Tickets are selling fast for August 23 San Diego Military Summit

This year’s San Diego Military Summit will bring together the military and business communities at Admiral Baker Clubhouse on Wednesday, August 23rd. The full day event will feature five panel discussions with influential industry leaders, dozens of exhibitors, and vital opportunities for networking and professional development.  
 

The event will be kicked off with a welcoming address by Captain Dwight “Woody” Clemons, Chief of Staff for Navy Region Southwest. A 1996 graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy and Naval Aviator with over 2,600 flight hours and 650 carrier arrested landings, Captain Clemons will set the tone for the Summit, bringing his wealth of experience and leadership to inspire and motivate attendees. 
 

Keynote will be delivered by Brett E. Crozier, Captain, USN, Retired. In 2020, as the Commanding Officer of the deployed aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) during the outbreak of the global pandemic, CAPT Crozier had a unique firsthand view, and experience, with leadership and decision making in a high stakes, high risk, high visibility, and highly contentious environment. Brett became an overnight globally known name for his efforts to care for his crew, under the most extreme circumstances, while facing unprecedented challenges and headwinds in all directions, culminating with his public relief of Command by then-Acting Secretary of the Navy, Thomas Modly. In a historic moment and remarkable display of gratitude, Crozier’s crew applauded and chanted for him during his removal from the ship. During his keynote address, Crozier will reflect on his experience and share his personal journey and insights which led to his bestselling book, Surf When You Can: Lessons in Life, Loyalty, and Leadership. 
 

After listening to Clemons’ and Crozier’s inspiring speeches, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a valuable LinkedIn workshop hosted by Chris Thorne, a Navy veteran and the Chief Executive Officer of North San Diego Business Chamber. Throughout the interactive workshop, Thorne will demonstrate how attendees can leverage social media in their networking, personal branding, and overall online presence. 
 

1. The Importance of Networking and How to Do It (Virtual and Live) with expert panelists: 

• Sarah Bowen, Chapter President - Gary Sinise Foundation San Diego 
• Wendy DeCesare, Business Development & Partnership Manager - Hire Heroes USA 

• Natahlie Halcrow, Owner - GearBox Websites 
• Brent Ringoot, Realtor - Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties 
• MODERATOR - Mike Ragsdale, Board Member - Gary Sinise Foundation San Diego 

2. Translating Military Skills to Civilian Workforce with industry leaders: 

• Amy Forsythe, Public Affairs Officer - US Marine Corps/US Navy 
• Meg O'Grady, Senior Vice President, Military & Government Affairs - National University 
• Pete Sciabarra, Senior Director of Employment Services - The Arc of San Diego 
• Tony Teravainen, CEO & Co-Founder - Support the Enlisted Project (STEP) 

• MODERATOR - Todd Yates, Area Manager West - Hire Heroes USA 

3.  Insights Into How a Company Hires with business leaders: 

• Tim Brison, Retired Executive - Sony Electronics Inc. 

• Randy Lange, Chief Executive Officer - Firebird AST 

• Priscilla Zuniga, Project Director - Equus Workforce Solutions 

• MODERATOR - Sarah Hassaine, Head of D&I - ResMed 

4.  Leadership and Communication in the Civilian World with expert panelists: 

• Jose Hernandez, Deputy Project Director - Equus Workforce Solutions 

• Christopher Lycett, Vice President San Diego Market - Mechanics Bank 

• Leah Sicat, Global Head of Employee Impact and Regional Community Engagement - ASML 

• Kandi Tillman, Managing Co-Founder - 50strong 

• MODERATOR - Leila Naderi, Associate Director of Employer Relations - University of San Diego 

5. Your Resource Roadmap - Strategies for Success with influential leaders: 

• Lynn Bigsby, Employer Relations Liaison - MiraCosta College 

• Timothy Mathues, Veteran Outreach Coordinator - County of San Diego, Office of Military & Veterans Affairs 

• Valerie Tay, Holistic Health Practitioner - Willow System Int’l 

• Stephanie Whittenberg, Underwriting Support Manager - Residential Wholesale Mortgage 

• MODERATOR - Laura Bashore, CEO/Executive Coach - Anew Resume and Career Services