The Military Officers Association of America’s “Marketing Yourself for a Second Career” transition lecture program was founded in 1982 and today MOAA provides over 150 lectures annually on military installations throughout the United States and overseas. It has a reputation as a “must attend” event for service members and their spouses three years or less from separation or retirement.  

The free presentation includes introducing the audience to the realities of the competitive civilian job market, perceptions civilian employers have regarding military personnel, a plan for job searching, tips for strengthening resumes, networking outlines, planning for and conducting successful interviews, and negotiating salary and benefit packages. All attendees will receive a free copy of MOAA’s Marketing Yourself for a Second Career publication. 

Presenter: COL Richard  W.  Crampton, USA (Ret.)

Director,  Officer  Placement  Service

Military Officers Association of America (MOAA)

Eric Basu

President and CEO
Sentek Global

Former SEAL Officer, U.S. Navy

Dave Grundies

Director of Strategic Planning

CSC Navy Marine Corps Technology Center, San Diego

former Executive Assistant (Chief of Staff)

SPAWAR Headquarters

Carl Weiscopf

Navy Region Southwest Operations Supervisor and West Coast Office Manager

Zeiders Enterprises, Inc.

former Director, San Diego Fleet and Family Support Center

Clifford A. Wiese
Vice President - Wealth Management
Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™
Senior Investment Management Specialist

The Wolff, Wiese, Magana Team
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney  LLC

Tuesday, February 2, 10:30 a.m. - Noon

and Wednesday, February 3, 3:45 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.

5 Simple Secrets to Maximizing Your Post 9-11 GI Bill Benefits

The new Post 9-11 GI Bill is a powerful education tool for veterans, service members and - thanks to the new transfer feature - a service member's spouse and/or children. Unfortunately, some of the information "on the street" is not accurate and is leading service members to make critical mistakes in making the best use of this wonderful new benefit. 

Please join us for a fast-paced 90-minute educational session by one of the country's leading Post 9-11 GI Bill authorities that will cover: 

* The "must know" basics of the Post 9-11 GI Bill

* 3 GI Bill transfer mistakes that can cost you a bundle (and how to avoid them)

* Why using the benefit for your spouse while on active duty could be your best financial move

* How the new GI Bill works if you have MGIB, VEAP or Vietnam-era GI Bill benefits

* Developing your step-by-step action plan to using the Post 9-11GI Bill 

We have extensive Q & A time built into the presentation, so don't miss the chance to get your Post 9-11 GI Bill questions answered!

Tuesday, February 2 , 3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

3 Military Benefits That Can Make You Rich (and Other Secrets DoD Doesn't Want You to Know About)

A huge number of new financial benefits and programs for deployed service members and military spouses have been created or improved in the last 5 years.  Are you making the best use of what's available today?  This seminar aims to put more money in your pocket and improve your financial situation by bringing you the latest information on deployment financial programs, spouse education and employment programs, educational opportunities for military families and key legislative initiatives you need to know about.

Wednesday, February 3, 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

The Four Pillars of Successful Retirement

When should I take Social Security?  How much can I spend each year from my retirement accounts?  What is the best retirement income source to tap first? How do I structure my investments before retirement?  With the current financial crisis, answering these questions is key for long-term financial success.  This high-impact seminar looks at four key components of building a successful retirement plan, even in difficult financial times.  We will explore the integration of military/federal civilian retired pay, Social Security, the TSP, private sector 401(k)s and IRAs to create a retirement income stream that you can live with.

Deputy Director, Financial Education
Military Officers Association of America

Phil Dyer, CFP®, RLP® is deputy director, financial education at MOAA. Phil attended the United States Military Academy at West Point and was commissioned as a second lieutenant in 1985. He served on active duty as an armor officer with duty assignments in Germany and Ft. Knox, Ky., and achieved the rank of captain. After separating from active duty in 1990 to pursue opportunities in the private sector, he worked in pharmaceuticals sales as an institutional healthcare consultant.

He transitioned to financial planning in 1997 and specializes in financial education, employee benefits, and military-to-civilian transition educational programs. He has presented over 500 educational briefings for corporate, non-profit, military, and educational organizations over the last 13 years.  He writes regular financial columns for Military Officer and Military Spouse magazines and is frequently quoted in the media on military financial planning issues. He resides with his family in Baldwin, Md.