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Ever wonder what the Naval Academy Alumni Association really does? In this episode, we pull back the curtain on this vital organization that supports both midshipmen and graduates throughout their careers and beyond.

As a Naval Academy graduate myself, I'm thrilled to share an inside look at how the Alumni Association and Foundation are evolving to meet the needs of today's midshipmen and alumni. We'll explore:

Key Insights on the Alumni Association's Impact

• How philanthropic efforts create a "margin of excellence" at the Academy
• The three pillars of the organization's mission: connecting, communicating, and supporting
• Recent leadership changes and strategic vision through 2030
• Ways the Association assists transitioning service members and entrepreneurs
• Programs and resources available for parents and families

Exciting News for Academy Insider Listeners

I'm also excited to announce a new partnership between Academy Insider and the Alumni Association! This collaboration will allow us to bring you even more insider access and up-to-date information about life at the Naval Academy.

What You'll Gain from This Episode

• Understanding of how alumni donations directly benefit midshipmen
• Insight into the Alumni Association's evolving role in supporting graduates
• Information on parent and family support programs
• Perspective on why staying connected as an alum is valuable
• Details on a new "On the Yard" series coming to the podcast

Whether you're a current midshipman, proud parent, or loyal alum, this episode offers valuable insights into the Naval Academy community. Join us as we explore how the Alumni Association is shaping the future of leadership at Annapolis and beyond!

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The mission of Academy Insider is to guide, serve, and support Midshipmen, future Midshipmen, and their families.

Grant Vermeer your host is the person who started it all. He is the founder of Academy Insider and the host of The Academy Insider podcast. He was a recruited athlete which brought him to Annapolis where he was a four year member of the varsity basketball team. He was a cyber operations major and commissioned into the Cryptologic Warfare Community. He was stationed at Fort Meade and supported the Subsurface Direct Support mission.

He separated from the Navy in 2023 and now owns The Vermeer Group, a residential real estate company that matches service academy families with trusted real estate teams all across the country. Text (650) 282-1964 with any real estate questions.

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