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184: How to Win the War on Talent by Becoming a Veteran-Ready Organization Featuring Kathy Lowrey Gallowitz, LtCol, USAF, Retired

Manufacturing Happy Hour · 7 May 2024 · 47m

What this episode covers

Retired Lieutenant Colonel Kathy Lowrey Gallowitz, founder of Vanguard Veteran, explains how manufacturers can transition from being merely 'veteran-friendly' to 'veteran-ready' by implementing robust retention systems, mentorship, and onboarding processes. She details the diverse skill sets veterans bring—including nursing, project management, and sales—and argues that their adaptability and trainability address the current labor shortage in the industry. Gallowitz also discusses her book, 'Beyond Thank You For Your Service,' and the Veteran Hiring Academy, offering practical strategies for employers to build inclusive cultures and retain military talent.

Most relevant to

early-stage companies

Topics

Mentioned

Companies
Vanguard Veteran, Harding, Johnson and Johnson, SeaWorld, Society of Human Resource Management
Products
Beyond "Thank You For Your Service:" The Veteran Champion Handbook for Civilians
Also
Wilford Hall, Heroes Make America

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