Veteran On the Move

In this episode, Joe is joined by Army Veteran and Chief Business Officer at Brio Benefit Consulting, Kevin Ritchie. Kevin served in the Army for over 16 years, going from enlisted to officer and on both Active Duty and Reserves. He worked for 18 successful years at Cigna before joining Brio Benefit Consulting. Brio helps employers recruit and retain talent through benefits and ranked as the #2 “Best Small Company to Work for in New York”. Kevin shares his advice for Veterans in transition and why it is important to find a company with a culture that fits your ideals and values. Check out Brio here. 

 

About Our Guest  

Kevin Ritchie spent over 16 years in the Army where he rose from an enlisted soldier to eventually commanding a company and reporting to senior staff. After joining the US Army Reserves in 1997, Ritchie simultaneously began working for Cigna Healthcare as a customer representative and scaled his way up to Vice President of Sales. Ritchie is currently the Chief Business Officer at Brio Benefit Consulting based in New York City.

 Ritchie credits his professional and personal success to the time he spent in the military. Whether it’s a commitment to fitness or understanding the importance of planning, the military has been instrumental in developing an operational mindset devised to achieve the team’s goals and in turn his individual goals.

 Now, more than ever, employers are seeking loyal, passionate, honest, task-oriented, confident, team-first attitude employees. Ritchie points out that employers don’t have to look too far; veterans bring all these valuable qualities to the table, especially in the workplace. When you hire a veteran, you hire a potential future leader.

 For Ritchie, the appeal of the ever-changing nature of benefits and insurance lead him to pursue such a profound career. While successfully leading a team of professionals and growing a customer base of over 200,000 over 18 years at Cigna, Ritchie took a giant leap of faith when he decided to join Brio Benefit Consulting. As the industry was evolving, Ritchie was captivated with Brio’s approach and strategic direction and believed that they were at the forefront of where the industry was heading so he wanted to be part of shaping that future.

 Among many of Brio’s achievements, Ritchie is elated to be part of an organization that was recently ranked #2 “Best Small Company to Work for in New York” by Rochester Business Journal in July 2021 while continuing to grow at a pace 3x the industry average. Brio focuses on helping employers attract and retain top talent, and it is committed to delivering solutions that advance the objectives of its clients and its employees. During annual reviews, employees expressed gratitude for how they were able to “survive” and grow as a team during the pandemic.

 

 

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Navy Federal Credit Union 

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At Navy Federal, our members are the mission.  

 

American Giant  

American Giant creates American-made basics designed to endure.

In this episode, Joe is joined by Scott Patterson, a Marine Corps veteran and the founder of Tumble. Scott served for 11 years in the Infantry before transitioning into the civilian sector. While staying with a friend in San Francisco, he became frustrated with the outdated and unreliable laundry set up in the apartment building and at his local laundromat. Scott shares with Joe how he entered the laundry industry and how Tumble is now in hundreds of buildings across multiple states. Check out Tumble here. 

 

 

About Our Guest  

Scott Patterson founded Tumble in 2019 with a mission to modernize the laundry experience. After serving 11 years in the United States Marine Corps, Patterson was trained to be diligent about his laundry. Upon leaving the marines, Patterson moved into a friend’s apartment in San Francisco where he was shocked to see dirty laundry rooms with broken machines, stolen clothes and unreliable customer service. 

Coalescing his extensive military training with his passion for technology as a means to improve quality of life, Tumble was born with the goal of modernizing this highly-desired amenity. Tumble first launched in San Francisco in 2021 and has since scaled across California, with plans to be in 200 cities and 25 major metros by June 2023. 

Patterson’s experience assembling highly-specialized teams has proven successful as he continues to identify and partner with experts in the field. As the organization’s leader, his focus remains on product innovation, talent acquisition, partnership development and expansion efforts as the team continues to grow. 

Prior to starting Tumble, Patterson was an innovation designer at Accenture, in San Francisco, where he honed his skills across research and development, design and emerging technology. During his time in the United States Marine Corps, Patterson served first as unit infantry leader, where he acted as a senior enlisted advisor to the platoon commander and maintained accountability of all personnel. While at that post, he was awarded two Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals for superior performance. He later served as Operation Chief, where he consulted with the Commanding Officer, Executive Officer, First Sergeant and Company Gunnery Sergeant and coordinated all company operations for 160 Marines with higher levels of leadership at the battalion level.

