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KSA Integration Wins U.S. Marine Corps Substance Abuse Program Support Contract at Camp Lejeune

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Award expands KSA’s Warrior Care mission aboard Marine Corps Base (MCB) Camp Lejeune — standing with Marines through readiness, recovery, and the return to duty.

 

Stafford, VA | August 28, 2026 — KSA Integration LLC (KSA), a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) founded by Lieutenant General Keith J. Stalder, USMC (Ret.), has been awarded a U.S. Marine Corps contract to provide Substance Abuse Control Officer (SACO) Management Services for the II Marine Expeditionary Force Support Battalion (II MSB), Marine Corps Installations East, aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. The award includes a base year and four option years, with performance beginning September 1, 2026. 

Under the contract, KSA will provide administrative, logistical, and technical support to the uniformed SACO in the execution of the Marine Corps Substance Abuse Program, helping ensure the program runs accurately, confidentially, and on time so that Marines have a clear path to recover, return to readiness, and come back a stronger version of themselves. 

“We are honored to extend our warrior care mission at Camp Lejeune, where we already support the Wounded Warrior Battalion East. This award allows us to help Marines navigate challenges and remain focused on their health, recovery, and readiness.” said Bryan Altmire, Chief Executive Officer of KSA Integration. 

 

Expanding KSA’s Warrior Care Mission 

The award builds on KSA’s existing Warrior Care work supporting Marines, veterans, and their families across the continuum of readiness, recovery, and return to duty. KSA currently operates the U.S. Marine Corps Wounded Warrior Call Center and supports Wounded Warrior Battalion-East at Camp Lejeune, in addition to providing medical and non-medical case management, behavioral health, and veteran reintegration support across the Department of War and Department of Veterans Affairs. 

KSA views substance abuse program support as an integral part of Warrior Care, helping Marines address challenges, access appropriate resources, recover, and return to duty ready to serve. 

The win extends KSA’s position as a trusted provider of warrior care and readiness services to the Armed Forces. As the incumbent operator of the U.S. Marine Corps Wounded Warrior Call Center, KSA brings a CPARS-proven performance record, an ISO 9001:2015-certified quality management system, DCAA-approved accounting, and CMMC compliance, paired with the data-analytics and applied-AI capabilities KSA uses to turn program data into decision-ready insight. KSA holds prime positions on GSA OASIS+ (SDVOSB and Small Business pools), SeaPort-NxG, and GSA MAS, and welcomes teaming partners across the military health, behavioral-health, and readiness markets. 

 

About KSA Integration LLC 

KSA Integration LLC is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business delivering data analytics, comprehensive veterans support, training, and business process improvement to the federal government. KSA’s Warrior Care portfolio spans wounded-warrior call-center operations, medical and non-medical case management, behavioral-health and veteran-reintegration programs, and substance-abuse program support. KSA holds prime positions on GSA OASIS+ (SDVOSB and Small Business pools), SeaPort-NxG, and GSA MAS (UEI FB45K4C7MF21, CAGE 6RR22). Founded by Lieutenant General Keith J. Stalder, USMC (Ret.), KSA is a six-time Inc. “Best Places to Work” honoree, a five-time Military Times “Best for Vets” employer, and a four-time U.S. Department of Labor HIRE Vets Medallion (Platinum) recipient, with a workforce more than 70% veterans. Learn more at www.ksaintegration.com. 

 

Media Contact 

Abigail Gress, Communications Specialist 

KSA Integration LLC 

Abigail.Gress@ksaintegration.com · www.ksaintegration.com 

2026 Medal of Honor Ceremony

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Medal of Honor Ceremony · The White House · June 18, 2026

A Proud Day — For KSA and the Corps

Among the Nation’s Bravest

KSA President & Founder LtGen Keith J. Stalder, USMC (Ret), joined the Medal of Honor ceremony in the East Room of the White House — honoring Marine legends and the newest recipients of the nation’s highest decoration for valor.

Maj James Capers, Jr. and LtGen Keith Stalder


Awarded June 18, 2026

Maj James Capers, Jr., USMC (Ret)

Medal of Honor Recipient · with LtGen Keith Stalder

Col Barney Barnum, Jr.

Col Barney Barnum, Jr.

