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SUMMARY:VETLANTA Q3 Summit at College Football Hall of Fame - America's 250th
DESCRIPTION:Two hundred fifty years ago\, a group of people with no realistic chance of winning decided to try anyway. That’s the founding story — and it’s a fair description of most veterans’ first year out of uniform. \n\n\n\nOn September 8\, VETLANTA marks America’s 250th with the largest summit we’ve built\, and we’re bringing the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to Atlanta to do it. \n\n\n\nKeynote: The Honorable Dr. Lee Payne\, Under Secretary of Veterans AffairsDr. Lee Payne was named Deputy Under Secretary for Health in February 2026. In this role\, he helps lead the nation’s largest integrated health care system with more than 1\,400 sites of care. Dr. Payne provides executive oversight of all Veterans Health Administration (VHA) policies and programs\, offering strategic direction and guidance in collaboration with the Assistant Under Secretaries for Health. \n\n\n\nPerformance: The Washington TattooBefore the keynote\, a live Fife and Drum performance in period Revolutionary War uniform\, led by J. Mark Reilly — President and CEO of The Washington Tattoo\, and former Corps Sergeant Major and Acting Commander of the U.S. Army “Old Guard” Fife and Drum Corps\, the official escort to the President of the United States. If you have never heard rope-tension drums and fifes played at that standard in a room that size\, come early. \n\n\n\nWhat to expect \n\n\n\n\n5:00–6:30 PM — Open networking\, vendor row\, and connection across Atlanta’s veteran\, corporate\, and nonprofit communities\n\n\n\n6:30 PM — Call to order\, national anthem\, and welcome\n\n\n\n~6:45 PM — The Washington Tattoo\, Fife and Drum performance in period uniform\n\n\n\n~7:05 PM — Keynote: Secretary Dr. Lee Payne\n\n\n\n7:45–8:00 PM — Closing remarks and continued networking\n\n\n\n\nWho’s in the roomVeterans and transitioning service members\, military spouses\, corporate VBRG and ERG leaders\, hiring managers\, veteran-owned businesses\, and the public-sector and nonprofit partners who move the needle in this state. This is a working room\, not an audience. \n\n\n\nLogistics \n\n\n\nVendors: apply at vetlanta.org/summit-submissions. All vendors are vetted. \n\n\n\nFree to attend. Registration is required and seating is capped at 250. Register early — we expect to fill. \n\n\n\nDoors open at 5:00 PM. Plan to arrive early; security screening may be in effect. \n\n\n\nParking: Green Deck\, off Baker Street\, adjacent to the Hall of Fame. The first 200 spaces are covered by our sponsor — scan the QR code in your confirmation email on arrival. Overflow in the same deck is $7.50. \n\n\n\nAttire: business casual / flex business  \n\n\n\nOur Featured Speaker: Deputy Under Secretary of the VA Dr. Lee Payne\n\n\n\n\nHe also serves as the VHA Electronic Health Record Modernization (EHRM) Executive Sponsor\, functioning as the Chair for the EHR Executive Council and liaising between Department of Veterans Affairs and VHA stakeholders that support EHRM deployment efforts. With more than three decades of senior healthcare leadership in the U.S. Air Force\, Defense Health Agency\, and Department of Defense\, Dr. Payne brings extensive expertise in health system management\, medical readiness\, and innovation. \n\n\n\nDuring his military career\, he commanded three military hospitals\, including a major medical center\, and served as Command Surgeon for three major commands. He was a Chief Flight Surgeon and deployed multiple times in support of combat operation. At the Defense Health Agency\, he directed Combat Support and led the Military Health System’s electronic health record modernization. During the COVID‑19 pandemic\, he oversaw DoD’s diagnostics and testing effort\, protecting service members and families.
URL:https://atlvets.org/events/vetlanta-q3-2026/
LOCATION:College Football Hall of Fame\, 250 Marietta St NW\, Atlanta\, Georgia\, 30313\, United States
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SUMMARY:25 Years Later: 9/11 Through the Eyes of Air Force One
DESCRIPTION:In honor of the 25th anniversary of September 11\, 2001\, the Buckhead Club Speaker Series invites you to a powerful and deeply personal afternoon with Wanda Joell\, the first African American female flight attendant aboard Air Force One. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWanda’s distinguished career in the United States Air Force spans service under four presidential administrations\, including Presidents George H. W. Bush\, Bill Clinton\, George W. Bush\, and Barack Obama. Throughout her remarkable tenure\, she served world leaders and dignitaries while representing our nation at the highest level. \n\n\n\nMost notably\, Wanda was aboard Air Force One on September 11\, 2001\, witnessing firsthand the events that forever changed America. During those uncertain and historic hours\, she provided comfort and support to President George W. Bush and the presidential staff as the nation grappled with an unprecedented tragedy. \n\n\n\nJoin us for an unforgettable program of reflection\, resilience\, and history as Wanda shares her unique perspective from inside one of the most pivotal moments in modern American history.$39++ per member\, $49++ per non-member guest (includes lunch).* Veterans + First Responders receive discounted ticket price of $29++ per person.Proceeds from this event will support the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.
URL:https://atlvets.org/events/25-years-later-9-11-through-the-eyes-of-air-force-one/
LOCATION:Buckhead Club\, 3344 Peachtree Rd NE\, Atlanta\, 30326\, United States
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SUMMARY:Celebration Honoring Veterans\, Military Families & Those Who Stand Beside Them
DESCRIPTION:Want to come to the breakfast? Register HereRegister Here for the day of events (not including breakfast)\n\n\n\n​On Saturday\, October 10\, Operation Honor: Rural Salute® is coming to Georgia Military College in Milledgeville for a day dedicated to honoring those who have served\, strengthening rural communities\, and connecting veterans and their families with the people and resources that can make a lasting difference. The event is free and open to the public\, running from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. \n\n\n\nEvent Details \n\n\n\n📅 Saturday\, October 10\, 2026 \n\n\n\n🕚 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM \n\n\n\n📍 Georgia Military College | Milledgeville\, Georgia \n\n\n\n​ \n\n\n\n🎟 Admission is FREERegistration is encouraged so we can plan for attendance and reserve your complimentary swag bag while supplies last.
URL:https://atlvets.org/events/celebration-honoring-veterans-military-families-those-who-stand-beside-them/
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