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SUMMARY:Speaker Series - Entrepreneur Pitch Competition & Graduation
DESCRIPTION:Join us to CelebrateThe accomplishments of those who attended this 6-week training program with Brandywine Cares. Meet the presenters\, network with the participants and learn about local resources.\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us at the Buckhead Club for the monthly ATLVets event\, presented in partnership with Brandywine Cares and proudly sponsored by Bank of America. Celebrate the remarkable achievements of veterans who completed the transformative 6-week Career$hift training\, designed to provide the essential knowledge\, tools\, and resources for sustainable business success. Connect with industry experts and participants\, explore local resources for entrepreneurs\, and enjoy valuable networking opportunities. Sessions cover everything from business planning to funding\, culminating in an exciting Elevator Pitch Competition and graduation ceremony on November 12! \n\n\n\nAgenda:5:30pm – Doors Open6:00pm – 7:00pm Presenting Awards and Pitch Competition7:00pm – Graduation Ceremony7:15pm – Open Networking
URL:https://atlvets.org/events/speaker-series-april2025/
LOCATION:Buckhead Club\, 3344 Peachtree Rd NE\, Atlanta\, 30326\, United States
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SUMMARY:Atlanta Speaker Series - Beneath The Service
DESCRIPTION:Join us to kickoff the New Year as we highlight Beneath The Service\n\n\n\n\n\nHonor who you are in service of who you will becomeBeneath the Service is committed to building upon the exceptional qualities of military veterans and their families\, enabling them to reintegrate socially and become influential leaders in their communities and workplaces. \n\n\n\nAgenda:6:00pm – Welcome and Networking6:30pm – Organization Highlight – Beneath The Service7:15pm – Networking
URL:https://atlvets.org/events/atlanta-speaker-series-jan2025/
LOCATION:Buckhead Club\, 3344 Peachtree Rd NE\, Atlanta\, 30326\, United States
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SUMMARY:Atlanta Speaker Series - Ugly Military Sweater Social
DESCRIPTION:Join us to Celebrate an amazing 2024 with a look into 2025!\n\n\n\n\n\n🎉🎄 Get ready to spread holiday cheer with ATLVets! Join us for an unforgettable holiday party\, complete with festive vibes\, good company\, and a themed “Ugly Military Sweater Party!” Pull out your most hilariously hideous holiday sweater and come celebrate the season with our incredible community of veterans and supporters. \n\n\n\nThis event is the perfect way to unwind\, make connections\, and kick off the holidays in style. Don’t miss the chance to toast to an amazing year and connect with our vibrant network. 🎅✨ \n\n\n\nAgenda:6:00pm – Welcome and Networking6:30pm – A Year in Review7:00pm – Setting Intentions for 2025
URL:https://atlvets.org/events/atlanta-speaker-series-ugly-military-sweaters/
LOCATION:Buckhead Club\, 3344 Peachtree Rd NE\, Atlanta\, 30326\, United States
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SUMMARY:Speaker Series - Entrepreneur Pitch Competition
DESCRIPTION:Join us to CelebrateThe accomplishments of those who attended this 6-week training program with Brandywine Cares. Meet the presenters\, network with the participants and learn about local resources.\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us at the Buckhead Club for the monthly ATLVets event\, presented in partnership with Brandywine Cares and proudly sponsored by Bank of America. Celebrate the remarkable achievements of veterans who completed the transformative 6-week Career$hift training\, designed to provide the essential knowledge\, tools\, and resources for sustainable business success. Connect with industry experts and participants\, explore local resources for entrepreneurs\, and enjoy valuable networking opportunities. Sessions cover everything from business planning to funding\, culminating in an exciting Elevator Pitch Competition and graduation ceremony on November 12! \n\n\n\nAgenda:5:30pm – Doors Open6:00pm – 7:00pm Presenting Awards and Pitch Competition7:00pm – Graduation Ceremony7:15pm – Open Networking
URL:https://atlvets.org/events/speaker-series-entrepreneur-pitch-competition/
LOCATION:Buckhead Club\, 3344 Peachtree Rd NE\, Atlanta\, 30326\, United States
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SUMMARY:Ukrainian Warfighter Band: Cultural Forces Special Atlanta Performance
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a special presentation from the Cultural Forces Military Band\, on a special tour across the nation. This event is brought to you by With Honor  and ATLVets and sponsored by The Howard G. Buffett Foundation. \n\n\n\n\n\nHighlight video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dkjq0pRkLkU\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWith Honor fights polarization in Congress through principled veteran leadership. The organization has partnered with the Howard Buffett Foundation to host a national tour of Cultural Forces\, Ukrainian Armed Forces soldiers who are world-class professional musicians. Some of the musicians were grievously wounded in combat on the frontlines of the war. Cultural Forces is on a cultural diplomacy mission to the United States to thank the American people for all support provided to Ukraine during the war.  \n\n\n\nWith Honor recently helped arranged performances on Capitol Hill for the U.S. Congress\, the largest public high school in North Carolina\, universities\, and the United Nations General Assembly in order to raise awareness about the Ukrainian fight for freedom\, democracy\, and the importance of bipartisan support in America for the war effort.  \n\n\n\nThe group is composed of two bandura players\, an opera singer\, a violinist\, a pianist\, a country singer\, and a poet who was one of Ukraine’s biggest celebrities before the war\, when he volunteered for the frontlines. Performances include renditions of a wide variety of music\, from Ukrainian and world classics to covers of popular hits and country tunes. It also features the traditional Ukrainian string instrument\, the bandura. The performances combine powerful narration and storytelling with unique opportunities for question and answers. \n\n\n\nFamilies are welcome. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n(Cost helps offset charges for food and drinks (open bar during cocktail hour) \n\n\n\nAgenda:6:00pm – Doors Open & Cocktail Hour7:00-9:00pm – Dinner7:30-8:30pm – Live Performance 8:30-9:00pm – Q&A \n\n\n\nAttire:The following style etiquette is enforced within the Buckhead Club according to the guidelines set forth by Buckhead Club’s Board of Governors: \n\n\n\n\nShorts\, men’s hats\, tank tops\, flip-flops\, exercise tights\, and other athletic wear are not permitted in the Club\n\n\n\nBusiness Professional or ‘Smart Casual’ Attire\n\n\n\nJackets required for men in the Peachtree Dining Room during the evening (with the exception of Memorial Day through Labor Day)\n\n\n\nProfessional denim is permitted; Ripped/torn denim not allowed\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nLearn About ATLVets:ATLVets – Advancing The Line for Veterans – is a professional development organization dedicated to empowering mid-management and executive-level veterans. By offering tailored resources\, networking opportunities\, and leadership development programs\, ATLVets supports veterans in navigating their career transitions and finding long-term success in civilian leadership roles.
URL:https://atlvets.org/events/ukrainian-warfighter-band-cultural-forces-military/
LOCATION:Buckhead Club\, 3344 Peachtree Rd NE\, Atlanta\, 30326\, United States
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SUMMARY:Atlanta Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:A Trusted Attorney and Veteran\n\n\n\nJoin Zack A Knight in a monthly meet-up the second Tuesday of each month at the Buckhead Club. 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! This month we are featuring William Brown\, Partner at Chalmers\, Adams\, Backer & Kaufman LLC: \n\n\n\nAs a seasoned corporate attorney and litigator\, I bring a robust track record of success in the realm of business litigation\, corporate governance\, financial regulatory compliance\, and government contracting. My career is driven by a passion for navigating complex business matters\, civil litigation\, and the emerging Artificial Intelligence regulatory landscapes and delivering strategic solutions that not only comply with the law but also drive business success. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis exclusive gathering brings together individuals from diverse backgrounds\, with a special emphasis on honoring and engaging with veterans from our local community. Join us as we celebrate our veterans\, forge new friendships\, and cultivate opportunities for both personal and professional growth.
URL:https://atlvets.org/events/william-brown/
LOCATION:Buckhead Club\, 3344 Peachtree Rd NE\, Atlanta\, 30326\, United States
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SUMMARY:Advancing the Line w/ Home Depot
DESCRIPTION:Join Zack A Knight in a monthly meet-up the second Tuesday of each month at the Buckhead Club. 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! This month we are featuring Gabriel Soltero – Program Manager\, Military Hiring at The Home Depot \n\n\n\nOriginally from San Juan\, Puerto Rico\, Gabe began a 25-year military career after graduating from Rice University in Houston\, TX. He trained as a Navy pilot\, completed several overseas deployments\, and served as the Commanding Officer of helicopter squadrons in San Diego and Guam.  Gabe finished his military career as Director of the Naval International Staff College in Newport\, RI. \n\n\n\nFollowing his retirement from the Navy Gabe moved with his family to Atlanta\, where he volunteered with veteran organizations to assist other service members navigating their own career transition from the military.  After a short stint in the International Development sector he joined the U.S. Department of Labor Veterans’ Employment and Training Service (VETS)\, and in 2022 he accepted his current position with The Home Depot as Program Manager for Military Hiring.  In this role Gabe oversees fellowship programs for transitioning service members and military spouses\, as well as direct hiring opportunities for all members of the military community. \n\n\n \nThis exclusive gathering brings together individuals from diverse backgrounds\, with a special emphasis on honoring and engaging with veterans from our local community. As part of our commitment to fostering camaraderie and building connections\, each event features a thrilling round of military trivia. Test your knowledge and learn fascinating facts about military history\, strategy\, and culture\, all while enjoying the elegant ambiance and exceptional service of the Buckhead Club. Our trivia sessions are not only entertaining but also serve as a meaningful tribute to the brave men and women who have served our country. Join us as we celebrate our veterans\, forge new friendships\, and cultivate opportunities for both personal and professional growth.
