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MCON2024 What a weekend! It was such a great time connecting with old and new friends in the Veteran community and celebrating military culture. Veteran Benefits Guide kicked off on Friday at the Military Impact Summit with a panel discussion on the importance of education among Veterans which included Brandon Nivens, Wesley DeMauro, and Roger Loesch with Lisa K. moderating. Panelists spoke about intersectionality among resource groups, what measures they have seen effective in Veterans education in their organization, and how fear, pride, and guilt often prevent us from pursuing the benefits we are entitled to. Things did not slow down on Saturday with VBG’s field pub exhibit providing a destination for attendees to grab a cold one on us, relax, experience the comradery and culture, and enjoy the festivities all weekend! Saturday was again filled with impactful speakers and incredible insights which led into our next panel discussion, Trailblazing Women Veterans: Redefining What’s Possible. Lisa K. led the discussion as we heard about the journey of each of these amazing women. Ikram Mansori spoke about finding your tribe and meeting your career at the intersection of everything that drives you. Jennifer Marshall talked about how your journey may not always take the steps you had invisioned and that hearing a “no” is not ultimate and final. Amy Forsythe reinforced this sentiment adding how important it is not to take no for an answer in your career and to find other avenues to your end goal when obstacles are placed in your path. Sunday had no shortage of important messages and continued the celebration until exhibit close! A huge thank you to MCON, all of the speakers, fellow sponsors and vendors, and everyone who helped support this incredible weekend. #MCON #VBGforVets #Military #Veteran #Community
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