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- 1. BOOTS SUITSto August 14: EDUCATION & NETWORKING EVENT FOR HIRING MANAGERS, HR PROFESSIONALS & VETERANS August 15: JOB FAIR Military Experience Making Your Workforce Strong August 14-15, 2017 • Iron Mike Conference Center • Fort Bragg, NC Presented by as follow: School of Social Work: Military Professional, Personal and Family Development Program in partnership with NCOA and Military.com Take your approach to Veteran recruitment and hiring to the next level Learn how to translate military skills into civilian career positions Come learn the secrets of effective Veteran hiring Learn how to save time and money by using existing programs to hire military talent Interact with transitioning military Service members, Veterans, and spouses to recruit your next military talent Experience interview coaching Learn the power of social media: LinkedIn More Than Just A Networking App Learn how to land the job you want Develop resume writing skills Manage your expectations Understand how to effectively brand yourself EMPLOYERS JOB SEEKERS 1200 Murchison Road • Fayetteville, NC 28301 P: 910.672.1210/1334 • www.uncfsu.edu Ready, willing and able to begin my civilian career.
- 2. Benefits of Attending for Employers and Job Seekers C O N F E R E N C E The 5th Annual Boots to Suits Conference is a proven opportunity for businesses and organizations to not only connect with employment ready transitioning Service members, military spouses, Veterans and their families; but also for hiring managers and human resources professionals to develop the unique skills and knowledge needed to effectively identify, recruit and hire today’s competitive military talent. The second day is a job fair designed to bring hiring-ready employers in contact with employment ready service members to fill current vacancies as well as plan for future organizational personnel needs, leading to meaningful employment opportunities. If you represent the following positions and organizations, please register today. This first day of this powerful conference is ideal for business executives, hiring managers, human resources professionals, search firms or any employer seeking to improve their ability to acquire competitive military talent; and for job seekers to develop and improve their post military employment search. BOOTS SUITS CEO Directors Managers Supervisors Human Resource Directors Staffing Managers Recruiters Local, State and Federal Agencies Business and Industries Non-profit and For-profit Agencies Higher Education Institutions Military Organizations Defense Contracting Agencies Employment Agencies to Register Today at: http://go2l.ink/FortBragg
- 3. Presenters Major General (Ret.) Al Aycock, U.S. Army / Managing Partner, Ramparts Group Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Aycock is currently the Managing Partner of Ramparts Group. LLC, a company specializing in linking business and communities to military installations. He served in the Army almost 38 years with 20 of those years at Fort Bragg. His command assignments include company command in the 82nd Airborne Division. He also was the Special Forces (SF) company commander leading all the field training for the SF Qualification Course including the culmination exercise, Robin Sage, conducted in the Uwharrie National Forest area. His Battalion command was leading the Special Operations Advanced Skills training courses including Military Freefall, SF Underwater Operations, SF Advance Reconnaissance and Target Ezploitations, SF Sniper, and the Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape (SERE) course among other advanced skills training. Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Aycock was the Garrison Commander for Fort Bragg NC where the installation earned two Army Community of Excellence (ACOE) awards. He would move to Korea and command all the installations where 3 of 5 installations would also earn ACOE awards within two years. He was also the Commander of Special Operations Command in Korea where he was responsible for wartime preparation and training. As a staff officer, Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Aycock served primarily in operations serving as a SF Battalion S-3, the U.S. Army Special Operations Command (USASOC) Assistant Chief of Sta#f, the USASOC G-3, the Installation Management Command Deputy Commanding General and Chief of Staff, and in the Pentagon as the Director of Operations for the Assistant Chief of Staff of Installation Management, responsible for long range planning facilities, energy, and all base realignment and closure properties. Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Aycock was awarded the Distinguished Service Medal twice. He is a Master Parachutist, a Military Freefall Parachutist, and earned the Special Forces Tab. He is a graduate of West Point and has Masters degrees from Fayetteville State University and the U.S. Army War College. In his current business, Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Aycock assists businesses and communities with linking into the operation of military installations for the benefit of all involved. He serves on the boards or committees of numerous non-profits. Dr. Stephanie L. Foster, CEO, Intentionally Me, LLC Dr. Stephanie L. Foster is a retired Army Colonel with more than twenty-five years of service and leadership. Devoted to economic empowerment of youth, women and our nation’s veterans, she is CEO of Intentionally Me, LLC, serving as a leadership strategist who guides clients in combining their talents with daily decisive action to gain dominance in their chosen fields. A practitioner and scholar of personal leadership, Dr. Foster respects the creative power of words. Having addressed diverse groups, ranging from national leaders to elementary students, her message of intentionality remains the same. Keynoting during the inaugural Veteran Women Igniting The Spirit of Entrepreneurship National Conference 2014 with a conference theme of "Bold Enough To Make It Happen" was a particularly meaningful achievement for her. Bold, relentless, and compassionate, Dr. Foster’s life epitomizes the intersection of two of her life principles: “Do something about it!” and “Success is intentional!”