URL:https://atlvets.org/events/home-depot/
LOCATION:Buckhead Club\, 3344 Peachtree Rd NE\, Atlanta\, 30326\, United States
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SUMMARY:Advancing the Line for Veterans - Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:Join Zack A Knight in a monthly meet-up the second Tuesday of each month at the Buckhead Club. 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! This month we are featuring Jackie Breitenstein\, MS\, CTRS\, CCM Program Manager for the SHARE Program at Shepherd Center: \n\n\n\nJackie has over 20 years of experience in therapeutic recreation\, case management and program development. As Program Manager at Shepherd Center\, a leading rehabilitation hospital for people with spinal cord and brain injuries\, she oversees the Complex Concussion Clinic and SHARE Military Initiative.  The Complex Concussion Clinic provides comprehensive assessment and treatment for civilian patients with persistent post-concussion symptoms following a concussion. SHARE offers specialized rehabilitation and community reintegration services for veterans\, service members and first responders with mild to moderate brain injury at no out-of-pocket cost. She received her Master’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill\, and is a Certified Clinical Case Manager and a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist. She has collaborated with various stakeholders and partners to advocate for the needs and rights of this population. Jackie is also a Special Government Employee\, serving as an appointed member of the Veterans’ Advisory Committee on Rehabilitation (VACOR). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nThis exclusive gathering brings together individuals from diverse backgrounds\, with a special emphasis on honoring and engaging with veterans from our local community. As part of our commitment to fostering camaraderie and building connections\, each event features a thrilling round of military trivia. Test your knowledge and learn fascinating facts about military history\, strategy\, and culture\, all while enjoying the elegant ambiance and exceptional service of the Buckhead Club. Our trivia sessions are not only entertaining but also serve as a meaningful tribute to the brave men and women who have served our country. Join us as we celebrate our veterans\, forge new friendships\, and cultivate opportunities for both personal and professional growth.
URL:https://atlvets.org/events/shepherd-center/
LOCATION:Buckhead Club\, 3344 Peachtree Rd NE\, Atlanta\, 30326\, United States
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SUMMARY:Advancing the Line for Veterans - ft. Cannon Carr
DESCRIPTION:Join Zack A Knight in a monthly meet-up the second Tuesday of each month at the Buckhead Club. 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! \nThis exclusive gathering brings together individuals from diverse backgrounds\, with a special emphasis on honoring and engaging with veterans from our local community. As part of our commitment to fostering camaraderie and building connections\, each event features a thrilling round of military trivia. Test your knowledge and learn fascinating facts about military history\, strategy\, and culture\, all while enjoying the elegant ambiance and exceptional service of the Buckhead Club. Our trivia sessions are not only entertaining but also serve as a meaningful tribute to the brave men and women who have served our country. Join us as we celebrate our veterans\, forge new friendships\, and cultivate opportunities for both personal and professional growth. \nThis month we are highlighting Business Owner Tales featuring Cannon Carr: \n“Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the mouth.” A boxer’s poignant description oflife in the ring feels all too familiar for business owners\, who worry about the myriad shocksthat could undermine their business profitability and personal wealth. As CEO and Owner ofCornerCap\, Cannon Carr speaks from personal experience\, having led his firm through severalshocks in recent years that tested his mettle as both leader and owner. He shares those lessonsin his forthcoming book Personal Profit: How to Build Financial Independence from YourBusiness\, in addition to exploring how entrepreneurs can balance competing demands ofbusiness and personal liquidity. Carr has made it his mission to empower business owners toachieve financial independence from their business so they can better navigate the inevitableshocks every business owner will face and help build a path to sustained financial freedom. \nPrior to joining CornerCap as Chief Investment Officer in 2010\, Carr spent a decade on WallStreet as an Investment Analyst studying the business health of communications companies\,from private start-ups to public companies in the Fortune 500. He now leverages that expertiseto benefit business owners whose livelihood depends on the health of their business. Carrdeveloped the 3Rs® framework to guide business owners through decisions that contemplatewhat’s right for the owner’s personal finances as well as their business goals. For every dollar ofprofit a business generates\, its owner can choose to take personal financial Reward\, Reinvest inthe business\, or Repurpose funds to diversify into outside investments. \nIn his biweekly podcast “Business Owner Tales from the Trenches\,” Carr also mines for insightsfrom business owners across an array of industries on how they\, too\, navigated disruptions intheir business ownership journeys. \nCarr\, proud husband and father of three sons\, lives in Atlanta and is highly engaged in publicservice in the city where he was born and raised. Most recently he served as President of theRotary Club of Atlanta\, among the organization’s largest in the US\, and Chair of the AdvisoryBoard for the Center for Ethics at Emory University. He received his undergraduate degree inPolitics and Economics from Princeton University and earned an MBA from ColumbiaUniversity.
