About this Event
Are you thinking about separating from the military?
If so, you may have questions about your earned benefits and other services available to you with the California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet). Register for CalVet's California Transition Assistance Program (CalTAP) briefing to learn more.
This event will be in person at the Military and Family Readiness Center and is open to all service members, veterans, and their family members.
In partnership with CalTAP, various speakers will provide a wealth of information to help navigate your transition to civilian life.
Agenda
09:00 a.m. - Welcome
09:15 a.m. - Local Interagency Network Coordinator (LINC)
09:20 a.m. - County Veterans Service Office (CVSO)
09:40 a.m. - Home Loans
10:10 a.m. - Entrepreneurship
10:30 a.m. - Break
10:45 a.m. - Employment
11:15 p.m. - Education
11:45 p.m. - Higher Education
12:00 p.m. - Questions & Answers
Below you will find more information about our guest speakers
Sean Campbell, Training Coordinator
CalVet, CalTAP
Sean Campbell was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and enjoyed traveling with family during his youth. Moving to the Sacramento Valley allowed Sean to develop a love for California. He graduated from Sacramento High School and then joined the Navy as a Hospital Corpsman.
Seven years of active duty allowed Sean to serve in numerous locations. Sean loved the Navy, travelled on ships, worked in hospitals, and visited various places around the world. His most exciting experiences were found living with 3rd Battalion, 7th Marines and working as their infantry medic. Being a member of the Navy/Marine Corps team provided unique opportunities for growth. He used these to complete his bachelor degree in Criminal Justice and earn the rank of E5.
Leaving active duty permitted Sean to transition his medical training into the security industry. He worked for an armed response security team evolving from a dispatcher, to a patrolman, and then became a team leader. Continuing his growth, Sean finished his Master Degree in Adult Education and ran a training department. Sean has earned instructor licenses in various curriculum from the American Heart Association, NRA, Taser, and the State of California.
“I have been given a rare chance to repay all the compassion, comradery, and campaign moments shared during my enlistment. I am honored by the opportunity to work with our CalTAP family as we empower service members, veterans, and their families.”
Annette Wholaver, Central Valley LINC CalVet Annette Wholaver is an United States Army veteran, who served in the Army security agency, field station in West Berlin from 1975-1978. She trained as an Electronic Intelligence Analyst, Annette also worked with allied forces to coordinate and communicate highly classified intel to the United States intelligence community.
Following her military service, Annette used her GI Bill and obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from California State University, Fresno. Annette was a retail executive and served as the Director of Price Management for Gottschalks department stores.
Annette was one of the initial staff hired for Operation Welcome Home at the Employment Development Department (EDD). Later, she became an EDD Veterans Representative for eight years.
Annette currently works for CalVet serving eight counties, from Stanislaus to Kern and is stationed at the Fresno County Veterans Service Office. As a LINC, Annette connects service members, veterans, and their families to their state and federal benefits.
Brad Pedersen, Home Loans
CalVet
Brad is the Communications Officer for the CalVet Home Loan department. His firsthand experience of over 35 years selling Real Estate combined with his 24 years of loan originations uniquely qualifies him to serve the needs of the military community.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
824 Hancock Cir, 824 Hancock Circle, Lemoore, United States
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