Veteran Voices Supply Chain Now

In this episode of Veteran Voices, host Mary Kate Soliva welcomes Navy veteran and founder of Talents ASCEND, Robyn Grable, to the show.
Their conversation covers Robyn's military journey, challenges faced by veterans transitioning to civilian life, and the importance of networking.
Listen in as Robyn shares her inspiration behind Talents Ascend, a platform connecting veterans, military spouses, and the disabled community with employment opportunities, and emphasizes the need to challenge job market misconceptions.
Join us for an intimate discussion about leveraging unique veteran skills, networks, and self-discovery in finding fulfilling careers beyond the military, and a special invitation to utilize Talents Ascend's resources for post-military career success.
Additional Links & Resources:
Learn more about Talents ASCEND: https://talentsascend.com
Learn more about Veteran Voices here: https://supplychainnow.com/program/veteran-voices
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Learn more about the Guam Human Rights Initiative: https://www.guamhri.org/
This episode was hosted by Mary Kate Soliva. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/empowering-veterans-journey-service-success-vv87

In this episode of Veteran Voices, Navy veteran and pilot Gabe Soltero joins host Mary Kate Soliva and shares his journey from military service to civilian life. He discusses his upbringing, Navy experiences, and the challenges of transitioning, emphasizing the importance of family support, networking, and utilizing veteran service organizations during this transition. Now working at Home Depot, he helps veterans find opportunities and champions veteran causes. Listen in as Gabe and Mary Kate highlight the significance of community support and provide valuable insights for veterans navigating their post-service life.
Additional Links & Resources:
Learn more about Veteran Voices here: https://supplychainnow.com/program/veteran-voices
Subscribe to Veteran Voices and other Supply Chain Now programs here: https://supplychainnow.com/subscribe
Learn more about the Guam Human Rights Initiative: https://www.guamhri.org/
This episode was hosted by Mary Kate Soliva. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/beyond-wings-veterans-journey-navigating-transitions-new-horizons-vv86

In this new, candid episode of Veteran Voices, host Mary Kate Soliva welcomes listeners to a conversation brimming with personal narratives and invaluable insights. As the episode unfolds, guest Kevin Horgan, shares the rich tapestry of his life, unveiling the profound impact of his Marine Corps journey on his identity and subsequent civilian career.
Through anecdotes and reflections, Kevin shares his story—a narrative woven with moments of resilience, self-discovery, and the ever-evolving pursuit of purpose. From his humble beginnings in New Jersey to the pivotal decision to join the Marine Corps, every step illuminates the complexities of a life shaped by service.
Join this compelling dialogue as it navigates through themes of mentorship, resilience, and the art of navigating transitions, and traverses the landscapes of service, personal growth, and the enduring spirit that defines the veteran experience. Through shared stories and heartfelt wisdom, this episode embodies the essence of Veteran Voices, embracing the humanity behind the uniform and offering a profound glimpse into the life of one remarkable individual.
Additional Links & Resources:
Learn more about Veteran Voices here: https://supplychainnow.com/program/veteran-voices
Subscribe to Veteran Voices and other Supply Chain Now programs here: https://supplychainnow.com/subscribe
Learn more about the Guam Human Rights Initiative: https://www.guamhri.org/

This episode was hosted by Mary Kate Soliva. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/journey-service-marine-corps-civilian-success-vv85

Every Veteran Voices episode delves into the inspiring stories of individuals who have served their country and are now making a difference beyond the uniform, but few stories are as powerful and uplifting as that of John Wayne Walding. John Wayne lost his leg to a sniper during battle in the mountains of Afghanistan, only to continue fighting, become the first amputee to become a Green Beret Sniper, and later found his own logistics company dedicated to overcoming and delivering on the impossible.
In today's episode, sponsored by Pegasus Logistics Group, host Mary Kate Soliva, along with special co-host Tevon Taylor with Pegasus, welcomes John Wayne Walding, CEO and Founder of Gallantry Global Logistics to the show.
Listen in as John Wayne Walding shares his inspiring journey, taking us from a small Texas town to the frontlines of Afghanistan, where he faced overwhelming odds as a Green Beret, and also as Mary Kate, John Wayne, and Tevon share their experiences, insights, and their mission to give back to the communities that they hold dear. Join us as we explore stories of service, sacrifice, and resilience, and discover how vital it is to continue to make a positive impact in the world.
Additional Links & Resources:
Learn more about Veteran Voices here: https://supplychainnow.com/program/veteran-voices
Subscribe to Veteran Voices and other Supply Chain Now programs here: https://supplychainnow.com/subscribe
Learn more about the Guam Human Rights Initiative: https://www.guamhri.org/
This episode was hosted by Mary Kate Soliva. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/resilience-sacrifice-service-green-beret-journey-vv84

Sometimes the transition from military service to civilian life happens gradually over time. In other cases, it happens in an instant. Neither path is necessarily easy, but maintaining a sense of purpose is key to successfully finding a new path in life.
Alex Ortiz is a 1L law student at the Inter-American University of Puerto Rico School of Law, a 2022 VFW-SVA Legislative Fellow, and a 2022 SVA Student Veteran of the year finalist. Before starting his legal studies, he served as a wheel vehicle mechanic while on deployment to Iraq and Afghanistan with the 10th Mountain Division.
In this interview, Alex speaks with host Mary Kate Soliva about:
• Being medically discharged from the U.S. Army and suddenly needing to discover a new path and a new purpose
• Why he thinks is can be such a challenge connecting Veterans with the programs and services that exist to support them
• How life and military service are experienced differently from a U.S. territory like Puerto Rico
Additional Links & Resources:
Learn more about Veteran Voices here: https://supplychainnow.com/program/veteran-voices
Subscribe to Veteran Voices and other Supply Chain Now programs here: https://supplychainnow.com/subscribe
Learn more about the Guam Human Rights Initiative: https://www.guamhri.org/

This episode was hosted by Mary Kate Soliva. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/being-light-darkness-vv83

Nothing demonstrates the importance of building a mission-driven cohesive team culture like spending time in the military. On a Naval ship, people from different ranks, different backgrounds, and even civilians all have to come together and learn to collaborate to achieve stated goals. They must all learn to adapt and overcome.
Alicia Washkevich led logistics with the Expeditionary Action Group One, foreign militaries, and the United Nations for anti-piracy and security operations during the Global War on Terrorism. She was awarded the Navy’s Commendation Medal for coordinating aid given to 21 released hostages, repairs to 3 pirated vessels, and the repatriation of ten Somali personnel under custody (aka “pirates”) into Mombassa, Kenya. Today, she applies many of the lessons learned while on active duty in her role as Chief Operating Officer at New Politics.
In this interview, Alicia speaks with host Mary Kate Soliva about:
• Why she had to watch Top Gun before attending the Naval Academy
• The importance of seeing each day’s challenges as tomorrow’s great stories
• How the world of non-profits became her passion, her profession, and her reason for getting out of bed every day
Additional Links & Resources:
Learn more about Veteran Voices here: https://supplychainnow.com/program/veteran-voices
Subscribe to Veteran Voices and other Supply Chain Now programs here: https://supplychainnow.com/subscribe
Learn more the Guam Human Rights Initiative: https://www.guamhri.org/
Learn more about the Military Women's Collective: https://www.militarywomenscollective.org/

This episode was hosted by Mary Kate Soliva. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/one-team-one-fight-vv82