Expand Your Talent Pool By Hiring Service Members, Veterans, and Military Spouses
The Kentucky Chamber Foundation's Workforce Center is hosting the Military Hiring Academy Cohort II in May 2024!
The Military Hiring Academy, presented by the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, aims to provide businesses with training and experiences to find, hire, and retain military talent (veterans, service members leaving the military, and military spouses).
Applications for Cohort II are due on Friday, April 26.
Key Reasons Employers Should Get Involved
1. Facilitating Veteran Employment: Many veterans face challenges in transitioning from military service to civilian employment due to differences in terminology, work cultures, and the need to translate their skills and experience. The Military Hiring Academy provides guidance and resources to help employers better understand and value the unique skillsets and experiences that veterans bring to the workplace.
2. Addressing Workforce Needs: With many industries facing labor shortages, veterans represent a valuable talent pool with a diverse range of skills and training that can address workforce needs. The program helps employers tap into this pool of skilled and dedicated individuals.
3. Promoting Veteran Integration: Beyond just hiring, the Academy also focuses on retaining and supporting veterans within organizations. It provides strategies for creating an inclusive and supportive work environment that helps veterans thrive and fully integrate their talents and perspectives.
4. Fostering Partnerships: The program brings together employers, veteran service organizations, and other stakeholders to collaborate and share best practices in veteran hiring and retention. This promotes networking, knowledge-sharing, and the development of effective strategies tailored to the needs of both veterans and employers.
5. Supporting the Veteran Community: By facilitating veteran employment, the Military Hiring Academy contributes to the overall well-being and successful reintegration of veterans into civilian life, recognizing and valuing their service and sacrifices.
Training Includes
- Learning best practices for finding, hiring, and retaining talent from the military
- Connecting with support resources
- Completing the Society for Human Resource Management “Veterans at Work” certificate
- Attending a military installation job fair
Applications for Cohort II are due on Friday, April 26.
Contact Callie Miracle at [email protected] for more information!
Register for the Military Hiring Academy
Military Hiring Academy Graduates:
Cohort I
| Clayton Abernathy, Gray Construction | Melanie Hatfield, Connected Nation | Kathy Moran, Seven Counties Services |
| Brittany Allison, Willett Company | Sonya Hendrix, WPT Nonwovens | Alex O’Daniel, UPS |
| Tina Chesher, UPS | Janette Hodges, Central Bank | Jeania Perry, Appalachian Wireless |
| Ava Childers, Appalachian Regional Healthcare | Arielle Hummel, Transit Authority of River City | Ruben Ramos, FEAM Aero |
| Merrick Coleman, Galls | Tina Jasper, AE Electrical Solutions | Kyle Reid, Safran Landing Systems |
| Martin David, University of Kentucky | Kim Jones, KCTCS | Alexis Rose, Link Belt |
| Nicole Davis, Appalachian Regional Healthcare | Susan Kinnett, Transit Authority of River City | Renwick Ross, DC Elevator |
| William DeVries, AE Electrical Solutions | Roni Lucas, IEC of the Bluegrass | Patty Sebree, Commonwealth Credit Union |
| Rachelle Druffel, MGP Ingredients | Kimberly Mallory, University of Louisville | Patrick Smith, KYSHRM |
| Amy Duncan, KCTCS | Rachel Manzullo, UK Federal Credit Union | Danita Taylor, KYSHRM |
| Courtney Emery, Four Roses | Christy McGuire, Centre College | Machelle Taylor, Gray Construction |
| Rebekah Evans, DC Elevator | Gayle Milam, Republic Bank | Lesley Thompson, Toyota Boshoku |
Thank You to Our Sponsors!
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