AVB is THRILLED to announce that Miss Maryland for America Strong 2021 Queen & Combat U. S. ARMY Staff Sergeant Veteran Ms. Aziza Howard join the AVB2022 Ambassador Line-Up. Aziza Howard is a U.S. Army Combat Veteran who advocates for Wounded Warriors. With her day job, she continues her commitment by holding a career within […]
AVB is PROUD to announce that Mrs. International 2021 Queen Mrs. Yolanda Stennett will be joining our AVB2023 Ambassador Line-Up. J.Crew. Eddie Bauer. Macy’s. GAP. MTV. WE: Women’s Entertainment. TLC. These are just a few of the places where you may have previously seen Yolanda Stennett, Mrs. International 2021, who was also the first female […]
Samuel Cachola is an accomplished Marine Corps veteran, real estate broker and founder of Reality Realty Professionals, co-founder of Heroes’ Media Group, and Chief Operating Officer, American Veteran’s Ball. Sam continues to lead, serve, and support our nation and communities by taking care of our heroes. Sam is a positive contagion of energy, who has […]
Ms. Elena Russo (COMCAST-NBCUniversal ) will be the Mistress of Ceremonies for the Fifth Annual Salute to American Veterans Ball (AVB2022) on Friday – May 20th, 2022 which will take place at the MGM – Casino & Resorts in National Harbor, MD. Elena’s television experience runs the gamut from professional sports and public affairs to […]
AVB2020 is proud to announce that Mr. Terrence Hayes, Retired, Master Sergeant (USA), will rejoin us as this year’s Master of Ceremonies. Terrence currently serves as the Director, Communication and Public Affairs, for the Veterans for Foreign Wars of the United States. In his role, he advises VFW leadership and senior executives on matters pertaining […]
Marta Bota is a Professional Makeup Artist, with over 25 years of experience. Her areas of expertise are in television makeup, special event and red carpet makeup application, bridal beauty, and more! Marta started her career in the fashion industry in New York City and has worked for over 20 years in the television industry! […]
Lieutenant General Ron Christmas is currently an Ambassador for the American Veterans Ball (AVB) and we are so blessed to have his leadership, guidance, mentorship, and support as part of the AVB team. He also an advisor to the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation and served as the President and CEO from 1997 until his retirement […]
Mr. William Winters is a retired Sergeant Major veteran, United States Marine Corps (USMC). Mr. Winters began his service in 1980 and served in various assignments during his career. Mr. Winters tours of duty included assignments as a Marine Cadre Instructor, Drill Instructor, Senior Enlisted Assignment monitor, Company 1st Sergeant- Company “A”, Marine Barracks, 8th […]