URL:https://atlvets.org/events/advancing-the-line-for-veterans-ft-cannon-carr/
LOCATION:Buckhead Club\, 3344 Peachtree Rd NE\, Atlanta\, 30326\, United States
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SUMMARY:Lunch with Admiral James Stavridis: Discussing '2054'
DESCRIPTION:Advancing The Line for Veterans (ATLVets) invites you to mark your calendars and plan to join us for an exclusive and unforgettable luncheon with Admiral Stavridis\, a distinguished military leader and author\, as he discusses his latest book and shares insights from his remarkable career. This special event will include a book signing\, a captivating speaking engagement\, and an exclusive luncheon with Admiral Stavridis himself. \nLUNCHEON EVENT SCHEDULE \n1. Exclusive Luncheon and Speaking Event (11:30 AM – 1:30 PM) \n\nLocation: Buckhead Club – Ball Room\nAttire: Business\nLimited to a select number of guests\, the Exclusive Luncheon will provide an opportunity for attendees to engage in a relaxed and intimate setting with Admiral Stavridis. Guests will enjoy a multi-course meal\, receive a signed copy of his book **OUTLINED IN TICKET OPTIONS**\, and have the chance to ask questions and engage in meaningful conversations.\n\n2. Book Signing (1:30 PM – 2:00 PM) \n\nLocation: Buckhead Club – Ball Room\nAfter the Speaking event\, Admiral Stavridis will sign copies of his latest book\, which will be available for purchase prior to or at the event. This session is open to both private dinner guests and those attending the speaking event.\n\nAdditional Event Details \nTicket Types: \n\nExclusive Luncheon\n\nProvides access to the book signing and speaking event\n\n\nExclusive Luncheon Package with Book Purchase\n\nProvides access to the book signing and speaking event along with a signed copy of the book\n\n\nMain Evening Speaking Event (7:15 – 9:00pm) – Click here for tickets\n\n  \nHere’s a bit about Admiral Stavridis: \nA Florida native\, Jim Stavridis attended the US Naval Academy at Annapolis\, and spent 37 years in the Navy\, rising to the rank of 4-star Admiral. Among his many commands were four years as the 16th Supreme Allied Commander at NATO\, where he oversaw operations in Afghanistan\, Libya\, Syria\, the Balkans\, and counter piracy off the coast of Africa. He also commanded US Southern Command in Miami\, charged with military operations through Latin America for nearly three years. He was the longest serving Combatant Commander in recent US history. Following his military career\, he served for five years as the 12th Dean of The Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts University. \nIn the course of his career in the Navy\, he served as senior military assistant to the Secretary of the Navy and the Secretary of Defense. He led the Navy’s premier operational think tank for innovation\, Deep Blue\, immediately after the 9/11 attacks. Admiral Stavridis was promoted directly from 1-star rank to 3-star rank in 2004. \nHis books have sold over 500\,000 copies worldwide and have been published in more than twenty different languages. An active user of social networks\, he has tens of thousands of connections on the social networks. His TED talk on 21st century security in 2012 has had over one million views. He tweeted the end of combat operations in the Libyan NATO intervention. His memoir of the NATO years\, “The Accidental Admiral\,” was released in October 2014\, and he had two books out in 2017: “The Leader’s Bookshelf: 50 Books That Make Us Better Leaders” in March and “Sea Power: The History and Geopolitics of the Oceans” in June. His tenth book\, and first novel\, “2034: A Novel of the Next World War” (co-written with Elliot Ackerman) was published on March 9\, 2021 and debuted as #6 on the New York Times fiction bestseller list. “The Sailor’s Bookshelf: Fifty Books to Know the Sea” was published in November 2021. “To Risk It All: Nine Conflicts and the Crucible of Decision” was published in May 2022. \nHe is currently Partner and Vice Chairman\, Global Affairs of The Carlyle Group\, a global investment firm and is Chair of the Board of Trustees of the Rockefeller Foundation. \nAdmiral Stavridis is Chair Emeritus of the Board of the US Naval Institute\, the professional association of the Nation’s sea services: Navy\, Marine Corps\, Coast Guard\, and Merchant Marine. He is a Bloomberg Opinion columnist and Chief International Security Analyst for NBC News.