- 4. Presenters Kimberly Lindsay Williams, SPHR, SHRM – SCP Chief Human Resources Officer City of Jacksonville, NC Executive Director, NC4ME NC for Military Employment Kimberly Williams has more than twenty years of experience leading human resource professionals in the private sector, public sector and nonprofit environment. Her experience in the private sector includes several large organizations to include Burger King Corporation, where she directed the Human Resource function for the United States. Kimberly’s experience in the public sector and non-profit includes directing the Human Resource function for local government, school division, health care and workforce housing. Kimberly is currently the Chief Human Resource Officer for the City of Jacksonville, North Carolina and an instructor in the Master’s Program at Webster University at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune. Her passion for assisting military service members, began with serving as a volunteer with Virginia Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (VaESGR) as Regional Chair and later as State Director for their Employment Initiative Program (EIP). She also initiated the Virginia Values Veterans (V-3) program, a statewide initiative to ensure employment of our service men and women. Kimberly has twice been presented the Seven Seals Award for meritorious leadership and initiative in support of the Department of Defense. She is currently leading the North Carolina state wide employment initiative under the Veterans Foundation NC4ME, North Carolina for Military Employment, a comprehensive public-private partnership. Kimberly serves as a member of the Coastal Carolina Community College Board of Trustees, and as a member of the Governors Working Group for Veterans and their Families. She is the proud parent of two children, her son currently working on a degree in medicine and her daughter a U.S. Marine. Dr. Terri Moore Brown, Interim Associate Dean, Fayetteville State University, School of Social Work Terri Moore Brown, Ed.D., MSW is a Professor of Social Work at Fayetteville State University in the School of Social Work. Her academic preparation focuses on children and family services, and higher education administration. Dr. Brown received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Social Work and Sociology with a minor in Business Administration from Methodist University. She holds a MSW degree from East Carolina University, and Ed.D. in Higher Education Administration from North Carolina State University. In addition, Dr. Brown attended the Harvard University Management Development Program. Dr. Brown has more than fifteen years of university leadership and teaching experience, and seven years of practice experience. She served as Associate Professor of Social Work at Methodist College and Campbell University before assuming the position as Chair of the Department of Social Work at Fayetteville State University. In regard to administrative experiences, she served as Social Work Program Director, and Chair of the Sociology, Social Work, and Criminal Justice Department at Methodist University. She has also served as Coordinator of Field Instruction at both Methodist University and Campbell University. Dr. Brown has served as a member of On-site Reaffirmation Teams for the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and serves as a site visitor for the Council on Social Work Education. Her professional experiences began as a child care counselor at Cumberland Hospital followed by serving as a school social worker in the Cumberland County School System in Fayetteville, NC. Dr. Brown also held the position of a child protective service worker where she conducted investigations and provided treatment in county department of social services in Fayetteville, N.C., and Raleigh, N.C. Her professional experiences also include serving as a clinical social worker with the Behavioral Medicine Center in Fayetteville, N.C.
