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Mission Statement & Core Values

Mission Statement

The Division of Amenities and Transportation Services (DATS), Program and Employee Services (PES), Office of Research Services (ORS), supports the mission of NIH by providing a variety of worksite enrichment programs and transportation services that benefit NIH employees, guests, visitors, patients, and their families. DATS is comprised of two branches – the Amenities Programs Branch and Transportation Services Branch. Through the administration of use agreements and performance-based contracts, DATS is committed to delivering the best programs and services to meet the diverse and evolving needs of the NIH community.

Core Values

DATS Core Values DATS responds to its customers with integrity and teamwork. DATS is committed to meeting the ever-changing demand for quality programs and services today and tomorrow. DATS uses innovative approaches and cultivates meaningful relationships to deliver unparalleled customer service to the NIH community.

About the Acting Director

Gregg Nelson

Gregg Nelson serves as the Acting Division Director for the Division of Amenities and Transportation Services (DATS), leading both the Amenities Programs Branch and the Transportation Services Branch to support essential services across the NIH campus. In addition, Gregg maintains his role as the Amenities Programs Branch Chief, overseeing the Food & Retail, Child & Family, and Wellness Program Teams—core mission areas that strengthen daily NIH Community experiences and employee well‑being. His leadership reflects a foundation built over two decades in private‑sector hospitality management and prior service as a U.S. Marine Corps Major, shaping a collaborative, steady, mission‑focused style. Across federal, private‑sector, and military chapters, he continues to model service, organizational stewardship, and workforce support.