Medal of Honor · Vietnam

 MajGen James Livingston

MajGen James Livingston

Medal of Honor · Vietnam

 Cpl Kyle Carpenter

Cpl Kyle Carpenter

Medal of Honor · Afghanistan

 Gen Dan Caine, USAF

Gen Dan Caine, USAF

Chairman, Joint Chiefs

On June 18, 2026, President Donald J. Trump presented the Medal of Honor to Major James Capers, Jr., USMC (Ret), and — posthumously — to Colonel John W. Ripley, USMC, for extraordinary valor in Vietnam. Representing KSA Integration, our President & Founder was honored to stand among these legends of the Corps. We could not be prouder — of our founder, and of the Marines whose courage reminds us what Semper Fidelis truly means.

Semper Fidelis

KSA INTEGRATION · STAFFORD, VIRGINIA · KSAINTEGRATION.COM

KSA Integration Named to Inc.’s 2026 Best Workplaces List

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Stafford, VA | June 2, 2026  –  KSA Integration is proud to announce it has again been named to Inc.’s Best Workplaces list in the medium-sized business category. The list, which can be found at Inc.com, honors American companies that have built exceptional workplaces and vibrant cultures that support their teams and businesses, whether in-person, remote, or hybrid.

The award is the result of comprehensive measurement and evaluation of hundreds of applicants nationwide. The process involved a detailed employee survey conducted by Quantum Workplace, covering critical elements such as management effectiveness, perks, professional development, and overall company culture. Each company’s benefits were also audited to determine the overall score. KSA is honored to be included among the 507 companies recognized this year.

“This is the 6th year KSA has been named a Best Workplace, and I could not be prouder of the superb work our employees do every day for the company, our nation, and our clients,” says Bob Watt, Chief Operating Officer at KSA.

KSA Integration’s employee survey results underscored the company’s strong workplace culture and people-first values:

  • 100% of respondents agreed: “If I contribute to the organization’s success, I know I will be recognized.”
  • The top word used to describe KSA: Supportive
  • 90% of employees report being highly engaged

 

“This year’s Best Workplaces list goes beyond great company culture–it highlights companies making meaningful and sustained investment in their employees,” says Bonny Ghosh, editorial director at Inc. “Even in a labor market that favors employers, these companies understand that an intentional and authentic commitment to their teams drives stronger employee retention, engagement, and ultimately, a stronger business overall.”

To view the full list of winners, visit Inc.com.

About KSA Integration

KSA Integration is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business headquartered in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. Founded on the conviction that the warfighter is the most important weapons system, KSA delivers mission-critical readiness and warrior care across the defense enterprise. The company is trusted by organizations including the U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security, Joint Force, NATO, and Veterans Affairs.

 

KSA Integration Launches Redesigned Website

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — KSA Integration, LLC, a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) supporting the defense enterprise for more than 15 years, today announced the launch of its fully redesigned website at www.ksaintegration.com. The new site is organized around a single mission: Empowering the Warrior — from active duty service through veteran care. The redesigned platform reflects the evolution of KSA’s two core portfolios — Warrior Readiness and Warrior Care — and the company’s commitment to delivering mission-critical support across the full life cycle of military service. With a team that is more than 90 percent veterans and military family members, KSA connects every capability back to the warfighter.

Warrior Readiness

KSA’s Warrior Readiness portfolio prepares warfighters to fight, adapt, and win in contested environments. Through strategic assessments, acquisition support, and data analytics and AI/ML integration, KSA sharpens decisions before contact and accelerates the fielding of capabilities warriors depend on — supporting organizations across the U.S. Marine Corps, Joint Force, Department of Homeland Security, and NATO.

Warrior Care

When warriors transition from active duty, KSA’s Warrior Care portfolio stands with them and their families through recovery, reintegration, and the long journey home. Services include 24/7/365 Wounded Warrior call center operations, behavioral health counseling, adaptive sports and reconditioning programs, and veteran retreat management — serving more than 30,000 warriors and their families.

Leadership Perspective

“Everything we do connects back to the warfighter. During active duty, we sharpen the tools and decisions that keep them ready. When they transition, we stand with them through recovery and what comes next. This website tells that story for the first time in a way that truly reflects the depth and purpose of the work.” — Bryan Altmire, Chief Executive Officer, KSA Integration LLC

“KSA was founded on a conviction that people are the decisive element of combat power. This new platform reflects 15 years of growth — from a small team with a big idea to a company trusted across the Marine Corps, Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, DHS, Joint Force, NATO, and Veterans Affairs. The mission hasn’t changed. The scale has.” — LtGen Keith Stalder, USMC (ret) & President, KSA Integration LLC

KSA By the Numbers

  • 15+ Years in the Defense Enterprise 90%+ Veterans & Military Family Employees
  • 30,000+ Warriors & Families Served $23B+ Portfolio Value Supported
  • 130+ Programs Supported 70,000+ Annual Outreach Calls

 

About KSA Integration

KSA Integration is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business headquartered in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. Founded on the conviction that the warfighter is the most important weapons system, KSA delivers mission-critical readiness, warrior care, and data- driven insight across the defense enterprise. The company is trusted by organizations including the U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security, Joint Force, NATO, and Veterans Affairs.

