Your Next Mission?

?? Get Ready to Discover! ?? ?? Mentorship Beyond Boundaries ?? In the latest episode of Your Next Mission?,Evan Guzman ????, a Veteran Advocate and Founder of MilBrand Project, discussed how mentorship has evolved in the digital age and explained that digital advancements have enabled conversations that would have been impossible in the past. ?? #DidYouKnow Mentorship in the digital age offers several advantages: ?? Accessibility: Digital platforms like LinkedIn, Zoom, and countless others have broken down geographical barriers, allowing mentors and mentees to connect from anywhere in the world. ?Flexibility: Virtual meetings can be scheduled at convenient times, making it easier to fit mentorship into busy schedules. ?? Diverse Perspectives: Online mentorship programs can connect individuals with mentors from diverse backgrounds and industries, providing a broader range of insights and experiences. ??Continuous Support: Communication tools like email, messaging apps, and video calls allow for ongoing support and quick check-ins, fostering a stronger mentor-mentee relationship. ?? Do not miss this impactful conversation! Click the link in the comments below and watch the full episode now. Ted Hacker Kristin WaltCaroline K.M. Smith Garrick Griffin American Freedom Foundation ?#DigitalMentorship #MentorshipMatters #VirtualMentorship #OnlineMentoring- - #RemoteMentorship #MentorshipBenefits

New Episode Alert! ??? ???Mentorship in the Digital Age??? In this episode of Your Next Mission? video podcast, SMA Tilley sits down with Evan Guzman, Veteran Advocate and Founder of The MiLBRAND PROJECT ?? Project, a consulting agency that helps businesses connect with the military community. Evan, a former Global Head of Talent Acquisition and Military Connected Programs at Verizon, shares his insights on the unique skills and experiences that Military Veterans bring to the corporate world, and how navigating mentorship in the digital age can be a gamechanger into your next career. ?? In this clip, Evan Guzman explains how mentorship has changed in the digital age and is a great resource to start a conversation to explore job opportunities, education and entrepreneurship. ?? Do not miss this impactful conversation! Click the link in the comments below and watch the full episode now. Ted Hacker @Kristin Walt Caroline K.M. Smith Garrick Griffin American Freedom Foundation Dr. LaToya Sizer Latoya Hammond Tameka Garrett #MilitaryCommunity #VeteranSkills #DigitalMentorship #CareerTransition #Leadership #MentorshipMatters #VeteranSupport #CorporateSuccess #MilitaryExperience #CareerGrowth #InspiringLeaders

??? But Wait There Is More ??? ???Dental & Vision Insights! ??? In the latest episode of Your Next Mission? video podcast, Fleet Master Chief (R) Paul Kingsbury, Director of Federal Employee Program Community Relations, and Leslie Santiago-Rodriguez, PMP, Manager of Uniformed Services Community Relations at Blue Cross Blue Shield Association (BCBSA), discuss the common misunderstandings Veterans and their Families have regarding their dental and vision coverage. ?? Watch as Leslie Santiago-Rodriguez provides insights into the dental and vision coverage for Active Duty Servicemembers and their Families, responding to SMA Tilley's question. ?? To learn more about BCBS FEP Dental and BCBS FEP Vision, click the link in the comments below and watch the full episode now. Molly Frederickson Laura Mahoney Ted Hacker Kristin Walt Caroline K.M. Smith Garrick Griffin Jack Tilley Blue Cross and Blue Shield Federal Employee Program #BCBSFEPDental #oralhealth #vision #BCBSFEPVision #DentalCare #VisionCare #VeteranBenefits #MilitaryFamily #HealthSavings #VeteranSupport #InsuranceTips #EnrollNow

