Valerie Lavin Named 2021 VFW #StillServing Honoree

Tampa, FL – April 2021 – Valerie Ellis Lavin, retired U.S. Army First Sergeant and Founder/CEO of Luminary Global, has been named a #StillServing Honoree by the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW).

The #StillServing program celebrates veterans who continue to serve their communities after military service through volunteerism, advocacy, and positive impact. Ms. Lavin's recognition highlights her dedication to empowering fellow veterans via entrepreneurship—co-founding Action Zone (a nonprofit providing education, mentoring, and resources for military-connected business owners) and supporting national efforts through Bunker Labs as Director of Ecosystem Development.

This honor comes as Luminary Global grows as a veteran-owned emergency preparedness company, delivering life-saving supplies rooted in her 21-year Army career (including US CENTCOM leadership, deployments to Korea and Iraq, and Bronze Star Medal). Her work bridges military discipline to civilian success, helping veterans start businesses, secure jobs, and thrive.

"Service doesn't end when the uniform comes off—#StillServing means continuing to give back every day," said Valerie Ellis Lavin. "I'm humbled by this VFW recognition and grateful to support veterans in building independent futures through entrepreneurship and preparedness."

The award underscores Luminary Global's independent, veteran-led commitment to duty, discipline, and dependability.

For more on Valerie Lavin's advocacy and Luminary Global, visit luminaryglobal.com.

Luminary Global is a veteran-owned emergency preparedness company founded in June 2016 by retired U.S. Army First Sergeant Valerie Ellis Lavin. Headquartered in St. Petersburg, Florida, the company provides high-quality emergency medical solutions, tactical gear, and customized kits to citizens, first responders, agencies, and military personnel. Committed to duty, discipline, and dependability, Luminary Global operates independently with no affiliations to other entities. Expect the Unexpected – Be Prepared. Learn more at luminaryglobal.com. Follow our AI Transparency statement for brand integrity details.