G.I. JOBS GET HIRED WORKSHOP
May 3, 2023 • 12-1 PM EDT
G.I. JOBS GET HIRED WORKSHOP
May 9 • 12-1 EDT
G.I. JOBS GET HIRED WORKSHOP
January 11 • 12-1 EST
G.I. JOBS GET HIRED WORKSHOP
December 7 • 12-1 EST
G.I. JOBS GET HIRED WORKSHOP
March 9, 2023 • 12-1 PM (EST)
G.I. JOBS GET HIRED WORKSHOP
May 3, 2023 • 12-1 PM EDT
Military Spouse & Veteran
Get Hired Workshop
Countdown to the event
LIMITED TO 1000 ATTENDEES – Get Your Early
Recruiter secrets revealed! Panel discussion with insider tips on Getting Noticed and Getting Hired from today’s biggest brands during this FREE live Zoom event! Bring your questions! View panelists below.
Military Spouse & Veteran
Get Hired Workshop
LIMITED TO 1000 ATTENDEES
Recruiter secrets revealed! Panel discussion with insider tips on Getting Noticed and Getting Hired from today’s biggest brands during this FREE live Zoom event! Bring your questions! View panelists below.
Event Registration
Put your best foot forward at the G.I. Jobs Virtual Job Fair by attending the Get Hired Workshop. Here you’ll get insider knowledge from experts specifically for veterans & military spouses with information on:
- Resume insights for veterans & military spouses
- Translating your experience on your resume
- How to address potential gaps in your resume
- Tailoring your resume for the job you are applying for
- Interviewing Insights
- Networking
- Getting noticed by recruiters and hiring managers
- What recruiters look for when searching for qualified talent
- How to prepare for the Virtual Job Fair
- How to explain the value of your military experience in an interview
- Insights on the hiring process
- Dressing for success
- Questions to ask and not to during an interview
- Panelists will be taking your questions during the live discussion as well!
- and more!
Reserve your spot at the next G.I. Jobs Virtual Job Fair: April 25, 12-4 EDT here!
Your Workshop Coaches
Here to Help You Succeed…
TBD
Kevin Wellendorf
Talent Acquisition, Human Resources
USAA
Army veteran
Kevin is a 20-year Army veteran who served in various artillery units in Fort Sill and Fort Wainwright, Alaska, and as a recruiter in multiple leadership positions within the Nashville Recruiting Battalion, Atlanta Recruiting Battalion, Oklahoma City Recruiting Battalion, and 5th Recruiting Brigade. He served as the Center Commander for the Athens and Tullahoma Army Recruiting Centers. Additionally, he served as the Operations NCO for the Oklahoma Recruiting Battalion and 5th Recruiting Brigade
Kevin earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from Post University in Waterbury, Conn. Kevin is married to Rachael and they have five children. Kevin joined the USAA team as a recruiter in 2016 after retiring from the Army. Kevin is currently the team lead for the Member Contact Internal Hiring team.
Tony Lona
Diversity Recruiter
Sandia National Laboratories
As the Principal Diversity Recruiter at Sandia National Laboratories, Tony is passionate about attracting and hiring diverse talent that can contribute to the nation’s security and innovation. He has years of experience as a Veteran and Disability Recruiting Specialist, where he successfully sourced, screened, and hired candidates from underrepresented groups for various roles and levels across the organization.
In addition, Tony has extensive knowledge and skills in Talent Management, Talent Development, Coaching, Performance Management, Instructional Design, Talent Pipeline/Pathway development, and Strategic Planning that enables him to analyze and optimize current and future talent and workforce needs. He also leverages his background in project management to create and implement effective recruitment strategies, processes, and programs that align with Sandia’s mission and values.
Monique Ruiz
Military Liaison
Texas Department of Family and Protective Services
Army Veteran
Monique is responsible for the administration, development and coordination of the DFPS MilVets program for the agency. She creates recruiting and retention initiatives for service members, veterans, and military spouses, and partners with organizations who provide them employment assistance and resources. Monique also provides education, guidance and support to their management and supervisors about the military community and all HR-related matters. She is an Army veteran.
Nick Tran
Senior Manager Corporate Social Responsibility
Schlumberger
Army Veteran
Nick currently looks after Schlumberger’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) portfolio. In this role, Nick leads the organization’s Corporate Social Sustainability and Philanthropy efforts within the communities where Schlumberger operates. In addition to Nick’s contributions to Schlumberger’s CSR efforts, he is also a Diversity Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) trailblazer and has championed positive change for people of color, disabled people, the LGBTQ and veteran community. In his previous role as Head of Global Veterans Affairs & Programs, Nick helped Schlumberger win the coveted Military Friendly Employer Award for the first time in 2018 and again in 2019, 2020 and 2021. Additionally, Nick established Schlumberger as the first Fortune 500 organization in the oil and gas industry to have a National Apprenticeship Program with the Department of Labor (DOL). Nick is a US Army Veteran and served in several combat deployments, including Operation Desert Storm, Enduring Freedom, and Iraqi Freedom. Nick is a graduate of Harvard Business School’s Program for Leadership Development (PLD). Before that, Nick graduated from the Susanne M. Glasscock School of Continuing Studies Program for Professional Human Resource Development at Rice University and has a Bachelor of Science in Leadership (Magna Cum Laude) from Trident University in California.
