Sam Whitehurst, Vice President, Programs & Services at the Center for Military and Veterans Services and Ed Dennis, Executive Director, Andy Quattlebaum and Blackwell Family Foundation, discuss the importance of building a community for veterans and their families. Their conversation focuses on the spirit and power of the 2026 Andy Quattlebaum Warrior Hunt that took place in South Carolina in February. If you are interested in knowing more about the Andy Quattlebaum Warrior Hunt, how to participate or be a sponsor/supporter, go to the AQBFF website at https://www.aqbff.org/ or contact Sam Whitehurst at [email protected].

Episode 28 is a conversation with Adam Marr, co-host of The American Legion's podcast, Tango Alpha Lima,  (https://tangoalphalima.fireside.fm/episodes) and Director of Operations for the Veteran Mental Health Leadership Coalition (https://vmhlc.org/). Adam will share his personal journey of transition and reintegration and his work in promoting research and increasing access to innovative approaches to enhancing the mental health and wellness of veterans.

As we look toward Veterans' Day, this is an opportunity to showcase the work of Dixon Center and our partners in creating opportunities for veterans and their families. We are also introducing the newest member of Dixon Center's team and highlighting how, on this Veterans' Day, you can go beyond just thanking veterans for their service.