758/ EMAIL: [email protected]// POC/J. A. BERRY/MAJ/HQMC I&L LPM/D/TEL: (703) 695-6099/ EMAIL: [email protected]// GENTEXT/REMARKS/1.  Situation.  This message announces the CY25  Marine Corps Joint Global Logistics Operations Summit (JGLOS) from  11 - 16 May 2025 at the FedEx World Headquarters in Memphis, TN.   Participants will gain increased situational awareness of FedEx  logistics operations and capabilities.  The summit introduces  Marines to the operational tempo, processes, and functions  necessary for timely delivery of logistics in a commercial setting.   The events and presentation topics include, but are not limited to,  FedEx operating companies, innovation, and logistics solutions. 2.  Mission.  From 11 - 16 May 2025, selected Marines will  participate in the annual JGLOS in Memphis, TN to gain knowledge  about commercial logistics operations and capabilities and to  improve understanding of commercial logistics activities to enhance  Marine Corps' logistical capabilities. 3.  Execution. 3.a.  Commander's Intent.  The purpose of this summit is to  familiarize Marine Corps personnel with commercial operations,  initiatives, and logistics solutions to gain a better understanding  of activities and applications across the Marine Corps. 3.a.1.  Concept of Operations.  Participants will interact with  FedEx leadership and observe FedEx activities. 3.a.2.  Target audience: 3.a.2.a.  Officers:  Majors (O-4) to Colonels (O-6) and Chief  Warrant Officers (CWO2 - CWO5). 3.a.2.b.  Enlisted:  Gunnery Sergeant (E-7) to Master Gunnery  Sergeant / Sergeant Major (E-9). 3.a.2.c.  Civilian:  Not eligible. 3.a.2.d.  Personnel who represent fields of expertise in logistics  operations, supply chain management, maintenance, and innovation. 3.a.2.e.  Personnel that will fully participate in idea exchanges  with a vested interest in the topics. 3.a.2.f.  Special consideration will be taken for nominees outside  the above target audience if they are endorsed by their command via  an email to the POCs justifying the exception. 3.a.2.g.  Participant selection focuses on ensuring appropriate  representation of experienced personnel from across the Marine Corps.  Priority / special consideration is given to combat service support  Marines and / or those serving in logistics and innovation  assignments.  Individuals that have assigned retirement dates or  plan who reach the end of active service within the next calendar  year are asked not to apply.  The oncoming CMC FedEx Fellow has a  reserved seat. 3.b.  Tasks. 3.b.1.  Individuals are responsible for ensuring their nominations  are submitted NLT 12 March 2025 via the following link (link is  case sensitive, recommend accessing link through Microsoft Edge):  https:(slash)(slash)forms.office.com/r/Mx9k8FXLha. 3.b.2.  No later than 31 March 2025, selected participants will be  notified of selection by a listed POC via the email address provided  in the nomination form. 3.b.3.  No later than 7 April 2025, attendees will confirm ability  to attend the summit via the following RSVP link (link is case  sensitive, recommend accessing link through Microsoft Edge):  https:(slash)(slash)forms.office.com/r/A4DdLmGXMR. 3.c.  Coordinating Instructions. 3.c.1.  Schedule, tours, and presentations.  A detailed schedule  will be provided to participants upon arrival.  Tours and  presentations are subject to change based off availability. 3.c.1.a.  Schedule. 3.c.1.a.1.  11 May:  Travel Day. 3.c.1.a.2.  12 May:  Opening Remarks / Presentations. 3.c.1.a.3.  13 May:  Tours / Presentations. 3.c.1.a.4.  14 May:  Tours / Presentations. 3.c.1.a.5.  15 May:  Presentations / Closing Remarks. 3.c.1.a.6.  16 May:  Travel Day. 3.c.1.b.  Tours and Presentations. 3.c.1.b.1.  FedEx Operations Overview. 3.c.1.b.2.  FedEx Digital Transformation. 3.c.1.b.3.  Global Operations and Network Planning. 3.c.1.b.4.  Maintenance Operations. 3.c.1.b.5.  Operational Hub Tours. 3.c.1.b.6.  Logistics Information Technology. 3.c.1.b.7.  Future Logistics and Innovation (Robotics, Autonomy,  In-Transit Visibility, Unmanned Aerial Systems). 3.c.1.b.8.  Critical Inventory Logistics. 3.c.1.b.9.  Customs Clearance and Trade Services.  3.c.1.b.10.  Supply Chain Logistics. 4.  Administration and Logistics. 4.a.  JGLOS participation is limited to forty (40) personnel.  All  summit-associated costs and travel are unit-funded.  No government  lodging or messing are available.  Participants' commands are  responsible for the funding and travel details of their  participants. 4.b.  Recommended arrival airport is Memphis International (MEM). 4.c.  Transportation to and from the Memphis International Airport  on travel days is not provided.  It is anticipated FedEx will  provide transportation for summit attendees between the recommended  lodging facilities and FedEx facilities in support of summit events.   FedEx Headquarters address: 3610 Hacks Cross Rd, Memphis, TN 38125. 4.d.  Summit lodging facility: 4.d.1.  Courtyard Memphis Collierville – 4640 Merchants Park Circle,  Collierville, TN 38107 / Tel: (901) 850-9390. 4.d.2.  Group lodging has been blocked off for the summit at the  above location.  Reservations must be made NLT 10 April 2025.   Please use the following link to make reservations (links are case  sensitive recommend accessing links through Microsoft Edge):  https:(slash)(slash)www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation -link.mi?id=1738616635944&key=GRP&guestreslink2=true&app=resvlink  (Courtyard Memphis Collierville).  4.e.  Uniforms.  Summit attire for all participants is business  casual.  Military uniforms are not required.  Participants will  spend a great deal of time in the FedEx World Headquarters and tour  active FedEx operational hubs.  Appropriate attire is required at  all times; long trousers (shorts and jeans are not authorized),  collared shirt, and comfortable close-toed footwear. 4.f.  Meals.  A sixty (60) dollar landing fee will be collected from  participants for four days of lunches at FedEx facilities at a rate  of fifteen (15) dollars per person per meal.  This landing fee will  be collected on day one of the summit.  Because of the operational  pace of the JGLOS, there will be limited lunch meal opportunities  outside of the FedEx-hosted meals.  Selected participants will  provide dietary restrictions to the event staff during the RSVP  process. 4.g.  On or about 30 April 2025, all participants are requested to  participate in a virtual call with LP/M leadership to discuss the  JGLOS, provide any updates, and address any questions. 5.  Command and Signal.  Direct questions concerning this message to  the POCs. 6.  Release authorized by BGen Forrest C. Poole III, Assistant  Deputy Commandant for Installations and Logistics (LP).//