--- title: Events --- [About Us](https://projectvanguard.com/about-us)[Events](https://projectvanguard.com/events)[Activities](https://projectvanguard.com/activities)[Speakers](https://projectvanguard.com/speakers)[Media](https://media.projectvanguard.com/)[FAQ](https://projectvanguard.com/faq)[Store](https://www.projectvanguard.com/store) Project Vanguard Events # Where Veterans Meet Opportunity From career networking nights to multi-city tours, our events connect transitioning service members and veterans with the energy industry's best employers, mentors, and community leaders. [Browse Events ↓](https://projectvanguard.com/events#events) ## More Than Events. A Movement. Project Vanguard has grown into the nation's largest veteran energy network. Every event we host is designed to open doors — whether that's a handshake with a hiring manager, a conversation with a community leader, or a seat at the table with the companies building America's energy future. 25+ Events Hosted 500+ Veterans Connected 15+ Cities Reached 40+ Industry Partners Professional Networking Career Development Job Placement Military Camaraderie Open to All We're proud to partner with industry leaders nationally and in each of our state chapters — the organizations building America's energy future alongside the veterans who defend it. [![American Clean Power](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/American_Clean_Power_Association_Logo.jpg "American Clean Power")](https://cleanpower.org)[![RE+](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/RE%2B%20Logo.jpg "RE+")](https://www.re-plus.com)[![Atlantic Council](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Atlantic-Council_Global-Energy-Center-Color-1.png "Atlantic Council Global Energy Center")](https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/programs/global-energy-center/)[![Conservative Texans for Energy Innovation](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/cropped-conservative-logo.webp "Conservative Texans for Energy Innovation")](https://www.conservativetexansforenergyinnovation.org)[![Conservative Energy Network](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/conservative-energy-network.png "Conservative Energy Network")](https://conservativeenergynetwork.org)[![Iowa Conservative Energy Forum](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/iowa-conservative-energy-forum.png "Iowa Conservative Energy Forum")](https://www.iowacef.org)[![Renewable Energy Farmers Association](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/REFA_PrimaryLogo_Full-Color-12.webp "Renewable Energy Farmers Association")](https://renewableenergyfarmers.org)[![American Energy Service Providers](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/aesp.png "AESP")](https://aesp.org)[![Cleantech Leaders Roundtable](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/cleantech-leaders-roundtable.png "Cleantech Leaders Roundtable")](https://www.cleantechleaders.org)[![GSREIA](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/gulf-states-renewable-energy-industries-assoc.jpg "Gulf States Renewable Energy Industries Association")](https://gsreia.org) ![Local chapter happy hour in Austin](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/austin_happy_hour_2025.jpg) Local Chapter Meetup Build real relationships with veteran energy professionals in your city. Our chapter meetups turn online connections into career-changing handshakes. ![Veterans happy hour at RE+ conference](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/re%2B_2025_vets_hh.jpg) Conference Happy Hour Meet hiring managers and industry leaders at the biggest energy conferences in the country. Vanguard gets you in the room — and to the right table. ![Acciona energy site tour](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/acciona_site_tour_2025.jpg) Energy Site Tour Go behind the fence line at wind farms, solar sites, and battery storage facilities. See the jobs up close and meet the teams doing the work. ![Texas Tour event](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/texas_tour_family_2025.png) Texas Tour Our flagship multi-city road campaign across Texas energy country. Site tours, employer networking, live podcasts, and the kind of military camaraderie that makes Vanguard feel like home. ![Energy day at the Texas legislature](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/texas_lege_day_2025.png) State Legislative Day Veterans showing up at state capitols to advocate for energy policy that puts American security first. Your voice matters — and legislators listen. ## Upcoming Events Register to attend. Show up ready to connect. New events added regularly. All Events Texas Tour Networking Career Fair Social Community Workshop Conference May 26 Tuesday 5:00 PM CT NetworkingSocial ### Austin Veteran Happy Hour Green Mesquite BBQ · Austin, TX Join fellow veterans and energy professionals for an evening of networking and camaraderie at Green Mesquite BBQ in Austin. 