Ben Funkhouser is a crucial figure at the Defense Logistics Agency Disposition Services-Document Services site in Fort Carson, Colorado, where he serves as the sole print procurement specialist for military units.
His role involves evaluating customer needs, finding cost-effective solutions, and ensuring timely delivery of durable products, such as semi-synthetic stock for books needed by deployed soldiers. Funkhouser focuses on maximizing the value of each tax dollar spent, emphasizing efficiency and quality in printing services.
U.S. Air Force Academy (Credits: Linkedin)
One of Funkhouser’s clients is the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs. Harry Lundy, the digital marketing specialist at the Academy, highlights Funkhouser’s contributions, including producing a large wall cling of the Academy’s falcon symbol for the welcome center.
This wall cling, coupled with a QR code linking to the Academy’s webpage, enhances the visitor experience and serves as a popular photo spot for visitors.
Lundy also praises Funkhouser’s responsiveness and efficiency, citing an instance where Funkhouser delivered a last-minute project for the Air Force’s Commander Conference (Corona) with impressive speed and accuracy.
This quick turnaround showcased Funkhouser’s ability to meet tight deadlines without compromising on quality or budget constraints.
United States Air Force Academy (Credits: DVIDS)
Space Force Col. Luke Sauter, Permanent Professor & Department Head of Astronautics at the Academy, and Air Force Lt. Colonel Dan Showalter, Assistant Professor of Astronautics, also commend Funkhouser for his creativity and expertise.
Funkhouser assisted in updating the Astronautics department’s facilities, including creating a space-themed wall depicting Earth from space, and refreshing the space satellite program’s museum with innovative designs.
Laslty, Funkhouser’s role as a procurement specialist plays a vital part in supporting military units and institutions like the U.S. Air Force Academy by delivering high-quality printing solutions that align with their mission and enhance their operational effectiveness.
