US Navy Seals
Today we honor our military veterans. We take this day to recognize the soldiers, sailors, airmen, and marines who set aside years of their life to serve us. For many the cost was much more than just a few years. I am proud that our country sets aside a day to reflect on the service these men and women have given to protect this great country.
There is more, however, that can be done to recognize, support, and serve these veterans. Many of us are in positions where we can provide life-changing and life-giving support. Some veterans leave the service with new skills and experiences that are valuable to our business community. Some veterans leave service with a new body, one that may be handicapped physically, but one that has the same spirit to contribute and add value to the country they love. Maybe the most tangible way to support our veterans is to give them a job where they can continue to contribute and serve.
A fantastic organization exists that helps employers and veterans connect. Hire Heroes USA is a non-profit organization created to offer transition assistance, job search assistance, and job placement services to those who have honorably served in the US military – and to their spouses – in order to reduce veteran unemployment. They are partnered with the USO and the US Chamber of Commerce. Employers can post jobs, search resumes, and offer assistance to veterans and their spouses.
If you want to do more to support our veterans, I urge you to join forces with Hire Heroes USA. You can be a Veteran’s Day contributor throughout the year.