 

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Navy Federal Credit Union 

Veterans Day comes every year, but companies rarely thank veterans in a way that’s meaningful and Veterans definitely deserve to be thanked in a meaningful way. At Navy Federal Credit Union, every day is Veterans Day. As a Navy Federal member for over 32 years I can tell you that they get the military. They offer resources like the VA Loans Hub” and “Best Cities After Service.” They offer veteran employment assistance partnerships with nonprofits like The Mission Continues. They’re a top VA Home Loan lender, offer personal finance counseling, and  offer 24/7 member service. They have a growing community of over 1.8 million veterans like you.  Learn more at navyfederal.org/veterans

At Navy Federal, our members are the mission.  

 

 

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Veteran On the Move podcast has published over 455 episodes. Our listeners have the opportunity to hear in-depth interviews conducted by host Joe Crane. The podcast features people, programs,

In this episode, Joe is joined by Army Veteran and entrepreneur Andrew Abrogast. Andrew served as an Apache helicopter pilot for ten years before transitioning into the corporate world. Andrew worked towards his transition while still on Active Duty and partnered with a mentor he was matched with through American Corporate Partners. He had a successful corporate job but turned to entrepreneurship looking for change and founded Arbo's Cheese Dip in 2021. Andrew shares how he took his father’s cheese dip recipe from local retail to a deal with Kroger. Check out Arbo’s Cheese Dip here. 

 

 

About Our Guest  

Andrew Arbogast is an Army veteran / Apache helicopter pilot from Memphis, TN. Andrew left the Army for corporate America in 2017 after serving 10 years - bored with his career, Andrew decided to start a business in Jan 2021, Arbos Cheese Dip, using his fathers Queso recipe. After reaching hundreds of stores in several states by Aug 2021, Andrew left his job at International Paper to pursue national grocery retail and landed a deal to launch Arbos in Kroger on Oct 27, 2022.

 

 

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Navy Federal Credit Union 

Veterans Day comes every year, but companies rarely thank veterans in a way that’s meaningful and Veterans definitely deserve to be thanked in a meaningful way. At Navy Federal Credit Union, every day is Veterans Day. As a Navy Federal member for over 32 years I can tell you that they get the military. They offer resources like the VA Loans Hub” and “Best Cities After Service.” They offer veteran employment assistance partnerships with nonprofits like The Mission Continues. They’re a top VA Home Loan lender, offer personal finance counseling, and  offer 24/7 member service. They have a growing community of over 1.8 million veterans like you.  Learn more at navyfederal.org/veterans.

 

At Navy Federal, our members are the mission.  

 

American Forces Travel

Did you know that there is a leisure travel website that was made just for  you and your family members that can save you money on travel plus support your military community at the same time?

American Forces Travel is committed to providing high-quality and best value travel services to patrons affiliated with the Department of Defense as a way to thank them for their service and dedication to our country.

American Forces Travel is a DOD partnership with Priceline. Made exclusively for Active-Duty, Reservists, Veterans, and DoD Civilians you can save up to 50% off hotels, flights, rental cars and more. You can even find and purchase event tickets through the site. 

On top of that, travel company commissions go to your service branch to be reinvested into your military community. Check out AmericanForcesTravel at veteranonthemove.com/travel and see for yourself.

 

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Veteran On the Move podcast has published over 455 episodes. Our listeners have the opportunity to hear in-depth interviews conducted by host Joe Crane. The podcast features people, programs, and resources to assist veterans in their transition to entrepreneurship.  As a result, Veteran On the Move has over 7,000,000 verified downloads through Stitcher Radio, SoundCloud, iTunes and RSS Feed Syndication making it one of the most popular Military Entrepreneur Shows on the Internet Today.

In this episode, Joe is joined by Navy Veteran and entrepreneur Jeff Gum. Jeff served as a Navy SEAL for 10 years before transitioning off Active Duty. Jeff is the founder of Sunga Life, an athleisure clothing brand inspired by time he spent in Brazil. He founded Sunga Life prior to leaving Active Duty and continued his business education by earning his MBA. Jeff shares with Joe how the lessons and skills he learned as a SEAL have influenced his business and leadership style. They also discuss the value of mentorship, both in and outside the military. Check out Sunga Life here. 

