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Latest Episodes
Episode 19: Magellan Federal
In this episode we speak with Oscar Montes, CEO of Magellan Federal Group. He is a Navy Veteran, having flown many missions in over 2,000 hours in the F-18 hornet and focuses on helping the men and women in our nation’s military.
Episode 18: Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)
In this episode we speak with Nick Shuck; we discuss the SHRM mission and how they help Veterans find meaningful careers as well as Nick’s work with Veterans and military spouses.
Episode 17: Strategy & Management Services, Inc.
In this episode we interview Stacy Redman, the CEO of SAMS, Inc., one of the fastest growing Veteran and woman-owned businesses in the U.S. We talk about her transition from the Army, why she started SAMS, and the programs available for Veterans and mili
Episode 16: Perfect Technician Academy
In this episode we speak with Shawn Pasmore, whose passion is to coach transition Veterans and military spouses on the transition process. He talks about the Veteran program at Perfect Technician Academy and advise for transition Veterans.
Episode 15: Cisco – Talent Acquisition
In this episode we speak with Gena Pertle, and how her company is helping Veterans find meaningful careers with Cisco. They manufacture and sell hardware, software, and other IT solutions to help connect communities and societies. She is part of the HR T
Episode 14: Act NOW Education
In this episode we speak with Jay Salters, serving as an Active Duty Navy Lieutenant and has earned several awards and certifications during his time in the Navy. He has helped over 14,000 military members and Veterans across the nation, and helps to imp
Episode 13: Davis Investment Strategies
In this episode we speak with Les Davis, the founder of Davis Investment Strategies and the host of Military Veteran Radio. We discuss his transition from the Army, and the path that led him to start his own investment company.
Episode 12: FISERV
In this episode we talk with Dr. Vivian Greentree, with nearly 2 decades of leadership experience and is dedicated to creating powerful spaces for people to thrive. She is a proud Navy Veteran, and helps Veterans find careers with FISERV.
Episode 11: U.S. Bank
In this 9/11 anniversary episode, we are honored to interview two members of US Bank, Andrea Francen and Brian Hoops. We discuss their 9/11 memories, the impact on their lives, and how US Bank helps our Veterans find meaningful careers with US Bank.
Episode 10: Professional Network Connections
In this interview, we talk with Hal Westmoreland, an Army Veteran and founder of Professional Network Connections. He talks about their connection to the Veteran community and how they help Veterans as much as they can.