Vision and Valor: A Veterans Day Tribute at the National Medal of Honor Museum –November 12

The Real Estate Council of Greater Fort Worth
Aug 29
3 min read

Updated: Nov 7

A Veterans Day Tribute at the National Medal of Honor Museum

November 12, 2025 | 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM

@ The National Medal of Honor Museum

On the day after Veterans Day, gather with us at the newly opened National Medal of Honor Museum for an afternoon of inspiration, remembrance and vision for the future.

Our keynote speaker, Chris Cassidy—a decorated Navy SEAL, NASA astronaut, and President & CEO of the National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation—will share powerful reflections on courage, service, and leadership. Becky Burleson from Linbeck will walk us through the groundbreaking design and construction process that brought the museum to life.

Following the program, guests will have the opportunity to tour the museum and experience the stories of America’s greatest heroes firsthand.

Sponsorships, tables, and individual tickets are available. Each sponsor or table host will have the option to dedicate their support in honor of veterans from their family, company, or community—making this not only a memorable event but also a meaningful tribute.

AGENDA

11:30 AM – Registration

11:45 AM – Seating and Presentation of Colors

11:50 AM – Welcome and Discussion

1:00 PM – Tour of the Museum

2:00 PM – Event Complete

TICKETS

Registration is now closed.

FEATURING

Chris Cassidy

President and CEO

National Medal of Honor Museum

Christopher J. Cassidy was born in Salem, Massachusetts on January 4, 1970, and considers nearby York, Maine, where he grew up, to be his hometown. A graduate of York High School, Chris completed Naval Academy Prep School in Newport, Rhode Island in 1989 and received a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1993. He later received a Master of Science in Ocean Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and has Honorary PhDs from Husson University and the University of Maine at Augusta.

Captain Cassidy is a retired U.S. Navy SEAL. During his service, he was awarded the Bronze Star with combat 'V' and received a second Bronze Star for combat leadership service in Afghanistan. In 2004, the platoon he commanded was awarded the Presidential Unit Citation for a nine-day operation at the Zharwar Kili Cave on the Afghanistan/Pakistan border.

Cassidy was selected as an astronaut in 2004. He is a veteran of three space flights and ten space walks. Chris has flown to the International Space Station (ISS) aboard the Space Shuttle Endeavor and the Russian Soyuz spacecraft. He has accumulated 377 days in space to include his most recent six-month spaceflight in 2020. In 2015, he became NASA's 14th Chief Astronaut and served in this capacity for two years.

Becky Burleson

Senior Client Executive, Vice President

Linbeck

With over 35 years in construction, including 25 at Linbeck, Becky Burleson specializes in creating cultural and museum spaces that blend technical precision with architectural vision. Recently, she played a key role in the National Medal of Honor Museum in Arlington, reflecting her expertise and passion for building complex projects. Becky collaborates closely with owners, architects, and design teams to develop successful processes. Her deep technical knowledge, supported by a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from The University of Texas at Austin and advanced degrees in construction management, allows her to navigate the unique challenges of cultural and museum construction with strategic insight and attention to detail.

Becky has led teams on projects such as the Winspear Opera House in Dallas, the Crystal Bridges Museum in Bentonville, Arkansas, and the Tobin Center in San Antonio. Known for building strong relationships, she aligns technical execution with artistic vision, earning the trust of clients and architects nationwide. Her commitment to high standards and enhancing the visitor experience shapes spaces that inspire and stand the test of time.

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