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Hosted by the Atlantic Council Global Energy Center, Veterans Advanced Energy Week (VAEW) is an interactive virtual learning and networking experience dedicated to Veterans, reservists, and military spouses working to strengthen US national security through careers in the advanced energy industry. VAEW participants will gain insight into the technology, policy, and economic trends that are driving the global energy transition from senior leaders and experts across industry, academia, and government. They will also have the opportunity to develop connections with other Veterans, supporters, and potential employers through networking events, career development sessions, company introductions with recruiters, a resume database, and job board postings.
Featured speakers
The Hon. Mike Braun
US Senator (R), Indiana; Co-Chair, US Senate Bipartisan Climate Solutions Caucus
Edward Dee
Executive Director, Navajo Government Development Office; Army Veteran
The Hon. Mariannette Miller-Meeks
US Representative (R), Iowa’s Second District; US Army Veteran
Julia Nesheiwat
Distinguished Fellow, Atlantic Council; Former Homeland Security Adviser to the President; Former Deputy Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Energy Resources; Army Veteran
James Rodriguez
Acting Assistant Secretary for Policy; US Department of Labor, Veterans’ Employment and Training Services; Marine Corps Veteran
Amanda Simpson
Vice President for Research and Technology, Airbus Americas; Former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Operational Energy
Agenda at a glance
| Day and time | Theme |
| Day 1: Monday, August 2, 12:00 – 9:00 PM | A green economic recovery |
| Day 2: Tuesday, August 3, 12:00 – 7:00 PM | The pathway to net zero |
| Day 3: Wednesday, August 4, 12:00 – 7:15 PM | Leading in clean energy technology and innovation |
| Day 4: Thursday, August 5, 12:00 – 4:15 PM | Career transition to the advanced energy industry |
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