5:00–7:00 PM — come grab some Texas BBQ and build connections with the veteran energy community in the capital city. Event Host ![Barrett Thomas](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Barrett%20Thomas.jpeg) [Barrett Thomas](https://projectvanguard.com/speakers#barrett-thomas) Senior Development Manager, Apex Clean Energy · Austin Chapter Lead Barrett joined Apex Clean Energy after retiring from the Army following 20 years of service as an Infantry officer. He deployed three times in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, taught Environmental Engineering at West Point, and served from platoon leader to battalion commander. His time in uniform, witnessing the ever-increasing need for power, inspired him to start his new career as a renewable energy developer of wind, solar, battery storage, and green fuel projects. [RSVP on Eventbrite →](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1988792587165?aff=oddtdtcreator) Jun 1–4 Mon–Thu Details TBD ConferenceNetworking ### Veterans Meet Up — ACP's CleanPower Conference Location TBD Join Project Vanguard at the largest clean energy conference in North America. Connect with veteran energy professionals, meet hiring companies, and build your network at the industry's biggest annual gathering. Event Host ![Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Kevin%20Head%20Shot%20-%202024v4.jpeg) [Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/about-us#founder) CEO & Founder, Project Vanguard Kevin founded Project Vanguard to connect veterans with careers in the energy industry. At CleanPower, he brings the full Vanguard network together under one roof — this is the veteran energy meetup of the year. Come introduce yourself. [RSVP on Eventbrite →](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/veterans-meet-up-acps-cleanpower-conference-tickets-1980658184949) Jun 23 Tuesday Details TBD CommunityConference ### North Carolina Veterans in Energy Day North Carolina State Capitol · Raleigh, NC Veterans showing up at the North Carolina State Capitol to advocate for energy policy, workforce development, and the role veterans play in the state's growing energy economy. Your voice matters — and legislators listen. Event Hosts ![Greg Gebhardt](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Greg%20Gebhardt.jpg) [Greg Gebhardt](https://projectvanguard.com/speakers#greg-gebhardt) Director, Government Affairs & Economic Development · Cypress Creek Renewables Greg is a seasoned energy executive and U.S. Army veteran with more than a decade of experience shaping clean-energy policy and large-scale project development across the Southeast. A Lieutenant Colonel in the US Army Reserve and a West Point graduate, his work has helped position North Carolina and neighboring states as emerging leaders in energy innovation. ![Marcy Bauer](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Marcy%20Bauer.jpeg) [Marcy Bauer](https://projectvanguard.com/speakers#marcy-bauer) Senior Vice President of Special Operations · EVgo Marcy has worked in the clean transportation space for over 15 years, spanning OEM engagement, fleet education, charging station site development, public policy, and utility engagement. She served as an officer in the US Army's Military Intelligence Corps and holds degrees from Vanderbilt and Miami University. ![Josh Rogers](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Josh%20Rogers-1.png) [Josh Rogers](https://projectvanguard.com/speakers#josh-rogers) Founder & Advisor · Truckroll Josh has spent his career at the intersection of clean energy, technical training, and safety — helping field teams gain the skills and confidence to perform beyond compliance. He leads organizations in creating effective internal training programs that produce results into organizational culture, with learning tied directly to daily work. [RSVP on Eventbrite →](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1988793741618?aff=oddtdtcreator) Aug 3–4 Mon–Tue Details TBD ConferenceSocial ### Veterans Happy Hour — National Conservative Energy Summit Boston, MA Connect with fellow veterans at the National Conservative Energy Summit. An evening of networking and camaraderie with energy professionals who share the conviction that energy security is national security. Event Host ![Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Kevin%20Head%20Shot%20-%202024v4.jpeg) [Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/about-us#founder) CEO & Founder, Project Vanguard Kevin built Project Vanguard on the belief that all-of-the-above American energy dominance requires veterans at the table. At the Conservative Energy Summit, he's rallying the network around the policies and partnerships that