About Our Guest  

Jeff Gum served for ten years as a US Navy SEAL at SEAL Team 5 with two deployments to the Middle East and as Lead Petty Officer of the SEAL Combatives Program. He earned his B.S. in Business Management at the University of Central Florida and his MBA at UCLA Anderson where he founded Sunga Life, an athleisure brand all about freedom. He is a Scientific Master Diver with the Force Blue Team saving the Coral Reef in Florida and on the board of the Adaptive Training Foundation. 

 

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Navy Federal Credit Union 

Veterans Day comes every year, but companies rarely thank veterans in a way that’s meaningful and Veterans definitely deserve to be thanked in a meaningful way. At Navy Federal Credit Union, every day is Veterans Day. As a Navy Federal member for over 32 years I can tell you that they get the military. They offer resources like the VA Loans Hub” and “Best Cities After Service.” They offer veteran employment assistance partnerships with nonprofits like The Mission Continues. They’re a top VA Home Loan lender, offer personal finance counseling, and  offer 24/7 member service. They have a growing community of over 1.8 million veterans like you.  Learn more at navyfederal.org/veterans.

At Navy Federal, our members are the mission.  

 

Want to be our next guest? Send us an email at [email protected]. 

Did you love this episode? Leave us a 5-star rating and review! 

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Veteran On the Move podcast has published over 455 episodes. Our listeners have the opportunity to hear in-depth interviews conducted by host Joe Crane. The podcast features people, programs, and resources to assist veterans in their transition to entrepreneurship.  As a result, Veteran On the Move has over 7,000,000 verified downloads through Stitcher Radio, SoundCloud, iTunes and RSS Feed Syndication making it one of the most popular Military Entrepreneur Shows on the Internet Today.

In this episode, Joe is joined by Army Veteran and author John Davis. John served in the Infantry, completing multiple tours in Afghanistan. Following his separation from Active Duty, John attended college and became an advocate for his fellow student Veterans. Joe and John discuss the benefits of college for a transitioning service members, as well as the challenges they may face. John wrote his book Combat to College to help Veterans apply the skills they learned in the military to college. Find out more about John here. 

 

About Our Guest  

John H. Davis is a decorated combat veteran with multiple tours in Afghanistan. He has since dedicated himself to veteran advocacy, receiving congressional, legislative, and local recognition. He earned his masters degree in education from Harvard and his bachelors in history from St. Joseph's College. He has spoken to Congress as a legislative fellow for the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Student Veterans of America. John is the author of Combat to College and the Student Veteran Semester Journal.

 

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Navy Federal Credit Union 

Becoming a member at Navy Federal Credit Union lets you experience more. Navy Federal Credit Union makes buying a car easy with their auto loan process. You can do it on their mobile app, online or by phone. It’s so fast, you can get a decision in seconds and you could enjoy a great rate. Plus, with Navy Federal’s Car Buying Service powered by TrueCar, you can shop, compare, and get upfront pricing on your next new or used car. Whether you’re looking to buy your first car or your dream car, Navy Federal could help you cruise into the car you want with a monthly payment you can afford. Find out more at navyfederal.org.

At Navy Federal, our members are the mission.  

 

Want to be our next guest? Send us an email at [email protected]. 

Did you love this episode? Leave us a 5-star rating and review! 

Download Joe Crane’s Top 7 Paths to Freedom or get it on your mobile device. Text VETERAN to 38470.

Veteran On the Move podcast has published over 455 episodes. Our listeners have the opportunity to hear in-depth interviews conducted by host Joe Crane. The podcast features people, programs, and resources to assist veterans in their transition to entrepreneurship.  As a result, Veteran On the Move has over 7,000,000 verified downloads through Stitcher Radio, SoundCloud, iTunes and RSS Feed Syndication making it one of the most popular Military Entrepreneur Shows on the Internet Today.

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In this episode, Joe is joined by Army Veteran and entrepreneur Spencer Emch. Spencer served as an Apache Helicopter Pilot, leaving Active Duty after 12 years of service. His well planned transition to the airlines was derailed by the impact of COVID-19 on the travel industry and he moved to Romania where he continues to live today with his family. Spencer created his own business in Romania, providing contact pilot services and has recently published a book about his military experience. Check out Spencer’s book Time of Flight here.

