James Apedaile
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SSG James Apedaile, (USA, Ret), is the current National Vice President of American Veterans for Equal Rights (AVER). He served this country for almost 8 years before taking a medical retirement in 1991. He has a Master of Science in Management in Information System Security from Colorado Technical University, a Bachelor of Science in Technical Management and an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Network Systems Administration both from DeVry University.

SSG Apedaile (USA, Ret) currently works as an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) for the US Army Corps of Engineers as a Civilian and has over 26 Years of Combined Federal Service. James has been a member of AVER formerly Gay, Lesbian Bisexual Veterans of America (GLBVA) since 1993 and has served on the National Board spanning over two and a half decades, which signifies his enduring dedication to advocating for the rights and equality of LGBTQ+ veterans. Besides holding the office of National Vice President, James is also the Chief Systems Administrator for AVER’s National IT & Web Development Committee.

His passion for equality demonstrates a deep commitment to ensuring inclusivity and fairness for all veterans. He currently lives in Tacoma, WA with his dog, Lady Adele.