Virtual
FourBlock Military Spouse Graduation & Employer Meet and Greet
April 15, 2026 11:00am - 1:00pm ET
About This Event
This special virtual celebration marks the graduation of FourBlock's Military Spouse cohort — a dedicated group of spouses who have invested in building the skills, confidence, and professional network needed to launch or advance meaningful careers. FourBlock is proud to recognize their commitment and connect them directly with leading employers who understand the unique value military spouses bring to the workforce: adaptability, resilience, cross-functional experience, and an unmatched work ethic forged through the demands of military life.
The Military Spouse Employer Meet and Greet is designed to bridge the gap between talented, career-ready military spouses and top companies actively seeking diverse, mission-driven talent. Representatives from organizations including Leidos, Wells Fargo, L'Oreal, T-Mobile, and USAA will be on hand to share insights about their cultures, open opportunities, and what it truly looks like to build a sustainable career while navigating the unique challenges of a military lifestyle — including frequent relocations and deployment cycles.
FourBlock's mission is to empower veterans and military families to pursue purposeful careers, and this event embodies that mission at its fullest. Whether you are entering the workforce for the first time, returning after a career gap, or looking to transition into a new industry, this graduation and networking event is your opportunity to take the next confident step surrounded by a community that is rooting for your success.
What to Expect
- Graduation Ceremony: A meaningful recognition of the military spouse cohort members who have completed the FourBlock Career Readiness Program, celebrating their hard work and professional growth.
- Employer Panel Discussion: Hear directly from hiring managers and senior leaders at Leidos, Wells Fargo, L'Oreal, T-Mobile, USAA, and more as they discuss what they look for in candidates, how they support military spouse employees, and the opportunities available at their organizations.
- Virtual Networking and Employer Meet and Greet: Connect one-on-one or in small groups with employer representatives in a relaxed virtual setting, ask questions, and make a memorable first impression with companies that are actively hiring.
- Career Readiness Insights: Gain practical advice on resume presentation, personal branding, and navigating the job search as a military spouse from program leaders and industry professionals.
- Community Celebration: Join fellow graduates, FourBlock staff, and supporters in honoring the cohort's achievements and welcoming them into a growing network of empowered military family members in the workforce.
Who Should Attend?
This event is open to and designed for the following members of the military community:
- Military Spouse Graduates: Members of the current FourBlock Military Spouse cohort who are completing the Career Readiness Program and are ready to meet employers and explore next steps in their professional journey.
- Military Spouses Exploring Career Opportunities: Partners of active duty service members, veterans, or National Guard and Reserve members who are seeking employment, re-entering the workforce after a gap, or looking to pivot into a new field with supportive employers.
- Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Those who are navigating their own career transition and want to connect with veteran-friendly employers across sectors including technology, finance, retail, defense, and telecommunications.
- Military Spouses Interested in Remote or Portable Careers: Individuals who need career opportunities that can flex with PCS moves or deployments and want to learn how companies like T-Mobile, USAA, and L'Oreal support remote and location-flexible roles.
- Anyone Passionate About Supporting Military Families: Advocates, mentors, and professionals interested in learning how FourBlock is making a difference for military spouses across the country.
Explore Career Paths In:
- Human Resources and Talent Acquisition: Recruiting, HR business partnering, workforce planning, and military hiring program management — roles actively represented by panelists from T-Mobile and L'Oreal.
- Financial Services and Banking: Business execution consulting, client advising, operations analysis, and compliance roles within institutions like Wells Fargo and USAA that actively recruit military-connected talent.
- Supply Chain and Operations Management: Logistics coordination, vendor management, supply chain integration, and project operations — areas with strong demand and direct connections to military experience.
- Technology and Defense Contracting: Program support, systems analysis, project coordination, and technical operations roles at defense-adjacent companies like Leidos.
- Corporate Social Responsibility and Nonprofit Program Management: Roles focused on impact measurement, community partnerships, and mission-driven program delivery, as exemplified by FourBlock's own team.
- Marketing, Brand, and Communications: Content strategy, brand management, knowledge management, and internal communications — career paths well-suited to military spouses with strong organizational and storytelling skills.
- Strategic Partnerships and Business Development: Identifying and managing relationships with corporate and community partners, a field with growing demand across industries including nonprofit, tech, and financial services.
- Customer Experience and Client Relations: Account management, customer success, and client-facing roles at companies like T-Mobile and USAA that value service-oriented professionals.
- Project and Program Management: Coordinating complex initiatives across teams and timelines — a natural fit for military spouses who have managed logistics, community programs, or family operations at the enterprise level.
- Healthcare and Wellness Administration: Administrative, coordination, and support roles within healthcare systems that recognize the transferable skills of military-connected applicants.
What You'll Get
- Access to CareerFlow AI Tools: As part of the FourBlock community, attendees have access to CareerFlow — an AI-powered platform to help you refine your resume, optimize your LinkedIn profile, and prepare for interviews with employers who are at this very event.
- Direct Employer Connections: Leave this event with real relationships — not just business cards. Engage with hiring managers and senior leaders from Leidos, Wells Fargo, L'Oreal, T-Mobile, USAA, and FourBlock who are here specifically to meet you and explore potential opportunities.
- Post-Event Resources and Follow-Up Support: Receive curated follow-up materials including employer career pages, job posting links, and guidance on next steps in your job search from the FourBlock team after the event concludes.
- A Lasting Community: Gain access to FourBlock's growing network of military spouses, veterans, and veteran-friendly employers — a community built on shared values, mutual support, and a commitment to helping every military family member find purpose-driven work.
Participating Companies
Speakers
Alex Verhulst
Leidos
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Ashley Owens
VP, Program Operations
FourBlock
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EJ O'Brien
Chief of Programs & Impact Officer
FourBlock
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Gary Guzman
SVP, Strategic Partnerships
FourBlock
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Kelley Biskupiak
Co-founder, Prepare To Launch U
Prepare To Launch U
LinkedIn
McKesson
McKesson
Susan Rietano Davey
Co-founder, Prepare To Launch U
Prepare To Launch U
LinkedIn
Walmart
Walmart
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