For more information, visit www.ksaintegration.com.

KSA Integration Attends Modern Day Marine 2026

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Washington, D.C. | May 07, 2026

KSA Integration was proud to participate in Modern Day Marine 2026 in Washington, D.C., where this year’s theme, “From American Shores: 250 Years of Fighting Forward,” highlighted both the legacy and future of the Marine Corps. From April 28-30, our team engaged deeply with Marine Corps leadership, industry partners, and the broader defense community to better understand the evolving operational and acquisition landscape.

This year’s event underscored a clear shift in how the Marine Corps is approaching modernization. Leaders emphasized speed, adaptability, and outcomes over traditional, process-heavy acquisition models. The formation of the new Portfolio Acquisition Executive, Marine Corps (PAE MC) signals a more integrated, mission-driven acquisition enterprise, one that aligns closely with KSA Integration’s strengths in mission engineering, data analytics, AI innovation, and strategic advisory support.

The event also highlighted the increasing urgency of countering emerging threats, particularly in the unmanned systems and air defense space. Senior leaders pointed to the rapid proliferation of low-cost, high-impact technologies and the need for integrated, scalable solutions. KSA’s ongoing work in strategic and tactical threat assessments and capability development positions us to support these evolving mission needs.

As the Marine Corps continues to evolve to meet future challenges, KSA Integration remains committed to delivering the insight, rigor, and innovation needed to bridge strategy and execution, supporting those who serve on the front lines.

 

 

KSA Integration Awarded Position on $96M U.S. Marine Corps Logistics Support IDIQ

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Stafford, VA | March 16, 2026 – KSA Integration is proud to announce that we have been selected as one of seven awardees on a five-year, $96 million multiple-award Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract to support the Logistics Plans, Policies, and Strategic Mobility Division of the United States Marine Corps.

Awarded by Marine Corps Installations Command in Arlington, Virginia, this contract will provide professional services support to the division and its subordinate elements. Work will be performed primarily at government facilities across the National Capital Region as well as contractor locations, with a period of performance through March 8, 2031.

Selected from a competitive pool of 19 bidders, KSA Integration will support the Marine Corps’ critical logistics planning, policy development, and strategic mobility efforts, strengthening the foundation of warrior readiness by ensuring Marines have the logistics, infrastructure, and operational support needed to deploy and sustain forces in contested environments.

“This award reflects the trust the Marine Corps places in the KSA Integration team and our commitment to supporting mission-critical logistics and strategic mobility efforts,” said KSA Integration CEO Bryan Altmire. “Through our Warrior Readiness portfolio, we focus on delivering the analysis, operational insight, and mission support that helps ensure Marines are prepared for the challenges of today and tomorrow. We are honored to continue partnering with the Marine Corps to deliver the expertise and innovative solutions needed to keep Marines ready and resilient.”

KSA Integration looks forward to delivering high-impact support that strengthens logistics planning and enhances operational readiness across the force.

Learn more: Contracts for March 6, 2026 > U.S. Department of War > Contract | U.S. Department of War, 7 awardees named to $96M Marine Corps Logistics Plans, Policies, and Strategic Mobility Division support IDIQ | OrangeSlices AI

KSA Ranks #2 Best for Vets Employer Among Medium Sized Businesses

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Stafford, Va., November 30, 2025 – KSA Integration proudly joins nearly 250 companies across the nation recognized by Military Times as a Best for Vets employer in 2025. Military Times announces its annual list recognizing organizations that demonstrate exceptional dedication to hiring, retaining and supporting America’s veterans.

KSA ranked second across the country in the medium sized business category, seventh in consulting, and 18th in Virginia.  The 2025 rankings reflect an increase from employer submissions last year, underscoring sustained growth and momentum across sectors from defense and manufacturing to technology, healthcare and finance.

“For more than a decade, Best for Vets has set the standard for corporate accountability in veteran employment,” said Jon Simkins, Executive Editor of Military Times and Sightline Media Group. “Every employer that makes this list is doing more than checking a box, they are actively building cultures that value service, skill and leadership.”

Each year, Military Times surveys hundreds of companies and organizations nationwide. The methodology evaluates recruitment and onboarding practices, retention and career advancement programs, and support for veterans and military spouses. Responses are verified and scored to ensure a rigorous, unbiased ranking.

