Salute to the Armed Forces – Nov 13


The Land of the Free Because of the Brave

November 13, 2018 // 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. // The Clubs at Quantico & Crossroads Event Center

$45/Members, $60/Non-Members // Register>>

Join the Prince William Chamber of Commerce Veterans Council in honoring our military, veterans and their families from across our region; with a special focus on the sacrifices of the American Military Family. The Garrison Commander from Ft. Belvoir and Base Commander from Marine Corps Base Quantico have been invited to provide updates on their respective installations, offering special recognition for outstanding Soldiers and Marines. Plus, hear from our Veterans Council on what’s new this year. Don’t miss this program; packed with moving accounts of personal connections to our military, the value they bring to our workforce, including attending WWII Veterans and Gold Star Families. There will also be a Fallen Comrade Ceremony with TAPS played in honor of those who have made the ultimate sacrifice.

 

Keynote Speaker:  Ginger Miller

As a United States Navy Veteran and a formerly homeless veteran herself, Ginger served her country proudly and continues to serve as Founder of Women Veterans Interactive, an award-winning nonprofit organization that advocates for Women Veterans and their families who are experiencing homelessness. The organization brings a network of support that helps women veterans build confidence, connect in their communities reintegrate them back into the workforce and ultimately eradicate homelessness. To date, they have served over 1,000 women veterans. She has been invited to speak at the U.S. Naval Academy, Homeland Security, Department of Veterans Affairs, HUD and the Secret Service, among others.

Some of her most noted highlights include the following:

  • Honored by the White House and First Lady Michelle Obama as a White House Champion of Change
  • A beneficiary of the BET Honors
  • Appearances on Fox 5 News, News Channel 4 & Defense News Networks
  • Featured in The Washington Post, DAV Magazine and Essence Magazine

Ginger also served as Chair of the Sub-Committee for the Government Employee Advisory Committee. The Committee advises the Secretary of Veterans Affairs on the Department’s effectiveness in delivering and administering benefits, programs, and services to minority Veterans.

Register online at here.  For questions, contact the events staff at slewis@pwchamber.org or 703.368.6600.