URL:https://atlvets.org/events/lunch-with-admiral-james-stavridis/
LOCATION:Buckhead Club\, 3344 Peachtree Rd NE\, Atlanta\, 30326\, United States
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SUMMARY:Veterans Day Luncheon with General David Petraeus
DESCRIPTION:ATLVets invites you to mark your calendars and plan to join us for an exclusive and unforgettable evening with General David Petraeus\, a distinguished military leader and author\, as he discusses his latest book and shares insights from his remarkable career. This special event will include a book signing\, a captivating speaking engagement\, and an exclusive luncheon with General Petraeus himself. \nA special thank you to our partners – Brookwell Capital\, Atlanta History Center\, BENS\, Atlanta Press Club and VETLANTA\n \n*** Tickets below are for the Luncheon  – General admission tickets for the evening are available on Atlanta History Center’s website: https://www.atlantahistorycenter.com/event/general-david-petraeus/ *** \nLUNCHEON EVENT SCHEDULE \n1. Exclusive Luncheon and Speaking Event (11:30 AM – 1:30 PM) \n\nLocation: Buckhead Club – Ball Room\nAttire: Business\nLimited to a select number of guests\, the Exclusive Luncheon will provide an opportunity for attendees to engage in a relaxed and intimate setting with General Petraeus. Guests will enjoy a multi-course meal\, receive a signed copy of his book **OUTLINED IN TICKET OPTIONS**\, and have the chance to ask questions and engage in meaningful conversations.\n\n3. Book Signing (1:30 PM – 2:00 PM) \n\nLocation: Buckhead Club – Ball Room\nAfter the Speaking event\, General Petraeus will sign copies of his latest book\, which will be available for purchase prior to or at the event. This session is open to both private dinner guests and those attending the speaking event.\n\n  \nEVENING EVENT SCHEDULE – Tickets an be purchased here – https://www.atlantahistorycenter.com/event/general-david-petraeus/ \n\n1. Speaking Event (7:00 PM – 8:30 PM) \n\nLocation: Atlanta History Center – Main Event Hall\nAttire: Business Casual +\nGeneral Petraeus will take the stage to deliver a captivating talk on leadership\, national security\, and the lessons he has learned throughout his illustrious career. The speaking engagement will include anecdotes from his time in the military and his public service. This amazing conversation will be moderated by the president of the World Affairs Council\, Rickey Bevington.\n\n2. Book Signing (8:30 PM – 9:00 PM) \n\nLocation: Main Event Hall\nAfter the Speaking event\, General Petraeus will sign copies of his latest book\, which will be available for purchase prior to or at the event. This session is open to both private dinner guests and those attending the speaking event.\n\nAdditional Event Details \nTicket Types: \n\nExclusive Luncheon\n\nProvides access to the book signing and speaking event\n\n\nExclusive Luncheon Package with Book Purchase\n\nProvides access to the book signing and speaking event along with a signed copy of the book\n\n\nBook Signing and Speaking Event Only\n\nProvides access to the book signing and speaking event\n\n\n\nDon’t miss this exceptional opportunity to engage with one of our time’s most respected military leaders and thought leaders. General David Petraeus’s insights and experiences promise to inspire\, inform\, and ignite meaningful discussions about leadership\, strategy\, and service to our nation.
URL:https://atlvets.org/events/david-petraeus-luncheon/
LOCATION:Buckhead Club\, 3344 Peachtree Rd NE\, Atlanta\, 30326\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Zack A Knight":MAILTO:zack@atlvets.org
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