Military Transition Academy Podcast by Vets2PM Military Transition Acad.

Welcome to the Military Transition Podcast, Human Resources Pathfinder Series, where we share invaluable Human Resources career insights and HR tips and tools tailored specifically for the veteran community. I’m your host, Misty Moreno. I served in the Air Force for 20 years and retired in 2020. I’m the Marketing Manager and Content Creator for Vets2PM, and I mentor veterans just like you through the military transition.

In today’s episode, we have the privilege of hosting Latisha Bright. Latisha is a Human Resources Partner with 7 years of experience in HR. She proudly served in the US Air Force for 20 years and 5 days, retiring as a Senior Master Sergeant. Latisha began her Air Force career in November 2002, specializing in Medical Materiel. She transitioned to the role of First Sergeant in 2017 and continued until her retirement in December 2022. Currently, she works at Materion and holds an Associate of Professional Human Resources certification.

Join us as we explore Latisha’s transition journey, how she has protected her mental health and what she has done to achieve a meaningful, lucrative post-service career. Let’s dive in!

Thank you for tuning in to today's episode of the Military Transition Podcast, Human Resources Pathfinder Series. I hope you found our discussion with Latisha helpful and assists you in your transition from the military to the civilian sector.

If you found today’s episode helpful, please share it with your fellow veterans and friends. Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode filled with more HR tips, tools, and career advice tailored for the veteran community.

We’d love to hear from you! If you have any questions, feedback, or topics you’d like us to cover, feel free to reach out to us. You can connect with me, Misty Moreno, on LinkedIn or visit our website at http://Vets2PM.com for more resources and support.

Until next time, stay motivated, stay focused, and remember that your military experience is a powerful asset in the civilian workforce. Keep pushing forward on your career path, and we'll be here to guide you every step of the way.

Take care and talk to you soon!



Latisha Bright: Latisha Bright | LinkedIn

Misty Moreno: Misty Moreno, PHR, PMP | LinkedIn

Vets2PM: Vets2PM: Overview | LinkedIn








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Welcome to the Military Transition Podcast, Human Resources Pathfinder Series, where we share invaluable Human Resources career insights and HR tips and tools tailored specifically for the veteran community. I’m your host, Misty Moreno. I served in the Air Force for 20 years and retired in 2020. I’m the Marketing Manager and Content Creator for Vets2PM, and I mentor veterans just like you through the military transition.

In today’s episode, we have the privilege of hosting Dale Boicourt. Dale is a Talent Acquisition expert with over 19 years of experience with the Iowa Army National Guard. Currently, Dale excels as the North America Talent Acquisition Specialist at EFCO Corp, Forming and Shoring Solutions, demonstrating his dedication, strategic vision, and results-driven approach in Talent Acquisition.

Join us as we explore Dale’s transition journey, his experiences and insights in Talent Acquisition and how he has achieved a meaningful, lucrative post-service career. Let’s dive in!

Contact Dale at:
dale.l.boicourt@gmail.com

Dale Boicourt | LinkedIn



Misty: Misty Moreno, PHR, PMP | LinkedIn

Vets2PM: Vets2PM: Overview | LinkedIn











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Welcome to the Military Transition Podcast, Human Resources Pathfinder Series, where we share invaluable Human Resources career insights and HR tips and tools tailored specifically for the veteran community. I’m your host, Misty Moreno. I served in the Air Force for 20 years and retired in 2020. I’m the Marketing Manager and Content Creator for Vets2PM, and I mentor veterans just like you through the military transition.

In today’s episode, we have the privilege of hosting Cindy Saunders. With over twenty years of experience in business, HR, and leadership development, Cindy coaches ambitious senior leaders and executives. Whether strategic planning, cultivating a growth mindset, building presence and communication, or enhancing emotional intelligence, Cindy provides tailored support that delivers real, sustainable results.Join us as Cindy coaches us through the HR profession and how to develop ourselves to navigate a complex industry. Let’s dive in!

