The Military Spouse Summit brings together Marine Corps spouses, subject-matter experts, and key partners to focus on the career resources, education pathways, and federal initiatives shaping today’s military family support landscape. This half-day event highlights current DoD efforts to expand spouse employment opportunities, strengthen licensure portability, and improve career continuity across PCS moves. Attendees will hear directly from leaders, connect with installation and national-level resource providers, and gain practical tools to support their personal and professional goals. Whether you’re exploring a new career, advancing in your field, or seeking clarity on today’s DoD programs, this summit offers the insight and access you need. 

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Date:

Thursday 30 April

Time:

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Location:

Marine Zone

Attire:

Business Casual & Service C or Equivalent

Attendance:

Active Duty Military & Spouses

EVENT SCHEDULE

Welcome

Speaker:
LtGen Chiarotti
President and CEO
Marine Corps Association

Spouse Summit Guest of Honor

Speaker:
Mrs. Smith
Spouse of the Commandant of the United States Marine Corps

Quality of Life Keynote

Speaker:
The Honorable Stephen Simmons
Deputy Assistant Secretary, Military Community and Family Policy
Department of War

Marine and Family Programs Update

Speaker:
Mr. Greg Goldstein
Senior Executive Service
Marine and Family Programs
Manpower and Reserve Affairs (M&RA)

Manpower and Personnel Initiatives

Speaker:
Lieutenant General William Bowers
Deputy Commandant
Manpower and Reserve Affairs (M&RA)

Installations, Housing, and Quality of Life Update

Speaker:
Major General Jason Woodworth
Commanding General
Marine Corps Installations Command (MCICOM)

Family Healthcare Update

Speaker:
Rear Admiral Guido Valdez
Medical Officer of the Marine Corps

Legislative Update and Priorities

Speaker:
Jennifer Goodale
Military Officers Association of America (MOAA)