The Warrior Alliance Spotlight

The Warrior Alliance
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This show takes a deep dive into what actions are working to support success after service for America’s Veterans.  Learn more about The Warrior Alliance impact, the VA and state efforts to improve Veteran care, and Veteran Service Organization’s free programs and services.

  1. 1d ago

    Dr. Jermaine Whirl on Veterans, AI, Workforce Development & Savannah State University

    How can veterans, military families, and students turn education into meaningful career opportunity? In this episode of the Warrior Alliance Spotlight, hosts Scott Munn and Navy veteran Tug Coward welcome Dr. Jermaine Whirl, president of Savannah State University and Warrior Alliance board member. Dr. Whirl shares how Savannah State is preparing students for an AI-enabled workforce, expanding support for military-connected learners, and strengthening career pathways across coastal Georgia. The conversation also explores Dr. Whirl’s work at Augusta Technical College, including the transformation of Augusta’s “The Patch” golf course into a workforce-development pipeline. Learn how Operation Double Eagle helps veterans earn golf-industry credentials, gain hands-on experience, and connect with employers in agronomy, horticulture, golf-course operations, landscaping, and related fields. Dr. Whirl discusses Savannah State’s Uproar 2030 strategy, the university’s focus on graduation and career placement, AI certification opportunities with IBM, and the Warrior Alliance’s expanding services for veterans and families in Savannah, Fort Stewart, Hunter Army Airfield, and beyond. Key Takeaways · Savannah State’s Uproar 2030 plan focuses on student success, workforce alignment, and community engagement. · Savannah State is integrating IBM AI certifications and AI literacy into students’ education. · Dr. Whirl emphasizes graduation and employment outcomes, including a reported 91% in-field placement rate. · Operation Double Eagle provides free, short-term golf workforce training and credentials for veterans. · The program creates career and entrepreneurial opportunities in golf operations, landscaping, turf management, horticulture, and pest control. · Warrior Alliance is expanding veteran services across Savannah, coastal Georgia, and potentially nationwide. · Savannah State is strengthening programming and engagement with Fort Stewart, Hunter Army Airfield, ROTC, veterans, and military families. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  2. Aug 22

    Women Veterans, Resilience & Leadership: Tracey Lloyd of the Emily J.T. Perez Foundation

    How do women veterans turn military experience into resilience, leadership, and purpose after service? In this episode of the Warrior Alliance Network, Tracey Lloyd—West Point graduate, Bronze Star recipient, former U.S. Army captain, and Executive Director of the Emily J.T. Perez Foundation—shares her journey from leading a 3,500-person combat aviation brigade during Operation Iraqi Freedom to leading global business operations and a mission-driven nonprofit. Tracey discusses the challenges women veterans face in civilian life, including military sexual trauma, homelessness, mental health, career transition, and underemployment. She also explains how the Emily J.T. Perez Foundation is creating culturally informed support for women veterans through its Resilience Bootcamp and helping young girls develop confidence through Camp Emily’s Way. Learn more about supporting women veterans, developing leadership after military service, and helping build a future without glass ceilings. Visit emilysway.org to volunteer, donate, or learn more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  3. Aug 8

    Coast Guard Careers: Missions, Benefits & Recruiting Secrets with Nick Evans USCG Recruiter

    In this Warrior Alliance Spotlight episode, Petty Officer First Class Nick Evans, a Coast Guard recruiter and Atlanta native, pulls back the curtain on America’s most misunderstood military branch. Discover the 11 core Coast Guard missions—from maritime law enforcement and drug interdiction to search-and-rescue and environmental protection—and how every role, including IT and logistics, enables mission success. You’ll learn how the Coast Guard’s unique “non-rate first” pathway lets new enlistees shadow multiple ratings before choosing a career, improving retention and job satisfaction. Nick shares boot camp realities at Cape May, NJ, age limits (up to 41), and why prior-service veterans are prime candidates—including combining service time toward a 20-year pension. Key benefits covered: GI Bill–funded college, in-service tuition assistance, Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH), predominantly stateside duty stations, and quality-of-life advantages for single-income families. Nick also highlights the high-demand Boatswain’s Mate (BM) rating and current recruiting challenges like boot camp seat wait times, plus the new Birmingham, AL training center expanding capacity. Whether you’re a high school senior, college grad, or veteran considering a return to service, this episode delivers actionable insights on missions, money, and lifestyle. Key Takeaways: · 11 missions: law enforcement, SAR, security, environmental protection, aids to navigation · Non-rate pathway: choose your rating after on-the-job exposure · Boot camp: 8 weeks at Cape May; lifelong bonds, achievable with commitment · Age & prior service: recruit up to 41; combine time for 20-year pension · Benefits: GI Bill, tuition assistance, BAH, stateside stability, family-friendly culture · Hot rating: Boatswain’s Mate (BM) for small-boat operations and interdictions · Recruiting update: wait times exist; new Birmingham training center adding seats See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  4. Aug 1

