Podcasts about National Military Family Association

On this episode, we sit down with mental health professionals to discuss ways to manage the changes that come with an overseas homeport shift for you and your family. Feature this week: LCDR Allison Conforte PhD, Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychologist, Department Head, Educational and Developmental Intervention Services (EDIS), Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command Yokosuka LT Paige Giegel, DPT Educational and Developmental Intervention Services (EDIS), Assistant Department Head, Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command Yokosuka Michelle McDonald, PhD Licensed Clinical Psychologist Educational & Developmental Intervention Services (EDIS) Atsugi & Yokota Divisions Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command Yokosuka HM2 Chayla Coleman Behavioral Health Tech Mental Health Clinic Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command Yokosuka Additional Resources: Military Child Well-being Toolkit: https://www.militarychild.org/resource/wellbeing-toolkit/Blue Star Families: https://bluestarfam.org/ American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Military & Family Resource Center: https://www.aacap.org/AACAP/Families_Youth/Resource_Centers/Military_Famil ies_Resource_Center/AACAP/Families_and_Youth/Resource_Centers/Military_F amilies_Resource_Center/Home.aspx?hkey=662f6942-d174-4e75-9455- 5dabc9ab1158 Zero to Three Military Families: https://www.zerotothree.org/our-work/military- families/ National Military & Family Association: https://www.militaryfamily.org/ Defense Health Agency & Mental Health for Youth & Teens Toolkit: https://health.mil/Military-Health-Topics/MHS-Toolkits/Toolkits/Mental- Health/Seeking-Care-with-TRICARE/Mental-Health-for-Youth-Teens-and- Young-Adults Military OneSource EFMP & Me: https://efmpandme.militaryonesource.mil/ Centers for Disease Control & Prevention Adolescent & School Mental Health: https://www.cdc.gov/healthyyouth/mental-health/index.htm

April is the Month of the Military Child and in this episode we recognize the work the National Military Family Association is doing for military children, specifically with their Operation Purple Camps. You can find out more about their organization and these camps here. Helping military families connect with military real estate experts throughout the US. Learn more about MilHousing Network at https://milhousingnetwork.com/. For more information on providing financial security for your loved ones, click here to connect with MilHousing Network's proud partner, Navy Mutual!

In this episode: Besa's upbringing and her relationship with the United States military, how she got involved in journalism, and her career switch. Then, the individuals that inspired her, the mission and vision of the NMFA, and where Besa sees the future going.Learn more about the NFMA at https://www.militaryfamily.org/. Connect with the LSI team by visiting LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter, or going to LSIWINS.com.

Join us for an insightful conversation as Besa Pinchotti, Director and CEO of the National Military Family Association (NMFA) sits down with host SMA Tilley to shed light on the incredible work that the National Military Family Association does to support our Military Families. With years of dedication and commitment to our Military Families, the NMFA has been a driving force in ensuring that our military families receive the care, attention, and resources they truly deserve. From providing educational support to advocating for essential services, the NMFA plays a vital role in strengthening the lives of those who serve and their Families. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yournextmission/message

In preparation for Veterans Day, we are honored and excited to chat with Christy Brown and Becca Garrison of the National Military Family Association all about Operation Purple Camps. Tune in to learn about their efforts to provide summer camp experiences for military kids and families, as well as how you and your camp can get involved!  Thank you to our sponsor, ACTIVE Network. Show notes: National Military Family Association Operation Purple Camp Host an Operation Purple Camp Follow ACA @acacamps!

