VetsinTech

This week in Sacramento, the VetsinTech community came together for a soft launch meetup at Urban Roots Brewery & Smokehouse. Veterans, military spouses, and partners from across the region gathered to connect, share their tech journeys, and learn more about the resources VIT provides across education, employment, and entrepreneurship. A big thank you to Sacramento Chapter Lead Daryl L. for organizing and hosting this first gathering. The energy and engagement from the local community made it a strong start as the chapter begins to take shape. We’re looking forward to seeing the Sacramento community continue to grow with more meetups and new opportunities ahead. Chapter information: https://lnkd.in/eNghud8z cc: Katherine Webster, 🌍 Ikram Mansori, Johanna Tillman, Oliver Muoto, Cami Hough, Michael Pett, Craig Newmark

Grateful to see VetsinTech and our partner DraftKings Inc. featured in a recent Fox News Media piece highlighting the impact of their long-standing support for veterans, military spouses, and survivors. The article captures what our community experiences firsthand - meaningful opportunities, real career pathways in cybersecurity and tech, and moments of recognition that remind our veterans that their service continues to matter. DraftKings Inc. has helped train more than 1,200 members of our community and has contributed over $3M since 2018 to expand access to high-demand tech skills. Honoring veterans on the field is powerful. Helping them build stable, long-term careers is even more so. Appreciative of partners like DraftKings Inc. who stay committed to both. Article: https://lnkd.in/euFQQWth cc: Katherine Webster, 🌍 Ikram Mansori, Oliver Muoto, Cami Hough, Michael Pett, Johanna Tillman, Craig Newmark, Jason Robins, Katy Spriano, Jared Hess, Elizabeth Leykin... #draftkings #vetsintech #VIT #foxnews #veterans #milspouse

A quick reminder that the VetsinTech Virtual Employer Meetup is happening on December 3rd! This event is your chance to connect directly with mentors, hiring managers, and recruiters from some of the top technology companies. The focus this time is on LinkedIn Resume & Profile Reviews - plus an inside look at how to use Oplign to match your skills with the right career opportunities. 🎄And because it’s the season of giving... don’t miss our Holiday Santa Raffle! Fabulous prizes donated by our employer partners could be yours. 📅 When: Wed, Dec 3 | 2:00 – 3:30 PM PT 📍 RSVP: https://lnkd.in/e2amDmde This is the perfect opportunity to strengthen your professional profile, expand your network, and take a big step toward your next career move. cc: Katherine Webster, 🌍 Ikram Mansori, Oliver Muoto, Johanna Tillman, Michael Pett, Cami Hough, Craig Newmark #Veterans #MilitarySpouses #LinkedIn #EmployerMeetup #Jobs #Oplign

We're excited to see our VetsinTech community growing stronger with chapter meetups happening across the country. Join fellow veterans in tech at these upcoming events: Sacramento - 11/18: https://lnkd.in/eJVykTDW Dallas - 11/19: https://lnkd.in/ee_XzSd6 New Mexico - 11/20: https://lnkd.in/gXGFdU3T Salt Lake City - 12/2: https://lnkd.in/eDUh3PqG Boston - 12/4: https://lnkd.in/eNKy6QtW These meetups are perfect opportunities to network with peers, share experiences, and strengthen the veteran tech community in your area. Also, join us for our VetsinTech Employer Virtual Meetup on Tuesday, December 3, 2025. This event offers a chance to connect directly with mentors, hiring managers, and recruiters from some of the top technology companies. The focus this time is on LinkedIn resume and profile reviews. Register: https://lnkd.in/e2amDmde Katherine Webster, 🌍 Ikram Mansori, Oliver Muoto, Michael Pett, Johanna Tillman, Cami Hough #VetsinTech #Veterans #Chapters #VIT

Join the VetsinTech Miami Chapter for an afternoon of connection, conversation, and entrepreneurship. Join us at Miami City Hall for From Boots to Business: Lacing Up for Success - a special event celebrating veteran innovation and the journey from service to startup. Hosted by the City of Miami Department of Economic Innovation & Development and welcomed by District 2 Commissioner Damian Pardo, the afternoon will feature veteran founders, tech innovators, and business leaders sharing how they’ve built successful ventures after military service. VIT Miami Chapter Leader Charles Masters Rodriguez will be a featured panelist in “The Journey - From Service to Startup.” Date: Thursday, November 13, 2025 Time: 2:45 – 5:40 PM ET Location: Miami City Hall, 3500 Pan American Dr, Miami, FL 33133 Registration: https://lnkd.in/ei-6Aw3F Networking reception to follow. Katherine Webster, 🌍 Ikram Mansori, Oliver Muoto, Johanna Tillman, Cami Hough, Craig Newmark...

