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Gayleen Swiggum

Gayleen Swiggum

Veteran & Military Family Life Writer

Air Force Veteran • 10 Years Service • Captain

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Gayleen Swiggum is an Air Force veteran, military spouse, and lifelong military kid who has experienced military life from nearly every perspective. Gayleen holds a Master of Science degree in Logistics and Supply Chain Management from the U.S. Air Force Institute of Technology, along with a Bachelor of Arts from the University of North Texas. She also holds a Graduate Certificate in Logistics Management from American Military University. Growing up in an Army household as the child of immigrants and living overseas in three countries, she brings a deep understanding of the unique challenges and experiences of military families. Through her writing, Gayleen shares insights on military family life, veteran experiences, and the cultural nuances of service, offering readers relatable, informed, and engaging stories drawn from her own journey.

Credentials
  • Air Force Veteran
  • Military Spouse
  • Lifelong Military Kid
  • MS in Logistics from AFIT
  • International experience (lived in 3 countries)
Expertise
Military Family LifeLogistics ManagementSupply Chain ManagementVeteran BenefitsMilitary Spouse BenefitsCultural Diversity in Military
Education
  • Master of Science in Logistics and Supply Chain Management — U.S. Air Force Institute of Technology (2017)
  • Bachelor of Arts — University of North Texas (2012)
  • Graduate Certificate in Logistics Management — American Military University (2015)
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