put veterans to work. Don't miss this one. [RSVP on Eventbrite →](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/veterans-happy-hour-national-conservative-energy-summit-tickets-1980915685139) Sep — 2026 Details TBD ConferenceNetworking ### Veterans Happy Hour — Climate Week NYC New York, NY Project Vanguard hits Manhattan during Climate Week NYC. Join veteran energy professionals from across the country for an evening of networking at the world's largest climate event — and show the industry that veterans are leading the charge. Event Hosts ![Steve Bravo](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Steve%20Bravo.jpg) [Steve Bravo](https://projectvanguard.com/speakers#steve-bravo) Director of Product & Commercialization, NYSERDA · Northeast Chapter Lead A Naval Academy grad and former Navy helicopter pilot with three Persian Gulf deployments, Steve spent a decade at GE building wind and battery storage products before joining NYSERDA. He's Vanguard's man in New York — and Climate Week is his home turf. ![Ginger Cutler](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Ginger%20.png) [Ginger Cutler](https://projectvanguard.com/speakers#ginger-cutler) Sales Director · Community Leader Fellow A veteran of the 916th Air Refueling Wing turned energy sales leader, Ginger brings the kind of presence and energy that makes a room full of strangers feel like a reunion. She'll make sure every veteran at Climate Week leaves with new connections and a reason to come back. [RSVP on Eventbrite →](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/veterans-happy-hour-climate-week-nyc-tickets-1980919190624) ## Events Across America From West Texas to Manhattan — Project Vanguard is building the veteran energy network coast to coast. ![United States Map](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/us-Map.jpg) Upcoming Events Past Events ### Don't See an Event Near You? We're expanding across the country and want to hear from you. Tell us where you are, and we'll work to bring a Project Vanguard event to your community. Our chapter leaders and partners are standing by. [Request an Event Nearby ](https://share.hsforms.com/1IK9DC-vQRSWC-6lGbrG_ews8gr7) ## Past Events A look back at where Project Vanguard has been. Click any event to see details, photos, and highlights. Apr 2026 #### SAFE Summit 2026 Washington, DC Conference SAFE Summit 2026 spotlighted *The Pillars of Power: A Strategy for Energy Security and Industrial Resiliency* — featuring C-suite executives from JP Morgan, T1 Energy, Eolian, General Motors, and Anglo American, with participation from DOE, DFC, EXIM, and USTDA. SAFE [SAFE (Securing America's Future Energy)](https://secureenergy.org) Nonpartisan Energy & National Security Organization ![Jonathan Gillis](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Jonathan%20Gillis.jpeg) [Jonathan Gillis](https://projectvanguard.com/speakers#jonathan-gillis) Senior Director, Corporate Operations · USCE ![Michael Dunn](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Michael%20Dunn%20(updated).jpeg) [Michael Dunn](https://projectvanguard.com/speakers#michael-dunn) Senior Manager, Market Intelligence & Policy Analysis · Qcells Energy security & national security policy dialogue · C-suite executives · Federal agency participation Apr 2026 #### APA & SREA's Renewable Power Day (LA Lobby Day) Baton Rouge, LA Community Energy professionals, veterans, and advocates engaged Louisiana legislators on renewable energy policy and workforce development at APA & SREA's Renewable Power Day in Baton Rouge. APA American Power Alliance Event Host SREA Southern Renewable Energy Association Event Host Louisiana legislative engagement · Renewable energy policy advocacy · Veteran workforce conversations Apr 2026 #### Powering Louisiana: All of the Above Energy Forum Baton Rouge, LA Conference A participatory forum at the LSU Energy, Coast & Environment Building where industry, government, and public-sector stakeholders discussed a shared strategy for Louisiana to become an "all of the above" energy leader. SWC Southeastern Wind Coalition Event Host GNO GNO, Inc. Event Host SREA Southern Renewable Energy Association Partner · "Powering Louisiana" Initiative LSU campus forum · All-of-the-above energy strategy · Industry & government stakeholders Apr 2026 #### San Angelo Rodeo San Angelo, TX Texas Tour Project Vanguard headed to the San Angelo Rodeo for a special Texas Tour activation — a showcase of where energy, agriculture, and veteran-led small business intersect in West Texas. ![Brad Quigley](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Brad%20Quigley.jpeg) [Bradford Quigley](https://projectvanguard.com/speakers#bradford-quigley) CEO, Solar Ranch Xperts · West Texas Chapter Lead Texas Tour activation · Energy & agriculture intersection · West Texas community engagement Apr 2026 #### Veteran Tour of the National Laboratory of the Rockies Golden, CO Tour An exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the National Laboratory of the Rockies for veterans in the energy sector. Veterans saw cutting-edge research in action and learned about career pathways in national laboratory and federal energy research roles. ![Gabrielle Adair](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Gabrielle%20Adair.jpg) [Gabrielle Adair](https://projectvanguard.com/about-us#founder) Chief of Staff, Project Vanguard Exclusive lab access · Cutting-edge energy research · Federal career pathways for veterans Apr 2026 #### Vets in Energy Dinner Washington, DC Networking An intimate dinner bringing together veteran energy professionals for a night of real conversation, career connections, and camaraderie. Networking at its best — good food, good people, and the kind of relationships that move careers forward. ![Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Kevin%20Head%20Shot%20-%202024v4.jpeg) [Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/about-us#founder) CEO & Founder, Project Vanguard Curated dinner · Veteran energy professionals · Career connections made Mar 2026 #### "The Grid That Has to Hold" Panel Washington, DC Panel A panel discussion on the challenges and opportunities facing America's power grid — and why veterans are uniquely positioned to lead the workforce that keeps it running. ![Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Kevin%20Head%20Shot%20-%202024v4.jpeg) [Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/about-us#founder) CEO & Founder, Project Vanguard Grid resilience discussion · Industry and veteran workforce perspectives · Key policy conversations Mar 2026 #### Veterans Happy Hour @ ACP Siting & Permitting Conference Denver, CO Conference Veterans connected with fellow professionals attending ACP's Siting & Permitting Conference for an evening of networking and camaraderie, building relationships with the companies shaping America's energy infrastructure. ![Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Kevin%20Head%20Shot%20-%202024v4.jpeg) [Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/about-us#founder) CEO & Founder, Project Vanguard Permitting professionals connected · Veteran energy network expanded · Career conversations Mar 2026 #### Texas Tour Kickoff — Sweetwater Sweetwater, TX Texas Tour The Texas Tour kicked off in the heart of West Texas energy country. Veterans joined energy employers and community leaders for networking, live podcast recordings, and the official launch of Vanguard's flagship road campaign. ![Brad Quigley](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Brad%20Quigley.jpeg) [Bradford Quigley](https://projectvanguard.com/speakers#bradford-quigley) CEO, Solar Ranch Xperts · West Texas Chapter Lead Veterans connected · Live podcast recordings · West Texas energy employers · Flagship road campaign launched Feb 2026 #### Veteran Meet-up @ RE+ Northeast Boston, MA Conference Project Vanguard brought veterans together at RE+ Northeast, the region's premier clean energy conference. Members networked with employers from across the Northeast energy market and explored career opportunities in solar, storage, and grid modernization. ![Steve Bravo](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Steve%20Bravo.jpg) [Steve Bravo](https://projectvanguard.com/speakers#steve-bravo) Director, NYSERDA · Northeast Chapter Lead 20+ veterans attended · 8 energy employers represented · Multiple follow-up interviews reported Sep 2025 #### Veterans Happy Hour @ Climate Week NYC New York, NY Conference Project Vanguard made its New York debut during Climate Week NYC at 144 Sullivan Street. Veterans from across the energy sector came together for an evening that proved the veteran energy network extends well beyond Texas. ![Steve Bravo](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Steve%20Bravo.jpg) [Steve Bravo](https://projectvanguard.com/speakers#steve-bravo) Director, NYSERDA · Northeast Chapter Lead 30+ veterans · First East Coast Vanguard activation · Established NYC as recurring chapter Sep 2025 #### Veterans Happy Hour @ RE+ 2025 Anaheim, CA Conference The biggest veteran energy gathering of the year at North America's largest clean energy conference. Packed happy hour bringing together veterans from every branch and every corner of the energy industry. ![Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Kevin%20Head%20Shot%20-%202024v4.jpeg) [Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/about-us#founder) CEO & Founder, Project Vanguard ![Veterans happy hour at RE+ 2025](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/re%2B_2025_vets_hh.jpg) 50+ veterans · 15+ energy companies · Vanguard's largest conference activation to date Aug 2025 #### Veterans Happy Hour @ National