🌟 Happening Tomorrow! 🌟 The VetsinTech Miami Chapter & the @City of Miami Department of Economic Innovation & Development are hosting the Chapter Meetup: “From Boots to Business” — and you’re invited! 🗓 Date: Thursday, November 13 📍 Location: Miami 🎙 Featured Panelist: Charles Masters Rodriguez, VIT Miami Chapter Leader — sharing his inspiring journey from service to entrepreneurship. 🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/ehXy7KeT This incredible event brings together veterans, entrepreneurs, and business professionals to: ✅ Connect with the Miami veteran and innovation community ✅ Gain real-world insights from those who’ve transitioned from military to business leadership ✅ Build meaningful relationships and discover new opportunities Join us for an evening of connection, inspiration, and empowerment — from boots to business. 👥💼🔥 #VetsinTech #CityOfMiami #FromBootsToBusiness #VeteranEntrepreneurs #VeteransInTransition #Leadership #Networking #MiamiEvents #MiamiBusiness Katherine Webster, 🌍 Ikram Mansori, Oliver Muoto, Michael Pett, Johanna Tillman, Steve Marlow, Brion Lentell

VetsinTech is proud to partner with DraftKings Inc. through its S.E.R.V.E.S. initiative - an enduring collaboration that's empowered thousands of veterans and military spouses to build meaningful careers in tech. The recent Thursday Night Football feature highlights some of VetsinTech graduates from this much-needed program and is a powerful reminder of what’s possible when commitment meets opportunity! Thanks again DraftKings Inc. for you continued support over the years, together we are changing lives. Katherine Webster, Jason Robins, 🌍 Ikram Mansori, Oliver Muoto, Michael Pett, Johanna Tillman, Katy Spriano, Jared Hess, Elizabeth Leykin, ... #draftkings #veterans #education #SERVES

Honored to celebrate Veterans Day and proud to see this launch from OpenAI supporting our veteran community. As a veteran and someone deeply invested in empowering those transitioning from military to tech careers, I love seeing initiatives like this. It offers a free year of ChatGPT Plus to U.S. service members and veterans within their first year after separation. Tools like ChatGPT can be transformative for career transitions, entrepreneurship, and learning new skills. It is powerful to see veterans shaping solutions that help others succeed. Happy Veterans Day to all who have served and continue to lead, build, and inspire. 🇺🇸 Vikki L. VetsinTech Katherine Webster Craig Newmark #VeteransDay #OpenAI #VetsInTech #VeteransInTech

Congratulations to this year's VetsinTech Annual Award recipients! The Education Partner of the Year award goes to Adobe, recognized for its deep commitment to veteran education and digital skills training through the Veterans Employee Network (VEN) and the VetsinTech Academy. Adobe’s partnership has expanded access to creative and technical training programs, including 500 scholarships through the Adobe Digital Academy, helping veterans and military spouses build sustainable tech careers. The award was received on behalf of Adobe by Julia Tian. cc: Katherine Webster, 🌍 Ikram Mansori, Oliver Muoto, Craig Newmark, Michael Pett, Johanna Tillman, Cami Hough.. #Vetsintech #Gala #VITGala2025 #Awards #Education

On this Veterans Day, we pause to honor the extraordinary courage, sacrifice, and unwavering dedication of our nation's veterans and military spouses. Today, we celebrate not only their service to our country, but also the incredible resilience they demonstrate as they transition into civilian life and forge new paths forward. At VetsinTech, we are deeply inspired by these remarkable individuals and remain committed to supporting their success in the technology sector. Through our focus on education, employment, and entrepreneurship, we're creating meaningful pathways for veterans and military spouses to build thriving careers in tech. None of this would be possible without our valued partners - DraftKings Inc., Adobe Foundation, J.P. Morgan, and Craig Newmark Philanthropies. Their steadfast support empowers us to expand our reach and create tangible opportunities for the military community we're privileged to serve. We're grateful for their partnership and the profound impact it has on veterans and their families. To all who have served: Thank you. Your sacrifice matters. Happy Veterans Day. cc: Katherine Webster, 🌍 Ikram Mansori, Oliver Muoto, Johanna Tillman, Dave Burlin, Craig Newmark, Michael Pett, Cami Hough, Steve Marlow, Brion Lentell #VeteransDay #Veterans #VIT #Milspouses #Service #Honor