About Our Guest  

Spencer was an AH-64D Longbow Apache Attack Helicopter Pilot and Warrant Officer in the US Army with 2.5 years total in the combat theaters of Iraq and Afghanistan over the course of his 12-year career. He left the service in 2020 for a life of adventure, now living as an expat and entrepreneur in Bucharest, Romania with his wife and newborn son, where he still flies helicopters and airplanes as a contract pilot as well. As a newly published author, Spencer seeks out engagements that allow him to share his experiences with those who are transitioning and help them understand how the attributes gained in the military can lead to personal peace and prosperity in the civilian world.

 

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Navy Federal Credit Union 

Becoming a member at Navy Federal Credit Union lets you experience more. Navy Federal Credit Union makes buying a car easy with their auto loan process. You can do it on their mobile app, online or by phone. It’s so fast, you can get a decision in seconds and you could enjoy a great rate. Plus, with Navy Federal’s Car Buying Service powered by TrueCar, you can shop, compare, and get upfront pricing on your next new or used car. Whether you’re looking to buy your first car or your dream car, Navy Federal could help you cruise into the car you want with a monthly payment you can afford. Find out more at navyfederal.org.

At Navy Federal, our members are the mission.  

 

Sabio

If you’re considering a job in software engineering, I highly recommend checking out Sabio. Sabio is a Coding Boot Camp and Developer Community that’s been training veterans since 2013 and can help you transition to a full-time career in tech within a few months! Sabio is not your average bootcamp—in just 17 weeks, you’ll not only learn to code, but gain real-life experience and graduate ready to start a real, high-paying tech job Visit sabio.la/onthemove to learn how you can use your VA benefits to enroll.

 

 

Want to be our next guest? Send us an email at [email protected]. 

Did you love this episode? Leave us a 5-star rating and review! 

Download Joe Crane’s Top 7 Paths to Freedom or get it on your mobile device. Text VETERAN to 38470.

Veteran On the Move podcast has published over 455 episodes. Our listeners have the opportunity to hear in-depth interviews conducted by host Joe Crane. The podcast features people, programs, and resources to assist veterans in their transition to entrepreneurship.  As a result, Veteran On the Move has over 7,000,000 verified downloads through Stitcher Radio, SoundCloud, iTunes and RSS Feed Syndication making it one of the most popular Military Entrepreneur Shows on the Internet Today.

In this episode, Joe is joined by Army Veteran, Reservist, and entrepreneur Andrew Haney. While serving on Active Duty,  Andrew became interested in entrepreneurship and the opportunity to be his own boss. He started exploring opportunities in entrepreneurship while serving and started day trading.  He was working a corporate job when he first started flipping land which he now does full time. Drew and Joe discuss the benefit of group training and courses for transitioning Veterans and using off time for professional and personal development. He shares great recommendations for those transitioning, looking to balance entrepreneurship with another job, or are interested in land investment. 

About Our Guest  

Ex-paratrooper and army logistician Drew Haney used the leadership skills he learned as an army officer to build a land investing business and quit his day job in only one year

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About Our Sponsors

Navy Federal Credit Union 

Becoming a member at Navy Federal Credit Union lets you experience more. Navy Federal Credit Union makes buying a car easy with their auto loan process. You can do it on their mobile app, online or by phone. It’s so fast, you can get a decision in seconds and you could enjoy a great rate. Plus, with Navy Federal’s Car Buying Service powered by TrueCar, you can shop, compare, and get upfront pricing on your next new or used car. Whether you’re looking to buy your first car or your dream car, Navy Federal could help you cruise into the car you want with a monthly payment you can afford. Find out more at navyfederal.org.

At Navy Federal, our members are the mission.  

 

Want to be our next guest? Send us an email at [email protected]. 

Did you love this episode? Leave us a 5-star rating and review! 

Download Joe Crane’s Top 7 Paths to Freedom or get it on your mobile device. Text VETERAN to 38470.

Veteran On the Move podcast has published over 455 episodes. Our listeners have the opportunity to hear in-depth interviews conducted by host Joe Crane. The podcast features people, programs, and resources to assist veterans in their transition to entrepreneurship.  As a result, Veteran On the Move has over 7,000,000 verified downloads through Stitcher Radio, SoundCloud, iTunes and RSS Feed Syndication making it one of the most popular Military Entrepreneur Shows on the Internet Today.