?? Get Ready to Discover! ?? ?? Discover the Benefits of FEDVIP ?? In the latest episode of Your Next Mission? video podcast, Fleet Master Chief (R) Paul Kingsbury, Director, Federal Employee Program Community Relations and Leslie Santiago-Rodriguez, PMP, Manager, Uniformed Services Community Relations at Blue Cross Blue Shield Association (BCBSA) talked about BCBS FEP Dental and BCBS FEP Vision programs and open enrollment. #DidYouKnow Blue Cross Blue Shield is proud to offer plans that help keep your smile and eyes healthy through the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program (FEDVIP). As a trusted provider of quality insurance for retired uniformed service members and their families, families of active-duty service members, as well as federal and USPS employees, retirees and their families, Blue Cross Blue Shield’s FEDVIP dental and vision plans provide the additional coverage you and your family need to keep your eyes and smile healthy for years to come. The graphic below from our partners at BCBSA helps with navigating through the FEDVIP process of checking your eligibility and enrolling in a program that best suit you and your family’s needs. ?? To learn more about BCBS FEP Dental and BCBS FEP Vision, click the link in the comments below and watch the full episode now. Molly Frederickson Laura Mahoney Ted Hacker Kristin Walt Caroline K.M. Smith Garrick Griffin Jack Tilley Blue Cross and Blue Shield Federal Employee Program #BCBSFEPDental #oralhealth #vision #BCBSFEPVision #DentalCare #VisionCare #VeteranBenefits #MilitaryFamily #HealthSavings #VeteranSupport #InsuranceTips #EnrollNow

??? New Episode Alert! ??? ???Open Season Is Here! ?? Enroll Today! In this episode of Your Next Mission? video podcast SMA Tilley sits down with Fleet Master Chief (R) Paul Kingsbury Director, Federal Employee Program Community Relations and Leslie Santiago-Rodriguez, PMP, Manager, Uniformed Services Community Relations at Blue Cross Blue Shield Association. They discuss the Open Enrollment Season of the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program (FEDVIP) and what Active Duty Servicemembers, Veterans and their Families need to know to ensure they are fully covered with dental and vision insurance. ?? In this clip, Paul Kingsbury highlights the importance of researching FEDVIP and enrolling family members so they can save on dental and vision expenses. ?? Do not miss this impactful conversation! Click the link in the comments below and watch the full episode now. Molly Frederickson Laura Mahoney Ted Hacker Kristin Walt Caroline K.M. Smith Garrick Griffin #FEDVIP #DentalCare #VisionCare #VeteranBenefits #MilitaryFamily #HealthSavings #VeteranSupport #InsuranceTips #EnrollNow

??? But Wait There Is More ??? ??? Veterans Challenges! ??? In the most recent episode of Your Next Mission? video podcast, Dan Clare, Chief Communications and Outreach Officer with DAV (Disabled American Veterans), described the DAV mission of meeting Veterans where they are in order to best assist them and their Families with their own unique challenges. ?? In this clip, Dan Clare talks about how it is the Veteran community’s responsibility to be united and fight so that all Veterans receive the resources and care they so deservedly earned in service to our country. ?? Do not miss this impactful conversation! Click the link in the comments below and watch the full episode now. Ryan Burgos Rob Lewis Michael Stegner Ted Hacker Kristin Walt Caroline K.M. Smith Garrick Griffin American Freedom Foundation #Veterans #SupportOurTroops #DAV #DisabledVeterans #VeteranSupport #MilitaryFamily #VeteranAssistance #Grants #Scholarships #EmergencyRelief

?? Get Ready to Discover! ?? ?? Supporting Disabled Veterans and Their Families ?? In the latest episode of Your Next Mission? video podcast, Dan Clare, Chief Communications and Outreach Officer with DAV (Disabled American Veterans), shared the range of programs the DAV offers to help disabled Veterans and their Families. #DidYouKnow ??Free Services for Veterans: DAV offers a range of free services to Veterans, including help with VA benefits, medical transportation to and from VA appointments, employment and entrepreneurship services, assistance with transitioning to civilian life and so much more. ??Scholarship and Programs:?DAV offers $110,000 in scholarships annually to student volunteers who demonstrate outstanding dedication and service to our nation’s Veterans.?? ???Emergency Disaster Relief: ?DAV provides financial assistance and supply kits to Veterans and their Families affected by natural disasters like hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, and fires. In 2023, DAV provided nearly $727,000 to more than 1,000 Veterans affected by natural disasters Veteran Advocacy: With nearly 1 million members, DAV’s powerful voice ensures that Veterans are heard at the local, state and federal levels. ?? Women Veterans: DAV is committed to ensure Women Veterans, the fastest growing demographic of Veterans, receives equity in service and health outcomes. ?? Learn more about the DAV by clicking the link in the comments below and watch the full episode now. Ryan Burgos Rob Lewis Michael Stegner Ted Hacker Kristin Walt Caroline K.M. Smith Garrick Griffin Jack Tilley Tameka Garrett American Freedom Foundation #Veterans #SupportOurTroops #DAV #DisabledVeterans #VeteranSupport #MilitaryFamily #VeteranAssistance #Grants #Scholarships #EmergencyRelief

