In concert with the MOAA Strategic Plan, the MOAA Public Affairs and Communication Professional Virtual Chapter (MPACOMVC) is an “affinity group” focused on Public Affairs. In a virtual environment, Chapter members share camaraderie with fellow Public Affairs and Communication Professionals seeking to grow the MOAA Brand and “Never Stop Serving. ” MPACOMVC supports the mission of MOAA, which is the preservation of the earned pay and benefits of the American Veteran. To this mission and the long term viability of the MOAA Council and Chapter System, MPACOMVC assists with a proactive and sound public affairs and communication program for MOAA Affiliates. The membership categories of MPACOMVC are as follows. 1. Public Affairs: MOAA National members with the Public Affairs designation (PAO). 2. Communication Professional: MOAA members who perform Public Affairs functions in the Chapter and Council system. 3. Advisors: MOAA National Staff who perform public affairs and communication functions.
MPACOMVC membership numbers over 30 Public Affairs Officers, Communication Professionals and Advisors. MPACOMVC membership spans eleven states, with members from the United States Air Force, Army and Navy.
There are no dues or fees associated with MPACOMVC membership. With the exception of April, the chapter schedules a virtual meeting during the third week of each month.
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Our Team

President: CDR Linc Smith, USNR (Ret) Vice President: Lt.Col. Keith Beebe, USA (Ret) Secretary and Membership: Col. Peter Kloeber, USAF (Ret) Treasurer and Recording Secretary : LCDR Rich Higgins, USN (Ret) Morale and Care: COL Jeri Graham, USA (Ret) Public Relations: CW4 Jay Garbus, USA (Ret) Speakers Bureau: CAPT Kevin Wensing, USN (Ret) MOAA National Liaison: CAPT Frank Michael, USN (Ret) Senior Advisor: RDML Craig Quigley, USN (Ret) Virtual Council of Chapters: Lt.Col. Joe Gollasch, USA (Ret) Homepage: CDR Linc Smith, USNR (Ret)