Jan 18, 2024   SOURCE: BusinessWire

Emmy Winner and Veteran Journalist Ashleigh Barry Named Senior Vice President of Communications at the National Association for Veteran Rights

The National Association for Veteran Rights (NAVR) announces the appointment of Ashleigh Barry as its Senior Vice President of Communications. With a distinguished career spanning over two decades in investigative journalism, strategic communications, and federal government service, Barry brings unparalleled expertise and a deep-rooted commitment to supporting our Nation’s Veterans.

NAVR, a national trade association, stands at the forefront of promoting transparency and ethical conduct among companies engaging with service-disabled Veterans and remains steadfast in its advocacy for businesses empowering Veterans.

Former Acting U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Secretary Peter O’Rourke, who currently serves as President of NAVR, hails her extensive experience as a strategic communicator within the VA. Barry served as a lead communications advisor to four Presidential VA Cabinet secretaries and held pivotal roles as a Senior Executive and as a Senior Strategic Communications Advisor.

While serving in the VA partnerships office, Barry and her team successfully initiated and managed internal and external communications in the public/private sector partnership community of 50+ organizations and implemented $250+ million in co-developed programs in support of the VA’s highest priorities, including key Telehealth programs with the American Legion, Philips, T-Mobile, VFW, and Walmart.

"Ashleigh’s dedication to truth, transparency, and advocacy for Veterans aligns seamlessly with NAVR's mission," stated O’Rourke. "Her exceptional track record as a television journalist and her success as a communications adviser in both the public and private sectors will serve to strengthen our efforts in advancing support for Veterans and fostering ethical business engagements within this community."

Barry, noted for her investigative aptitude and commitment to delivering unfiltered information, won multiple Emmy Awards and the Edward R. Murrow Award. "I am honored to further my commitment to advocating for Veteran rights by joining NAVR's esteemed team, and I look forward to a successful and meaningful collaboration,” stated Barry. Her appointment signifies NAVR's commitment to cultivating transparency and ethical practices and empowering Veteran-owned businesses nationwide.

For more information: www.NAVR.org.

The National Association for Veteran Rights (NAVR) is a national trade association committed to promoting ethical and transparent business practices among companies engaging with the service-disabled Veteran community. NAVR advocates for businesses that empower Veterans with professional and transparent solutions while advancing support for Veteran-owned businesses.