About Today's GuestAs Executive Director, Besa brings leadership at NMFA along with her personal experience as a military spouse to this incredible team. Besa is an award-winning journalist and marketer whose passion for our military began during her time as a reporter and television news anchor. From Jacksonville, North Carolina to Kosovo, her assignments opened her eyes to the post-9/11 military experience, and its cycles of deployment, redeployment, and constant transition. She also covered highly-contentious Congressional hearings and the impact military life has on families, including the effects of water contamination aboard military bases. During Besa's time covering Camp Lejeune, she met a guy named Dave, whom she decided to marry despite warnings to “never marry a Marine.” Now 15+ years later, they live on Capitol Hill with their 3 kids.Links Mentioned In This EpisodeNational Military Family Association Web SiteMilitary Teen Experience ReportBasic Needs Allowance LegislationPsychArmor Resource of the WeekThe PsychArmor Resource of the Week is the PsychArmor course Veteran 201: Military Families. The life of a military family can be chaotic and stressful. This course provides some insight into the unique challenges faced by military families, and you can find a link to the resource here: https://learn.psycharmor.org/courses/veteran-201-military-families This Episode Sponsored By:This episode is sponsored by PsychArmor, the premier education and learning ecosystem specializing in military culture content. PsychArmor offers an online e-learning laboratory with custom training options for organizations.Contact Us and Join Us on Social Media Email PsychArmorPsychArmor on TwitterPsychArmor on FacebookPsychArmor on YouTubePsychArmor on LinkedInPsychArmor on InstagramTheme MusicOur theme music Don't Kill the Messenger was written and performed by Navy Veteran Jerry Maniscalco, in cooperation with Operation Encore, a non profit committed to supporting singer/songwriter and musicians across the military and Veteran communities.Producer and Host Duane France is a retired Army Noncommissioned Officer, combat veteran, and clinical mental health counselor for service members, veterans, and their families.  You can find more about the work that he is doing at www.veteranmentalhealth.com  

Dr. Crystal Lewis is the National Military Family Association's (NMFA) Director of Research. Matthew and Elena are the co-founders of Bloom, an organization that seeks to empower military teens around the world. In 2021, Bloom and NMFA designed a survey for military teens to evalute their mental health, food security, and more. After finding results that indicate military kids are "not okay", Bloom and NMFA created another survey to dig deeper into the well-being of military children. This new survey will be available February 1st. View the results of last year's survey here: https://www.militaryfamily.org/the-military-teen-experience/?fbclid=IwAR10ipEorN0o-n54z5kjFoQc-I4mzFzNIbNBXwZlzcGr0iyn-n6YDOPeGyA Link to this year's survey (available Feb 1): www.bloommiltaryteens.org/survey Check out NMFA's website here: https://www.militaryfamily.org/NMFA's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/militaryfamily Bloom's Website and Blog: www.bloomilitaryteens.org Follow Bloom @bloommilitaryteens on Instagram, Twitter, and Tiktok. Bloom on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bloommilitaryteens/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theshanonshow/support

Angela Hood is an entrepreneur who has built three different companies over the past 20 years. She is currently the Founder and CEO of ThisWay Global, an HR tech company that delivers unbiased candidate sourcing and matching for talent acquisition. Angela's background is rooted in land development, and she previously founded the Texas A&M College of Architecture Career Fair. She also has delegate experience with the National Military Family Association and now helps service members turn their military experience into career credentials. In this episode… More than almost any other time in recent memory, there is a large portion of the American population that is eager to find a new job. The rise of remote work and recent economic factors have caused people to apply for new and different positions. However, candidates' standards are also changing. As a company, it's a great time to recruit the talent you need — the only problem is attracting the best people for your team. For many companies, hiring has always been difficult — and now there are more variables than ever to consider. ThisWay Global is an HR tech company that attempts to simplify the process and find great employees without any bias. Their system has been successfully utilized by over 5,000 organizations to date. So how can they help you find and attract the best people in such a revolutionary space? In this episode of the Revenue Engine Podcast, Alex Gluz hosts Angela Hood, the Founder and CEO of ThisWay Global, to talk about the changing landscape in talent acquisition. They discuss the need for diversity and how Angela's company promotes the best candidates for the job. They also share the key to ThisWay Global's growth, how to align your business with a changing talent pool, and Angela's own experience in recruitment.

Joining The Scuttlebutt for our season four finale is Gold Star Wife, Krista Anderson. After losing her husband, Green Beret, Staff Sgt. Michael Simpson in 2013, Krista committed herself to helping military families fill their "life binders" and prepare for anything. One of her many roles is as a Military Spouse Ambassador for Army Emergency Relief. AER, the official non-profit of the U.S. Army recently teamed up with the National Military Family Association to provide funding for child care for military families through their joint Child Care Fee Relief Program. Krista joins us to tell her story, honor Michael, and talk about the incredible work being done by AER and NMFA. An inspiring story not to be missed.   To read more about Michael's service visit GreenBeretFoundation.org and to read Krista's story visit We Are The Mighty.    Subscribe to the Veterans Breakfast Club on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRWUeRU670VYK1skn4Azz5A?sub_confirmation=1   Listen to previous episodes, find show notes and additional reading at https://veteransbreakfastclub.org/scuttlebutt/   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0buguqfl1jpRdSvCdwZZDw?si=jIK0iswcT-m77WTHWr-SNQ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-scuttlebutt-understanding-military-culture/id1530694578 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9tZWRpYS5yc3MuY29tL3RoZXNjdXR0bGVidXR0L2ZlZWQueG1s?sa=X&ved=0CAIQ4aUDahcKEwjggpTAtfPrAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQBA

