In-person
FourBlock & Friends National Capital Region hosted by AWS
August 27, 2026 5:00pm - 7:00pm ET
About This Event
Join FourBlock and our valued partners for an exclusive in-person networking event in the National Capital Region, proudly hosted by Amazon Web Services (AWS). This event brings together transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses for a meaningful evening of connection, conversation, and career exploration within one of the most dynamic and fast-growing sectors in the global economy — cloud computing and technology.
The technology industry, and cloud computing in particular, presents an extraordinary opportunity for the military community. The leadership, discipline, systems thinking, and mission-driven mindset that veterans bring to the civilian workforce are precisely the qualities that top technology employers like AWS actively seek. Whether you have a technical background or are exploring how your operational and administrative skills translate into tech roles, this event will help you understand where you fit and how to take the next step.
FourBlock's mission is to empower veterans and military spouses with the skills, network, and confidence needed to launch meaningful careers. This FourBlock & Friends event is a direct extension of that mission — bringing our community face to face with professionals and peers who understand the journey and are ready to help you navigate it.
What to Expect
Professional Networking
Connect in person with AWS employees, technology industry professionals, FourBlock alumni, and fellow transitioning veterans and military spouses. Build relationships that go beyond a LinkedIn request.
Industry Insights
Gain firsthand perspective on what it is like to work in cloud technology and the broader tech sector, including what hiring managers are looking for and how military experience translates on the job.
Career Exploration Conversations
Engage in candid, small-group and one-on-one conversations with professionals across various roles at AWS and partner organizations, helping you identify which career paths align with your background and interests.
Community and Peer Connection
Meet other veterans and military spouses who are at similar stages of their transition journey. Share experiences, exchange advice, and build a support network that extends well beyond this single event.
FourBlock Program Overview
Learn more about FourBlock's career development programs and how you can get involved as a student, mentor, or volunteer in the National Capital Region and beyond.
Who Should Attend?
This event is designed for members of the military community who are exploring or actively pursuing careers in technology, cloud computing, and related fields. You belong here if you identify with any of the following:
- Transitioning Active Duty Service Members who are within 12 to 24 months of separation and want to explore how their technical, operational, or leadership experience applies to careers at companies like AWS and across the technology sector.
- Veterans at Any Stage of Transition who are currently job searching, considering a career pivot into technology, or looking to grow their professional network in the National Capital Region.
- Military Spouses who are seeking new career opportunities, re-entering the workforce, or looking to build a professional community in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia area.
- Veterans with Technology Backgrounds including those who served in cyber, intelligence, communications, IT, aviation systems, or engineering roles and want to leverage that experience in the private sector.
- Veterans Without a Technical Background who are curious about non-engineering roles in tech such as project management, sales, operations, human resources, finance, and more — all of which are in high demand at major technology companies.
- FourBlock Alumni and Community Members who want to give back, stay connected, and continue growing their careers alongside the broader veteran community.
Explore Career Paths In:
- Cloud Solutions Architecture — Design and implement scalable cloud infrastructure solutions for enterprise clients, drawing on systems thinking and technical problem-solving skills.
- Cybersecurity and Cloud Security Engineering — Protect cloud environments and sensitive data, a natural fit for veterans with backgrounds in intelligence, cyber operations, or information assurance.
- Technical Program and Project Management — Lead cross-functional technology initiatives from planning through execution, leveraging military experience in mission planning and team coordination.
- DevOps and Site Reliability Engineering — Build and maintain the systems that keep cloud platforms running reliably at scale, ideal for veterans with hands-on technical and operational experience.
- Data Engineering and Analytics — Manage, process, and derive insights from large datasets to support business and mission-critical decision-making.
- Sales and Business Development — Help organizations understand and adopt cloud technologies, a role that rewards communication, relationship-building, and mission briefing experience.
- IT and Cloud Operations Management — Oversee the day-to-day performance of cloud environments and technology infrastructure within enterprise or government settings.
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Operations — Support the development, deployment, and monitoring of AI and ML models that power next-generation technology solutions.
- Human Resources and Talent Acquisition in Tech — Help technology companies identify and recruit top talent, including from the veteran community, using interpersonal and organizational skills honed in service.
- Government and Public Sector Technology Consulting — Work at the intersection of government agencies and cloud technology providers to modernize public sector infrastructure and services.
- Product Management — Define the vision and roadmap for technology products by combining user research, business strategy, and technical understanding.
- Corporate Training and Learning Development — Design and deliver technical and professional development programs within technology organizations, a role that aligns naturally with military instructor and training experience.
What You'll Get
- Access to FourBlock's CareerFlow AI Tools — As a FourBlock event attendee, you will receive access to CareerFlow, FourBlock's AI-powered career development platform. Use it to refine your resume, prepare for interviews, craft your personal brand story, and identify technology roles that match your military experience and career goals.
- Post-Event Resources and Follow-Up Support — After the event, you will receive curated resources including technology industry career guides, veteran hiring program information from AWS and partner companies, and connections to FourBlock's broader network of mentors and employers in the tech space.
- A Lasting Professional Network — The relationships you build at this event are the foundation of your next chapter. FourBlock's community of veterans, military spouses, alumni, and corporate partners spans the National Capital Region and the entire country, giving you ongoing access to people who are invested in your success.
- A Community That Gets It — Every person in the room shares a connection to military service and understands the unique challenges and strengths of the transition journey. You will leave this event feeling seen, supported, and equipped with new momentum toward a fulfilling career in technology.
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