The Mettle of Honor Podcast: Stories of, Strength, Courage, & Perseverance™️

This episode’s guest is Bill Barnett, Founder & CEO of Mission Hire Me. While he is not a service member or veteran himself, his father did serve in the U.S. Navy. In honor of his father’s service, he carries out the mission to serve by helping veterans find meaningful employment from start to finish. “You served us. Let us serve you.” (https://www.missionhireme.com/) Veterans & Spouses can take advantage of Mission Hire Me. Our mission is to help veterans and spouses obtain meaningful employment by helping them share their stories through the extraordinary power of a video. 

MISSION HIRE ME CONTACT INFORMATION

Bill Barnett; Mission Hire Me- CEO & Founder

LINKEDIN (Bill Barnett): https://www.linkedin.com/in/926ventures/

LINKEDIN (Mission Hire Me) https://www.linkedin.com/company/bigvoicevideo/

FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/missionhire/

PHONE: 818-789-8399; 818-618-1149

DAN CARTER U.S. AIR FORCE, RETIRED Logistics Management ✯ Transportation ✯Operations✯ Charleston, South Carolina Metropolitan Area Dan is married with two kids. Military Honors and Awards 2018 First Sergeant of the Year 2013 Non-Commissioned Officer of the Year 2011 Unit Safety Representative of the Year Higher Education Ashford University (http://ashford.edu) Bachelor's of Science in Organizational Leadership (Graduated Magna Cum Laude with a GPA of 3.89) Recognitions: Veterans National Honor Society and Alpha Sigma Lambda Honor Society) Community College of the Air Force  (https://www.airuniversity.af.edu/Barnes/CCAF) Associates of Arts (A.A.) Human Resources Associates of Arts (A.A.) Business Administration and Transportation Management Professional Management Certification Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt (Issued By Improvement Partners, LLC) December 2020 Dan’s LinkedIn Profile  linkedin.com/in/danielrcarter1

This episode features Lisa Hiering, a retired Social Security Claims Specialist.  She has uncles and grandparents who served in the military as well as her oldest son who is a combat Marine Corps Veteran. So to her, Veterans are Lisa's family. Lisa also talks about the struggles of being a mother of this Marine Corps veteran who struggles with survivor's guilt and post-deployment. Because she is disabled herself, she understands the challenges veterans are facing. The veteran community is where Lisa’s passion lies and so she feels driven to help. Check out SSDI Insider Secrets™ For Veterans on Convene- learn about the Social Security Disability process and see what my Veterans Course is all about! Finding yourself in a place where you need to file for Social Security Disability benefits isn’t easy. Lisa knows because she’s been there. The last thing she wanted to do is file for these benefits. Like many, she wanted to work! Nobody wants to find themselves sitting home with no work income, unable to figure out what to do. Nobody is happy about the possibility of facing a real fight with a big government agency and having no idea where to start. Lisa’s courses contain step-by-step instructions on how to file and build a successful SSDI claim.

The SSDI Insider Secrets® Community focuses on helping our members gain the insight and support to confidently navigate the complex Social Security Disability process. You can schedule a free 20-minute call with Lisa to see if her course is a good fit for you and to discuss eligibility.

SSI Secret Insiders Website and Contact Information

https://www.ssdiinsidersecrets.com/ | https://ssdi-insider-secrets.convenecommunities.com/

Phone 888.882.2855

Schedule a free call https://calendly.com/ssdiinsidersecrets/20min

Jeff Clark, born and raised in Northern Oklahoma, is an Air Force Veteran with well over a decade of service as a medical logistician (AFSC 4A1X1). He has an MBA from Southwestern College and is currently studying for his Business Doctorate in Strategic Management.

After his time in service in the Air Force Jeff returned to government service and has learned valuable lessons on leadership. He believes leadership must be genuine, purposeful, and strategic. Jeff started writing down his thoughts as a form of therapy and creative expression.  In doing so, a love of talking about leadership developed.

Jeff Clark continues sharing those concepts, philosophies, and stories through his own writing, as well as his volunteer work with multiple veteran organizations. Veteran organizations he has been using his time to mentor and help veterans are Vets2Industry, Veterati, and The Enduring Campaign. Jeff specializes in non-fiction leadership, and his first book entitled: Hear. These. Truths.: The Ultimate Guide to Building Your Leadership Algorithm, through Tactical 16 Publishing will release soon. It will take readers on a journey to build their leadership and become more impactful leaders. Regardless of what industry you are in, his take on leadership will have something for everyone. He built a proven method of applying leadership that is military tested, honest, truthful, and strategic in its intentions. No frills, no BS, just leadership principles you need to know. TODAY.

Development of a fiction novel series is also in the works.

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April Shprintz | USAF Veteran | The Generosity Culture | Palm Beach Gardens, FL | April Shprintz is an Air Force veteran who served as an Award-winning Television Anchor and Executive Producer. In this role, she reported to Chief, Air Force News. She wrote, anchored, and executive produced a 30-minute newscast with a viewing audience of 75MM+, promoting the U.S. Air Force to potential recruits, communities, and current military members. April conducted high-profile interviews with Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and other top military leaders.

