Bana M. is an experienced communications professional with a robust background in marketing and public relations, particularly within military and veteran-focused organizations. Currently serving as a Cabinet Member for Emerge Washington and a Board Member for Secure Families Initiative, Bana has also held significant roles such as Senior Director of Marketing at Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation and Director of Marketing & Communications at Team Red, White & Blue. Previous experience includes roles at Booz Allen Hamilton, Blue Star Families, U.S. Army Contracting Command, and Baltimore County Public Schools, demonstrating a strong commitment to serving military families and enhancing communications strategies. Bana holds a Bachelor of Science in Public Relations from the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications and a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management.