A Dependent's Story
05/06/21 • 31 min
As the daughter of a US Army Sergeants Major, Ms. Vel F. Johnson recalls fond memories as a Soldier's daughter. After completing her Associates and Dual Bachelor's Degree, Vel became a successful entrepreneur who still serves Veterans to this day. As the CEO and Founder of Vasaj Communications hear from Vel as she shares her technique for self advocacy. As a scholar and entrepreneur learn about the joy she has found in lifelong learning.
Learn more about her current work below:
- With client Major King Vets What's Next
- Vel's mission and vision
Thank you for listening to Vel's Dependent's Story!
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As the daughter of a US Army Sergeants Major, Ms. Vel F. Johnson recalls fond memories as a Soldier's daughter. After completing her Associates and Dual Bachelor's Degree, Vel became a successful entrepreneur who still serves Veterans to this day. As the CEO and Founder of Vasaj Communications hear from Vel as she shares her technique for self advocacy. As a scholar and entrepreneur learn about the joy she has found in lifelong learning.
Learn more about her current work below:
- With client Major King Vets What's Next
- Vel's mission and vision
Thank you for listening to Vel's Dependent's Story!
See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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Listen to hear their story and how it ultimately impacted mine.
Read correspondence between Mrs. Mary Bethune and President Harry S. Truman that led to the inclusion of Black women in the Officer Corps.
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As a note of respect, I’d like to thank my mother, my sister, and all of the amazing women and military leaders who have shared their journeys with me:
Captain Cynthia L. Turner (US Air Force)
Major Kimberly L. Mallard Brown (US Army)
Commander Melissa R. Troncoso (US Navy)
Major Natasha M. Hinds (US Army Ret)
And all of the gentlemen who have been guests... I thank the women in your lives. Your daughters, wives, and mothers for their support. One team one fight.
I am grateful.
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