Trends Emerging in the 2025 data include:

  • Expanded mentorship and transition programs to help veterans adapt civilian career skills.
  • Significant growth in employee resource groups for veterans and military families.
  • Increased focus on upskilling and continuing education benefits for veteran employees.
  • Rising participation among mid-sized companies and government contractors, widening the diversity of recognized employers.

Peter Judd, retired Army veteran and Portfolio Manager for Warrior Care at KSA, commented on this award: “This is a testament to KSA’s exemplary employees, our culture, and our values. We are so proud to be named a Best for Vets employer and look forward to the continued success in 2026.”

The full 2025 ranking is available at bestforvets.militarytimes.com/employers.

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About Military Times

The Military Times digital platforms and magazines are the trusted source for independent news and information for service members and their families. The military community relies on Air Force Times, Army Times, Marine Corps Times, and Navy Times for reporting on everything that matters in their lives, including pay, benefits, finance, education, health care, recreational resources, retirement, promotions, product reviews, and entertainment. Military Times is published by Sightline Media Group. To learn more, visit militarytimes.com.

About KSA Integration

KSA Integration, LLC, is a Service- Disabled Veteran-owned Small Business (SDVOSB) that was founded by LtGen Keith Stalder (USMC, Ret.) and Bryan Altmire in November 2010. KSA Integration offers a comprehensive portfolio of support capabilities in two critical areas: Warrior Care and Warrior Readiness. For more information, visit us at www.ksaintegration.com/ or contact info@ksaintegration.com.

 

KSA Integration Named to Inc.’s 2025 Best Workplaces

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Stafford, VA | September 2, 2025 – KSA Integration was named to Inc.’s Best Workplaces of 2025. This marks the company’s fifth appearance on the prestigious list that honors workplaces that continually invest in employee development, benefits, and experiences.

Out of thousands of applicants, Inc. selected just 514 honorees for its 2025 list following a competitive evaluation process in partnership with Quantum Workplace. The selection process included a detailed benefits audit and an employee engagement survey covering topics such as pay, management, senior leadership, and overall satisfaction. Finalists were then vetted to ensure alignment with Inc.’s editorial standards for fairness, transparency, and ethics.

“Inc.’s Best Workplaces program celebrates the exceptional organizations whose workplace cultures address their employees’ welfare and needs in meaningful ways,” says Bonny Ghosh, editorial director at Inc. “As companies expand and adapt to changing economic forces, maintaining such a culture is no small feat. Yet these honorees have not only achieved it—they continue to elevate the employee experience through thoughtful benefits, engagement, and a deep commitment to their teams.”

KSA Integration’s employee survey results underscored the company’s strong workplace culture and people-first values:

  • Top word employees used to describe KSA: Supportive
  • Senior leadership is recognized for valuing people as the organization’s most important resource
  • 89.47% of employees were classified as highly engaged
  • 100% of employees surveyed agreed: “If I contribute to the organization’s success, I know I will be recognized.”

“Earning a spot on Inc.’s Best Workplaces list for the fifth time is a strong affirmation of the culture we’ve built at KSA,” said Bryan Altmire, Chief Executive Officer of KSA Integration. “We’ve always believed that when you invest in your people, you strengthen your mission. Our success as a company is directly tied to the dedication, professionalism, and talent of our team.”

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About KSA Integration

KSA Integration, LLC, is a Service- Disabled Veteran-owned Small Business (SDVOSB) that was founded by LtGen Keith Stalder (USMC, Ret.) and Bryan Altmire in November 2010. KSA Integration offers a comprehensive portfolio of support capabilities in three critical areas: 1) Data Science and Analytics, 2) Warrior Care, and 3) Business Process Improvement. For more information visit us at www.ksaintegration.com/ or contact info@ksaintegration.com.

About Inc.

Inc. is the leading media brand and playbook for the entrepreneurs and business leaders shaping our future. Through its journalism, Inc. aims to inform, educate, and elevate the profile of its community: the risk-takers, the innovators, and the ultra-driven go-getters who are creating the future of business. Inc. is published by Mansueto Ventures LLC, along with fellow leading business publication Fast Company. For more information, visit www.inc.com.

