Camaraderie Foundation

Ten years of service. Thousands of lives touched. One unwavering commitment to our mission.

This year, Ruben Gonzalez celebrates 10 years with Camaraderie Foundation, a remarkable milestone that reflects a decade of dedication to veterans, service members, and their families.

Over the years, Ruben has served with compassion, integrity, and an unwavering belief that no one should face life’s challenges alone. Whether supporting military families, representing our mission in the community, or offering guidance during difficult moments, his impact has been felt by countless individuals across the veteran community.

At Camaraderie Foundation, anniversaries are measured not just in years, but in lives changed, hope restored, and relationships built. Ruben’s decade of service is a testament to all three.

Thank you, Ruben, for your leadership, your heart for service, and your continued commitment to standing behind those who served.

Please join us in celebrating Ruben Gonzalez and thanking him for 10 years of dedication to Camaraderie Foundation.






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🎙️ We are excited to recognize 105.9 SUNNY FM Audacy, Inc. as an In-Kind Media Sponsor of our upcoming PTSD Awareness Fundraising Breakfast.

Through their generous support, 105.9 SUNNY FM is helping amplify our message across Central Florida, raising awareness about PTSD, mental health, and the importance of ensuring that veterans, service members, and their families know they are not alone.

We are also honored to welcome Chase Skylar DeMayo, Ph.D, AMDA as our Master of Ceremonies for this year’s event.

Chase is more than a familiar voice in our community. He is a veteran, a member of the Camaraderie Foundation Board of Directors, and a passionate advocate for veterans and military families. His continued commitment to service, both on and off the air, reflects the very spirit of our mission.

Thank you, 105.9 SUNNY FM and Chase Skylar DeMayo, for helping us raise awareness, inspire hope, and stand behind those who served.

📅 PTSD Awareness Fundraising Breakfast
🗓 June 25, 2026
📍 The Celeste Hotel

There is still time to join us as a sponsor or attendee.

🎟️ Register or sponsor today:

https://lnkd.in/eFdVzNfP

Together, we stand behind those who served.






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One week from today, our community will come together for a morning of hope, awareness, and action at the PTSD Awareness Fundraising Breakfast benefiting Camaraderie Foundation.

As we count down to this important event, we want to pause and express our sincere gratitude to the incredible organizations that have already stepped forward to stand behind those who served.

Thank you to our confirmed sponsors:

ECS – Engineering & Computer Simulations, our Presenting Sponsor
Lukos – Photography Sponsor
FAIRWINDS Credit Union – Videography Sponsor
eTMS Powered by JLC Services Inc.
Orange County Sheriff’s Office, Orlando, Florida

Your support is more than sponsorship. It is an investment in the mental health, healing, and resilience of veterans, service members, and their families.

There is still time to join us.

✅ Become a sponsor
✅ Reserve your seat
✅ Help us raise awareness about PTSD and mental health in the veteran community

📅 June 25, 2026
📍 The Celeste Hotel, Orlando
🎟 Register or sponsor today at www.camaraderiefoundation.org/events

Together, we stand behind those who served.






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Today, we get to learn from another one of our newest Board Members, Stephanie Ketron, Keynote Speaker of Westgate Resorts.

Stephanie serves as Vice President of Learning & Development at Westgate Resorts, where she leads enterprise-wide learning strategy across resort operations, contact centers, instructional design, and virtual training. Under her leadership, Westgate’s Learning & Development team has earned national recognition, including being named a Top 100 Learning & Development Team.

A respected voice in workforce development and organizational learning, Stephanie has shared her expertise at national conferences including ARDA, CLO Exchange, Unleash America, DevLearn, and HR Tech. She also serves as Vice President of Operations for the Association for Talent Development (ATD) Central Florida chapter.

What makes Stephanie’s service to Camaraderie Foundation especially meaningful is her personal connection to our mission. As a veteran of the U.S. Army Reserves, she understands firsthand the importance of supporting service members, veterans, and their families as they navigate life’s transitions and challenges.

Stephanie brings a powerful combination of leadership, strategic thinking, workforce development expertise, and a heart for service. We are honored to welcome her to the Camaraderie Foundation Board of Directors and look forward to the impact her leadership will have on our organization and the community we serve.

Please join us in welcoming Stephanie to the Camaraderie Foundation family.






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Today, we are proud to spotlight one of our newest Board Members, Olesea Aguilar, MBA, SPHR, HR Director and Business Partner with AdventHealth.