- 5. Presenters Greg Mora is the Director of Talent Acquisition and Training at Strata Solar, a leading provider of solar PV solutions. He has been active in the field of Training, Development, Human Resources, and Education for the past 15 years. His broad experience includes employee relations, recruitment, human capital, motivational public speaking, and leadership. Part of his expertise is being able to work and partner with different military programs and understand the necessities, opportunities, and responsibilities that lie within. Greg has always been a strong proponent of veteran employment and is very committed to providing his support to this cause. He has trained and helped transition over 4,000 service members and continues to do so as an advocate of the positive effects of military talents and capabilities in the civilian workforce. Recruiting, mentoring, and contributing to veterans’ success are some of his passions, and feels very proud to be involved in any such endeavor. Brenda Jones Johnson is the solopreneur and founder of Training By Design which was founded in 2003 to enable and empower women, professionals and organizations to lead with class, confidence and credibility. Ms. Johnson has more than 25 years of experience as professional speaker and Master Image Enhancement Professional. Brenda is known for impacting audiences intuitively for transformational change. Brenda’s new book, Get Noticed! Insider Secrets to a Confident & Classy Image is designed to enrich and help refine the lives of women who demand excellence in their personal, social and professional life. This Comprehensive guide to everyday living will unleash masterful keys to social success, fashion and appearance finesse, interpersonal communication skills, dining with dignity, the power of network know- how, personality types & tips, customer service training and more. TBD offers podcasts, conference presentations, an online mentoring course for women and personalized coaching services. “We specialize in maximizing the power of personal brand images and potential, states Brenda. I live to impart keys to personal excellence and take pleasure in helping my clients live life with class, confidence and credibility. Working as an image and etiquette professional has allowed me to touch the lives of countless individuals via radio, television, business conferences, youth events, small group presentations and more.” Brenda has had the opportunity to connect with amazing people from the White House, corporate America, educational institutions, and celebrities and has facilitated training for Procter & Gamble, one of the world’s most prominent fortune 500 companies. In 2011, Brenda founded The Gold Medallion Foundation and The School of Esther, a social and life-skills development organization for youth. In 2016, Brenda authored Get Noticed! Insider Secrets to a Confident & Classy Image which has been received with great enthusiasm in the marketplace. In 2017, Brenda launched The Get Noticed Network (GNN) and the GNN Mentoring Course, a companion training initiative to impart essential skills to personal excellence as well as prepare mature influential leaders to mentor others. As women spend personal “me time” in a nurturing and supportive environment, they experience growth and transformation. Get Noticed was published by Xlibris Publishing and can be purchased on Brenda’s website at www. brendajoycejohnson.com or Amazon.com. Brenda is a Communications and Fashion Merchandising graduate of West Virginia State University and a graduate of The Brand Leadership Institute sponsored by Women In The Spotlight & Velvet Suite Marketing & Consulting, Washington, D.C. Greg Mora, Director of Talent Acquisition and Training, Strata Solar Brenda Joyce Johnson, Founder, Training by Design, LLC
- 6. Presenters Terry Howell, Sr. Editorial Operations Director, Military.com Terry Howell is the Sr. Director for Strategic Alliances and Editorial Operations for Military. com. Terry joined the Military.com team in 2003 after 20 years of service in the U.S. Coast Guard. In addition to his editorial responsibilities, Terry has worked with the Department of Defense to create content for TurboTAP, the DoD's online transition assistance program and the Department of Veterans Affairs’ VAforVets and FedsforVets websites. Terry is also the author of The Military Advantage, an annually updated guide to help service members, veterans, and their families take full advantage of their benefits. The Military Advantage is published by the US Naval Institute Press. Alvin Brown is a proven leader with over 29 years of United States Army experience in Leadership, Leader Development, Team Building, Logistic Operations, Strategic Planning, Training, Project Management and Wounded, Ill and Injured Soldier’s care and Transition. He has served as the Command Sergeant Major in multiple organizations consisting of over 1,000 personnel. He is a graduate of Columbia Southern University with a Master of Science degree in Organizational Leadership. He is a proud member of VAe and looks forward to assisting ALL veterans who are interested and qualify for this program! Alvin Brown, Director of Base Operations, Veterans Assembled electronics ShaDonna McPhaul, also known as ‘Mo’ is a