CURRENT VOLUNTEER WORK

Board of Advisors for Blankets of Hope

Blankets of Hope partners with schools and teachers to help children (our future leaders) learn empathy by writing caring notes for the homeless that are attached to blankets and given to individuals in need in the children’s local communities across the nation. As a member of the Advisory Board, I help grow strategic relationships to further the mission of the charity.

Business Mentor with Warrior Rising - a 501c3 non-profit that empowers U.S. military veterans by providing opportunities to create sustainable businesses, perpetuate the hiring of fellow U.S. military veterans, and earn their future.

April Shprintz Means of Connecting

Website. www.drivenoutcomes.com

Email address: [email protected]

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/aprilshprintz

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aprilshprintz/

Lida Citroën is an award-winning personal branding and reputation management specialist who develops the identities of global executives, professionals, military veterans, and thought leaders. She is the author of several bestselling books including Reputation 360: Creating Power Through Personal Branding and Control the Narrative: The Executive's Guide for Building, Pivoting, and Repairing Reputation. As CEO of LIDA360, Lida Citroën is passionate about helping our nation's veterans navigate the military-to-civilian career transition. She is a popular TEDx speaker, Instructor on LinkedIn Learning, and trainer at military installations and events across the country. Ms. Lida Citroen serves as a Member of the Board of Advisors of Concierge Resource, LLC. Ms. Citroen 22 years of experience leading successful branding, marketing, and communications to the company. She works closely with Concierge Resource guiding on strategic brand positioning, developing targeted marketing programs, and creating and managing focused communications to advance their position as a world-class concierge resource to companies, hospitals, and other concierges... businesses. In her engaging and informative presentations, Lida shares the secrets to building a standout personal brand at companies like Abbott Labs, Google, GE Healthcare, Johnson & Johnson, Sirius XM/Pandora Media, OtterBox, LinkedIn, Mazda North America, Mary Kay Corporate, Comcast and more. A powerful TedX speaker, "Talks at Google" speaker, keynote presenter, and multiple-course instructor on LinkedIn Learning, Lida also writes for Entrepreneur.com and Military.com and has been featured on MSNBC, The Hallmark Channel, CBN News, in Fortune magazine, Bloomberg.com, Forbes.com, Woman's Day magazine, the UK Guardian, Kiplinger's Personal Finance, and numerous other media outlets. A graduate of Pomona College in Claremont, Lida serves on the Board of Directors of the National Association of Veteran Serving Organizations (NAVSO) and is active in Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR).

Lida Citroën Contact Information

Website: https://www.lida360.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lida360/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lida_citroen/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LIDAthreesixty/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/LIDA360

Newsletter: https://www.lida360.com/newsletter/

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Eddie Dunn is a national thought leader in the veteran transition and employment space, currently leading a unique and dynamic talent management consulting practice focused on bridging the gap between veterans and employers. Previously, Eddie led the Marsh &  McLennan Veteran Talent Initiative where he more than doubled the total number of veteran hires in less than three years, achieving the coveted recognition as the #1 Military Friendly Employer in the nation. Prior to joining Marsh & McLennan, Eddie was one of the original architects of the most successful veteran employment program in U.S. history, called the  Veteran Jobs Mission with JPMorgan Chase. Eddie designed, built, and grew the nationally recognized coalition of 150 private-sector companies working to employ our nation’s veterans. In less than three years, the coalition hired more than 140,000 veterans. Since then, the coalition has grown to over 200 members and has hired over 780,000 veterans on its way to a million. Eddie is a 20-year veteran of the United States Army, both active duty and reserves. Having served in the famed 82nd Airborne Division as a young paratrooper and logistician, he later joined the Army Reserves as a parachute rigger and jumpmaster. During that time, he deployed to Ground Zero during 9/11 as a chaplain’s assistant and later for Operation Iraqi  Freedom. He was later promoted to Master Sergeant, where he held the position of First  Sergeant before his retirement. Eddie received his Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management from Nyack College,  New York, where he graduated summa cum laude. He is the recipient of numerous awards and decorations, most notably, Glaxo Supervisor of the Year; Combat Action Badge; Army  Commendation Medal; Novartis CEO Diversity Leadership Award; DOD, ESGR “Seven Seals” Award, two-time recipient of the ESGR “Patriot” Award and most recently named a 2021  Veteran Champion of the Year by G.I. Jobs Magazine. Eddie also served as an elected Town  Councilman in Vernon, New Jersey, where he currently lives with his bride of 25 years,  Marie Dunn.