In this episode, Joe is joined by Army Veteran and life coach Nick Devlin. Nick served as an Army Ranger, deploying multiple times around the world. After making the difficult decision to separate from Active Duty, Nick entered the civilian workforce. He shares his transition experience and the challenges he faced  finding a new purpose and community outside the military. After realizing that life in corporate America was the wrong direction for him and his family, Nick made a change, refocusing his energy and eventually becoming a coach. As a coach, Nick now helps others create the life they want to live. Find out more about Nick here. 

 

 

About Our Guest  

Nick is a life coach helping stressed out high achievers become whole again and live their lives like a big adventure. Nick is a recovering over achiever and has walked many paths including hardcore punk rocker, engineer, Ivy League MBA student, corporate manager and Army Airborne Ranger. He has never shied away from adventure and has a high tolerance for risk. As a special operations soldier he deployed multiple times, jumped out of many perfectly good airplanes and conducted 100's of missions in highly volatile parts of the globe.

Through his many first hand exploits and close observation he has learned deep lessons about human nature, the psychology of fear and how the mind works. As a professional life coach he is unafraid to go to the deep spaces with his players and has a passion for freeing people from the grips of limiting patterns and beliefs. He has a powerful presence, ability to listen and skill for increasing awareness and inspiring action.

He has 3 young children and loves outdoor adventure, personal growth and creating transformational experiences to help expand human freedom.

 

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Sabio

If you’re considering a job in software engineering, I highly recommend checking out Sabio. Sabio is a Coding Boot Camp and Developer Community that’s been training veterans since 2013 and can help you transition to a full-time career in tech within a few months! Sabio is not your average bootcamp—in just 17 weeks, you’ll not only learn to code, but gain real-life experience and graduate ready to start a real, high-paying tech job Visit sabio.la/onthemove to learn how you can use your VA benefits to enroll.

 

Navy Federal Credit Union 

Becoming a member at Navy Federal Credit Union lets you experience more. Navy Federal Credit Union makes buying a car easy with their auto loan process. You can do it on their mobile app, online or by phone. It’s so fast, you can get a decision in seconds and you could enjoy a great rate. Plus, with Navy Federal’s Car Buying Service powered by TrueCar, you can shop, compare, and get upfront pricing on your next new or used car. Whether you’re looking to buy your first car or your dream car, Navy Federal could help you cruise into the car you want with a monthly payment you can afford. Find out more at navyfederal.org.

At Navy Federal, our members are the mission.  

 

Want to be our next guest? Send us an email at [email protected]. 

Did you love this episode? Leave us a 5-star rating and review! 

Download Joe Crane’s Top 7 Paths to Freedom or get it on your mobile device. Text VETERAN to 38470.

Veteran On the Move podcast has published over 455 episodes. Our listeners have the opportunity to hear in-depth interviews conducted by host Joe Crane. The podcast features people, programs, and resources to assist veterans in their transition to entrepreneurship.  As a result, Veteran On the Move has over 7,000,

This week Joe is joined by Army Veteran, entrepreneur, and business development executive Brad Harrison. Influenced by his father, Brad started his entrepreneurial journey at a young age and has maintained his passion for building businesses ever since. He attended West Point and served as an Army Infantry Officer prior to transitioning to the civilian sector. Brad discusses his transition experience and common challenges faced by Veterans as they enter the workforce and where to find help. Brad also shares the story behind Scout Ventures and Veteran businesses that are a part of their portfolio. Listen today to learn more about the value of mentorship, questions to ask when looking for the right job, and the importance of engaging with your Veteran community. Learn more about Scout Ventures here. 

 

 

About Our Guest 

Brad is an entrepreneur and seasoned business development executive with a passion for building companies and pushing the envelope of technological innovation. He has successfully helped incubate several companies out of the Scout office, including Scout's most successful investment to date, Unite US, PortfolioWatch (exited), and Assurely. Brad also has deep experience developing concepts, including co-authoring three patents in search, geo-tagging, and personalization. Brad was a distinguished honor graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point and served as an Airborne Ranger in the United States Army for five years before retiring as Captain. He also graduated from MIT Sloan School of Management, where he studied New Product and Venture Development. While attending MIT, Brad was fortunate enough to work with Endeca Technologies and PureTech Ventures to help launch a joint MIT-Harvard incubator. He lives in Austin, Texas, with his wife Angie and their son, Elvis, their daughter, Scout, and Team Harrisons trusty bernedoodle, Ziggy.

