On Jun 6th 2025, Mr Edward Thomas, AUSA Monmouth Chapter President, was the guest on the “Grit Won’t Quit” Podcast. This is a weekly podcast hosted by Tom Mirabella, the CEO of Wingman Planning, a marketing support firm located in Belmar, NJ.

Ed provided an overview of what AUSA does at the national level, and an in-depth presentation of AUSA Monmouth Chapter’s programs and initiatives in support of local Soldiers, Veterans, family members, and local youth.

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