Fireside Chat
Thursday
Oct 23, 2025
3:15pm
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3:45pm
Join two of the military community's most influential leaders for an unprecedented conversation about leadership, legacy, and the evolving landscape of military service and veteran advocacy.
Carol Whitmore made history as the first woman to lead the Veterans of Foreign Wars in its 125-year history as National Commander, breaking one of the most significant barriers in veteran service organizations. The Honorable Patrick Murphy is a former Congressman, Iraq War veteran, and served as the Under Secretary of the Army, making him the highest-ranking veteran and Army civilian.
Both leaders bring unique insights into what it means to represent service members and veterans at the highest levels—from the Pentagon to VFW posts across America. Their perspectives span active duty leadership, post-service advocacy, and high-level government reform, offering a comprehensive view of military leadership's past, present, and future.