 

 

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Navy Federal Credit Union 

 

Becoming a member at Navy Federal Credit Union lets you experience more. Navy Federal Credit Union makes buying a car easy with their auto loan process. You can do it on their mobile app, online or by phone. It’s so fast, you can get a decision in seconds and you could enjoy a great rate. Plus, with Navy Federal’s Car Buying Service powered by TrueCar, you can shop, compare, and get upfront pricing on your next new or used car. Whether you’re looking to buy your first car or your dream car, Navy Federal could help you cruise into the car you want with a monthly payment you can afford. Find out more at navyfederal.org.

At Navy Federal, our members are the mission.  

 

Want to be our next guest? Send us an email at [email protected]. 

Did you love this episode? Leave us a 5-star rating and review! 

Download Joe Crane’s Top 7 Paths to Freedom or get it on your mobile device. Text VETERAN to 38470.

Veteran On the Move podcast has published over 445 episodes. Our listeners have the opportunity to hear in-depth interviews conducted by host Joe Crane. The podcast features people, programs, and resources to assist veterans in their transition to entrepreneurship.  As a result, Veteran On the Move has over 7,000,000 verified downloads through Stitcher Radio, SoundCloud, iTunes and RSS Feed Syndication making it one of the most popular Military Entrepreneur Shows on the Internet Today.

This week Joe is joined by Army Veteran and the CEO and founder of Corelini PR, Tiffany Pilgrim. Tiffany and her family immigrated to the United States from Barbados when she was 16 and she joined the Army after graduating from High School. Following her transition from Active Duty, she followed her interests into media with insight from her mentor through American Corporate Partners. Tiffany has now taken her experience in media, fine arts, and user design experience (UX) to found Corelini PR. She shares her advice for fellow Veteran Entrepreneurs and how she gives back to the community through Veterans In Media and Entertainment. Learn more about Tiffany and Corelini PR here. 

 

 

About Our Guest 

As a futurist, Founder, and CEO, Tiffany Pilgrim, a Barbadian-American, has prioritized diversifying her knowledge. Ms. Pilgrim is a public relations executive, a classically trained actress, has trained in fine arts and design, and is a certified Adobe Visual Design Specialist who, at the age of 16, moved with her family from Barbados to bustling New York City. Not long after moving, she started her professional career as an enlisted U.S. Army motor transport operator. 

After serving, she shifted her focus, concentrating on a new career while perfecting her communications talents at a London-based global social media agency. During her time there, Ms. Pilgrim managed top-tier billion-dollar brands such as T-Mobile and DAZN—an international sports streaming platform. Before founding Corelini PR, she moved into the TV and entertainment business as a producer and communications expert, working with celebrities and Fortune 500 companies, such as SHOWTIME (CBS) and Paramount (formerly ViacomCBS), among others. 

Finally, transitioning from Hollywood to find her true passion, she found her calling in the technology industry and has worked as a User Experience Designer and Researcher for the past seven years. In addition, after accumulating 10+ years of communications experience, Ms. Pilgrim now runs her own technology public relations firm, Corelini PR, working with top tech leaders to build their brands and media outreach. Her mission is to help fellow veterans break into the tech industry.  In her spare time, Tiffany helps run a non-profit, Veterans in Media and Entertainment (VME). Metaphysics, philosophy, classical music and art history are subjects that are embedded in her core. You can find her in publications such as Barbados Today and many more to come! 

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Sabio

If you’re considering a job in software engineering, I highly recommend checking out Sabio. Sabio is a Coding Boot Camp and Developer Community that’s been training veterans since 2013 and can help you transition to a full-time career in tech within a few months! Sabio is not your average bootcamp—in just 17 weeks, you’ll not only learn to code, but gain real-life experience and graduate ready to start a real, high-paying tech job Visit sabio.la/onthemove to learn how you can use your VA benefits to enroll.

 

Navy Federal Credit Union 

Becoming a member at Navy Federal Credit Union lets you experience more. Navy Federal Credit Union makes buying a car easy with their auto loan process. You can do it on their mobile app, online or by phone. It’s so fast, you can get a decision in seconds and you could enjoy a great rate. Plus, with Navy Federal’s Car Buying Service powered by TrueCar, you can shop, compare, and get upfront pricing on your next new or used car. Whether you’re looking to buy your first car or your dream car, Navy Federal could help you cruise into the car you want with...