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Our programatic pillars are designed to not only promote awareness of veterans’ matters but also facilitate tangible solutions while charting career paths and leadership opportunities for transitioning service members, veterans and their families as they reintergrate with civilian life.

Here’s who we are and how we serve:

What We Are

A foundation that brings organizations and resources together to solve friction points experienced by our service members, veterans, first responders and family members. Whether in motorsports, in entrepreneurship or in education, we pride ourselves in collaborating with industry leading brands to create unique opportunities & experiences that effectivley benefit our warrior community.

Who are we

We’re a diverse team of Veteran business owners, community leaders and advocates who believe passionately in continued service in our communities and our country. We represent every level of military service, age and gender, and are united in our commitment to our brothers and sisters in arms.

How we do it

We strive to stay clear of political impasses or divisive dead-ends while forging impactful relationships with organizations that appreciate our unique way of service. We forever subscribe to the belief that our collective unity is greater than the sum of individual talents and resumes. We think and live in what is possible & positive for our nation and fellow veterans.

A SUCCESSFUL TEAM BEATS WITH ONE HEART

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Meet

The Team

Our team is composed of seasoned professionals with the knowledge and experience to recognize problem areas and formulate solutions.

Lee Hediger

Founder & Chairman

West Point graduate & Vietnam Era Veteran. Cofounder of financial services firm “Provenance Wealth Advisors”.

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Fred Roger

Executive Director

Marine Corps Veteran, professor, recognized entrepreneur and investor.

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Scott "Scrat" Beck

Motorsports Director

Naval Aviator, entrepreneur, logistics & motorsports expert.

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Ruben Ruiz Jr.

Operations Director

Marine Corps Veteran, father, proven businessman and law enforcement officer.

Dave Seepersad

Technology Director

Proud Veteran advocate, PHD and technology expert.

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Derek Auguste

Community Director

Army Veteran, community leader, education advocate and entrepreneur.

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Joseph Plumadore

Photographer

Army Veteran, entrepreneur, social media expert and photographer.

Gabriel Mesa

Support Services

Veteran advocate, chef and jack-of-all-trades.

Joe Rosenheck

Board Member

The “God Father” of our motorsports program. A devoted patriot, Veteran advocate, successful business owner and professional race car driver.

Paul Cook

Board Member

Proud Veteran advocate, retired race car driver and business owner.

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Bill Carney

Board Member

Vietnam Era Army Veteran, advocate, former Special Olympics Operations Officer and seasoned event planner.

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Mary Moscatelli

Board Member

Veteran advocate with over 2 decades of serving the disabled community through the arts.

Patrick Jeahne

Board Member

Patriot, Veteran Advocate, former NASCAR driver and proven business man.

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Chad Maxey

Board Member

West Point graduate, Veteran, advocate and entrepreneur.

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Bret Baker

Board Member

Retired Marine Corps MSgt, father and Skip Barber staff member.

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Testimonials

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Gen. Andrew P. Poppas

Commanding General, FORSCOM

I applaud the passion & commitment of The Veterans Trust in supporting our service members and veterans as they transition back into civilian life. They recognizes the incredible attributes and powerful impact they have in our economy and communities. I take great pride in their accomplishments and ongoing efforts.

Carlos A. Giménez

Congressman

I call upon the good people of Miami-Dade County to join me in praising The Veterans Trust for making a difference in the lives of those who have sacrificed for our freedom.

Jose "Pepe" Diaz

Miami-Dade County Chairman

The Veterans Trust has made a tremendous impact the lives of countless Veterans in our county and throughout our great nation. I commend them on their efforts and will continue supporting their mission.

Stephen Moss

Founding Chair - Mission United

The Veterans Trust is an amazing philanthropic organization that provides invaluable resources to veterans, first responders and their families.

John Bambacus

Former State Senator

As a Vietnam Marine Veteran, I have witnessed firsthand the dedication, commitment and respect of The Veterans Trust for our military veterans, first responders and their families.

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The Veterans Trust ® is a tax exempt 501(C)(3) nonprofit organization #46-4677773.

515 E Las Olas Blvd, 15th Fl.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

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