National Military Family Association is offering parents of eligible military-connected children with exceptional needs, the opportunity to receive a free, special education curriculum that will empower them to be their child's best advocate. Show Notes: National Military Family Association: https://www.militaryfamily.org/  Arc@School Curriculum: https://thearcatschool.org/advocacy-curriculum/ NMFA Free Special Education Curriculum: https://www.militaryfamily.org/free-special-education-curriculum/

Help may be on the way for military spouses struggling to find employment or pay for child care, as Congress weighs multiple bills that would impact military families financially.To make your voice heard on the legislation discussed in this episode, contact your elected officials through the Military Officers Association of America via the MOAA Take Action Center or share your story with the National Military Family Association.Follow The Spouse Angle on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.

On this episode of Real Money, Real Experts co-hosts Rebecca Wiggins and Dr. Mary Bell Carlson talk with AFC® Meredith Lozar. Meredith has an extensive career working for Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, Blue Star Families, National Military Family Association, and DOD Spouse Education and Career Opportunities. Currently, Meredith is the Director of Military Spouse Programs for Hiring our Heroes, and she is also the president for the AFCPE board of directors.The three discuss the financial impacts the Coronavirus has had on military spouses including a higher unemployment rate, historically lower savings, and childcare challenges. They look at what can be done to help with these issues and how the AFC® designation lends itself to being part of the solution. Show Notes:00:52 Intro Meredith Lozar01:40 COVID's impact on military families04:03 The AFC® as part of the solution05:47 The effect of childcare on military spouse employment08:05 how employment affects self-esteem/financial readiness09:12 US Chamber Foundation Study results10:23 Financially preparing for an emergency 16:35 Importance of volunteerism18:46 Financial Resources for military families20:14 Meredith’s Role as President23:01 Your Two Cents Show Note Links:Hiring our Heroes: https://www.hiringourheroes.org/Military Spouse Road Map: https://www.milspouseroadmap.org/Military Spouse Road Map Research: https://www.milspouseroadmap.org/research/#read-reportGetting the AFC® designation: https://www.afcpe.org/certification/accredited-financial-counselor/FINRA Foundation Military Spouse Fellowship: https://www.afcpe.org/career-and-resource-center/finra-foundation-military-spouse-fellowship/AFCPE Membership: https://www.afcpe.org/membership/Find a financial AFC professional for help: Find an AFC professional: https://www.afcpe.org/find-an-afcpe-certified-professional/Military One Source Financial & Legal Help: https://www.militaryonesource.mil/financial-legal

As a veteran from the marines (thank you for your service), Jennifer commits her work to supporting all branches of veterans from the military who have dedicated their life to creating art. As head of Right Face Productions, she produces short films, acts in sketches, and has begun her dive into modeling. Not to mention her podcasts like Dick Talk and Mimosas, a podcast on sexual wellness and relationship advice, she proves that her capabilities in entertainment are ever growing! ----------- GUEST: Jennifer Brofer | IG: @JenniferBrofer | www.JenniferBrofer.net | FB: Jennifer Brofer CHARITIES FOR VETERANS: Armed Services YMCA of the USA, Bob Woodruff Family Foundation, Fisher House Foundation, Gary Sinise Foundation, Homes for Our Troops, Hope For The Warriors, Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund, K9s For Warriors, Mission Continues, National Military Family Association, Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, Semper Fi & Amercia’s Fund, Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors, Pin Ups For Vets HOST: Chaz Volk | IG, Twitter, FB @MrThriveMedia | Chaz@MrThrive.com ----------- This is a Mr. Thrive Media production. | www.MrThrive.com | email: Chaz@MrThrive.com | Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter: @mrthrivemedia --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/starsoftomorrow/support

