This past week, Affleck & Gordon, P.C., a team of VA-accredited disability attorneys, attended the Military Influencer Conference (MIC) in Atlanta, where we joined thousands of entrepreneurs, leaders, content creators, and advocates dedicated to the military community. This premier gathering offered invaluable insights and connections for anyone serving or supporting veterans, and we were honored to participate and share our dedication to helping veterans secure the benefits they deserve.
The Power of MIC: Bringing Military Influencers Together
MIC is the go-to event for connecting people passionate about improving the lives of service members, veterans, and their families. Attendees ranged from military service members transitioning to civilian life to social entrepreneurs striving to address unique military community needs. For us, as VA-accredited attorneys, this was an excellent chance to connect with organizations and individuals dedicated to advocating for veterans.
The conference featured expert-led content tracks on topics relevant to veterans’ unique challenges, from launching businesses to creating social impact. For Affleck & Gordon, this was a meaningful opportunity to deepen our understanding of the current landscape for veterans and to share our expertise in disability benefits law.
MIC’s Five Pillars: Aligning with Affleck & Gordon’s Mission
MIC’s foundational pillars—Influence, Impact, Inspire, Innovation, and Inclusivity—resonate deeply with our own mission at Affleck & Gordon. As VA-accredited attorneys, we have built our practice on empowering veterans to navigate the complex and challenging disability benefits process. Here’s how each of these pillars connects with our commitment:
- Influence: MIC underscored the impact of relationships and advocacy within the military community. Affleck & Gordon’s advocacy work has helped thousands of veterans obtain the benefits they deserve by making their voices heard.
- Impact: The transformative change MIC attendees bring to the veteran community mirrors our daily efforts to create life-changing impacts in our clients' lives. Assisting veterans in accessing disability benefits can have an immeasurable positive impact on their financial stability and overall well-being.
- Inspire: Attending MIC inspired our team to continue our work with renewed purpose. Every session reminded us of the strength and resilience within the military community, encouraging us to keep advocating for veterans’ rights.
- Innovation: MIC showcased cutting-edge solutions led by innovators and change-makers. This inspired us to think about new ways to streamline the benefits process and offer better support for veterans facing complex VA disability claims.
- Inclusivity: MIC celebrates the diversity within the military community, a core value at Affleck & Gordon. We strive to be an accessible resource for all veterans, regardless of their background or situation and are committed to embracing and advocating for all veterans.
Partnering with The Warrior Alliance for Veterans’ Support
A key highlight of our week at MIC was the opportunity to work alongside The Warrior Alliance, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting veterans. Together, we provided complimentary consultations for veterans seeking guidance on their VA disability claims. This partnership enabled our attorneys, Harry Brenner and Allison Affleck, to connect with veterans one-on-one, listen to their stories, and offer immediate assistance to those navigating complex benefits issues. Offering these consultations allowed us to make a real impact and provide guidance on securing the benefits they deserve.
Honored to Serve the Military Community
As VA-accredited disability attorneys, Affleck & Gordon has always been committed to serving the military community. The Military Influencer Conference reminded us of the importance of our work and the powerful network of support available to veterans and their families. It was inspiring to be among so many passionate advocates and organizations who, like us, are dedicated to making a difference.
We look forward to staying engaged with the dynamic individuals and groups we met at MIC, and we’re more motivated than ever to continue advocating for veterans’ rights. Affleck & Gordon remains committed to ensuring veterans receive the benefits they are entitled to and to empowering them in every stage of their journey.