Connect with Cindy: Cindy Saunders ▪️ CEC-WCI, GPHR, SPHR, SHRM-SCP | LinkedIn or Leaders Rise | Executive Coach

Connect with Misty: Misty Moreno, PHR, PMP | LinkedIn

Vets2PM: Vets2PM: Overview | LinkedIn






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Welcome to the Military Transition Podcast, Human Resources Pathfinder Series, where we share invaluable Human Resources career insights and HR tips and tools tailored specifically for the veteran community. I’m your host, Misty Moreno. I served in the Air Force for 20 years and retired in 2020. I’m the Marketing Manager and Content Creator for Vets2PM, and I mentor veterans just like you through the military transition.

In today's episode, we have the privilege of hosting Kevin Baird. He is a Senior HR professional with 13 years of HR experience in areas such as recruiting, compensation, leadership development, training, employee engagement, and retention. He served 24 years in the U.S Air Force beginning his career in Fire Protection, and transitioning to Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC), and finally recruiting. He transitioned to a civilian career in HR and has held positions as HR Business Partner and Compensation Specialist. He is passionate about driving business performance through developing high performing leaders and improving employee experience. 

Join us as we explore Kevin’s transition journey, his experiences and insights in HR, and how he leveraged his transferrable skills to achieve a meaningful, lucrative post-service career. Let's dive in!

Kevin Baird: Kevin Baird, SPHR | LinkedIn

Misty Moreno: Misty Moreno, PHR, PMP | LinkedIn

Vets2PM: Vets2PM: Overview | LinkedIn












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Welcome to the Military Transition Podcast, Human Resources Pathfinder Series, where we share invaluable Human Resources career insights and HR tips and tools tailored specifically for the veteran community. I’m your host, Misty Moreno. I served in the Air Force for 20 years and retired in 2020. I’m the Marketing Manager and Content Creator for Vets2PM, and I mentor veterans just like you through the military transition.

In today's episode, we have the privilege of hosting Kevin Flores, a Results-driven Human Resource Management Officer with over 20 years of experience. Kevin has supported the welfare of 30,000 employees, provided advice on personnel matters, including Health Care Administration, and served as a talent and development advisor for 30 Senior Leaders. He achieved a 99% engagement rate among 600 employees through strategic initiatives and maintained accurate personnel records, ensuring regulatory compliance. Kevin received an AA+ rating from a Third Party Audit for his strong communication skills. He is dedicated to helping Service Members transition to the civilian workforce.

Join us as we explore Kevin’s transition journey, his experiences and insights in HR, and how leveraged a vacancy at his company to achieve a meaningful, lucrative post-service career. Let’s dive in!


Kevin Flores: Kevin Flores | LinkedIn

Misty Moreno: Misty Moreno, PHR, PMP | LinkedIn

Vets2PM: Vets2PM: Overview | LinkedIn









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-Veteran reintegration with the community

-Veteran isolation

-How Mil-Tree addresses these challenges through shared projects, dialogue, and the Arts.

-What we’ve found out about our Communities along the way (an epidemic of loneliness and isolation)



Patrick Wallis started his career as an Engineer Officer and Captain with the US Army from 1998 to the end of 2001, nearly 4 years of active duty service. His first unit was a topographic engineering company in Hanau, Germany. It’s where he fell in love with mapmaking. He later spent seven years with the US Coast Guard as a facilities planner while also leading their Civil Engineering Division’s mapping program. He now leads Esri's Innovation Lab and has been with Esri, the world’s leading mapping software company since 2011. He has been involved with the 501c3 nonprofit Mil-Tree Veteran Project since 2017, and served as their Board President for the last 2.5 years. Through his work at Mil-Tree, he has been able to tackle the issue of veteran isolation by bringing community and veterans together.



wwww.mil-tree.org



War In The Soul, by Edward Tick

Tribe, by Sebastian Junger


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