In 2016 I had the privilege to join the cast of the third film in Jordan Brady's I am Comic trilogy. Jordan is a commercial director now, and he's a seasoned documentarian, but he's also directed Hollywood features, hosted MTV game shows, and in a lesser known piece of trivia, is the inventor of the phrase "bow chicka bow wow," which was a signature piece in a very successful stand up comedy career. The film I'm in, I Am Battle Comic, looks at what it's like to perform for the United States military overseas. It touts a star studded cast of comedians, much like the previous two films in the trilogy, I Am Road Comic, and the cult classic that started it all, I Am Comic. I Am Comic features interviews with Phyllis Diller, Jeff Foxworthy, Lewis Black, Tim Allen, as well as a host of known and unknown names at the time, and I can't recommend it enough as a primer on stand up comedy beyond what you see in a typical Netflix special. More importantly, Jordan and I have become friends, and his optimistic approach to the world of entertainment is infectious. I sat down with him to find out the stories behind his and how he goes about making things. You can visit Jordan's world of commercial directing at www.CommercialDirectingFilmSchool.com Also, try Jordan's Oso Delicious Hot Sauce.  I personally keep a bottle of each at the house, because the Texan in me loves a little heat.  Visit www.OsoDelicious.org, where $1 from every bottle bought, stolen, or broken goes to the National Military Family Association, another organization I care deeply about. Follow Slade Ham: Twitter: twitter.com/sladeham Instagram: instagram.com/sladeham Facebook: facebook.com/sladeham  YouTube: youtube.com/sladeham

Jenn shares her recent experience as a panelist on Politico’s program “Caring on the Homefront”. On October 17, 2019, Politico hosted a panel discussion on improving policies that could help military/veteran caregivers. Jennifer was joined on the panel by Lisa Pape Deputy Chief Patient Care Services, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Terri Tanielian Senior Behavioral Scientist, RAND Corporation & Fellow, Military Service Initiative, George W. Bush Presidential Center, and Ashish Vaziran Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer, National Military Family Association. #CaringOnTheHomefront #Politico #ThisCaregiverLife --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thiscaregiverlife/message

I was fortunate to shoot with GSD&M Group Creative Director Bill Bayne & his partner, GCD Bill Marceau, for two Hilton brands this summer. Which meant free, yummy breakfast every morning, lobby happy hours, and great creative concepts. We sat down the day after our shoot to talk about how the agency collaborates within its walls, what he looks for in a filmmaker, and the rise of in-house production. Bill's passion for cultivating the best out of an idea & motivating his teams is similar to how we filmmakers attack a project. Shout out to the my wonderful creative team working under the Bills; Alex DiBucci & Kate Griffith, and agency producer Rolando Romero. Thanks for the fun opportunity. Listen to the end of the show to hear Bill's band, The Cold Irons. thanks, Jordan Oso Delicious Hot Sauce sponsors the next Diversity Award, sending a filmmaker from an under-represented population to Commercial Directing Bootcamp. January 18th, 2010. Sign up now. $1 from every bottle of Oso Delicious sold, broken or given away goes to the National Military Family Association. 

Jordan Brady has many years of experience directing commercials. He is also host of the podcast Respect the Process where he interviews film industry professionals. He has created the Oh So Delicious hot sauce that donates a portion of the proceeds to the National Military Family Association to help families reunite after service in the armed forces. Learn more at https://jordanbrady.com/. For a $50 discount of off Jordan's Commercial Directing Bootcamp use the code Powers at checkout. To find out more about Laura and her work please visit her website at www.laurapowers.net. You can also find Laura on twitter @thatlaurapowers, on Facebook @thatlaurapowers, and on instagram at laurapowers44.

Jordan Brady has many years of experience directing commercials. He is also host of the podcast Respect the Process where he interviews film industry professionals. He has created the Oh So Delicious hot sauce that donates a portion of the proceeds to the National Military Family Association to help families reunite after service in the armed forces. Learn more at https://jordanbrady.com/. For a $50 discount of off Jordan's Commercial Directing Bootcamp use the code Powers at checkout. To find out more about Laura and her work please visit her website at www.laurapowers.net. You can also find Laura on twitter @thatlaurapowers, on Facebook @thatlaurapowers, and on instagram at laurapowers44.

The first ever open season for military TRICARE beneficiaries starts Monday. Some advocacy groups fear the options may pigeonhole users into one treatment facility. Federal News Network's Scott Maucione talked with Karen Ruedisueli, the Government Relations Deputy Director for the National Military Family Association, about some of those concerns on Federal Drive with Tom Temin.

