Our mission
To protect and enhance the rights, benefits, and quality of life for enlisted Soldiers, Airmen, veterans, retirees, and their families through advocacy, education, and community support
About us
The Anti-lobbying Act (18 USC 1913) restricts the use of Federal funds for grassroots lobbying activities, including direct public contact with Congress regarding legislation or appropriations. Fiscal Law upholds this stance.
We are dedicated to representing our members and to initiating or endorsing legislation that offers additional state-specific benefits.
Our team
Andrew Susanna
President
Susanna brings over a decade of military expertise in force protection, training, and strategic planning to advance service member rights and organizational growth.
Joseph FISHER
Vice President
With 31 years of military service including combat deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, Fisher is dedicated to improving the lives and advocating for the rights of Army and Air Guard members and their families.
JOHN wellington
Resolutions Chair
Kelly indy smith
Awards & Scholarships Chair
jEANNINE MANNARINO
Legislative Chair
Retired Master Sergeant with 24 years of military service and extensive legislative advocacy experience, Mannarino oversees veteran support initiatives across eight states as Area 1 Chair for EANGUS and advancing service member interests through her work on Senator Gillibrand’s Military Academy Selection Committee.
Maurisa MASSIAH
Treasurer
Dedicated military veteran and financial management professional with extensive Air and Army National Guard experience, Massiah brings data-driven leadership and proven program management expertise whilst being committed to advancing service member support through strategic financial stewardship.
our goals
advocate at every level
Whether it be Congress, the Department of Defense, and the Veterans Administration to ensure adequate staffing, competitive pay, robust benefits, and the installations and equipment our members deserve.
Create employment pathways
Unemployed and underemployed members are our priority. Through direct resources and strategic partnerships we work closely to provide adequeste employment solutions.
Build A COALITION OF CORPORATE PARTNERS
Whether it be Congress, the Department of Defense, and the Veterans Administration to ensure adequate staffing, competitive pay, robust benefits, and the installations and equipment our members deserve.
expand educational opportunities
Whether it be Congress, the Department of Defense, and the Veterans Administration to ensure adequate staffing, competitive pay, robust benefits, and the installations and equipment our members deserve.
