Military and Veteran Networking Forum
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An evening of networking and professional development designed to provide those who have served and their families the opportunity to meet industry professionals, hiring managers, executives, and resource specialists.

Three designated halls will cater to the needs of transitioning servicemembers, veterans, and spouses interested in networking with executives, mentors, hiring managers, and resource specialists in the following three arenas: military-friendly companies, aerospace careers, and entrepreneurship.

Welcome and keynote speaker is Bill Kraus, co-owner of Mission BBQ. Read Bio

Top Military-Friendly Employers: Candidates can network in the Space Race Hall with representatives from the top military-friendly companies from a variety of industries. 

Aerospace Careers: The America by Air Hall will provide candidates the opportunity to meet and network with representatives and executives from aerospace organizations and companies looking to fill positions and provide resources.

Exploring Entrepreneurship: Thinking about starting a business, already own one, or exploring franchise opportunities? Join us in the Pioneers of Flight Hall to network with successful veteran business owners and resource specialists and to learn more about ownership, growth, and taking your idea and career to the next level.

Limited Capacity! Invitation Only!*

This event is free for candidates

*This is an invitation-only event. If you did not receive an invitation, please email career@moaa.org to request one. You may be contacted by a MOAA representative if there are questions or if additional information is required to process your request. 

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EVENT AGENDA

 

Event Time                      Description                                 Speakers

 

6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.        Check-In                                      Bill Krause Mission BBQ

 

7:15 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.        MOAA Welcome and Keynote

 

                                       *Open to the first 500 attendees             

7:55 p.m. - 8:25 p.m.        TOP MILITARY-FRIENDLY EMPLOYERS SESSION/SPACE RACE HALL

 

Which Business Sector is Right For You? Thinking about a career in the government, private, or nonprofit sector? This panel session will provide information and advice to help you make an informed decision about your next career move.

 

                                         IMAX theater

 

8:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.        ENTREPRENEURSHIP SESSION/PIONEERS OF FLIGHT HALL

Be Your Own Boss! Exploring Entrepreneurship Panel Learn from an expert panel of veteran entrepreneurs, franchise owners, and resource specialists about business ownership! What to expect: You will hear from other veterans about how they made their business a success, listen to expert advice from resource specialists, learn what it takes to go into business for yourself, and get answers to your questions and network with the experts.

 

                                        Einstein Planetarium

 

9:05 p.m. - 9:35 p.m.        AEROSPACE INDUSTRY SESSION/AMERICA BY AIR

Career Opportunities in the Aerospace Industry Why work in the aerospace industry? Attend this session for an update on the current job market, which companies/organizations are hiring, and tips for landing the career of your dreams!

 

                                        Einstein Planetarium

 

10:00 p.m.                         Event Ends           

 

                                        EVENT SPEAKERS

Kraus

 

Bill Krause - Mission BBQ