BEYA Stars and Stripes

07/15/2026

In this episode of The Briefing Room Podcast, we sit down with retired U.S. Navy Captain Tom Abernethy, the current President of the NNOA (National Naval Officers Association) Washington, D.C. Chapter. CAPT Abernethy didn't slow down after hanging up the uniform; instead, he channeled his decades of military expertise into transforming lives.

Tune in as we dive into:

Leadership on Steroids: What it takes to lead with maximum impact in high-stakes environments.

Investing in the Future: How he helps secure critical scholarships for deserving students.

The Power of Mentorship: His hands-on work helping to coordinate the prestigious Stars & Stripes mentoring event.

Paying it Forward: Key insights and advice for junior officers and students looking to make their mark.

If you’re looking to level up your leadership game and understand the true meaning of servant leadership, this is an episode you cannot miss!

07/01/2026

Heading into the weekend before America’s 250th birthday, the latest episode of The Briefing Room focuses heavily on leadership, multi-generational legacy, and community impact.

Host Matt Bowman sits down with Captain Alex Cole—a U.S. Air Force veteran, commercial airline pilot, and community leader whose family has served our nation for four generations.

Beyond his time in uniform, Captain Cole discusses how he is actively moving the aviation industry forward. We highlight the incredible work being done by the Legacy Flight Academy, including Lt. Col. Kenyatta "Deacon" Ruffin (USAF, Ret.) and Maj. Kenny Thompson, and their recent feature on NBC News for preserving the history of the Tuskegee Airmen. We also dive into the 100 Black Men of Gainesville, FL chapter’s recent Aviation Academy, which honored the legendary General Daniel "Chappie" James.

Whether you are looking for timeless leadership principles, career wisdom for the next generation, or an inspiring look at workforce development in aviation, this episode delivers.

04/10/2026

High school students, this weekend's BEYA Stars & Stripes Career Day Live on STEM City USA is for you. Hear from Dr. Bethany King Wilkes on balancing school, work, goals, and real life, plus learn about Marc Regis Hannah, a STEM innovator whose work helped shape some of your favorite movies.

Watch live on STEM City USA at 12:00 PM EDT on Saturday, April 11, 2026: https://stemcityusa.com/educational-discovery-center-auditorium

04/08/2026

“Service to the Nation” Virtual Job Fair and AI Training is mobilizing a new workforce.

This national effort connects grads and veterans to AI, cybersecurity, and quantum computing—equipping talent for what’s next.

Read more at https://www.blackengineer.com/sample-section/ai-news/%E2%80%9Cservice-to-the-nation%E2%80%9D-virtual-job-fair-and-ai-training/

11/29/2025

Pastor Mark Burns' keynote address at BEYA Stars and Stripes.

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