combat veteran with 20 years of loyal service to the United States Air Force. Her versatile military expertise covers Public Affairs, Administrative Support, Knowledge Operations Management, Command & Control, Human Resources & Logistics Management, and Religion & Resiliency Support. Mo’s military service has spanned multiple states including Texas, Mississippi, Florida, North Carolina, Hawaii, and New Mexico. Her appreciation of cultural diversity has been cultivated with international tours to Korea, Germany. She has also deployed to Kuwait, United Arab Emirates, and Afghanistan. She merged her compassion and entrepreneurial spirit and created Mo’s Heroes Inc. As Chief Executive Officer and Founder, her vision is for Mo’s Heroes to be the conduit to provide the support veterans, service members and their family members need to achieve their personal and professional goals. Mo has been featured in GI Jobs Magazine, Be Encouraged Magazine, Life in the Overflow Magazine, The Huffington Post, The State of New Office of African American Affairs Statewide Focus Magazine, and the Fayetteville Observer. Mo has received several awards and recognition to include the Special Achievement Award from the NAACP- Honolulu Branch, The Mountaire Farms “Better Carolina Award, and the Values.com “Hero of the Month” for January 2015. Mo is also the host of “The Mo You Know” Radio show which can be heard on ESPN Fayetteville 100.1 FM, 1230AM, and Fayettevillenow.net every Thursday at 6pm Eastern Standard Time. Mo is a co-author in the best-selling book “Shift On”. Her chapter “Mo Power to You” represents her vision of courage and support to fellow service member and families in transition. She is the loving mother of son, Charles and a proud native of Fayetteville, North Carolina. ShaDonna McPhaul, CEO and Founder, Mo’s Heroes
- 7. Presenters Mr. Orgias retired from 20 years of active duty service in the U.S. Navy in 2013. He served as a Sonar Technician for 5 years onboard the Guided Missile Cruiser, USS Thomas S. Gates CG-51, Anti-Submarine/Combat Acoustics Division. His next assignment was a 4 year shore duty tour at Navy Recruiting District New York where he was a recruiter and a Recruiter-in-Charge. He then returned to a 2 year sea duty tour onboard the USS Monterey CG-61 as the Force Protection Leading Petty Officer. He returned to Navy Recruiting District New York for another 3 year tour as a Recruiter-in-Charge. His last assignment was at Navy Recruiting District Raleigh as a Division Leading Chief Petty Officer/Recruiting Area Manager. Mr. Orgias has been with Family Endeavors since December 2015, serving homeless Veterans as an Employment Specialist for the Veteran Supportive Services (VSS) program in North Carolina. The VSS program offers rapid re-housing and prevention of homelessness among Veterans and their families. Services include case management, housing assistance, emergency financial assistance, assistance in obtaining VA benefits and referrals to community agencies. As the Employment Specialist, Mr. Orgias is dedicated to helping ensure fellow Veterans are afforded employment opportunities by conducting individual assessments, resume and cover letter assistance, interview coaching, assistance with employment applications, purchasing interview clothing, job placement, transportation assistance, and other services to help overcome employment barriers. The program goal is to enhance independent living skills and/or income of very low income Veteran families. Family Endeavors is a nonprofit organization that provides an array of programs and services in support of children, families, Veterans and those struggling with mental illness. The VSS program provides assistance to homeless Veterans, very low income Veteran families and Veterans facing eviction in Alabama, Florida, North Carolina and Texas. Chief Petty Officer Navy Career Counselor (Surface Warfare) Kevin L. Orgias (Ret.), Program Manager, Family Endeavors Jeff Adamec was born and raised in New Jersey. Joined the US Army right after high school in 1995. Served as a combat medic in the 82nd Airborne Division. He volunteered to attend Ranger Indoctrination Program to be accepted in the 2nd Bn 75th Ranger Regt as a combat medic. In 1999 he attended Special Forces Assessment and Selection and was selected to begin training to be a Green Beret Weapons NCO. He has deployed to Combat as a Green Beret 6 times, 2 tours in Iraq, 4 tours in Afghanistan. He has been awarded a Silver Star, 4 Bronze Stars, an Army Commendation Medal with Valor “V” Device, and a Purple Heart for these combat deployments. He was wounded in 2009 and medically retired in 2013. Jeff spent a few year after retirement doing overseas contract work, and even a Department of Homeland Security Anti-Terrorism Specialist for the Mid-West region. He walked away from it and began taking classes for IT professional certifications and after a year of school and temp jobs in IT, he was hired to work for Cisco as a Systems Administrator. Jeff does consultation work and trains leadership and team building courses, public speaking on Veterans issues and motivational talks. He also is a contributor to ChangeYourPOV.com and it podcast network as the host of Changing Hearts and Minds. Jeff has also authored articles and books and lives in Fayetteville NC with his wife of over 20 years and their 2 children. Jeff Adamec, System Administrator, Cisco Systems
