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SUMMARY:VetOPS Monthly Workshop: Leadership Development - Translating Military Leadership to Civilian Workplaces
DESCRIPTION:We all run into obstacles over and over again… You never know what may present itself where you need a strong group of like-minded individuals to help you find your ultimate success. Join us for a roundtable discussion highlighting the difficulties and successes in transitioning from military to civilian life. \n\n\n\nKey Topics: – Leadership styles in civilian workplaces \n\n\n\n – Effective communication and conflict resolution \n\n\n\n – Building influence and trust within diverse teams \n\n\n\n– Exercises: Case studies of leadership challenges\, group discussions \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVetOPS\, short for Veterans Optimizing Professional Success\, is a comprehensive program dedicated to supporting veterans and non-veterans in achieving career success. Through tailored workshops\, mentorship opportunities\, and networking events\, VetOPS equips participants with essential skills and resources necessary for a successful transition to civilian life and professional growth. With a focus on empowering veterans and fostering their continued success\, VetOPS serves as a beacon of support and empowerment within the veteran community. \n\n\n\nThe best part is that you don’t have to be a veteran to attend\, you can be a veteran supporter and community member. Veterans offer so much value to the professional world\, this is the opportunity for you to learn alongside veterans about their mission focus mindset and discipline in their professions.
URL:https://atlvets.org/events/vetops-monthly-workshop-may/
LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88982322408
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SUMMARY:Patriot Growth Capital - Veteran Entrepreneur Session
DESCRIPTION:Join our virtual info session to learn about PGC (Patriotic Growth Capital) and its mission to empower veterans through business leadership. This engaging online event will provide an overview of PGC’s history\, vision\, and goals\, as well as unique investment opportunities that foster generational wealth. Discover how our structured mentorship programs support veterans\, hear impactful success stories\, and learn about potential tax advantages. The session includes an interactive Q&A and details on how you can get involved\, all hosted on a user-friendly virtual platform with engaging visuals. \n\n\n\n\nWelcome and Introduction: Overview of the agenda and PGC’s mission to empower veterans.\n\n\n\nPGC Overview: History\, vision\, goals\, and key achievements.\n\n\n\nInvestment Opportunities: Explanation of fund structure\, potential financial returns\, and generational wealth creation.\n\n\n\nVeteran Support Programs: Details on mentorship\, training\, and impact stories from veterans.\n\n\n\nTax Advantages: Information on the IRS 1202 Exemption and financial benefits.\n\n\n\nInteractive Q&A: Open floor for attendee questions and engagement.\n\n\n\nNext Steps and Closing Remarks: How to get involved\, follow-up information\, and thank you notes.
URL:https://atlvets.org/events/veteran-entrepreneur-may/
LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82070798654
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SUMMARY:Atlanta Speaker Series: Ryan Hendrickson May 6th and May 7th
DESCRIPTION:After surviving stepping on an IED that nearly claimed his life\, one Green Beret embarked on an extraordinary journey—from the battlefields of Afghanistan to humanitarian work in Ukraine\, his story is one of courage\, resilience\, and finding profound purpose in serving others\, transforming personal tragedy into a mission of hope and healing for those in need.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSergeant First Class (SFC) Ryan Hendrickson is a brave\, determined\, and courageous soldier — a Green Beret clearing the way for his twelve-man team while conducting combat operations against the Taliban. As the “tip of the spear\,” his role is to ensure the route taken by U.S. and Afghan troops are free of IEDs — improvised explosive devices. Many soldiers do not survive their last step; those who do often lose at least one limb. \n\n\n\nWhile rescuing an Afghan soldier outside a mud-hut compound in 2010 — knowing that he was in “uncleared” territory — Ryan stepped on an IED with his right foot. The device exploded\, leaving his foot dangling at the end of his leg. \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAgenda for Ryan:May 6th:Dinner at Atlanta History Center 5pm-7pmAuthor Talk at Atlanta History Center 7:30pm-9:30pmMay 7th:Breakfast at Buckhead Club 7:30am-9am \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHere’s a bit more about Ryan: Ryan Hendrickson\, a retired U.S. Army Special Forces Green Beret and decorated combat veteran\, is the founder of the nonprofit Tip of the Spear Landmine Removal and author of the acclaimed memoir Tip of the Spear. Growing up in the Pacific Northwest\, Ryan was shaped by his father’s life lessons\, which instilled resilience and a drive to take chances. \n\n\n\n\nDuring his 22-year military career\, Ryan deployed to Iraq\, Afghanistan\, and various regions in Central and South America. He earned numerous distinctions\, including the Silver Star\, four Bronze Stars\, a Purple Heart\, and an Army Commendation Medal with Valor. In 2010\, while serving in Afghanistan\, Ryan stepped on an IED\, sustaining life-threatening injuries that led to 27 surgeries. Despite the grueling recovery\, he returned to Afghanistan four more times as a Green Beret and twice as a contractor\, exemplifying his ethos of service and perseverance. \n\n\n\nRyan’s combat experiences—clearing routes\, preventing casualties\, and rescuing comrades under fire—shaped his commitment to helping others. Following his retirement in 2020\, he channeled this commitment into his nonprofit\, dedicating himself to demining war-torn areas. In 2022\, Ryan began clearing landmines in Ukraine\, working alongside American and Ukrainian veterans to restore safety to agricultural fields and empower local communities. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://atlvets.org/events/atlanta-speaker-series-ryan-hendrickson/
