In-person
FourBlock & Friends National Capital Region
May 20, 2026 5:00pm - 8:00pm ET
About This Event
Join FourBlock for an exclusive in-person gathering designed specifically for veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses in the National Capital Region. This event brings together professionals, employers, and community leaders from across the greater Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia area to help you build meaningful connections and gain the insights you need to launch or advance your civilian career in one of the most dynamic job markets in the country.
The National Capital Region is home to one of the largest concentrations of federal agencies, defense contractors, technology firms, consulting companies, nonprofits, and policy organizations in the world. Whether your background is in logistics, intelligence, cybersecurity, leadership, communications, or operations, the skills you developed in uniform translate powerfully into the roles that drive this region's economy. This event will help you understand how to articulate that value and connect with the people and organizations that want to hire you.
FourBlock's mission is to empower veterans and military-connected individuals with the career education, professional networks, and community support they need to thrive after service. This National Capital Region meet-up is a direct expression of that mission — a welcoming, high-energy environment where your military experience is seen as an asset and your next career chapter begins to take shape.
What to Expect
Panel Discussion
Hear from veteran professionals and hiring managers working across the National Capital Region's top industries, including federal contracting, cybersecurity, policy, consulting, and nonprofit leadership. Panelists will share their own transition stories and offer candid advice on breaking into the D.C.-area job market.Breakout Sessions
Participate in focused small-group conversations covering resume translation, navigating federal versus private sector opportunities, leveraging your security clearance, and building your personal brand in a competitive market.Networking Opportunities
Connect face-to-face with FourBlock alumni, local employers actively seeking military talent, career coaches, and fellow transitioning veterans who share your goals. Bring your business cards and come ready to make lasting professional relationships.Career Resources
Access on-site information about FourBlock's Career Readiness Program, upcoming cohorts, and tools designed to support every stage of your transition journey.
Who Should Attend?
This event is designed for anyone in the military community who is exploring career opportunities in the National Capital Region or looking to deepen their professional network in one of the most opportunity-rich markets in the United States.
- Transitioning Service Members: If you are within 24 months of separation or retirement and are considering careers in federal agencies, defense contracting, cybersecurity, consulting, or nonprofit work in the D.C. metro area, this event will give you a head start on building the connections and knowledge you need.
- Veterans: Whether you separated recently or years ago and are now looking to pivot, advance, or re-enter the workforce, this meet-up offers valuable insights and a supportive community of professionals who understand your background and want to help you succeed.
- Military Spouses: If you are part of a military family navigating career transitions alongside your service member or pursuing your own professional goals in the National Capital Region, FourBlock welcomes you and has resources tailored to your unique journey.
- Guard and Reserve Members: If you are balancing civilian employment with continued service and looking to grow your career in the D.C. area, this event is a valuable opportunity to expand your network and explore new possibilities.
Explore Career Paths In:
- Federal Agency Program Management and Administration
- Defense Contracting and Government Acquisition
- Cybersecurity and Information Assurance
- Intelligence Analysis and National Security Consulting
- Policy Analysis and Legislative Affairs
- Management and Strategy Consulting
- Nonprofit Leadership and Veteran Services Administration
- Information Technology and Systems Integration
- Logistics and Supply Chain Management
- Human Resources and Talent Acquisition
- Communications, Public Affairs, and Government Relations
- Project and Operations Management
What You'll Get
- Access to CareerFlow AI Tools: As a FourBlock community member, you will receive access to CareerFlow AI-powered career tools to help you optimize your resume, craft targeted cover letters, and identify job opportunities that align with your military experience and career goals in the National Capital Region.
- Post-Event Resources and Follow-Up: Attendees will receive curated resources after the event, including employer contacts, job search guides specific to the D.C. metro market, and information on how to enroll in FourBlock's Career Readiness Program cohorts launching in the region.
- A Powerful Professional Network: Walk away with real connections — not just LinkedIn requests. The relationships you build at this event with FourBlock alumni, corporate partners, and fellow veterans can open doors to opportunities that never get posted publicly.
- Ongoing Community Support: Becoming part of the FourBlock National Capital Region community means you have access to a long-term support system of veterans and allies committed to each other's success, long after the event ends.
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