Allie Jones, Program Manager with National Military Family Association, has had her fair share of career struggles as a military spouse. Having worked remotely for six years, Allie shares her tips on how to keep a productive and rewarding career while working in a nontraditional setting. Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/milhousingnetwork Follow us on Instagram: @milhousingnetwork Connect with us: www.milhousingnetwork.com Subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/milhousing-nation/id1380968002?mt=2

Kelly Hruska, government relations director, National Military Family Association. @military_family – Instagram: nationalmilitaryfamily Topic: Resources for military families. Issues: National Military Family Association provides resources and support for military families dealing with adoption, deployment, special needs children (and adults), financial challenges, marriage, divorce, employment/career challenges, and much more. Susan Wise Bauer, author of Rethinking School. […] The post National Military Family Association + Rethinking School appeared first on Mr. Dad.

As an Army cadet, Wesley met a good Christian young man who shared his faith and stole her heart. She married Larry Bauguess during her senior year. Upon graduation, they entered the Army and served together as Lieutenants and Captains. The Army life was perfect for this patriotic duo. They had a wonderful marriage for nearly fourteen years and were blessed with two beautiful daughters along the way. Tragedy struck in May 2007, when Larry was killed in action while serving overseas with the 82nd Airborne Division. Wesley and her tiny daughters were at home at Fort Bragg when the notification team delivered the heartbreaking news. How would they ever go on without him? Eventually, Wesley discovered that she already had all the tools she needed. The lessons she learned at church, in the Army and on the golf course had already shaped her character. They had already taught her patience and resilience. Those lessons would serve her well and give her the strength to carry on. This is her story. In 2009, the National Military Family Association recognized her as a Very Important Patriot, an honor only given to five volunteers each year from around the world. You can get your copy of God, Country, Golf: Reflections of an Army Widow, HERE: https://www.amazon.com/God-Country-Golf-Reflections-Widow/dp/1512771392/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1513177381&sr=8-1&keywords=god+country+golf ***A portion of the proceeds will be donated to military charities that support the families of our fallen and wounded service members.*** You can learn more about Folds of Honor, here: https://www.foldsofhonor.org/bauguessfamily/ Support the show (http://www.patreon.com/leahdarrow)

Filmmaker Jordan Brady ("I Am Comic") traveled to Afghanistan to perform stand up comedy for our U.S. Troops and filmed the entire trip. The result is "I Am Battle Comic", a compelling look at the highs and lows facing the men and women in the military, balanced with wonderful laughs the comedians bring. This is the third documentary in his trilogy of films depicting life as a comedian. Back in the States, "I Am Battle Comic" screened in select cities with all proceeds donated to charities helping veterans and our troops. including the National Family Association, Operation Gratitude and Semper Fi Fund. Now available for download, a portion of the film's proceeds go to the National Military Family Association when you use this link. Here’s a few links to help you get the most out of Story Worthy- if you’re listening on an iPhone, all you need to do is tap the cover art while the show is playing, and you’ll see the episode notes, including the links. Please subscribe and join the Story Worthy Facebook page! We’d love to hear from you at info@storyworthypodcast.com or on our survey at wondery.com/survey. Plus, when you go to storyworthypodcast.com you’ll also find special deals courtesy of our sponsors like FabFitFun, Sustain Natural, Hello Fresh, ThirdLove, Casper Mattress, LeTote, and Audible (promo code STORYWORTHY). It’s good karma guys! Oh, and make it a Story Worthy Day!

Filmmaker Jordan Brady ("I Am Comic") traveled to Afghanistan to perform stand up comedy for our U.S. Troops and filmed the entire trip. The result is "I Am Battle Comic", a compelling look at the highs and lows facing the men and women in the military, balanced with wonderful laughs the comedians bring. This is the third documentary in his trilogy of films depicting life as a comedian. Back in the States, "I Am Battle Comic" screened in select cities with all proceeds donated to charities helping veterans and our troops. including the National Family Association, Operation Gratitude and Semper Fi Fund. Now available for download, a portion of the film's proceeds go to the National Military Family Association when you use this link. Here's a few links to help you get the most out of Story Worthy- if you're listening on an iPhone, all you need to do is tap the cover art while the show is playing, and you'll see the episode notes, including the links. Please subscribe and join the Story Worthy Facebook page! We'd love to hear from you at info@storyworthypodcast.com or on our survey at wondery.com/survey. Plus, when you go to storyworthypodcast.com you'll also find special deals courtesy of our sponsors like FabFitFun, Sustain Natural, Hello Fresh, ThirdLove, Casper Mattress, LeTote, and Audible (promo code STORYWORTHY). It's good karma guys! Oh, and make it a Story Worthy Day!Privacy Policy and California Privacy Notice.

