San Diego Military and Veterans In Transition
Congressman Liccardo would like to hear your perspective!
Events, Strategy, and Next Steps
Education, Employment, Entrepreneurship, & Transition Events for Veterans, Military, Guard, Reserves, & Families (VMGRF)
From Boots to Business & Beyond – Your Future Starts Here!
Greetings! This week brings fresh opportunities to build momentum toward your next mission.
Whether you are exploring education, employment, entrepreneurship, or a clearer transition strategy, now is the time to stay connected and take action. From the Water Conference and REBOOT Lite Workshop to WEEKLY MUSTER and upcoming hiring and networking events, there are multiple ways to strengthen your plan and expand your network.
Here’s what’s happening now:
- April 6–9: WCW26 Water Conference (7 April Special Veteran Networking - 4 - 7p)
- April 8–10: REBOOT Lite Workshop
- April 11: WEEKLY MUSTER
Coming up next:
- April 15: Veteran Beer Club
- April 16: STARR REBOOT Seminar
- April 16: VECA Coffee Connect
- April 16: VEC 2026 Job & Resource Fair
- April 17: NAVNET Networking Breakfast
- April 18: WEEKLY MUSTER
- April 22: SDMAC Breakfast
- April 25: WEEKLY MUSTER
- April 28: MilitaryX / JobFairX San Diego Virtual Job Fair
- April 29: Operation Connect Workshop
As we often remind our community: a résumé is not a plan (read the full article in San Diego Veterans Magazine).
Real transition success comes from pairing preparation with a clear, personalized strategy.
That is why VeteranMatch and SpouseMatch matter. Using predictive analytics, they help veterans and spouses identify right-fit opportunities that can reduce time to hire, improve retention, and support long-term career growth.
This is your season to move forward with confidence. Stay encouraged, stay engaged, and keep building the future you deserve.
Call to Action:
Register for an event, share this email with someone in transition, and take one intentional step this week toward your next chapter.
UPCOMING EVENTS & OPPPORTUNITIES:
6-9 April, 9a - 4p - WCW26 Water Conference - Town and County, Mission Valley
8-10 April, 9a - 4p - REBOOT Lite Workshop - Southeast Livewell Center
11 April, 11a - 12p - WEEKLY MUSTER Online via Zoom
15 April, 5:30p - 7:30p - Veteran Beer Club - University of California San Diego
16 April, 8a - 4p - STARR REBOOT Seminar - USS Midway Museum
16 April, 9 - 11a - VECA Coffee Connect - Santee VFW
16 April, 11a - 2p - VEC 2026 Job & Resource Fair - Miramar College, San Diego
17 April, 7 - 8a PT - NAVNET Networking Breakfast: Admiral Baker Clubhouse 💵
18 April, 11a - 12p - WEEKLY MUSTER Online via Zoom
22 April, 7 - 9a - SDMAC Monthly Breakfast - The Bay View Restaurant, MCRD💵
25 April, 11a - 12p - WEEKLY MUSTER Online via Zoom
28 April, 11a - MilitaryX / JobFairX San Diego Virtual Job Fair - Online
29 April, 9a - 3:30p - Operation Connect Workshop - Hilton Garden Inn Rancho Bernardo
*VMGRS = Veterans, Military, Guard, Reserves, & Spouses
CONGRESSMAN SAM LICCARDO Military “Meet and Greet” & Lunch
Congressman Liccardo would like to hear your perspective!
Monday, April 13, 2026
- 1130 doors open
- 1145 – 1215 Complimentary Box Lunch
- 1215 – 1330 “Meet and Greet”
Auditorium, 63rd Readiness Division, Moffet Field 230 R T Jones Rd, Mountain View, CA 94043
Military Personnel (including Reserves, Retired and Former) are encouraged to bring civilian guests. ID Required for Entrance. ALL attendees must RSVP here: https://evite.me/VdbtYFgyxr If you have any questions, please contact Tim Henderson, VP of MOAA-SVC. tim@cypress-re.com 669.222.0950
Veterans Health Assistance Expo
Hey Monterey Veterans! You're invited to get assistance enrolling in VA health care and accessing th
- Concerns about your toxic exposure while in service?
- Hang out with Veterans and enjoy a free meal together.
- Need help applying for a Veteran ID card?
- Ready to enroll in VA health care?
- Want to connect with resources available in your community?
This is an exclusive event for Veterans and their families in the Monterey County area. Don't miss this opportunity to access the benefits you've earned. Just show up on Saturday, April 11, 2026 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
Event Location:
General Stilwell Community Center
4260 Gigling Rd.
Seaside, CA 93955
Free for Veterans.
Evening with a Hero Capt. Royce Williams Gala Event
Capitol Advocacy Day / California State Commanders Veterans
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Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Capitol Advocacy Day / California State Commanders Veterans Council (CSCVC) Meeting
This is an opportunity for veterans to visit state legislators and their staff to advocate and educate on important veterans’ issues. Please wear your hats and/or other organizational clothing!
March Fong Eu Secretary of State Building, 1500 11th St, Sacramento, CA 95814
(Entrance on the south/west corner of 11th and O streets). 1st Floor Auditorium
Must show driver’s license or CA ID card to enter
Must RSVP to attend - RSVP: Dana Nichol, danan@water-warrior.com
Parking:
• DGS Public Garage, 1500 10th St. 200 yards from event.
Wednesday rate $8.00 (if in before 8:30 AM)
• Capitol Garage, 915 L Street (10th and L streets). 0.43 miles from event.
Entrance on 10 Street, which is one-way going north
Weekday rates (6 a.m. to 5 p.m.): $1.50 each half hour or fraction thereof; $30.00 daily maximum
• Must RSVP to attend, seating is limited.
• Open to the first 45 veterans to rsvp.
• Attendance for this event is limited to 45 people because of the afternoon meeting room’s seating limit.
• If you later need to cancel, please let Dana Nichol know so there is room for another veteran.
• There is no cost to attend this event
• Coffee, water, and pastries available in morning and buffet lunch provided.
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Evening with a Hero Black Tie Event
Evening with a Hero: Capt. Royce Williams, USN, Medal of Honor Recipient
A black-tie tribute honoring Medal of Honor recipient Capt. Royce Williams, USN, on his 101st birthday during our nation’s 250th anniversary year.
· Date: May 10th , 5:00 PM
· Location: USS Midway, San Diego, CA.
Evening with a Hero Capt. Royce Williams Gala Event
CalVet Tribal Veterans Mental Health Summit
Evening with a Hero: Capt. Royce Williams, USN, Medal of Honor Recipient
May 13-14
Sycuan Casino and Resort, 5469 Casino Way, El Cajon, CA 92019
This Summit is a "two-day gathering is dedicated to honoring Native American veterans and advancing suicide prevention through culturally grounded lethal means safety strategies. The summit will bring together Tribal leaders, veterans, mental health professionals, service providers, and state partners to create space for shared learning, truth-telling, and meaningful collaboration rooted in cultural understanding."
Evening with a Hero Capt. Royce Williams Gala Event
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