As the country honors its servicemen and women this month, T-Mobile renews its lead sponsorship of a nonprofit helping veterans and their families meet the challenges of life after the military. In the first installment of this three-part series, we bring you a special story of how this employee found herself demonstrating what Military Appreciation Month in action truly means.
Starting out as a lot tech and garden associate in Jacksonville, Florida, Darren Hammerstad had no idea that the part-time job he began as a teenager would lead to a career with The Home Depot. Fourteen years and five stores later, Darren is an assistant store manager. He’s worked his way across various roles, from hardware to loss prevention, all while serving as a reservist in the U.S. Navy.
From a strong work ethic, resiliency, and patience to the ability to perform in high-pressure situations and effectively communicate with people from different backgrounds, veterans bring a unique skillset to the civilian workforce.
Learning how to demonstrate these marketable skills to potential employers alone can be difficult. A mentor can provide invaluable guidance.
DALLAS and NEW YORK, February 4, 2022 /3BL Media/ - Service members and honorably discharged Veterans worldwide will again enjoy free access to NBCUniversal’s full streaming coverage of the 2022 Olympic Winter Games, courtesy of the Army & Air Force Exchange Service and Comcast NBCUniversal.
Military members will be able to stream all the action from the Olympic Winter Games using their personal devices and computers through ShopMyExchange.com. The Winter Olympics take place Feb. 3 – 20.
Creating an environment of respect and appreciation for one another is a core element of Cadence’s culture. On Veterans Day, and all month long, we showed our gratitude for our Veteran employees, their families, our Veteran friends, and all Veterans that have served the United States of America. Through fun and inspiring activities, the Cadence Veterans Inclusion Group is sharing how Veterans “bring a wealth of knowledge to teams and act as a value multiplier across the organization,” said Johnathan Edmonds, Lead of the Cadence Veterans Inclusion Group and member of the U.S.
Did you know that over 400 Key teammates are veterans or active military members? Their unique experiences and strong hearts help make Key stronger, and we’re committed to serving them and their families.
We’re proud to announce that KeyBank has been recognized as a top Military Friendly Employer for the eighth consecutive year and a Military Friendly Spouse Employer for the sixth consecutive year. This recognition reflects our continuing commitment to:
Scholarships support students with military backgrounds pursuing careers in culinary arts or a foodservice management related program
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AUSTIN, Minn., November 11, 2021 /3BL Media/ - Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE: HRL) today announced the recipients of this year’s two $10,000 Hormel Heroes Scholarships. The Hormel Heroes Scholarship Program was created by Hormel Foods to support students with military backgrounds pursuing degrees in culinary arts or a foodservice management related program and is administered by the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF).
By Brynt Parmeter, Senior Director, Military & STEM Programs, Walmart
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Walmart’s commitment to our Veterans is nothing new. In fact, it began a long time ago, with our very first veteran: Sam Walton. He served in the U.S. Army Intelligence Corps and brought with him the values that define us to this day. It’s that same set of values that make us so grateful for our nation’s veterans, and as we reflect on their sacrifices, we look to honor their futures too.
NortonLifeLock Supports Operation Homefront’s 11 Days of Impact Initiative
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By Kim Allman, Head of Corporate Responsibility and Government Affairs
Today, Americans celebrate Veterans Day across the United States and take time to reflect upon the heroism of those both living and deceased who have served our country. Veterans Day dates back to 1919, when it was founded as Armistice Day, and in 1954, the name was changed to better acknowledge veterans of all armed conflicts. Those in Canada, Australia, and Great Britain celebrate this day as Remembrance Day.
