JULY 25, 2024 - Is thinking about retirement scary for you? Does the fear of the unknown give you a double take? Do you think you have prepared enough? If you think of these, you are not alone. I recently stopped by Army Community Service to see just how prepared I was and quickly determined I was in the right place. The financial counselors there can help you start … [Read more...]
DoD Modernizes SkillBridge Application Process
JULY 1, 2024 — The Military-Civilian Transition Office (MCTO), under the authority of Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness (USD(P&R)), is implementing changes to the DoD SkillBridge partner application process to modernize industry partnership support agreements with the Department. This includes the release of a revised Memorandum of Understanding … [Read more...]
The Transition Assistance Program
JUNE 27, 2024 - The Department of Defense remains committed to supporting our warfighters and their families as they transition from military to civilian life. The DoD Transition Assistance Program (TAP), mandated for all service members with 180 days or more of continuous active duty, is the cornerstone of this support. TAP sets the stage for a successful transition, … [Read more...]
Crossing The ‘Deadly Gap’ After Transition to Civilian Life
JUNE 3, 2024 - Leaving active duty military service is an exciting time. When the day arrives and the DD Form 214, Report of Separation is handed to the veteran, there is a celebration of time in service and handshakes and hugs all around. Many servicemembers and their families dream of having the freedom to do all the things that are made more difficult by traditional … [Read more...]
The Untapped Potential of Combat Veterans in the Private Sector
MARCH 28, 2024 - In today’s competitive landscape, businesses need resilient leaders who can steer teams through challenges and toward unprecedented growth. As the Global War on Terror (GWOT) winds down, an invaluable talent pool emerges for the private sector: combat veterans. These individuals, with global insights, are often at the prime of their professional lives (ages … [Read more...]