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Who We Are, What We Do and Contact Information

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. With the mission of preserving the earned pay and benefits of the American Veteran, Legislative Affairs remains a key focus of MOAA. Click here to view the MOAA Legislative Action Center. To the aforementioned advocacy mission, our chapter remains non partisan. From the MOAA homepage, "As organizations exempt from federal taxation under Sec. 501(c)(19) of the Internal Revenue Code, MOAA and its affiliates must take care to avoid engaging in partisan political activities. Under IRS rules, we are prohibited from directly or indirectly participating in, or intervening in, any political campaign on behalf of (or in opposition to) any candidate for public office." Click here to view the MOAA Guidance on Partisan Political Activities The membership categories of MPACOMVC are as follows. 1. Public Affairs: MOAA 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.
As of January 2026, MPACOMVC membership numbers 36 Public Affairs Officers, Communication Professionals and Advisors. MPACOMVC membership geographically spans twelve 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 and December, the chapter schedules a virtual meeting during the third week of each month. Want to join MPACOMVC? Contact MPACOMVC Membership Chair Col. Peter Kloeber, USAF (Ret) at mpacomvc@gmail.com.

Want to join MOAA? Click here to view the MOAA National Membership Page and associated online join forms

Our Team

President: CDR Linc Smith, USNR (Ret) First Vice Vice President: LTCOL 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) Legislative Affairs: CDR Linc Smith, USNR (Ret) Homepage and Newsletter: CDR Linc Smith, USNR (Ret) Virtual Council of Chapters: LTCOL Joe Gollasch, USA (Ret)

The Benefits to MOAA Membership

ADVOCACY FOR SERVICEMEMBERS The more members we have, the more influence we have on Capitol Hill. LEGISLATIVE NEWS AND CHAPTERS We keep members up to date on the latest legislative news, as well as put them in contact with fellow service members. TRANSITION, FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE, AND DISCOUNTS You’ll receive help transitioning into the civilian world, not to mention financial assistance, and a variety of travel and entertainment discounts.

Who is Eligible to Join?

Membership is open to active duty, former, retired, and National Guard and Reserve commissioned and warrant officers of the uniformed services and their surviving spouses.