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Executive and Military Spouse Shares Her Career Journey

Episode By: MilitaryOneSource Series

26 MinutesFeb. 5, 2026

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From part-time teller to leading executive, Navy Federal Credit Union Chief Operating Officer Kara Cardona shares how a chance visit to an NFCU branch in Puerto Rico launched a 25-year career of service, leadership and purpose.

Host Bruce Moody speaks with Kara as she opens up about navigating overseas moves as a military spouse, finding meaningful employment and building community in places far from home, all while rising through the ranks of a financial institution committed to uplifting spouses.

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Executive and Military Spouse Shares Her Career Journey