Candid Conversations

In this episode of Beyond the Uniform, (recorded as Candid Conversations) I sit down with Lieutenant Colonel Jessica Georgi, a distinguished leader in the U.S. Army Medical Service Corps, to explore her journey of service, leadership, and impact in military healthcare.LTC Georgi currently serves as Director of Patient Administration at Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center and has held key leadership roles across the Defense Health Agency and global military operations. From deploying to Afghanistan as Chief of Patient Administration to leading digital health integration efforts and supporting national-level missions, her career reflects a deep commitment to excellence and service. We discuss the realities of leadership in high-stakes environments, the evolution of healthcare within the military, and what it means to lead with purpose beyond the uniform.This episode is a must-listen for leaders, service members, and anyone inspired by resilience, growth, and meaningful impact.

Christiane Fields is an Army brat and Army veteran who served over nine years on active duty. Growing up in a military family and later serving herself, the military shaped not only her career but her identity, resilience, and sense of responsibility to others. After leaving active duty, she became a nurse, where she witnessed firsthand what happens when individuals and families are unprepared for crisis; medically, emotionally, and financially.Today, Christiane works in financial protection and legacy planning, with a mission rooted in service: helping veterans and families prepare before crisis hits, build stability, and protect what they’ve worked so hard to earn. Her work is especially focused on supporting women veterans and ensuring that support doesn’t end when the uniform comes off.Please contact her: [email protected]

A little about LTC Gloria Elko:I am to be the first woman in my family to have ever served in the Military, and I am second generation to serve in the Army. As an Army brat I was mostly raised near my extended family in El Paso, TX. I earned my bachelor's in Liberal Arts and my commission from the University of Texas at El Paso in 2002.I served honorably in the Army Medical Department from May 2003 through retirement in May 2023. I specialized in Medical Operations and Healthcare Administration. In that time I also earned my Master's in Healthcare Administration from Baylor University in 2015. The first 10 years of my career was spent overseas (Korea, Germany, Iraq, and Hawaii). I deployed and served 24 months in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom (2005-2006; 2008-2009). In that time there were moments of excitement, fear, anxiety, disbelief, chaos, but above all commraderie. I am proud of my time in Service.I met and (later married) an Army AG officer through a Unit Movement Officer course in Germany, and have two wonderful children as a result, Sophia (9) and Ethan (7). After retirement, I began volunteering with the Military Women's Memorial, the South County Little League (specifically softball), and Girl Scouts of America, Troop 52119..After retirement, I spent about a year working as a contractor data analyst consultant for Seneca Holdings. During that time my focus was process improvement within A.T. Augusta Medical Center's Resource Management department at Fort Belvoir. In Fall of 2025, I opted for a complete life/skill/ career change, and left Seneca to enroll at George Mason University as an Art History undergrad, with a minor in Studio Art. As a full time student, I DJ for the campus radio station, and am pursuing photography in my spare time. To date my work has been displayed in two separate galleries in Northern Virginia. I appreciate those I served with, and am grateful to the women who helped paved the way for me to have a 20 year career with a family, and equal opportunities.Soldier, Mom, Wife, Daughter, Sister, Friend, Volunteer, Veteran, Mentor, Transitioning Veteran Coach, Student, DJ, Photographer.If you wish to contact her, please check out her LinkedIn profile  https://www.linkedin.com/in/gloria-elko?utm_source=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=member_ios

🎙️ Candid Conversations – Trailer Episode DescriptionWelcome to Candid Conversations - a podcast where real stories meet real impact.Hosted by Army veteran and leader 1SG (Ret.) Tameka Eaddy, this podcast creates a space for honest dialogue about leadership, life after service, personal growth, and purpose. Through powerful conversations, we highlight the voices and experiences that often go unheard, especially those of women veterans navigating transition, identity, and new beginnings.In this trailer, you’ll get a glimpse of what’s to come: authentic conversations, meaningful lessons, and a community built on connection, resilience, and growth.Whether you’ve served, are currently serving, or are simply seeking inspiration and real-life insight, Candid Conversations is for you.✨ Because the most powerful stories are the ones we’re brave enough to share.🎧 Follow, subscribe, and join the conversation.