Stephanie is a nationally recognized leader and sought after subject matter expert on military entrepreneurship.  As CEO and Founder of The Rosie Network, Stephanie has been featured on numerous national and local news channels, including national FOX News, CBS and NPR.  She has also been featured in Woman’s Day Magazine, Business Insider, The New York Times, Military Families Magazine and U.S. Veterans Magazine, to name a few.  She is the spouse of retired R. Admiral Thomas L. Brown (SEAL) and the daughter of an Air Force Vietnam veteran. 

Stephanie has dedicated over 20 years to supporting and advocating on behalf of military families, and veterans. Some of her awards include:

• Department of the Army Civilian Service Commendation Medal
• SBA 2019 Veteran Small Business Champion of the Year
• Innovator of the Year, Our City San Diego magazine
• Small Business Owner of the Year, San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce
• Top 10 Most Influential Military Spouse Business Owners 
• HillVets 100 Award by U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation
• 50 Business Leaders Making a Difference and 500 Most Influential Leaders by San Diego Business Journal

Stephanie is a member of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense, Military Community and Family Policy, Spouse Ambassador Network and Military Spouse Employment Partnership (MSEP) and leads the Military Spouse Entrepreneur Taskforce.  She is a founding affiliate partner of the Coalition of Veteran Owned Business (CVOB), S.D. Regional Chamber of Commerce Chair of the Veteran and Military Affairs Committee, and served on the CalVet Board of Advisors.  The Browns live in San Diego with their horses, dogs and alpacas on what is referred to as the Brown Family Farm.

Anthony Gantt is a retired Marine Major with more than 22 years of service, a husband, and father of six who experienced firsthand the challenges military families face during frequent relocations. After navigating three moves in two years with his wife, Novia, the couple founded atease to simplify the booking and reimbursement process for PCS (Permanent Change of Station) orders. Founded and operated by active military families and veterans, atease is a short-term rental platform dedicated to helping military and federal employees find government-approved temporary housing with less stress, less time, and greater ease.

Beth Conlin serves as Board Chair of the Military Spouse Chamber of Commerce and is the Senior Lead for PAN Amazon Business Development at Amazon Web Services. An Army spouse, Beth has been a dedicated advocate for military spouse employment since 2013, using her own experiences with career disruption during an overseas move to drive efforts focused on employment access, entrepreneurship, and connecting military spouses to meaningful long-term careers. Beyond her work at AWS, she advises and leads initiatives across organizations and government working groups focused on reducing employment barriers for military spouses, and holds an MBA from Chaminade University of Honolulu and a BS in Communications from the University of Idaho.

A seasoned attorney with a distinguished career spanning both private and government sectors, Lori brings extensive expertise in federal, state, and local policy. Complementing this is a strong background in complex research design and analytics team leadership, coupled with proficiency in risk management, quality assurance, and navigating complex policy and regulatory landscapes. As a certified Project Management Professional (PMP), Lori also offers valuable strategic communications skills.

Amy Schweizer is a Marine spouse of more than 10 years, mother of three boys, and an experienced leader in youth sports development with a background spanning coaching, program management, and the professional sports industry, including experience with the Cincinnati Ladyhawks and the Philadelphia 76ers. She is the founder and owner of Tiny Troops Soccer, a global developmental program for children ages 1–8 with 35 locations worldwide, focused on supporting the well-being of military children, families, and communities while creating meaningful employment opportunities for military spouses. Amy holds degrees in Finance and Sport Management, is a published author of I Will Be Okay – Adventures of a Military Kid, and has employed more than 100 military spouses through her work.

Rebecca Feaster brings more than 25 years of experience in executive coaching, curriculum development, facilitation, and consulting for government agencies, nonprofits, private industry, and individuals. A former Air Force officer who served during Operation Desert Storm, she has built a distinguished career designing communication, community engagement, and diversity-focused training programs, earning national recognition for innovation and leadership. Rebecca holds degrees from Tufts University and Johns Hopkins University and is widely recognized for creating engaging, impactful learning experiences that help organizations strengthen communication, inclusion, and community connections.

Joey Moehrholt (They/Them) is a queer Army spouse and digital marketing specialist whose experiences within the military community inspired a passion for advocacy and connection, particularly for LGBTQ+ and male military spouses. After discovering the positive impact yoga had during PCS transitions and military life changes, Joey became a yoga teacher in 2017 and now serves as Director of Communications at Mindful Yoga Therapy, a nonprofit focused on trauma-informed and evidence-based yoga training. Joey is dedicated to creating more inclusive spaces and expanding support and visibility for underserved communities within the military spouse network.

Adrene is an experienced community and economic development professional with a background in training and workforce development, specializing in building connections between military bases, defense communities, and local industries. As both an Air Force veteran and military spouse, she has focused her efforts on supporting transitioning service members and military families by addressing employment and underemployment challenges through strategic partnerships and workforce initiatives. Combining continued education with hands-on experience, Adrene has contributed to impactful teams and programs designed to strengthen opportunities for military-connected communities.

Rosa L. Carmona, originally from Puerto Rico, brings more than 20 years of experience as a military spouse and a strong passion for supporting and advocating for military families, particularly within the Hispanic community. Since moving to the United States in 2002 with her Coast Guard spouse, she has mentored military spouses, volunteered within schools and communities, and worked to help families navigate both the opportunities and challenges of military life. Drawing from her own experiences—including the challenges of entrepreneurship as a military spouse—Rosa remains dedicated to creating meaningful support systems and empowering others through service and advocacy.  

Stephanie Gerson is a military spouse and community-minded professional with a background in global studies, tourism, and nonprofit management, driven by a passion for travel and community development. Determined to build a meaningful and adaptable career alongside military life, she expanded her expertise through certifications in nonprofit management, grant writing, and sustainable tourism, and now works as an independent travel agent with Passports and Pinots. Alongside raising her family and traveling with her Marine spouse and two children, Stephanie actively gives back through volunteer leadership and service within military spouse communities.

TaTanisha Jones-Brown is a dedicated community advocate and Child Development Specialist with more than 10 years of experience managing military childcare programs and supporting military families. Since beginning her work with military communities at Nellis Air Force Base in 1997, she has built a career focused on program management, mentorship, resource development, and creating meaningful support systems for military-connected families. As the widow of a retired Air Force Master Sergeant, TaTanisha brings both professional expertise and personal experience to her passion for strengthening communities through service, leadership, and advocacy.