- 8. Presenters Jeff Wyatt is from Lumberton, NC. He enlisted into the North Carolina National Guard in 2007 during his sophomore year in High School. He deployed to Afghanistan from 2012- 2013 with the 514th Military Police Company. Where he received numerous awards for his outstanding performance and dedication as a Truck Commander and Electronic Warfare Master Gunner. He has worked for a multitude of civilian companies and across several industries that have awarded him equally. He is currently a DoD Private Contractor- Area Program Coordinator for the North Carolina National Guard Education & Employment Center. Sergeant Jeff Wyatt, Area Program Coordinator - North Carolina National Guard Education & Employment Center Raleigh, NC SSG Louis J. Dunn IV Served in the United States Army from 2000- 2015. He joined right out of High School and served in the 7/159th Aviation Regiment, 173rd Airborne Brigade, 82nd Airborne Division, and had the honor of serving next to USASOC’s greatest warfighters ever known. Louis’ deployments include Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Unified Response (Haitian humanitarian relief following 2009 earthquakes), Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation New Dawn. He conducted over 300 combat convoy missions in support of Special Operations and Combined Joint Forces. For his combat service, Louis was awarded 3 Army Commendation Medals, and Combat Action Badge for direct enemy contact. A passionate Paratrooper, SSG Dunn initially fought being medically separated due to previous injuries sustained from combat, and most recently during an airborne operations. After he was told he would not be allowed to continue jumping, his mind was made up. Louis is passionate about helping out fellow Veterans making the transition from warrior to civilian focusing on the importance of networking! Currently he is the Lead Lab Admin for AS Cable Lab at Cisco RTP, and also the Chapter Lead of VetsinTech NC. VetsinTech is a nonprofit organization assisting Veterans in the IT Field or that are interested in getting into IT. Their main focus is on Education, Employment, and the Entrepreneurship goals of the Veterans. Louis Dunn, Lab Administrator, Cisco RTP C O N F E R E N C E BOOTS SUITSto
- 9. Agenda at a Glance Day 1: August 14, 2017 8:30 - 9:00 Check - In and Registration 9:00 - 9:30 Presentation of Colors and Greetings Secretary Larry Hall – North Carolina Department Military and Veterans Affairs Major General Al Aycock. – (Ret.) United States Army Chancellor James A. Anderson – Fayetteville State University 9:30 - 10:00 Opening Remarks Kimberly Lindsay Williams – Executive Director North Carolina for Military Employment NC4ME WORKSHOPS FOR EMPLOYERS 10:00 - 11:00 Session I: An Improved Approach to Veteran Hiring Strata Solar – Greg Mora 11:00 - 11:45 Session II: Translating Military Skills Into Civilian Career Military.com – Terry Howell 11:45 - 12:30 LUNCH – Panel: Reality of Hiring A Veteran Jeff Wyatt, Jeff Adamec, Louis Dunn 12:30 - 12:50 Employer – Veteran Networking 1:00 - 1:50 Session III: Save Time and Money By Using Existing Programs To Hire Military Talent Rampart Group – Maj. Gen. (Retired) Al Aycock WORKSHOPS FOR VETERANS 10:00 - 10:25 Resume Writing Skills and Interview Coaching Family Endeavors – Kevin Orgias 10:25 - 10:55 The Power of Social Media: LinkedIn More Than Just A Networking App Delhaize America – Diana Roberge 10:55 - 11:25 Landing The Job You Want – Prepare for the Panel Interview Military.com – Terry Howell 11:25 - 11:45 Branding Yourself Intentionally Me, LLC – Dr. Stephanie L. Foster 11:45 - 12:30 LUNCH – Panel: Managing Expectations Kevin Orgias, Alvin Brown 12:30 - 12:50 Employer – Veteran Networking 1:00 - 1:25 Get Noticed! Female Veterans Training by Design, LLC – Brenda Joyce Johnson 1:25 - 1:50 Get Noticed! Male Veterans Mo’s Heroes – ShaDonna McPhaul Agenda at a Glance Day 1: August 14, 2017 1:55 - 2:15 Afternoon Snack - Networking 2:15 - 3:00 Keynote Address Intentionally Me, LLC – Dr. Stephanie L. Foster 3:00 - 3:30 Closing Remarks and Presentation of Awards Fayetteville State University School of Social Work Interim Associate Dean – Dr. Terri Moore Brown Day 2: August 15, 2017 8:30 - 9:00 Check - In and Registration 9:00 - 2:00 Job Fair *Vendor Lunch is provided at 11:00-12:00 while job fair resumes
- 10. Sponsorship Sponsorship and Exhibitor Opportunities Sign on as a conference sponsor at one of four sponsorship levels. Become a conference exhibitor and display your organization’s resources and/or career information. If you are interested in conference sponsorship or exhibiting opportunities, please contact Berrak Walters at kwalter3@uncfsu.edu. For the Bronze level, you will receive: Advertisement Your company logo will be displayed in the conference program and on the registration website. For the Silver level, you will receive: Day 1 Registration Registration fees for 2 guests or company representatives is included in sponsorship and provides full conference access to the following: - Speakers - Breakout Workshops - Snack & Lunch - Opportunity to Engage with Veterans & B2B Networking - Conference Bag & Souvenir Thumb Drive Sponsorship Plaque and Recognition Day 2 Company Display Display includes 1-6’ table, 2 chairs and electricity access. Display your organization and company information as a recognized sponsor in the vendor area. You may market your company information, post upcoming events or community promotions along with open positions. Opportunity to Engage with Veterans Lunch Advertisement Your company logo will be displayed in the conference program and on the registration website. Bronze - $500 Silver - $1000
