2025 Veterans Day with Omar "Crispy" Avila
Date and Time
Tuesday Nov 4, 2025
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM PST
November 4, 2025
2pm - 4pm
Location
19235 International Blvd, SeaTac, WA 98188
Parking: Free parking is available in the lot below the HUB off 192nd Street (not the parking garage). You are able to park in the lower lot and walk up. Parking tickets can be validated at the front desk upon request.
Fees/Admission
Free, Please RSVP!
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Contact Information
Danielle Windham
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Description
2025 Veterans Day with Omar "Crispy" Avila
In recognition of Veteran’s Day, the Military, Veterans, and Allies (MVA) and Accessibility (ACCESS) Business Resource Groups (BRGs) are hosting an in person and virtual presentation with Sgt Omar "Crispy" Avila on Tuesday, November 4th from 2 – 3pm PT at the HUB’s Tilden Hall steps, followed by a happy hour from 3 – 4 pm PT (drinks and snacks will be provided).
Please RSVP by Friday, 10/24 for in person attendance to ensure accurate catering orders.
Sgt. Omar “Crispy” Avila was raised in Brownsville, Texas. He joined the U.S. Army in 2004 as an Infantryman, deploying to Iraq in 2007. On May 14, 2007, his vehicle was struck with a 200 lb. IED, resulting in burns to 75% of his body and amputation below the knee of his right leg. Sgt. Avila holds the world record for the World Association of Bench and Deadlift in the Paralympics category.
He also started motivational speaking around the country and dedicated his life to serving his fellow veterans. Sgt. Avila now serves as a liaison for Sons of The Flag, helping other wounded warriors through their recovery process. He continues to motivate wounded veterans and seeks to educate the public about veteran issues.
Please RSVP by Friday, 10/24 for in person attendance to ensure accurate catering orders.
Sgt. Omar “Crispy” Avila was raised in Brownsville, Texas. He joined the U.S. Army in 2004 as an Infantryman, deploying to Iraq in 2007. On May 14, 2007, his vehicle was struck with a 200 lb. IED, resulting in burns to 75% of his body and amputation below the knee of his right leg. Sgt. Avila holds the world record for the World Association of Bench and Deadlift in the Paralympics category.
He also started motivational speaking around the country and dedicated his life to serving his fellow veterans. Sgt. Avila now serves as a liaison for Sons of The Flag, helping other wounded warriors through their recovery process. He continues to motivate wounded veterans and seeks to educate the public about veteran issues.
