Boots to Boardroom: Mastering Veteran Hiring - A Leading Change Special Edition
Explore the untapped potential within the hearts and minds of our veterans as they transition to civilian life, particularly in the parking and transportation sectors.
I am Jade Neville, and in a special edition of Leading Change, guest host Dean Fennell-Connell takes the reins, engaging with a panel of experts including James Cameron – Founder and CEO of Mission Community, James Murphy – Director TechVets Programme Forces Employment Charity, Jenna Richardson – TechVets Employer Relationship Manager Forces Employment Charity, Adam Marchant-Wincott – Director Employment and Finance White Ensign Association, and Garreth Williams – Director of Veteran Engagement & Development JobOppO. Together, they share valuable insights on how businesses can leverage the unique skills of veterans, not only enhancing their workforce but also supporting a smooth transition for these heroes and their families.
Our conversation unveils the essentials of connecting with the veteran community, deciphering the language of military experience for the corporate world, and fostering an inclusive culture that benefits both the organisation and its new veteran employees. The panellists unravel the practicality of signing the Armed Forces Covenant and the advantages of attending employment fairs designed for veterans. They emphasize the importance of supporting not just the veterans but their entire families, recognizing the social value veterans add to an organisation, particularly in the public sector.
Finally, actionable advice from our panellists outlines strategies to harness the calibre of the veterans’ talent pool. They discuss how companies can engage with government support systems like the Career Transition Partnership, and the economic advantage of viewing military training as a national investment. Listen as we encourage the parking and transportation industry to open its doors wider, presenting the varied opportunities it holds for those who have donned the uniform and now seek a new mission in their civilian voyage. Join us in this eye-opening discussion that promises to reshape the way you think about veteran integration into the business landscape.
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