Meagan LoBuglio

Military Service

Meagan LoBuglio, a Roanoke native, enlisted in the United States Air Force in 2001. She served for thirteen years as an Instructor Weapons Director. Meagan provided tactical air control to U.S. and coalition aircraft during both combat missions and exercises. She mentored and trained both enlisted personnel and officer cadets. Her leadership was critical during initial qualification training. Throughout her service, Meagan deployed four times and completed two remote tours overseas. She is a combat veteran of Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom.

Transitioning to Civilian Success

After her military service, Meagan transitioned to the civilian sector. She worked in direct sales and quickly became a top producer. Meagan was also an international trainer, achieving the highest self-promoted rank in the company. Over six years, she coached sales teams across the world. Her leadership helped them reach impressive levels of success.

Advocacy for Veterans and Military Families

Now, Meagan advocates for veterans and military families in multiple roles. She serves as the V3 Program Manager, Southwest Virginia Women Veteran Advisor, and the Regional Advisor to the US Chamber of Commerce for Virginia’s Military Spouse Economic Empowerment Zones. Meagan works to bridge the gap between military and civilian life. She connects businesses with veterans and their families, helping them find employment opportunities. Additionally, she is passionate about changing the public’s perception of veterans. She also educates veterans about available benefits and resources.

Recognitions and Achievements

Meagan holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Studies from the University of Maryland University College. In 2020, The Roanoker Magazine recognized her in their “40 under 40” class. She also wrote Women Veterans: Grit, Grace, and Fearless Leadership for The Roanoke Times, which highlights her advocacy for women veterans.

Honoring Meagan LoBuglio

Meagan LoBuglio’s commitment to veterans and military families was recognized by ALCOVA Branch Manager Jonathan Sweat and the Legacy Team from ALCOVA’s Roanoke branch. They were honored to present her with the prestigious Hometown Hero award.