From Blueprint to Reality: Moving into the ATDM Maritime Training Center

Question: How do you move an active training program with massive, sophisticated equipment into a new facility without halting progress?Answer: An abundance of planning—and the determination to make it happen.In this episode, Senior Facilities Manager Stewart East and Assistant Director of Advanced Training and Operations Wesley Cifers explain:Preparation: Months of logistical strategizing for a multi-phase relocationExecution: Coordinating staff, resources, and external partners over the holidaysOutcome: A smoother transition to the ATDM Maritime Training Center, where the Accelerated Training and Defense Manufacturing (ATDM) program now has a permanent homeEpisode highlights include: • Transition to a significant new facility after years in a temporary space • Overview of the Accelerated Training and Defense Manufacturing program • Importance of modern labs and dedicated training spaces • Planning and executing a complex multi-phase move • Coordination with internal staff and external partners • Growth goals of expanding student enrollment • Enhancements in the learning environment and student experience • Recognition of community and team support during the moveThe Institute for Advanced Learning and Research serves as a regional catalyst for economic transformation in Southern Virginia. Our services, programs and offerings are diverse, impactful and far reaching. Get updates from IALR on other channels: Facebook LinkedIn YouTube Instagram Email NewsletterNews Stories