Temecula Valley

Veterans.
Brotherhood.
Beer.

A community for veterans who enjoy craft beer and brotherhood.

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200+

Veterans Served Nationwide

50+

Events Hosted

30+

Employer Partners

100%

Veteran Led

Across VBC chapters nationwide

Who We Are

About Us

Veterans Beer Club - Temecula Valley Chapter was founded by veterans who believed that the transition back to civilian life shouldn't mean leaving your brotherhood behind. We gather over great beer — and we build something lasting.

Brotherhood

Built on the bonds forged in service. We show up for each other the same way we showed up overseas.

Community

Rooted in the Temecula Valley. We connect veterans with local employers, career events, and the peer network that actually makes a difference.

Opportunity

From job connections to skill-building events, we make sure no veteran transitions alone.

Leadership

The Team Behind the Mission

Roland Ortiz

President

Mike Zagola

Vice-President

Alison Sayer

Chief of Staff

Patrick Johnson

Treasurer

Enrique Correa

Social Media Coordinator

Raymond German

Community Outreach Coordinator

Getting Started

Your Transition Starts Here

Show Up

Attend a VBC event. Check in with your QR code or PIN. Your first event earns your first badge.

Connect

Build your member profile. Get matched with employers. Discover 51+ veteran opportunities and resources.

Thrive

Progress through the Veteran Success Academy. List your business. Mentor the next veteran coming through.

Join Free — It’s 100% Free for Veterans

Membership is free for all veterans, service members, and military spouses. Always.

MEMBERSHIP INCLUDES

Everything you need. One account.

Veteran Success Academy

Structured career and development curriculum built for military-to-civilian translation. 5 pathways.

51+ Veteran Opportunities

Curated jobs, programs, scholarships, and resources across 9 categories — all verified for veterans.

Employer Connections

Our AI-powered matching engine analyzes 69 data points to connect employers with the right veterans.

Business Directory

List your veteran-owned business. Get admin-verified. Get found by customers, employers, and community partners.

Join Free — 100% Free for Veterans

What's Coming Up

Upcoming Events

Join us at our next meetup.

September 25, 2026

Grey Iron Brewing

Grey Iron Brewing Co. Family-owned. Beer-forward. Vibe-heavy. 🍻 Kids & dogs welcome Cold beer. Good people. Let the good times roll.

29683 New Hub Dr #A, Menifee, CA 92586

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For Employers

Hire a Veteran

VBC members are verified veterans with documented service records, behavioral signal scores, and the leadership instincts that years of active duty build. Browse profiles and connect directly — no job board, no fees.

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For Venue Partners

Want to Host VBC?

We bring 30–80 veterans and military families to your bar, brewery, or restaurant for an evening of connection and community. No cost to host — just great people and good beer.

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Authentic crowd

Veterans and military families who support local businesses.

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Monthly events

Recurring foot traffic, not a one-time pop-up.

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No cost to host

We handle the logistics. Just open your doors.

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