About Quantum Workplace

Quantum Workplace, based in Omaha, Nebraska, is an HR technology company that serves organizations through employee-engagement surveys, action-planning tools, exit surveys, peer-to-peer recognition, performance evaluations, goal tracking, and leadership assessment. For more information, visit QuantumWorkplace.com

2025 KSA Veterans Suicide Awareness Campaign

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For over a decade, suicide has been among the leading causes of death for post-9/11 U.S. military veterans. An overwhelming percentage of 21st century veterans can immediately call to mind friends, loved ones, and comrades lost to suicide since the September 11th attacks. Most also know someone who has come perilously close to a successful attempt.

As we begin 2025, KSA Integration is announcing a two-part social media campaign to increase veterans suicide awareness and promote activities we hope will contribute to preventing these terrible losses. Recent research suggests one of the few consistent indicators in supporting mental health is the importance of community and connection. Checking in on the men and women you served with — especially those with whom you’ve lost touch — really can make a difference.

Every Thursday throughout 2025, KSA’s social media feed will issue a call for our followers to participate in “Buddy Check Thursdays”. We’re encouraging veteran supporters to check in on someone whom you know is struggling, feel might be at risk, or haven’t spoken with in many years. Our intention is to promote the value of connection within the veteran caregiving community with a weekly reminder to reach out to each other (and the longer you haven’t chatted, the better). We may never know how much a text, phone call, or simple demonstration of concern can make a difference.

Additionally, on “Spotlight Saturdays”, we intend to highlight veterans service organizations, relevant non-profits, public-private partnerships, and other significant groups leading the veteran’s suicide prevention fight. We plan to shine the spotlight on at least 50 organizations, groups, and advocates this year on our social media and hope you, our followers, will support their efforts in whatever way possible as we promote them.

Our 2025 awareness campaign is barely a drop in the bucket compared with the work so many have advanced to contribute to reducing the tragic rate of veteran suicide. This year, we’re proud to support a cause in keeping with KSA Integration’s core values and humbly ask you, our social media followers, to endorse, support, and advance these efforts.

About KSA Integration

KSA Integration, LLC, is a Service- Disabled Veteran-owned Small Business (SDVOSB) that was founded by LtGen Keith Stalder (USMC, Ret.) and Bryan Altmire in November 2010. KSA Integration offers a comprehensive portfolio of support capabilities in three critical areas: 1) Data Science and Analytics, 2) Warrior Care, and 3) Business Process Improvement. For more information visit us at www.ksaintegration.com/ or contact info@ksaintegration.com.

KSA CEO Announces New Director of Business Development

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To our Team and Friends,

KSA Integration is pleased to announce the appointment of George Nunez as our Director of Business Development.

A stalwart member of KSA’s team since 2021, George has delivered value in each of our three portfolios. In Warrior Care, George was instrumental in beginning KSA’s support to the Department of Veterans Affairs for reintegration and readjustment retreats for veterans and spouses. In Business Process Improvement, George researched and wrote for studies supporting Marine Corps Training & Education Command and Marine Corps Systems Command. In Data Analytics, George updated technical documents for the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory supporting the Marine Corps transition of an AI-enabled C5ISR system prototype to a Program of Record. George has also collaborated on and led proposal responses that have sustained our current client delivery, diversified our client base, and reflected KSA’s core values.

As KSA’s new Director of Business Development, George has a strong background in Marine Corps and Joint affairs. As an infantry officer, he served in eight battalions in the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Marine Divisions, completing combat deployments and overseas tours based out of Guantanamo Bay, Cuba and Okinawa, Japan. His Marine Corps career concluded in Washington, DC after assignments as a foreign area officer and a strategic planner in Headquarters Marine Corps and joint tours as a politico-military affairs officer on the Joint Staff and at the National Defense University. George holds graduate degrees in management, international relations, and defense studies, and is fluent in Spanish. George and his wife Martie have three adult children and live in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

For almost 15 years, KSA Integration has provided service, integrity, and value to our customers. We annually receive numerous workplace awards, including Inc. magazine’s national Best Workplace, Best for Vets, and the Hire Vets Platinum award. As we grow, KSA’s vision is to support our Veterans and deliver value to our customers through our talented team. We are confident and grateful that George will develop KSA’s business in accordance with our shared high standards.

Very respectfully,

Bryan Altmire, CEO

About KSA Integration

KSA Integration, LLC, is a Service- Disabled Veteran-owned Small Business (SDVOSB) that was founded by LtGen Keith Stalder (USMC, Ret.) and Bryan Altmire in November 2010. KSA Integration offers a comprehensive portfolio of support capabilities in three critical areas: 1) Data Science and Analytics, 2) Warrior Care, and 3) Business Process Improvement. For more information visit us at www.ksaintegration.com/ or contact info@ksaintegration.com.