VETLANTA Q2 Summit – UPS Headquarters
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.
May 7 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
🎤 FEATURED SPEAKER: Ryan Hendrickson
Retired U.S. Army Green Beret | Combat-Wounded Warrior | Author of Tip of the Spear
After 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.
4:30PM – 5:00PM                  Vendor Setup           Â
5:00PM – 6:25PM                  Summit Networking
6:25PM                                  Call to Order & Welcome – Maria Sanders Â
6:25PM – 6:30PM                  National Anthem – Washington JohnsonÂ
6:30PM – 6:35PM                 VETLANTA/UPS Welcome – Kevin HorganÂ
6:35PM – 6:40PM                  Vietnam 50 Year Commemoration – Maria SandersÂ
6:45PM – 7:05PM                  Resilient Leadership Fireside Chat Lloyd Knight (moderator) VETLANTA President
Featuring:
Seamus Smith            UK Army Veteran       FIS Global
Jeff Mellinger             Retired Army CSM     Warrior Outreach
Elizabeth Stevens       USMC Veteran           ATLVets                                                                  Â
7:05PM – 7:10PM                  CASA Comments – John Phillips
7:10PM – 7:15PM                  Keynote Speaker Introduction – Zack Knight  – ATLVets                Â
7:15PM – 7:35PM                  Keynote Speaker – Ryan Hendrickson – Tip of the Spear                    Â
7:35PM – 7:40PM                  Closing Remarks Patrick HoulahanÂ