Conservative Energy Summit Stillwater, OK Conference Veterans gathered at the National Conservative Energy Summit for networking and conversation about the future of American energy with industry leaders and policymakers committed to an all-of-the-above strategy. ![Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Kevin%20Head%20Shot%20-%202024v4.jpeg) [Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/about-us#founder) CEO & Founder, Project Vanguard 15+ veterans · CEN partnership strengthened · Key policy conversations Aug 2025 #### Austin Veterans Energy Happy Hour Austin, TX Networking The Austin chapter came together for casual networking. Members connected with energy professionals from Apex, ERCOT, and several local developers. ![Barrett Thomas](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Barrett%20Thomas.jpeg) [Barrett Thomas](https://projectvanguard.com/speakers#barrett-thomas) Senior Development Manager, Apex Clean Energy · Austin Chapter Lead ![Austin veterans happy hour](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/austin_happy_hour_2025.jpg) 25+ local veterans · 5 energy employers · 3 members reported job leads within 30 days 2025 #### Houston Veterans Happy Hour Houston, TX Networking Veterans in energy professionals gathered in the energy capital of the world for an evening of networking. Hiring managers from Houston's top energy firms, veteran small business owners, and transitioning service members built connections over drinks and conversation. ![Sean Salas](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Sean%20Salas.jpeg) [Sean Salas](https://projectvanguard.com/speakers#sean-salas) VP of Sales, JLL Energy Advisory · Houston Chapter Lead Houston energy professionals · Career connections made · Local chapter community strengthened 2025 #### Project Vanguard Happy Hour — Las Vegas Las Vegas, NV Networking Vanguard brought veterans together in Las Vegas for a networking happy hour connecting veteran energy professionals in the Southwest with employers and community leaders in the region's growing solar, battery, and grid infrastructure sectors. ![Nick Martocci](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Screenshot%202026-01-07%20at%204.58.49%20PM.png) [Nick Martocci](https://projectvanguard.com/speakers#nick-martocci) Tower Training Academy · Western Chapter Lead Southwest veteran energy network activated · Local employer connections · Chapter growth in Nevada 2025 #### Veterans Happy Hour @ VIE Location varies Conference Project Vanguard hosted a networking happy hour at the Veterans in Energy conference, connecting members with fellow veteran energy professionals, hiring companies, and advocacy organizations working to build the veteran-to-energy pipeline. ![Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Kevin%20Head%20Shot%20-%202024v4.jpeg) [Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/about-us#founder) CEO & Founder, Project Vanguard Veterans in Energy community engaged · Cross-organization partnerships formed May 2025 #### Veterans Meet Up @ ACP's CLEANPOWER Conference Houston, TX Conference At ACP's CLEANPOWER Conference at the George R. Brown Convention Center, Project Vanguard hosted its largest conference meetup. Veterans met with the nation's top clean energy developers, manufacturers, and service providers. ![Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Kevin%20Head%20Shot%20-%202024v4.jpeg) [Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/about-us#founder) CEO & Founder, Project Vanguard George R. Brown Convention Center · Largest Vanguard conference activation · Top clean energy employers 2025 #### Veterans Happy Hour @ RE+ Texas Texas Conference Veterans gathered at RE+ Texas for a networking happy hour focused on the state's booming renewable energy market. Members connected with Texas-based developers, EPCs, and O&M companies actively hiring veterans for wind, solar, and storage roles. ![Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Kevin%20Head%20Shot%20-%202024v4.jpeg) [Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/about-us#founder) CEO & Founder, Project Vanguard Texas energy employers in the room · Veterans connected with local hiring managers Apr 2025 #### Veteran Tour of the National Laboratory of the Rockies Golden, CO Tour An exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of a national energy research laboratory. Veterans saw cutting-edge research in renewable energy, grid integration, and energy storage — and learned about career pathways that leverage their security clearances and technical backgrounds. ![Gabrielle Adair](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Gabrielle%20Adair.jpg) [Gabrielle Adair](https://projectvanguard.com/about-us#founder) Chief of Staff, Project Vanguard Exclusive lab access · Cutting-edge energy research · Federal career