About Us
Built by the Military Community,
For the Military Community
For nearly 60 years, Military Brands has been the trusted voice of service members, veterans, and their families — providing essential resources at every stage of the military journey.
Our Story
A Legacy of Service Since 1966
What began as a single installation guide has grown into a network of trusted publications reaching millions of military-connected Americans each year.
MyBaseGuide started in 1966 with a simple mission: help military families navigate the challenges of PCS moves and life on military installations. That mission has never changed — only expanded.
Today, our network includes VeteranLife for those transitioning to civilian life, and MilSpouses for the resilient partners who hold military families together.
2025
A New Chapter of Independence
In 2025, we brought Military Brands into independent ownership with one commitment: to raise the bar on editorial standards and honor the trust our audience places in us.
As an independently-owned company, we have the freedom to prioritize what matters most — serving our community with integrity, depth, and authenticity.
What We Do
Connecting Brands with Those Who Serve
We offer full-service media and marketing solutions designed to help brands authentically engage the military community.
Strategic Campaign Planning
Data-driven strategies tailored to military audiences across all branches and life stages.
Custom Content Creation
Authentic storytelling that resonates with service members, veterans, and military families.
Targeted Digital Advertising
Precision targeting across our network of trusted military-focused publications.
Email & Social Marketing
Direct engagement with engaged subscribers who trust our publications.
Audience Insights
Deep understanding of military demographics, behaviors, and decision-making.
Cause-Driven Campaigns
Purpose-led initiatives that demonstrate genuine commitment to the military community.
Our Team
Leadership
Our team brings over 20 years of media and communications expertise, combined with lived military experience.
Adolfo Velasquez
Publisher & CEO
US Coast Guard Auxiliary
- •Publishing | Tribune, Impremedia, Newsday
- •Radio | iHeartMedia
- •Television | NBC/Telemundo
- •Digital | Localvox, Conductor
- •College | Union
Suzanne McCurdy
VP, Sales
US Air Force Veteran, Military Spouse
- •Sales Manager, Factor 8
- •Sales Manager, Instant Teams
- •College | Texas A&M
- •MBA Candidate
Bri George
Head of National Accounts
Coast Guard Spouse
- •President, All Spouse Club, USCG
- •Lead, US Coast Guard Exchange
- •Enablement Director, Instant Teams
- •Marketing Specialist, Boxhill & Co
- •College | East Tennessee State University
Teal Yost
Managing Editor
Navy Spouse
- •Former Editor, Military Families Magazine
- •Contributor | Military.com, We Are The Mighty
- •Former Navy Public Affairs Officer
- •Masters | Columbia University Journalism
Courtney Williams
Director of Paid Media & Operations
- •Digital Marketing & Paid Media Strategy
- •Campaign Operations Management
Chelsey Jones
Director of Finance & Base Communications
Active Duty MilSpouse
- •Certified Employee Benefits Specialist
- •International Foundation of Employee Benefits Plans
- •College | East Carolina University
Partner With Us
Ready to connect your brand with the military community? We'd love to hear from you.