More about Eddie Dunn

G.I. Jobs® Announces 2021 Veteran Champion of the Year in Corporate America Awards. Pittsburgh, May 18, 2021 – G.I. Jobs® is proud to announce the inaugural 2021 Veteran Champion of the Year (VCOY) in Corporate America awards, a prestigious honor presented to those who champion the recruitment, hiring, retention, and career advancement of U.S. military veterans in corporate America.

https://www.viqtory.com/g-i-jobs-announces-2021-veteran-champion-of-the-year-in-corporate-america-awards/

MBO Partner Member https://www.mbopartners.com/mbo-advantage/meet-the-members/eddie-dunn/

Published Article June 2021 Real Combat vs. Corporate Combat – How Authentic Value Can Transform a Nation

https://www.mbopartners.com/mbo-advantage/consulting-quarterly/

Contact Information

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/eddiedunn/

Website  eddiedunnconsulting.com/about-eddie (Veteran Transformation Business Consultant and Thought Leader)

Email [email protected]

We spend a lifetime acquiring knowledge and skills. When we're gone the things we learn go with us - unless we find a platform to share our experiences. My passion is to add value to others by sharing my experience through speaking, training and advising. - Joe Manns The tragic loss of his father, and the emotional gravity of the military funeral, inspired Kent West to join the Army. There he found purpose in his life, which was amplified by the 9/11 attacks. West struggles with being medically separated from military service as his Unit is deployed to Afghanistan. Encouraged by his "battle buddies", West finds the courage to seek treatment, and overcome, feelings of separation and PTSD. Realizing that not all fights happen on the battlefield, West has an opportunity to lead his good friend, Stevens, on his journey to healing. Supporting the Film Principle production for this feature film will begin in the summer of 2021 in Florida's Tampa Bay area. We are offering up to four sponsorship opportunities for the film, which include product placement, production credits, set tours during shooting, exclusive access to VIP screenings, and more. Specialist Joseph Manns (Joe Manns) US Army, OCT 1998 - Aug 2002 was inspired to create this film based on a need he recognized in the Military, Veteran, and Public Service communities - the need to normalize asking for help and to bring awareness to the general public that not all fights happen on the battlefield. Military training, not just combat, sometimes comes at a cost. That cost may be injuries, loss of friends during training accidents, real-world traumatic events that occur during training, and feelings of anxiety or depression from military separation. Manns says that he commonly recognized that his "battle buddies" don't see one another as combat veterans or non-combat veterans. In his experience, he often felt like his service was "dismissed" by non-veterans when he didn't have a war story to tell. Already struggling with separation disorder, and guilt of not deploying with his unit because of a medical discharge, he felt undeserving of treatment services offered by the VA. "I don't want to clog up the system for people who need it and deserve it more than me", he said. Manns' hope is that this film will be the vessel that will deliver the message to neutralize the stigma that anyone is undeserving of mental health services.

Contact Info

Website: https://www.joemanns.com  |  https://www.jmcbrands.com | https://dismissedmovie.com/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/joemanns | Email [email protected] | Work Phone: 727.477.1222

LTC Olivia J. Nunn (Washington DC-Baltimore Area) |Senior Marketing Manager | Social Media Strategist | Podcast Host | Diversity, Inclusion & Equality | Public Speaker | Veteran Affairs

Experienced Director Of Communication with a demonstrated history of working in the government relations industry. Skilled in developing, executing, and assessing strategic communication, crisis communications, social media, media relations, and operations management. Strong media and communication professional with a master’s degree focused on Public Relations & Corporate Communications from Georgetown University.

Lieutenant Colonel Olivia Nunn commissioned as an ROTC Military Graduate through Radford University ROTC program in 2001. LTC Nunn has served in command and staff positions within the United States Army, including three combat deployments to Iraq. LTC Nunn developed the United States Military Academy at West Point’s social media presence and redesigned the Academy’s website while assigned to the academy. LTC Nunn was responsible for developing and mentoring cadets as an assistant triathlon coach of the West Point Triathlon Team. LTC Nunn has served as an official Army spokesperson, lead Strategic Communication Planner, and Executive Officer to the Chief of Army Public Affairs. She assumed duties as the Director of Communication, Soldier for Life in September 2018. LTC Nunn also serves as the Podcast Host for the U.S. Army Soldier for Life podcast series, the lead for Women Initiatives, Diversity, and Inclusion, and social media manager.

LTC Nunn’s awards and decorations include the Bronze Star Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal with three Campaign Stars, Global War on Terror Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terror Service Medal, Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal, Army Service Ribbon, Army Overseas Ribbon, Meritorious Unit Citation, and the Army Staff Identification Badge.

LTC Nunn holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management from Radford University, Radford, VA, a Master of Science in Environmental Management from Webster University, and a Master of Professional Studies in Public Relations and Corporate Communications from Georgetown University. She is a graduate of the Command and General Staff College, the Joint Intermediate Public Affairs Course, the Public Affairs Qualification Course, the Chemical Officer Career Course, and the Chemical Officer Basic Course.

LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/olivia-j-nunn/  |  Soldier for Life |soldierforlife.army.mil  |

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