Los Angeles AFB

Are you thinking about separating from the military? If so, you may have questions about your earned benefits and other services available to you with the California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet). Register for CalVet's California Transition Assistance Program (CalTAP) briefing to learn more. This event is open to all service members, veterans, and their family members.

In partnership with CalTAP, various speakers will provide a wealth of information to help navigate your transition to civilian life.

Agenda

8:00 a.m. - CalVet/CalTAP Welcome

8:20 a.m. - Los Angeles Local Interagency Network Coordinator (LINC)

8:35 a.m. - Military and Veteran Affairs (MVA)

9:05 a.m. - CalVet Home Loans

9:40 a.m. - Entrepreneurship

10:05 a.m. - Break

10:25 a.m. - Employment

10:50 a.m. - Work for Warriors

11:00 a.m. - Education

11:25 a.m. - Office of Student Assistance and Relief

11:40 a.m. - Questions & Answer Panel

12:00 p.m. - One on Ones

Jennifer Rudquist, Training Coordinator

CalVet, CalTAP

Jennifer Rudquist was born in Misawa, Japan while her father was stationed abroad. As her father served 20 years in the United States Air Force (USAF), she had the opportunity to live in England, Holland, Belgium, Washington DC, San Diego, Riverside and Sacramento.

When Jennifer graduated high school, she decided to enlist in the USAF from 1996-2000 and served as a Security Forces Airman and Command Support Staff for the 319th Missile Squadron stationed at F.E. Warren AFB in Cheyanne, WY.

After transitioning out of active duty, she pursued her passion for teaching by utilizing her GI Bill to obtain her degree in Child Development and Education.  For the next 18 years, Jennifer used this degree to teach and own a successful preschool program. 

When it came time to make a career change, the CalTAP team was an easy choice as it gave Jennifer a similar structure as her military career. Jennifer states “Being a CalTAP Training Coordinator allows me to combine my passion for teaching and serving veterans. I feel honored to work for CalVet and to serve the present, past, and future military members and their families.”

Derek Rose, Training Coordinator

CalVet, CalTAP

Derek Rose is a veteran of the United States Navy, serving in direct support of Operations Iraqi Freedom, Enduring Freedom, and New Dawn. 

From 2007-2009, Derek served at Personnel Support Detachment Afloat West in San Diego, CA. He also served at the Naval Support Activity Bahrain from 2009-2011, where he provided direct support for personnel stationed in the Persian Gulf. 

Derek received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Public Relations from California State University, Sacramento in 2016.

Anthony Rodriguez, Los Angeles LINC

CalVet

Anthony Rodriguez served as a United States Marine Corps Captain, both Active and Reserve. He was stationed primarily with the 2nd Marine Division at Camp LeJeune, North Carolina. He was an Assault Amphibious & Nuclear, Biological and Chemical Defense Officer.

Upon separation from active duty, Anthony served many years as a Regional Sales Manager primarily in the industrial sales sector.

Anthony transitioned to the non-profit area working for both Goodwill Industries and JVS, in the workforce and employment development arena in Los Angeles. During this time, he was introduced to CalVet.

Anthony is passionate about assisting veterans with accessing their earned military benefits and services. His keen understanding of local, county, state, and federal resources provides veterans with a clear and simplified pathway to valuable information and resources. 

Anthony enjoys the trust, confidence, and comradery that develops as he works with service providers to assist those who have so honorably served.

Brad Pedersen, Home Loans

CalVet

Brad Pedersen is the Communications Officer for the CalVet Home Loan department. His firsthand experience of over 35 years selling Real Estate combined with his 24 years of loan originations uniquely qualifies him to serve the needs of the military community.

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