Brian is a dedicated community leader and 20-year veteran of the United States Marine Corps. He leverages his experience and commitment to service as Co-Founder of the Veterans Beer Club and an Executive Board member of American Legion Post 416. Brian actively volunteers with organizations focused on community development, youth mentoring, and support for military and veteran affairs. He is the proud father of two Eagle Scouts, including an active duty Marine and a UCSD Honors student.

Aaron Kiewicz is a retired U.S. Air Force Veteran dedicated to veteran transition and community building. He founded the Colorado Springs chapter of Veterans Beer Club (VBC) in early 2020, successfully growing it into a flagship chapter despite pandemic challenges. As a Regional Coordinator, he mentored chapter leaders and supported VBC’s national expansion. Now on the Executive Board, Aaron drives veteran engagement through strategic initiatives and mentorship. He and his wife, Krista, also a veteran, are proud parents of three, including a son carrying on a four-generation tradition of military service.

Tim Anderson is a 22-year Marine Corps veteran and avid supporter of the military community.  Since 2002, he has organized golf fundraisers that have raised over $200k for active duty, veterans, and their families.  He currently manages several projects for the U.S. Navy's Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), ranging from tactical data link networking to unmanned carrier aviation research and development.  He also serves as a board member and treasurer of the Camp Pendleton Historical Society, a role he has held since 2021.

Kevin Cortes is a 20 year Marine Corps veteran and co-founder of the Veterans Beer Club.  He is still active in the veteran community of San Diego where he and his wife Jennifer lead the military military of their megachurch, is a veteran advocate for employers, and actively coach other service members in navigating VA claims.  Kevin is an avid golfer and the PGA HOPE (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere) Chapter Captain for San Diego County.

Phil Kendro is a 20-year Marine Corps veteran now flying as a Captain for United Airlines. He’s dedicated to supporting the veteran community as President & CEO of the Mount Soledad National Veterans Memorial Association and Co-Founder of the Veterans Beer Club. Phil also actively volunteers with several San Diego organizations focused on military & veteran affairs and event planning. He's a proud father of two.

Jason Shoffit is a retired USAF Veteran and dedicated leader in veteran outreach and community building. As Technology Lead for the Veterans Beer Club (VBC), he focuses on enhancing the organization’s national virtual presence to better support veterans, transitioning military, and their spouses. He previously led the Colorado Springs Chapter for five years (2020-2025), building on its existing framework to increase visibility and impact within the local community. Jason is married to Rebecca and has two sons.

Sean K. Park, a U.S. Navy veteran, is a Senior Program Manager in the IT, Privacy, and Security department at Tandem Diabetes Care in San Diego. During his military service in the early-to-mid 2000s, he served as an Electronic Warfare Operator and VBSS team member, notably participating in a historic mission in January 2006 that captured pirates off Somalia’s coast, earning him a Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal. Sean is an active member of the Veterans Beer Club, particularly the San Diego chapter, where he mentors veterans transitioning to civilian life, emphasizing networking for professional advancement. Personally, he is married, a father of three, and a passionate animal lover.

Chris Ieva is a retired Marine Infantry Officer decorated with awards for heroism and meritorious achievement. He holds degrees from the Naval Postgraduate School and an MBA from NYU Stern, leveraging his background as the Founder of LeggioX, a data analytics firm. Active in the veteran community around Princeton, NJ, Chris remains dedicated to mentorship and giving back. He established the non-profit Leggio XCI (Legion 91) to "send the elevator back down" to students at his hometown high school in North Brunswick, New Jersey. Chris is the proud father of two: his son, Fiorello, a civil engineering major at Rutgers University, and his daughter, Alexandra, a neuroscience major at Tulane University.

Sterling Koliba is a 23-year military veteran who has served in the United States Marine Corps, Air Force Reserve, and California Army National Guard. As Co-Founder of the Yolo chapter of Veterans Beer Club and Commander of VFW Post 8151, Sterling is passionate about helping veterans build camaraderie, expand professional networks, and remain connected to their communities after military service. He actively supports organizations focused on veteran engagement, civic involvement, and community development throughout Yolo County. Professionally, Sterling is a Financial Advisor with Edward Jones⁠