On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome Eddie Dunn, Founder and Exec Director at Civilian Ready Foundation, Interim President at Vets2Industry, long time talent executive, Army veteran and veteran advocate to the show.
Eddie shares insights on creating veteran-ready workplaces and bridging the gap between the highly skilled veteran community and the civilian workforce. Eddie discusses the critical importance of confidence, community, and clarity during a veterans’ transition, and why employers must move beyond standard hiring practices to truly tap into veterans’ immense leadership capabilities and unique skillsets. From redefining transition as a wellness practice to advocating personalized career pathways, Eddie offers valuable guidance for HR leaders, employers, and transitioning service members alike.
Connect with Eddie:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eddiedunn/
Civilian Ready: https://www.civilianready.org/
Vets2Industry: https://vets2industry.org/
Connect with the show:
LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0
X: @HRPayroll2_0 @PeteTiliakos @JulieFer_HR
BlueSky: @hrpayroll2o.bsky.social
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