Tag Archive for: Military

Allen Clark on Overcoming Adversity

Allen Clark image West Point graduate Allen Clark served in the Vietnam War, and in his new memoir, Wounded Soldier, Healing Warrior, he recounts his triumph over war wounds, physical injuries, devastation and despair. After a successful career in banking, energy and real estate, Clark served as Assistant Secretary of Veterans Affairs. He now helps wounded and troubled veterans overcome adversity and “be all they can be.” His poignant story is an encouragement to anyone facing personal or career challenges.

For more from Allen Clark, listen to the entire show or visit www.woundedsoldierhealingwarrior.com.

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Jobs for Vets with Dr. Vince Patton, Director of Community Outreach and Military Advantage

bioVincePatton182x255Dr. Vince Patton, Director Community Outreach, Military Advantage/Monster Worldwide and Retired Career Coast Guardsman, brings the knowledge and experience of a 30-year military career and multiple advanced degrees to the subject of employing veterans. Dr. Patton addresses:

  • Issues facing transitioning service members
  • The value of career fairs for employers and job seekers
  • How to help disabled veterans get jobs
  • Job opportunities in government
  • Transferable skills from military to civilian jobs
  • Education options for military personnel
  • How to attract vets to work for your company.

For more from Dr. Vince Patton, listen to the entire show.

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Developing & Inspiring America’s Leaders: Insights from Colonel Curtis Carver, PhD, Vice Dean for Education at West Point

bioCurtisCarver182x255 Colonel Curtis Carver, PhD, Vice Dean for Education at West Point, shares strategies for developing great leaders. The tradition of the Army’s academy is well respected around the world for producing leaders not only for their military service, but for their contributions to civilian careers upon retirement. Colonel Carver will share some of the Academy’s secrets to educating cadets for their roles as leaders. Colonel Carver is an accomplished officer in his field of information technology as well as in education. As an author and keynote speaker, his expertise not only informs but inspires.

For more from Colonel Curtis Carver, listen to the entire show.

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