Olesea is a healthcare Human Resources leader with nearly two decades of experience specializing in organizational strategy, workforce transformation, employee relations, and leadership development.

In her role at AdventHealth Altamonte Springs, she partners closely with executive leadership to support organizational performance, culture, talent strategy, and operational excellence. Beyond her campus responsibilities, she also supports broader divisional operations across multiple off-site emergency departments and a behavioral recovery center.

Throughout her career, Olesea has been recognized for her ability to lead through complexity, build strong leadership partnerships, and drive meaningful organizational change. She is passionate about creating environments where people feel supported, valued, and empowered to succeed.

In addition to her professional accomplishments, Olesea is deeply committed to community engagement and service. Her dedication to supporting the well-being of others aligns closely with Camaraderie Foundation’s mission of providing emotional and mental health support to veterans, service members, and their families.

We are honored to welcome Olesea to the Camaraderie Foundation Board of Directors and look forward to the leadership, expertise, and compassion she will bring to our organization and the community we serve.

Please join us in welcoming Olesea to the Camaraderie Foundation family.






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Strong organizations are built by strong leaders.

Camaraderie Foundation is proud to welcome two exceptional professionals to our Board of Directors as we continue expanding support for veterans, service members, and their families.

Please join us in welcoming:

🔹 Stephanie Ketron, Keynote Speaker
Vice President of Learning & Development, Westgate Resorts

A veteran of the U.S. Army Reserves and a nationally recognized leader in workforce and leadership development, Stephanie brings extensive experience in talent development, organizational learning, and employee engagement.

🔹 Olesea Aguilar, MBA, SPHR, HR Director & Business Partner, AdventHealth Altamonte Springs

With nearly two decades of leadership experience in healthcare human resources, organizational strategy, workforce transformation, and leadership development, Olesea is passionate about helping people and organizations thrive.

Together, Stephanie and Olesea strengthen our Board with expertise in leadership development, workforce strategy, healthcare, organizational culture, and employee well-being—areas that closely align with Camaraderie Foundation’s commitment to helping veterans and their families thrive.

We are grateful for their willingness to serve and look forward to the leadership, insight, and experience they will bring to our mission.

Please join us in welcoming Stephanie and Olesea to the Camaraderie Foundation family.






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Service, sacrifice, and the need for connection do not end when military service does.

We are grateful to Sumter Correctional Institution and the Florida Department of Corrections for the opportunity to engage in meaningful conversation with veterans currently housed within their facility.

A special thank you to Andrew Louis, Classification Officer at SUMTER COUNTY CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION, for extending the invitation and helping make this important discussion possible.

We are also proud to recognize Ruben Gonzalez , Director of Counseling Services at Camaraderie Foundation, for representing our organization and sharing insights on resilience, mental health, personal growth, and the importance of finding purpose through life’s challenges.

At Camaraderie Foundation, we believe every veteran deserves dignity, support, and the opportunity to build a brighter future. Conversations like these help reinforce that service members are more than the circumstances they may face and that hope, accountability, and personal transformation remain possible.

Thank you to everyone who participated and contributed to a meaningful and impactful discussion.






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Please join me in welcoming Christina Peterson to the Camaraderie Foundation team as our new Events Manager.

Christina joins us at an exciting time as we prepare for our PTSD Awareness Breakfast, American Patriot Gala, Camaraderie in Motion 5K, Family Fun Days, Mentor Leadership Program activities, and a growing calendar of events that support veterans and their families.

As our organization continues to grow, so does the importance of creating meaningful experiences that bring our community together, strengthen connections, increase awareness, and generate support for those we serve. Christina’s background in event planning, project coordination, and relationship management will help us continue building that momentum.

We’re excited to have her join the team and look forward to the contributions she will make as we continue expanding our impact and serving veterans and their families across the country.

Welcome to the Camaraderie family, Christina!

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Community impact happens when organizations come together with a shared commitment to serving others.

Today, I had the opportunity to pick up donations collected through a partnership between Verizon and TeamBonding in support of veterans and military families served by Camaraderie Foundation.

These donations represent more than items in a bag. They reflect the generosity of employees, volunteers, and community members who chose to invest in the well-being of those who have served our nation.

We are incredibly grateful to Verizon and TeamBonding for coordinating this effort and for demonstrating the power of collaboration, service, and community engagement.

Partnerships like these help strengthen the network of support surrounding veterans and their families while reminding them that they are not alone on their journey.

Thank you for helping us continue our mission of providing connection, support, strength, and purpose to those we proudly serve.






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