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LET US SPOTLIGHT YOU!
About Us
Our Purpose
On Tuesday, March 27, 2018 Erica N. Parks, The Organizer, Camouflage Me Not held the launch of a new initiative at South Fulton Library located at 4055 Flat Shoals Road, Union City, Georgia 30291. She is a Georgia native, Army Veteran, and public health practitioner. Ms. Parks has 10+ years of experience in behavioral health and 7+ years of civic involvement. The purpose of the launch was to unveil Camouflage Me Not which means "Don't Hide Me". It was designed to create a holistic and community approach to enhance the transition process for women and minority veterans. There were approximately 20 people in attendance. The attendees were a political candidate, veterans, small business owners, service providers, and family members of veterans.
Get Involved
Stay connected, to learn more about our monthly MeetUps. This is where we provide expert facilitators to lead interactive discussions, and opportunities for our attendees to address their most pressing concerns pertaining to quality of life issues for veterans and their dependents. Our main goal is to alleviate transition stress.
Thank You
Whether you help through monetary donations, volunteering your time, or spreading our mission through word-of-mouth, thank you. We couldn't accomplish our goals without the help of supporters like you.
HONORING OUR VETERANS
Gladiators on The Ground
Our focus for November is #gladiatorsontheground. Camouflage Me Not is committed to advocating for veterans by challenging the perception of veterans to rebrand their image in America.
We will recognize them through our special spotlight beginning on Veterans Day.
• HONOR our veterans with their spotlight on our website and social media platforms
• Showcase their LEADERSHIP in the community
• Provide opportunities for you to connect and network with them through their continuous
TRANSFORMATION process
Veterans click the link below and complete the form to be spotlighted https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf_are5AoKHemmchm9Xl9RH0TD-Jk_JrA2CCUsm_Uq5Rhgv6g/viewform?usp=pp_ur.
***Follow the instructions on the form.
Meet Our Gladiator of The Day
PROUD VETERAN
Meet our #gladiator of the day, David Nash, an Army Veteran. He is an Atlanta native and an alum of Kennesaw State University, with a bachelor's degree in Health and Physical Education. David served eight years in the Army Reserves as a Medical Logistics Supply Sergeant as a member of the 427th Medical Logistics Battalion, serving a tour in Bagram, Afghanistan for Operation Enduring Freedom. David also spent three years teaching Health & Weight training in the Fulton County School System and now is developing fitness programs for various companies and universities around Atlanta.
Now, David is the proud Owner of Pinnacle Fitness Center. He is a devoted husband to Faith, and they have four beautiful children. David and Faith have been married for 14 years, and they reside in Decatur, Georgia.
We asked him a few questions about his service and transition. See his responses below.
1.) How have you utilized your military training for re-entry into the civilian sector?
I have used social skills and leadership training in business and created training manuals for my business.
2.) Describe your perfect post-military opportunity. What are you doing? How has your life (family/career/business) changed? What impact are you making? How do you feel about this new opportunity?
I am the proud owner of Pinnacle Fitness Center, which is in Decatur, Georgia. We offer fitness classes, personal training, and customized nutrition plans. I also just built out an online digital platform called Pinnacle Fit Now over the past four months for people looking to get on-demand fitness classes, virtual personal training, and wellness courses. I am looking to grow both service offerings and help more people improve their health.
3.) If you are the only veteran that I would ever meet, what would be the MOST important thing that you would like me to know about you? Make it personal.
I have a passion for fitness and helping people lose weight.
4.) In your opinion, what is the BIGGEST myth about veterans?
Veterans are all crazy with PTSD or alcoholics.
5.) What is your preferred contact information for people to engage, connect, and network with you?
Connect with me on Instagram at decatur@pinnaclefitnesscenter.com, https://www.facebook.com/PinnacleFitnessCenter.Decatur, https://www.instagram.com/pinnaclefitnesscenter/
Veterans click https://bit.ly/34YJ4CTand complete the form to be spotlighted here.
Learn More
Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter or visit our website at www.camouflagemenot.com, to read about our featured gladiators.
"BOARD INFO SESSION"
ZOOM MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT
“Every year, approximately 200,000 men and women leave the U.S. military service and return to life as civilians, a process known as the military to civilian transition.”~Veterans Benefits Administration
Now, that they have taken off their uniforms, “Don’t Hide Them or Throw Them Away!” Support the less than 1% of the American population that chose to serve our nation.
Veterans and their dependents need you to be an active part in advocating for the advancement of policies, procedures, and the resources needed to enhance their quality of life.
It’s a big deal considering the many sacrifices that they willing made for you to indulge in the opportunities that you have.
Hence, Camouflage Me Not (CMN) is looking for 6-8 professionals to serve as our founding board members. After two years, of being in our initiative phase, we are organizing to form as a 501(c) 4, an advocacy and lobbying nonprofit organization.
Erica N. Parks, MPH, CNP, Our CEO and Founder is hosting weekly “Board Info Sessions” on Wednesdays at 8:00 p.m. EST for prospective candidates.
The sessions will include:
- Introduction and Overview of CMN
- Board Application Process
- Questions and Answers
FOR MORE DETAILS: info@camouflagemenot.com or contact Erica N. Parks, MPH, CNP at 404.836.3781.
**All applicants must submit their packet NLT Friday, December 18, 2020 by 11:59 p.m. EST. **
Learn More
Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter to read about the work we are doing to advocate for our veterans.
Donate Now
$25.00
CMN is innovative, becoming a 501(c) 4 advocacy non-profit organization. We are very excited because we are expanding and becoming more visible in the community at large. Erica was recently recognized by the Atlanta Business Chronicle for their inaugural Veterans in Business Awards event. She was the ONLY FEMALE recipient of the "Veteran Owned Business Award" in September 2019.
- Are YOU willing to support a mission founded by a rising minority female vetprenuer?
- Do YOU seek to support innovative initiatives with a proven track record?
- Do YOU desire to support veteran advocacy that creates a bridge between clientele (non-profits, for-profits, corporations, government, etc.) and lawmakers?
Then, donate $25 for the advancement of Camouflage Me Not! Support our vision!