??? New Episode Alert! ??? ????HAPPY VETERANS DAY! ??? In this special Veterans Day episode of Your Next Mission? video podcast SMA Tilley sits down with Dan Clare, Chief Communications and Outreach Officer with DAV (Disabled American Veterans), to highlight the incredible work of one of the largest and most influential non-profit organizations that supports those that have served, our Veterans and their Families. ?? In this clip, Dan Clare outlines the various services DAV offers, including VA claims representation, transportation to VA appointments, and much more. ?? Don’t miss out on this impactful conversation! Click the link in the comments below and watch the full episode now. Ryan Burgos Rob Lewis Michael Stegner Ted Hacker Kristin Walt Caroline K.M. Smith Garrick Griffin US Army US Army TRADOC U.S. Army Soldier For Life American Freedom Foundation #VeteransDay?#DAV #VeteransSupport #HonorOurHeroes #VeteranFamilies #CommunityImpact?#ServiceAndSacrifice

??? But Wait There Is More ??? ??? Purpose and Camaraderie! ??? In the most recent episode of Your Next Mission? video podcast, Harrison Bernstein, a former collegiate and National Football League (NFL) coach, founder and president of Soldiers To Sidelines talks about his goals to have over 10,000 Soldier coaches impact over 1,000,000 kids. ?? "In this video, Harrison Bernstein shares how coaching can offer the purpose and camaraderie Servicemembers seek after their service, and how it can benefit the communities they live in." ?? Don’t miss out on this impactful conversation! Click the link in the comments below and watch the full episode now. Ted Hacker Kristin Walt Caroline K.M. Smith Garrick Griffin John O'Grady Timothy P. McGuire Del Smith James Champagne Judd Garrett ZeroMils Wounded Warrior Project US Army U.S. Army Recruiting Command (USAREC) U.S. Army Center for Initial Military Training Raymond Harris Shade Munday #Leadership #Teamwork #VeteranSupport #Coaching #MilitaryToCivilian?#CommunityImpact #VeteranSucces

?? Get Ready to Discover! ?? ??Become a Soldier-Coach?? In the latest episode of Your Next Mission? video podcast, Harrison Bernstein, a former collegiate and NFL coach, and the founder and president of Soldiers To Sidelines, shared how his passion project during the off-season transformed into a full-time mission. His organization now supports Servicemembers and Veterans in achieving their coaching goals. #Didyouknow ? ??Training and Certification: Soldiers To Sidelines offer free virtual coaching certification seminars, in-person workshops, clinics, and networking events to help active duty Servicemembers, Veterans, Spouses and Gold Star Family members become character-based sports coaches. ??Impact: Many of those who have completed the certification process have gone on to coach at high school, collegiate, and even professional levels. Over 2,000 Veterans Coaches have completed the program with 27% of participants in the program being women and Soldiers To Sidelines are encouraging more to join. ?? Support Network: Soldiers To Sidelines is supported by a comprehensive network of top sports, military, and business professionals, as well as donors. ???? Notable Past Presenters: Soldiers To Sidelines has been supported by renowned coaches, including Michigan State University Men's Basketball Coach Tom Izzo, Coaching Legend & NCAA Men's Basketball National Championship Coach Tubby Smith, as well as College Football National Champion Coaches Bob Stoops and Mack Brown, among others ?? Learn more about Soldiers To Sidelines by clicking the link in the comments below and watch the full episode now. Ted Hacker Kristin Walt Caroline K.M. Smith Garrick Griffin John O'Grady Timothy P. McGuire Del Smith James Champagne Judd Garrett ZeroMils Sam Shade Wounded Warrior Project US Army U.S. Army Recruiting Command (USAREC) U.S. Army Center for Initial Military Training Raymond (Ray) Chandler Raymond Harris Shade Munday Jack Tilley #Leadership #Teamwork #VeteranSupport #Coaching #MilitaryToCivilian #CommunityImpact #VeteranSucces