LOCATION:Atlanta History Center\, 130 W Paces Ferry Rd NW\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30305\, United States
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SUMMARY:VETLANTA Q2 Summit - UPS Headquarters
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the VETLANTA Q2 Summit\, an impactful afternoon bringing together veterans\, corporate leaders\, and mission-driven organizations\, sponsored by UPS and FIS Global and proudly hosted at the UPS Global Headquarters in Atlanta.\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n🎤 FEATURED SPEAKER: Ryan HendricksonRetired U.S. Army Green Beret | Combat-Wounded Warrior | Author of Tip of the Spear \n\n\n\nAfter surviving an IED blast that nearly claimed his life\, Ryan’s story of recovery\, resilience\, and continued service—both on and off the battlefield—has inspired audiences across the globe. His message of leadership\, grit\, and mission-driven impact is especially relevant to those navigating transitions in the corporate and veteran spaces. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSummit Agenda \n\n\n\n4:30PM – 5:00PM Vendor Setup 5:00PM – 6:25PM Summit Networking6:25PM Call to Order & Welcome – Maria Sanders 6:25PM – 6:30PM National Anthem – Washington Johnson 6:30PM – 6:35PM VETLANTA/UPS Welcome – Kevin Horgan 6:35PM – 6:40PM Vietnam 50 Year Commemoration – Maria Sanders 6:45PM – 7:05PM Resilient Leadership Fireside Chat Lloyd Knight (moderator) VETLANTA President \n\n\n\nFeaturing:Dennis Scales Air Force Veteran FIS GlobalJeff Mellinger Retired Army CSM Warrior OutreachElizabeth Stevens USMC Veteran ATLVets \n\n\n\n7:05PM – 7:10PM CASA Comments – John Phillips7:10PM – 7:15PM Keynote Speaker Introduction – Zack Knight – ATLVets 7:15PM – 7:35PM Keynote Speaker – Ryan Hendrickson – Tip of the Spear 7:35PM – 7:40PM Closing Remarks Patrick Houlahan
URL:https://atlvets.org/events/vetlanta-q2-summit-ups/
LOCATION:UPS Headquarters\, 55 Glenlake Pkwy NE\, Sandy Springs\, Ga\, 30328\, United States
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SUMMARY:GDVS Legislative Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Join the Georgia Department of Veterans Service (GDVS) for a Legislative Breakfast honoring our state lawmakers and their commitment to Georgia’s veterans.Hear from confirmed guests including Senator Kay Kirkpatrick\, Senator Kenya Wicks\, and Representative Bethany Ballard\, Chairman of the House Defense and Veterans Affairs Committee Representative Josh Bonner\, with more legislators expected to attend.
URL:https://atlvets.org/events/gdvs-legislative-breakfast/
LOCATION:Buckhead Club\, 3344 Peachtree Rd NE\, Atlanta\, 30326\, United States
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SUMMARY:Advancing The Line - Tampa
DESCRIPTION:After surviving stepping on an IED that nearly claimed his life\, one Green Beret embarked on an extraordinary journey—from the battlefields of Afghanistan to humanitarian work in Ukraine\, his story is one of courage\, resilience\, and finding profound purpose in serving others\, transforming personal tragedy into a mission of hope and healing for those in need. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Zack A Knight in a business networking conversation at Centre Club where we feature veterans of the local community that are making an impact as we all come together in one place to build community and business. Each of these events are open to the public\, veteran and non-veteran alike. We encourage you to show up and show your support for the local veteran that is being highlighted this month! \n\n\nOur Agenda: \n5:00-5:30pm: Open Networking and Host comments \n5:45pm-6:30pm: Local Veteran or Veteran Organization highlight & fireside chat \n6:30pm: Open Networking \n**Business Casual Attire Required** \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis month we are featuring Ryan Hendrickson:\n\n\n\nSergeant First Class (SFC) Ryan Hendrickson is a brave\, determined\, and courageous soldier — a Green Beret clearing the way for his twelve-man team while conducting combat operations against the Taliban. As the “tip of the spear\,” his role is to ensure the route taken by U.S. and Afghan troops are free of IEDs — improvised explosive devices. Many soldiers do not survive their last step; those who do often lose at least one limb. \n\n\n\nWhile rescuing an Afghan soldier outside a mud-hut compound in 2010 — knowing that he was in “uncleared” territory — Ryan stepped on an IED with his right foot. The device exploded\, leaving his foot dangling at the end of his leg.
URL:https://atlvets.org/events/tampa-may2025/
LOCATION:Centre Club\, 123 S West Shore Blvd\, Tampa\, FL\, 33609\, United States
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SUMMARY:Sweat w/ a Vet
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Hero Hill Climb! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWelcome to the 3nd annual Hero Hill Climb! – Saturday\, May 24th\, 2025 Memorial WeekendThis is a great event to honor our fallen veterans and bring awareness to the good men & women serving in our military.Walk\, run or mountain bike…all ages…THE MISSION: Starting in front of Camp Merrill Army Ranger Base\, you will be given a half-sheet card with the name of a fallen service member (Hero). Your mission is to carry your Hero up the gravel road to the top of the hill to honor their sacrifice. When you get to the top\, there will be a large Hero board\, an American flag\, and a cast iron freedom bell. You will pin your Hero Card onto the Hero Board\, ring the bell in their honor\, and return back down the gravel road. The scenery is amazing\, and you get to walk with the 5th Ranger Army Training Battalion! Each participant will also receive a special event Challenge Coin that you can pay forward or keep.\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://atlvets.org/events/sweat-w-a-vet-2/
LOCATION:Georgia
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SUMMARY:Memorial Day Cookout
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free cookout hosted by Pruitt Place ‑ Buckhead to enjoy community and celebrate Memorial Day! Please RSVP so we know a good headcount! \n\n\n\n\n\nMemorial DayDownload
URL:https://atlvets.org/events/memorial-day-cookout/
LOCATION:Pruitt Place\, 3088 Lenox Rd\, Atlanta\, Georgia\, 30324\, United States
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