The National Military Family Association or NMFA is one of our oldest, most respected military family advocacy and support organizations. Who are they really, and what do they do for us?  Today on Spouse Spouts we are fortunate to have MJ Boice from the communications staff at NMFA on the show, sharing with us what is happening in the military family community. We'll talk about Tricare, education, military children, and more. With so much happening, it's good to know we have friends and allies like NMFA looking out for us.  Join Susan and Dave every Wednesday at 0930 EST for Spouse Spouts. 

A good filmmaker friend, who like me is always shooting and always pitching for the next gig, asked me how I avoid burning out. My answer is simple.. shoot and edit more. But what if you are getting burnt from trying, hitting a wall because you are not shooting or pitching enough? Don't give up... do this. Listen. If you're ever in a bad place, you can always hit me up.  Truly, Jordan You know it's just me today for 8 minutes. August 8th is "I Am Battle Comic" and click and buy from this link and some money goes to National Military Family Association. ! Bootcamp is likely sold out by the time you read this.

Meet Cynthia Giesecke, a shaker and mover in the Army spouse world - and hear about working with the National Military Family Association, Family Readiness Groups, Army Family Team Building, Army Family Action Plan, Volunteer Income Tax Assistance, and a

The World Premiere of "I Am Battle Comic" was a smashing success, thanks to the fine citizens of Detroit. Especially the advertising community, as creatives and producers came out in droves. Huge shout out to Marc Henretta of Jeep, Sterling Doak of Fender and my longtime friend Chuck Meehan for moderating the Q&A. Midday the review came out from Sean L. McCarthy, aka the comics' comic. Read it. Comedians Tammy Pescatelli and Slade Ham, both in the film, showed up to make for a funny Q&A. We raised well over $4,000 for National Military Family Association, with many donations made on the spot. Way to go Detroit! Everything about these theatrical events is here at www.jordanbrady.com. Buy your tickets now. Click here for all screening info. Thank you, Jordan PS Yes indeed you can pre-order the digital download now for just $10 at www.iambattlecomic.com if you please! This episode is 20 minutes.

Davin drives the Rocky Mountains and tries to leave New Mexico, Interview with Joyce Raezer of the National Military Family Association, Disney may have a gay character in Frozen, Comics in the News (Ellen DeGeneres gets sued), Things kids can’t do at school that we could

In this week’s Happy Hour Podcast, join Adrianna and Michelle as they discuss trending stories on NextGen MilSpouse and across social media while Amy Bushatz of Military.com and SpouseBuzz delivers military community and family news you need to know. We’re featuring stories from the National Military Family Association blog, PMQ for Two, and Airing My Laundry […]

Justin Vélez-Hagan (@jvelezhagan)is an economic policy analyst, as well as a policy researcher at the University of Maryland-Baltimore County.  He is also the founder of The National Puerto Rican Chamber of Commerce, has served as an adjunct faculty member in economics, and is the author of The Common Sense behind Basic Economics. Previously, Vélez-Hagan worked as an international developer of assisted living facilities. He also founded D.C. Concrete Technologies, which was a frequent guest on HGTV's Curb Appeal, NBC's House Smarts, and was featured in several national and local magazines and newspapers. Vélez-Hagan is the Advisory Chair for Future Leaders in Policy (FLIP) and serves on the boards of several national organizations such as the National Military Family Association's Technology Advisory Board, The Latino Coalition's National Advisory Board, and the Multicultural Media, Telecom, and Internet Council‘s Telecommunications and Internet Policy Task Force.  Recently, he was appointed to serve on Maryland's GOMA Small Business Advisory Council. Vélez-Hagan received his MBA from Arizona State University and is pursuing his Ph.D. at the University of Maryland-Baltimore County. He is also a combat veteran of Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan. He can be reached at Justin@JustinVH.com, or via Twitter @JVelezHagan. In this episode we discuss: Puerto Rico's economic situation How Puerto Rico's option compare to states Tech entrepreneurship in Puerto Rico Broadband deployment and access in Puerto Rico  

Featuring the Real Story "Homecoming: Chapter 1" and special guests Kimberly Roy, Army Wife; Desiree Snowden, formerly of the Family Readiness Group; Kelly Hruska, National Military Family Association.