pathways for veterans with clearances 2025 #### Oklahoma Energy Day Oklahoma City, OK Community Veterans joined energy industry leaders and policymakers at the Oklahoma State Capitol for a day of advocacy and engagement around energy policy, workforce development, and the role veterans play in Oklahoma's all-of-the-above energy economy. ![Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Kevin%20Head%20Shot%20-%202024v4.jpeg) [Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/about-us#founder) CEO & Founder, Project Vanguard Oklahoma Capitol engagement · Veteran energy policy advocacy · Bipartisan energy conversations 2025 #### Trusted Voices, Powerful Impact: Activating Veterans in State Energy Policy Virtual Webinar Webinar A virtual panel exploring how veterans serve as trusted voices in state-level energy policy conversations. Featuring community leaders who have engaged with state legislators, permitting boards, and economic development councils to advocate for energy projects and veteran workforce pathways. ![Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Kevin%20Head%20Shot%20-%202024v4.jpeg) [Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/about-us#founder) CEO & Founder, Project Vanguard National virtual audience · State policy best practices shared · Community leaders featured 2025 #### Veterans in Energy Careers Webinar Virtual Webinar Webinar A virtual career workshop for veterans exploring the energy industry. Panelists shared career transition stories, hiring managers discussed what they look for in veteran candidates, and attendees learned about the pathways from military service to energy careers across wind, solar, oil & gas, and grid infrastructure. ![Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Kevin%20Head%20Shot%20-%202024v4.jpeg) [Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/about-us#founder) CEO & Founder, Project Vanguard National virtual audience · Career pathways demystified · Hiring managers on the panel Mar 2025 #### Veterans Happy Hour @ ACP Siting & Permitting Conference Denver, CO Conference At ACP's Siting & Permitting Conference at the Gaylord Rockies Resort, veterans connected with professionals navigating the permitting landscape for wind, solar, and storage projects. ![Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Kevin%20Head%20Shot%20-%202024v4.jpeg) [Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/about-us#founder) CEO & Founder, Project Vanguard Gaylord Rockies Resort · Permitting professionals connected · Development career conversations Mar 2025 #### Veterans Happy Hour @ CERAWeek Houston, TX Conference Veterans gathered during CERAWeek — the world's premier energy conference — for an exclusive networking happy hour in Houston with C-suite executives, policymakers, and hiring managers from across the global energy landscape. ![Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Kevin%20Head%20Shot%20-%202024v4.jpeg) [Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/about-us#founder) CEO & Founder, Project Vanguard Global energy leaders · Fortune 500 executives · Key industry partnerships formed Mar 2025 #### Texas Energy Day @ State Capitol Austin, TX Community Vanguard members joined energy industry leaders at the Texas State Capitol for meetings with legislators, advocating for veteran workforce development and energy security. ![Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Kevin%20Head%20Shot%20-%202024v4.jpeg) [Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/about-us#founder) CEO & Founder, Project Vanguard ![Texas Energy Day](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/texas_lege_day_2025.png) 12 legislative meetings · Bipartisan support · 3 local media stories 2025 #### Meet & Greet at Cypress Creek Renewables Location varies Career An exclusive employer meet-and-greet hosted at Cypress Creek Renewables. Veterans toured the offices, met with hiring managers and team leads, and learned about career opportunities in solar development, project management, and operations — with direct pathways for military veterans. ![Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Kevin%20Head%20Shot%20-%202024v4.jpeg) [Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/about-us#founder) CEO & Founder, Project Vanguard Direct employer access · Hiring manager introductions · Solar career pathways explored 2025 #### Veterans Meetup @ RECHARGE Location varies Conference Project Vanguard organized a veteran meetup at RECHARGE, an energy storage conference. Veterans in the battery, grid, and storage sectors came together for networking and career conversations at one of the fastest-growing segments of the energy industry. ![Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Kevin%20Head%20Shot%20-%202024v4.jpeg) [Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/about-us#founder) CEO & Founder, Project Vanguard Energy storage industry connections · Battery & grid sector networking 2025 #### Acciona Wind Farm Site Tour West Texas Tour Veterans went behind the fence line at an Acciona wind energy facility for a hands-on tour of turbine operations, maintenance bays, and control systems. ![Brad Quigley](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Brad%20Quigley.jpeg) [Bradford Quigley](https://projectvanguard.com/speakers#bradford-quigley) CEO, Solar Ranch Xperts · West Texas Chapter Lead ![Acciona site tour](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/acciona_site_tour_2025.jpg) 15 veterans toured · 2 members hired into wind energy within 60 days 2025 #### Texas Tour — Sweetwater Kickoff Sweetwater, TX Texas Tour The inaugural stop of the 2025 Texas Tour launched in Sweetwater. Veterans toured wind facilities, met with local employers, and kicked off the road campaign with live podcast recordings and an evening networking event. ![Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Kevin%20Head%20Shot%20-%202024v4.jpeg) [Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/about-us#founder) CEO & Founder, Project Vanguard ![Gabrielle Adair](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Gabrielle%20Adair.jpg) [Gabrielle Adair](https://projectvanguard.com/about-us#founder) Chief of Staff, Project Vanguard 20+ veterans · Wind facility tours · Live podcast recordings · Employer networking 2025 #### Texas Tour — San Angelo San Angelo, TX Texas Tour Solar grazing site visits and community engagement with local officials and business leaders. Veterans met Brad Quigley and the Solar Ranch Xperts team. ![Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Kevin%20Head%20Shot%20-%202024v4.jpeg) [Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/about-us#founder) CEO & Founder, Project Vanguard ![Gabrielle Adair](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Gabrielle%20Adair.jpg) [Gabrielle Adair](https://projectvanguard.com/about-us#founder) Chief of Staff, Project Vanguard Solar grazing site visits · Local official meetings · Community leader networking 2025 #### Texas Tour — Midland/Odessa Midland, TX Texas Tour The Permian Basin stop — veterans face-to-face with American oil and gas alongside the region's growing renewable energy footprint. ![Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Kevin%20Head%20Shot%20-%202024v4.jpeg) [Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/about-us#founder) CEO & Founder, Project Vanguard ![Gabrielle Adair](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Gabrielle%20Adair.jpg) [Gabrielle Adair](https://projectvanguard.com/about-us#founder) Chief of Staff, Project Vanguard Energy facility tours · Permian Basin employer networking · Meetings with local officials 2025 #### Texas Tour — Abilene Abilene, TX Texas Tour Another West Texas energy hub — veterans toured operational sites and connected with workforce development programs in wind energy operations, construction, and grid infrastructure. ![Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Kevin%20Head%20Shot%20-%202024v4.jpeg) [Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/about-us#founder) CEO & Founder, Project Vanguard ![Gabrielle Adair](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Gabrielle%20Adair.jpg) [Gabrielle Adair](https://projectvanguard.com/about-us#founder) Chief of Staff, Project Vanguard Energy site tours · Workforce development · Community evening event 2025 #### Texas Tour — Houston Houston, TX Texas Tour The energy capital of the world. Veterans connected with hiring teams from major Houston-based energy companies, toured facilities, and built relationships that turned into job offers and mentorships. ![Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Kevin%20Head%20Shot%20-%202024v4.jpeg) [Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/about-us#founder) CEO & Founder, Project Vanguard ![Gabrielle Adair](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Gabrielle%20Adair.jpg) [Gabrielle Adair](https://projectvanguard.com/about-us#founder) Chief of Staff, Project Vanguard 30+ veterans · Major employer networking · Facility tours · Job offers reported Sep 2024 #### Veterans Happy Hour @ RE+ 2024 Anaheim, CA Conference Project Vanguard's first major conference activation at RE+ 2024. Veterans from across the country came together in Anaheim and put Vanguard on the map as the go-to veteran energy community at industry conferences. ![Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/hubfs/Kevin%20Head%20Shot%20-%202024v4.jpeg) [Kevin Doffing](https://projectvanguard.com/about-us#founder) CEO & Founder, Project Vanguard First national conference activation · Major clean energy employers · Established Vanguard's conference presence ![](https://px.ads.linkedin.com/collect/?pid=8834124&fmt=gif)