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THREE DAYS OF ONLINE DEPLOYMENT ENCOURAGEMENT, GUIDANCE AND GIVEAWAYS FOR MILITARY SPOUSES & SIGNIFICANT OTHERS

FREE FOR MILITARY SPOUSES!

The Digital Retreat for Deployment Countdowns

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October 18-20. 2024

The Digital Retreat for Deployment Countdowns

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OCT 18-20| 2024

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DEPLOYMENT IS TOUGH

But you don't have to do it alone

maybe you want to...

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Create a foundation to grow your love even over the distance

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Shore up your self care to reduce burnout and deployment "down days"

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Find real support from a community of military spouses who actually get it

You can use your deployment countdown as a season to learn, grow, and THRIVE!

PILLAR is all about simplifying and bringing joy to your
military countdown.

That's why we're bringing together 30 experienced military spouses and lifestyle experts together to share strategies that can help you make every moment count while you're counting down deployment!

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It's time to make a plan that transforms your deployment countdown experience.

During this FREE online retreat you'll learn how to:

Save more and spend less with deployment-specific financial advice

Create gorgeous, thoughtful care packages for your partner

Stop counting days so your time feels like it's moving

Find the best blogs, podcasts, and free resources for your countdown

PLUS!  Get first-hand insight from experienced military spouses on topics like...

Navigating deployment with children

Eliminating overwhelm & getting organized

Nurturing your relationship from a distance

Planning for a successful homecoming & reintegration

You'll get three days of online community, inspiring speakers,and non-stop giveaways to set you up for deployment countdown success!

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GET YOUR FREE TICKET TO JOIN US OCTOBER 18-20!

Meet Your Hosts

 

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Joanna Guldin-Noll is the writer behind one of the largest military spouse lifestyle blogs online, Jo, My Gosh! Her writing has been featured in regional, national, and international digital and print publications. She is currently the social media manager at Military.com. Joanna lives in Central PA with her Navy veteran husband John and her puppy Albus.

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Becky Hoy is a U.S. Army Military Spouse of 13 years and the Founder of Brave Crate- the deployment countdown box for military spouses. Since launching in 2018 more than 3,000 months of deployment have been counted down using Brave Crates. Becky is passionate about encouraging military spouses to embrace the unique opportunities that deployments present for personal growth and development.

All The Deets

When

Join us October 18-20 for 3 days with a variety of presentations to choose from each day.

Where

It's 100% online!  There's no need to do your hair or leave the house--we'll be hosting speakers, giveaways, and discussions all day from our interactive Facebook group.

What to expect

PILLAR partners with seasoned military spouses & lifestyle experts to bring you short, actionable advice about everything from long-distance relationships to managing the stress of a deployment.  Each presentation is 5-15 minutes and can be watched any time you're available!

Party it up!

It's not just about learning--this weekend is a true retreat including opportunities for connection, actionable growth, and relaxation.  We'll have everything from panel discussions to yoga and vision-boarding sessions. Fill up a cup of your favorite beverage and join the party!

It's not a party without SWAG!

Look forward to a full 3 days of giveaways from our favorite brands that make deployment FLY by!

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Not your average online retreat

PILLAR was created specifically for military spouses who want to thrive during their deployment countdown.

More importantly, we're not just here with good advice--we're here to help you take action and transform each and every part of your deployment countdown experience!

Here's What To Expect!

Meet the PILLAR 2024 Keynote Speakers!

Simone Gorrindo

Simone Gorrindo- Nationally Recognized author of "The Wives" - shares encouragement and advice for Military Spouses during her keynote presentation "Be Like Rachel"

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Maj Gen, USAF(Ret) - Robert LaBrutta, VP Survivorship & Claims at USAA joins PILLAR Retreat for a special keynote segment extending gratitude for the sacrifices made by Military Families.

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Maria Reed of Moving With The Military shares her tried & true recipe for for Countdown Success in her keynote presentation "Deployment DIY: Crafting Your Life"

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Dubbed “one to watch in country music” by NYOTA Magazine, Dariann Leigh joins PILLAR Retreat for a special musical performance including her hit single "10,000 Miles"- a tribute to the military spouse experience!

 

PLUS! 30 Military Spouse & Lifestyle Experts to help you create your very own Deployment Action Plan:

Penney Letrud-Samons 3

Operation Storytime with United Through Reading

Adriene Engstrom 3

Capture Your Story

Pete LuPiba 3

The Mil Kid Countdown: Supporting Success with Purple Star Schools

Becky Hoy 3

Deployment Success for the Child Free MilSpouse

Sarah Peachey 3

Creativity Across The Countdown

Alexis McDonald 3

Current Evnets with Secure Families Initiative: Lunchtime LIVE! 

Meg Flanagan 3

Running on Resources: Happy Hour LIVE! 

JJ Montanaro 3

PILLAR Party with USAA: Happy Hour LIVE!

Matt Lyon 3

Life Insurance 101

Rachel Roberts 3

Homecoming: Day Zero and Beyond

Maura Bonham 3

Making Friends with Murphy

Nicki Hart 3

Making Friends with Murphy

Taylor Whitson 3

Making Friends with Murphy

Chelsey Thomas 3

Destination Deployment: Traveling for Free-ish

Jessica Bertsch 3

Servicemembers Sound Off: Lunchtime LIVE!

Fritz Bertsch 3

Service Members Sound Off: Lunchtime LIVE!

Jessie Ellertson 3

The Relationship Reset: Reconnection for National Guard Spouses

Kathleen Palmer 3

The Relationship Reset: Happy Hour LIVE!

Megan Starbuck 3

The Relationship Reset: Happy Hour LIVE!

Bernadette Soler 3

Digging Up Your Dharma

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ELIZABETH COOK: An Organized Countdown

Sarahanne Alexander 3

Plan Your National Park Adventure Day

Lauren Hope 3

Feeding Your Soul: Deployment Countdown Food For Thought

Caitlin Kurtz 3

Counting Down with Spiritual Life: Lunchtime LIVE!

Carla Fenves 3

Counting Down with Spiritual Life: Lunchtime LIVE!

It's time to…

 - Find the perfect blogs, podcasts, products, and online communities that can guide you during your countdown

- Create a clear plan for living each day with purpose during this deployment season

- Connect with a community of like-minded military spouses who want to make the most of every moment until homecoming

It all happens at PILLAR: The Digital Retreat for Deployment Countdowns

Deployment countdown success made possible by our Presenting Sponsor:

USAA Life Insurance Company & USAA Life Insurance Company of New York

Thank you to our Article Sponsors:

Thank you to our Guide & Corporate Sponsors:

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PILLAR attendees will receive email updates about the event and deployment resources from our Presenting Sponsor USAA !