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We’re excited to introduce Leah Webber, our new International Engagement Coordinator, to the CORTEK family! Leah brings a unique blend of academic excellence and hands-on experience in international affairs and public service. Her impressive background includes interning with the U.S. Department of State Interagency Office at USEUCOM, contributing to social impact projects for unaccompanied minors through KIND (Kids in Need of Defense), and serving in leadership roles across academic and nonprofit settings. Leah’s passion for international relations was shaped by her experiences as a military child, living abroad for much of her life. Now, she’s excited to call Washington, D.C. home for the next chapter of her journey. We’re thrilled to have Leah on board and can’t wait to see the impact she’ll make at CORTEK! Welcome to the CORTEK, Family, Leah! We are delighted to have you! #WelcomeToTheTeam #CORTEKFamily #NewHire #Teamwork #CORTEK #SDVOSB #TeamCORTEK #CORTEKproud #HereWeGrow

We’re proud to welcome Joseph Ferry to the CORTEK family as one of our Senior Analysts! Joe brings over 20 years of dedicated service in the U.S. Army, where he specialized as a Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) Specialist, focusing on Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosive (CBRNE) response and counterproliferation. His extensive expertise in national security is complemented by his ongoing studies in the National Security and Foreign Policy program at American University’s School of International Service. We’re honored to have Joe’s leadership and expertise as part of our team and look forward to the impact he’ll make on CORTEK’s mission. Please join us in giving him a warm welcome! Welcome to the CORTEK Family, Joe! We are delighted to have you on our team! #WelcomeToTheTeam #CORTEKFamily #NewHire #Teamwork #CORTEK #SDVOSB #TeamCORTEK #CORTEKproud #HereWeGrow

As we step into 2025, we celebrate the achievements of the past year and look forward to new opportunities ahead. Thank you to our team, partners, and Veterans for being part of our journey. Wishing you a year of health, happiness, and success. Cheers to a fantastic 2025! #HappyNewYear #CORTEK #SDVOSB #ThankYouVets #CORTEKFamily #TeamCORTEK #CORTEKproud

This holiday season, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to our team, partners, and Veterans. Your dedication and commitment are the foundation of our success. May your holidays be merry, bright, and filled with joy as we celebrate this special time of year! #HappyHolidays #CORTEK #SDVOSB #ThankYouVets #CORTEKFamily #TeamCORTEK #CORTEKproud #SeasonsGreetings

Today, we honor the incredible legacy of the National Guard, established on December 13, 1636. For nearly four centuries, the Guard has stood ready to serve and protect our nation, both at home and abroad. From responding to natural disasters to answering the call during times of conflict, these brave men and women exemplify dedication, resilience, and community spirit. At CORTEK, we are proud to celebrate and support the National Guard’s commitment to keeping our country safe and strong. Join us in thanking the National Guard for their service and sacrifice. Happy Birthday, National Guard! #CORTEK #CORTEKFamily #SDVOSB #TeamCORTEK #ThankAServiceMember #ThankYouForYourService #Freedom #CORTEKproud #USAproud #WeHonorThem #RememberYourServiceMembers #NationalGuardBirthday #ServingSince1636 #ThankYouNationalGuard #SupportOurServiceMembers

If you made it ping me and let's talk about Dept of State, DTRA, DHS CWMD office, and much more.... #CBRN #CWMD CORTEK is leading the way and proud to be part of the mission.

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at CORTEK! Today, we thank our fantastic #CORTEKFamily and incredible clients who make our work possible and enjoyable. We hope your day is overflowing with love, laughter, and delicious food. Here's to a day of giving thanks and being surrounded by those you cherish most! #Thanksgiving #CORTEK #Grateful #CORTEKFamily #TeamCORTEK #CORTEKProud #SDVOSB

One team one fight! CORTEK | Micheal Sizemore M.B.A, Ph.D., PMP | James Bonner

Today, we honor and thank all who have served in the US Armed Forces. Your sacrifices, courage, and dedication to our nation are the foundation of our freedom.   Liam Shovlin, the son of our Team Lead, Johanna Perez-Shovlin, supporting our Veterans through her dedicated work on our ETSSS contract, wrote a heartfelt essay for his middle school Language Arts class on honoring our fallen Veterans. His words moved and impressed us deeply, and we felt it fitting to share them this Veterans Day. We hope you feel as moved and proud of his patriotism and dedication to recognizing our Veterans as much as we do. Prepare to smile.   The Honorable Ones By Liam Shovlin    What can we do to acknowledge the achievements of all Veterans; fallen and alive? Veterans make up 6% of the population, equating to over 18 million people. We need to honor all these Veterans, more than just saying “Thank you for your service.” We need to help them get support they need after the hardships they have gone through. “Our debt to the heroic men and valiant women in the service of our country can never be repaid. They have earned our undying gratitude.” – Harry S. Truman. One way I honor Veterans is pledging allegiance to the flag at school and at Boy Scouts. Another way I honor Veterans is going to cemeteries with the Boy Scouts to replace tattered flags with new ones on graves. The older flags get retired on Flag Day, which respectfully disposes them. Many of the flat grave markers have overgrowth and dirt on it, covering the eternal home of Veterans. We respectfully dig the dirt off the graves. This shows how we can honor fallen soldiers. Anyone can go out to the cemeteries to uncover the dirt off the graves, honoring Veterans. Changing how we thank Veterans makes an impact. Saying, “Thank you for your sacrifices” or “Welcome home” to Vietnam War Veterans shows deeper appreciation. Simple gestures, like saying “Thank you,” make Veterans feel recognized beyond holidays.   In conclusion, honoring Veterans should be ongoing. Memorial Day and Veterans Day were established not just for a single day of recognition, but to remind us of their sacrifices year-round. “We are a nation of many nationalities, many races, many religions - bound together by a single unity, the unity of freedom and equality.“ – Franklin D. Roosevelt. Fantastic essay, Liam! Your eagerness to share well-thought-out and meaningful ways we can show our appreciation to our Veterans shows your gratitude for our Veterans' sacrifices for our Freedoms and your love of Country and fellowship to all. Thank you for caring deeply.   Together, let’s honor our Veterans—The Honorable Ones—every single day.

Today we celebrate the birthday of the United States Marine Corps! Happy Birthday, Marines! Thank you for all that you do in service to our country. We honor you. Semper Fidelis! #EMKS #EMKSFamily #SDVOSB #EMKeySolutions #TeamEMKS #ThankYouVets #ThankAServiceMember #ThankYouForYourService #Freedom #CORTEK #EMKSproud #SpiritOfAmerica #USMC #USAproud #WeHonorThem #RememberYourServiceMembers #MarineCorps #MarinesBirthday