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?? Exciting News! ?? Our CEO, Bethany Coates, joined the Leaders50 panel hosted by Anne Morriss author of Unleashed, and Thinkers50 to discuss the transformative role of leadership in shaping the future! ???? In this engaging conversation, Bethany dives into: BreakLine's work creating pathways for diverse and under-selected talent. The leadership skills she taps to navigate today’s complex challenges. Why you should not pursue a leadership role if your goal is to be comfortable. ?? Tune in now: Watch the panel here! https://lnkd.in/eqY89gtm A huge thank you to Leaders50 for featuring Bethany and highlighting BreakLine’s mission. We’re so proud of the work our team is doing to build a brighter, more inclusive future. ?? #BreakLineLeadership #Leaders50 #CareerAdvancement #BreakLine

??? Our latest episode on the BreakLine Arena Podcast is live! ??? We’re thrilled to feature Leslie Snavely (she/her), CEO & President of CHG Healthcare, the largest physician staffing company in the U.S. In this episode, Leslie shares her inspiring career journey, the lessons she’s learned as a military spouse, and how she stays true to her values: “I want to be who I am, where I am.” ?? Tune in for insights on leadership, mentorship, and how Leslie’s unique experiences have shaped her path. Don’t miss it! Check out the episode here! https://lnkd.in/e7Dz_5ES If you’re interested in learning more about BreakLine’s Utah initiative for military spouses and veterans, check it out here: https://lnkd.in/emn79QG6

??Reminder: Women in Defense Technology event - Don't Miss out!?? Are you passionate about Defense Technology and want to learn from some amazing women in the industry? Tomorrow’s your chance! ?? Women in DefTech ?? Wednesday, 10/23 ?? 12:00 - 1:00 pm PT | 3:00 - 4:00 pm ET ?? Virtual Event Join us for a closed-door conversation led by women, for women as BreakLine alumni share their inspiring journeys, how they’re shaping the future of national security, and tips for building a successful career in DefTech. ? What You’ll Gain: Career advice for women in DefTech ?? Insights on solving problems that matter with cutting-edge tech ?? A chance to connect with a community of passionate professionals You won’t want to miss this—there’s still time to register! ?? Register here: https://lnkd.in/eDJyGa5q #WomenInDefTech #CareerInspiration #DefTechLeadership

?? BreakLine Alumni Spotlight Alert ?? We’re thrilled to celebrate Hal Bowron, Head of Defense at HavocAI! ?? What drew him to HavocAI? ?? "The team is solving a critical challenge. Low-cost autonomous systems have flooded the battlespace, making it harder to counter. Our adversaries have excelled in shipbuilding and drone technology, and HavocAI is uniquely positioned to provide the cutting-edge solutions that warfighters need." What keeps him excited? ?? "We’re not just building cool tech – we’re laser-focused on delivering real capabilities for warfighters, and we’re moving fast!" Hal’s advice reminds us how important it is to build your support system during a career transition. ?? "Talk to as many people as possible – you never know where your next opportunity will come from. Networking is the second most powerful force in the universe." So excited to see Hal take off with an incredible team. Congrats to Joe Turner and Paul Lwin at HavocAI for such a phenomenal hire! ??

We're sending out a big congratulations to Elizabeth Brennan on her exciting promotion to Manager, Customer Experience Programs at Evolv Technology! She shared that she was drawn to Evolv because she is “passionate about keeping people safe.”? We love to see her continue to shine and serve in this new role!

The?BreakLine: Women In DefTech Panel?was fire!?Our alums shared inspiring perspectives on national security, innovation, and careers in the Defense Tech industry. This event, hosted by and for women, featured BreakLine alumni making waves in the sector. They helped bring our "support our tribe" value to life, and it was a pleasure to?celebrate their powerful contributions! ?“DefTech is about problem-solving. Everyone on this call is a badass woman who solves problems. We need you in this field, and if you join us, you can have huge mission impact.” Big thanks to?Aleksandra Bedard?Technical Program Manager at Anduril Industries,?Erin Hannon Biggers?Vice President at Vannevar Labs, and?Rachel Wible Norden?Federal Operations at Scale AI for bringing their best! To join us at our next Women in Defense Technology panel on Wed, Oct 23rd - 12-1 pm PT (3-4 pm ET) Please sign up here:?https://lnkd.in/gxWYJbzm

?? BreakLine Alumni Spotlight Alert ?? Meet Jemuir Rivers, Senior Director, Federal Strategic Solutions at C3 AI! After transitioning from the Navy, Jemuir was drawn to C3 AI for its innovative products and mission-driven approach in the federal sector. "C3 AI’s product and mission drew me in. I wanted to introduce new capabilities to the Department of Defense that actually work and leave the customer fully satisfied." ? His advice for career transitions? "Be patient and persistent. Give yourself grace, and know that BreakLine is in your corner as your number-one cheerleader. Approach it humbly, and what you want will come to you." We’re excited to see all the amazing work you’ll do Jemuir, and congratulations to Jon Siegal, Harp Dhanota, Jacqueline Simon, and the team at C3 AI.

Another amazing career leap from one of our own, Dorian Belz! We're proud to have been a part of his journey and can’t wait to see him thrive at C3 AI. Congratulations, Dorian—your BreakLine family is rooting for you!