    Camp Southern Ground Helps Veterans Heal, Transition, and Thrive | Dr. Jennifer Selke & Matty Cook

    In this Warrior Alliance Spotlight episode, Dr. Jennifer Selke and Matty Cook of Camp Southern Ground share how Warrior Path, Warrior Week, and inclusive camp programming help veterans, first responders, military families, and youth heal, grow, and thrive after service. Learn how Camp Southern Ground supports veteran transition, post-traumatic growth, strengths-based development, and belonging through no-cost programs, peer-led care, and community connection. Founded by Zac Brown in Fayetteville, Georgia, Camp Southern Ground is changing lives through mission-driven support. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  5. Jul 11

    Atlanta Braves Foundation Impact: Danielle Bedasse on Veterans, Community Building & Baseball Beyond the FieldPart 2

    Discover how the Atlanta Braves Foundation is redefining the role of sports in community impact. In this Warrior Alliance Spotlight, Danielle Bedasse, Vice President of Community Affairs and Executive Director of the Braves Foundation, shares how baseball serves as a powerful platform for veteran support, youth development, and fighting food insecurity across Atlanta. From delivering nearly 5 million meals to expanding veteran services from 1,000 to 7,000 individuals annually, this episode highlights the real-world impact behind one of Major League Baseball’s most community-driven organizations. Learn how strategic partnerships with the Warrior Alliance, PGA REACH Georgia, and local nonprofits are creating lasting change—and why collaboration, storytelling, and authenticity are the keys to nonprofit success. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  6. Jul 11

    Atlanta Braves Foundation Impact: Danielle Bedasse on Veterans, Community Building & Baseball Beyond the Field

    Discover how the Atlanta Braves Foundation is redefining the role of sports in community impact. In this Warrior Alliance Spotlight, Danielle Bedasse, Vice President of Community Affairs and Executive Director of the Braves Foundation, shares how baseball serves as a powerful platform for veteran support, youth development, and fighting food insecurity across Atlanta. From delivering nearly 5 million meals to expanding veteran services from 1,000 to 7,000 individuals annually, this episode highlights the real-world impact behind one of Major League Baseball’s most community-driven organizations. Learn how strategic partnerships with the Warrior Alliance, PGA REACH Georgia, and local nonprofits are creating lasting change—and why collaboration, storytelling, and authenticity are the keys to nonprofit success. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  7. Jul 8

    Empowering Veterans: Inside CobbWorks' Free Job Training

    In this episode of The Warrior Alliance Spotlight, hosts Scott Munn and Tug Cowart sit down with Sonya Grant (President & CEO) and Olivia Wilson (Literacy & Strategic Partnership Manager) of CobbWorks (WorkSource Cobb). They discuss what it takes to connect underserved communities and transitioning military personnel with meaningful, long-term careers in Georgia. Learn how CobbWorks is breaking down barriers to employment by offering up to $10,000 in free funding for skills training, certifications, and apprenticeships. Sonya and Olivia explain how their agency helps veterans translate military experience into corporate skills, partners directly with top employers, and provides one-on-one career coaching. Whether you are looking for an apprenticeship, need help overcoming barriers like housing and childcare, or are an active-duty service member preparing for civilian life, this episode is packed with actionable resources. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  8. Jun 20

    Unlocking Veteran Careers & Up to $10K in Job Training with CobbWorks | The Warrior Alliance Spotlight

    Are you a veteran or job seeker looking to level up your career? In this episode of The Warrior Alliance Spotlight, hosts Scott Munn and Tug Cowart sit down with Sonya Grant (President & CEO) and Olivia Wilson (Literacy & Strategic Partnership Manager) of CobbWorks (WorkSource Cobb). They discuss what it takes to connect underserved communities and transitioning military personnel with meaningful, long-term careers in Georgia. Learn how CobbWorks is breaking down barriers to employment by offering up to $10,000 in free funding for skills training, certifications, and apprenticeships. Sonya and Olivia explain how their agency helps veterans translate military experience into corporate skills, partners directly with top employers, and provides one-on-one career coaching. Whether you are looking for an apprenticeship, need help overcoming barriers like housing and childcare, or are an active-duty service member preparing for civilian life, this episode is packed with actionable resources. Resources Mentioned: · CobbWorks (WorkSource Cobb): worksourcecobb.org · The Warrior Alliance: thewarrioralliance.org See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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This show takes a deep dive into what actions are working to support success after service for America’s Veterans.  Learn more about The Warrior Alliance impact, the VA and state efforts to improve Veteran care, and Veteran Service Organization’s free programs and services.

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  • Creator
    The Warrior Alliance
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    55
  • Rating
    Clean
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