William Pishotta
National Military Recruiting Program Manager
Combined Insurance
Army Veteran
William joined Combined Insurance in 2017. He is responsible for managing and recruiting for Combined Insurance’s Military Program. He is also responsible for attracting, hiring, retaining and supporting veterans, military spouses and family member talent into the organization. William is passionate about helping veterans and military spouses transition into the civilian workforce and find meaningful and rewarding careers at Combined Insurance. He was recognized as a 2021 Veteran Champion of the Year (VCOY) in Corporate America by G.I. Jobs® for championing the recruitment, hiring, retention and career advancement of US military veterans in corporate America. Prior to joining Combined Insurance, William worked for a US senator. He served in multiple roles including Veterans Caseworker, Special Assistant, and Director of Veterans Outreach. William served five years active duty in the US Army. William has a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal & Social Justice from Lewis University in Illinois.
Christina Payne
Chief People Officer
Precise Systems
Christina is the Chief People Officer at Precise Systems. She is responsible for leading the human resources, talent acquisition, diversity and inclusion, cultural development, employee education, workplace safety and development, compensation and benefits, and employee relations strategies. She also leads aspects of corporate relations, including Community and Employee Engagement, Export Compliance, Business Insurance, Security and Facilities. As a member of the executive team, Payne contributes directly to the organization’s long and short-term strategic objectives while maximizing organizational effectiveness. She oversees company programs and initiatives that enhance the employee experience and partners with leaders across the organization. Christina holds a Bachelor of Science from Towson University and a Master of Science in Management with a focus in Human Resources from the University of Maryland University College. She holds a Society of Human Resources Management certifications as a Certified Professional (SHRM-CP), Senior Human Resource Leadership (SHRL), and Professional of Human Resources (PHR). She is a 2015 graduate of Leadership Southern Maryland.
Clayton Still
Vice President of Military Affairs
Power Home Remodeling
Army veteran
Clayton Still is a U.S. Army veteran and the Vice President of Military Affairs at Power Home Remodeling (“Power”) — the nation’s largest exterior home remodeler and top workplace recognized by Fortune, Inc., Military Times, and more. In tandem with fellow Vice President of Military Affairs, James Boscia, the pair oversee the growth and development of Power’s veteran programming. As Vice President, Clayton is responsible for Power’s military recruitment efforts, which includes their DoD Skillbridge fellowship program, internal military recruitment team, and external hiring partners.
Leslie Coffey
Vice President of Military Engagement
American Corporate Partners (ACP)
Leslie Coffey is ACP’s VP of Military Engagement and has been assisting transitioning service members and spouses in developing post-military careers for over a decade.
As a military spouse of 26 years, Leslie understands the unique challenges of being a military spouse and is passionate about empowering others to find and grow great careers.
Eric Brew
Manager of Military Engagement
American Corporate Partners (ACP)
Army veteran
Eric is the Manager of Military Engagement at ACP. Eric’s passion is to serve and honor transitioning service members, veterans, and their families by investing in them and assisting them in building meaningful lives through connections to fulfilling careers and to proactively strengthening the veteran community through, example, leadership, and collaboration.
Heather Konger
Veteran
American Corporate Partners (ACP)
Air Force veteran
Heather is the Controller for Island Home & Estate Management, LLC. Her unique background includes property management, business ownership in the wireless retail sector, and telecommunications. She also proudly served seven years in the US Air Force. She has a BS in Psychology and earned an MBA from Florida Atlantic University.
Hector Deleon
Veteran
American Corporate Partners (ACP)
Marine Corps veteran
Hector is a Marine Corps infantry veteran with eight years of active duty service. He was medically retired as a result of combat injuries in Afghanistan. Now a Sr. Client Success Manager and completing an MBA in Finance.
Lara Jarvis
Mentor
American Corporate Partners (ACP)
Air Force Brat
Lara is a Planning and Performance Manager with the Coca-Cola company supporting our National Retail Sales Organization. She was born into a Military family; her father was a Captain in the Air Force, and she is an avid supporter of the Military and Veterans.
Josh Horesh
Mentor
American Corporate Partners (ACP)
Josh has been in the finance industry since 2010. In his current role, he is a Sales Manager for BlackRock. He has served as an ACP mentor since 2021.
See you there!!!
