Jan 16, 2026
Episode Overview:
Welcome to the AMSE monthly update! Join Moni, CEO and Founder of the Association of Military Spouse Entrepreneurs, as she shares everything happening this month inside the AMSE Circle—your verified community for military spouse business owners.
In This Episode:
🎉 Big News: Military Spouse Entrepreneur Guide Issue 11
- 75,000 printed copies distributed across military installations nationwide
- Ad space available starting at $250 (limited spots remaining!)
- Automatic inclusion for all members as of January 1st in the Military Spouse Directory
- Created by military spouses, for military spouses, in partnership with Stars and Stripes
- Submit your photos for potential feature consideration!
🔐 Join the AMSE Community
- Free membership at amseemembers.com
- Verified through GovEx (similar to ID.me)
- Safe, vetted community exclusively for military spouses
📅 January Events - 6 Opportunities to Learn & Connect
1. Imposter Syndrome Reset Circle
- Host: Heather Jones (certified coach, military spouse & veteran)
- Explore the mind-body connection behind freezing, shrinking, and undercharging
- Recurring sessions: February 18, March, April, May
2. Hampton Roads Chapter Meetup
- Date: January 16, 8-10am
- Location: Back Bay's Farmhouse (in-person)
- Chapter Leader: Christina Kimbrough, Founder of Free Life
3. Military Spouse Entrepreneur Open House
- Date: January 20
- Learn AMSE benefits and network with fellow military spouse entrepreneurs
- RSVP via Eventbrite link
4. AMSE Leadership Lab: Lead Like You Mean It
- Host: Andrea Singas (certified coach)
- Discover leadership qualities you already have as a military spouse
5. DC Chapter Virtual Meetup: Reach Customers Online with Google
- Date: January 23
- Chapter Leader: Stephanie Shepherd
- Open to entire AMSE community
6. Additional networking and learning opportunities throughout the month
✨ All Access Member Perks
- On-demand small business courses including Maria Elena's 3-part "Googleize Your Business" series
- Voxer coaching with Moni for real-time support
- Exclusive VIP intensive this month
- Access to the All Access Lounge
- Monthly CEO Power Hour guidance
👋 Welcome New Members!
13 new members joined in December—welcome to the community! Don't forget to introduce yourself in the intro thread.
Resources Mentioned:
- Join AMSE: amsemembers.com
- Military Spouse Entrepreneur Guide ad inquiries: here
- Submit photos for the guide: here
- Chapter information and meetup RSVPs: Available in member portal
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