AUSA ‘Right Arm Night’ @ The Club

The event, which begins at 5:30 p.m., is sponsored by the local chapter of AUSA, the Association of the United States Army. The local Captain Meriwether Lewis Chapter is teaming up with AUSA Young Professional in organizing this free event featuring two local speakers:
- Matthew Griffin — a U.S. military academy graduate and former Army Ranger who was deployed four times to Iraq and Afghanistan. He planned and participated in over 100 special operations between 2003 and 2005. After witnessing the positive effects of economic growth in conflict areas Griff co-founded Combat Flip Flops with a fellow Ranger and began the mission of manufacturing peace through trade. Hear his compelling story on Tedx Talks Here.
- Justin Stiefel — founder of Heritage Distilling Company in Gig Harbor. Hear a story of passion and determination from this business entrepreneur who founded the most awarded craft distillery in North America.
All are welcome to AUSA’s Right Arm Night ~ Oct. 20, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at The Club @ the Boatyard ~ Please RSVP to John Guardia at: jguardia@ft.newyorklife.com
Since 1950, the Association of the United States Army has worked to support all aspects of national security while advancing the interests of America’s Army and the men and women who serve. As the premier voice for America’s soldiers, the organization is a dedicated team “committed to building the best professional and representative association for the world’s best Army,” says its website.
AUSA – Voice for the Army, Support for the Soldier
AUSA represents every American soldier by:
- Being the voice for all components of America’s Army
- Fostering public support of the Army’s role in national security
- Providing professional education and information programs
“The Association of the United States Army is the association for young professionals and emerging leaders who are soldiers, veterans, family members, government civilians or supporters of the U.S. Army, and who are in search of professional development and networking opportunities,” continues the AUSA YP website.
Come to Right Arm Night at The Club @ the Boatyard and see how you can help make a difference.
[…] Right Arm Night is open to all, so plan on attending this enlightening evening at Gig Harbor Marina & Boatyard. Enjoy appetizers and beverages while networking with those who have served in the military. Hear dynamic speakers and learn how you can make a difference in the lives of servicemen and women and their families. AUSA is a private, non-profit educational organization that supports America’s Army – regular Army, National Guard, Reserve, retirees, government civilians, Wounded Warriors, veterans, concerned citizens and family members. AUSA provides numerous professional development opportunities to transitioning service personnel at a variety of events both local and national. Read more about the event at Right Arm Night. […]