- 11. For the Gold level, you will receive: Day 1 Registration Registration fees for 4 guests or company representatives is included in sponsorship and provides full conference access to the following: - Speakers - Breakout Workshops - Snack & Lunch - Opportunity to Engage with Veterans & B2B Networking - Conference Bag & Souvenir Thumb Drive Sponsorship Plaque and Recognition Day 2 Company Display Display includes 1-6’ table, 2 chairs and electricity access. Display your organization and company information as a recognized sponsor in the vendor area. You may market your company information, post upcoming events or community promotions along with open positions. Opportunity to Engage with Veterans Lunch Advertisement Your company will get a ¼ page ad in the conference program, your company logo and a link to your website will be displayed on the registration website and your company logo will be displayed in the registration brochure. For the Platinum level, you will receive: Day 1 Registration Registration fees for 6 guests or company representatives is included in sponsorship and provides full conference access to the following: - Speakers - Breakout Workshops - Snack & Lunch - Opportunity to Engage with Veterans & B2B Networking - Conference Bag & Souvenir Thumb Drive Sponsorship Plaque and Recognition Day 2 Company Display Display includes unlimited tables. Display your organization and company information as a recognized sponsor in the vendor area. You may market your company information, post upcoming events or community promotions along with open positions. Opportunity to Engage with Veterans Lunch Advertisement Your company will get a full page ad in the conference program, your company logo, company description and a link to your website will be displayed on the registration website, ad clicks of your company will be included in the souvenir thumb drive, display of your company logo as a sponsor for one (1) year for every workshop the Department of Social Work Military Professional, Personal and Family Development Program conducts. Gold - $2500 Platinum - $5000 Sponsorship Sponsorship and Exhibitor Opportunities (Continued)
- 12. Important Information Registration Fees The workshops and job fair is FREE for Transitioning Service Members, Spouses, Veterans, and Their Families. Please visit our website to pre-register. Individual Rate Day 1: $299 Exhibitor Rate Day 2: $600 Combo Rate Day 1 and Day 2: $799 Day 1: August 14, 2017 Registration and check-in will be held from 8:30-9:00 a.m. with conference sessions from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Day 2: August 15, 2017 Registration and check-in will be held from 8:30-9:00 a.m. with Job Fair from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The conference will take place at Iron Mike Conference Center, Building 5-5348, 2658 Reilly Road, Fort Bragg, North Carolina 28310. You must cancel registration by August 4, 2017 to receive a refund. No refunds will be given for cancellations after August 4. We reserve the right to cancel the conference, which case you will receive a full refund. Schedule and Location Cancellation
- 13. Ready, willing and able to begin my civilian career. BOOTS SUITSto August 14: EDUCATION & NETWORKING EVENT FOR HIRING MANAGERS, HR PROFESSIONALS & VETERANS August 15: JOB FAIR Testimonials "The Boots to Suits conference not only provided an opportunity for Food Lion to connect to a strong Veteran workforce, it brought multiple topics of intersectional learning to our Diversity & Inclusion and Talent Acquisition teams. Through the workshops and materials provided we have a stronger understanding of how the experiences that women, different generations, and other veterans can bring a variety of unique skills into the workplace. Those learnings, along with the career fair the following day, made the Boots to Suits an exceptional event for our Food Lion team." Diana Roberge Talent Acquisition Sourcer, Delhaize America "Day 1 (Educational and Networking Event) for me was another great education in to the world of the military from this non-military HR manager who, the more I learn, appreciates the many positive attributes, skills, and work ethic military personnel can bring to our organizations. Day 2 (Job Fair) brought a surprising number of diverse candidates. I was happy to see different years of experiences, education levels, and a range of years of service. Granted, many thought Appalachian State was a little far away from where they would like to end up, but we are hopeful that it opened their eyes to ASU's presence and to the fact that we really appreciate hiring military personnel." Becky Gosky Employment Specialist | Office of Human Resources, Appalachian State University