Outstanding employee recognized for years of service at DLA Distribution

Matthew Williams, deputy director, Defense Logistics Agency Distribution plans, training and modernization, received the Meritorious Civilian Service award, November 20, at DLA Distribution headquarters in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania. He also served as the acting director from December 2023 to November 2024.

Williams, who has worked with DLA Distribution since 2011, will be departing to take on a new position with the U.S. Navy at the Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division.

"We will certainly be feeling the loss of such a smart and capable leader as Matt," said Perry Knight, deputy commander, DLA Distribution. "He's done amazing work and led amazing initiatives during his time here. We couldn't be prouder to see him continue on supporting the warfighter."

Williams led multiple teams tasked across an array of portfolios in developing strategic level planning for five geographic combatant commands. His work, essential to the effective support of the warfighter, helped military planners in developing a comprehensive analysis of the logistics combat support that DLA can provide to a variety of different scenarios.

His leadership enabled the DLA Distribution to meet every task and continue exceptional support to the warfighter. A steady hand through an evolving landscape, Williams' teammates experienced no turbulence in their efforts and received the highest support possible.

Williams' dedication to duty and focus on the mission reflect great credit upon himself, DLA and the Department of Defense.