VETERAN HIRING
PARTNERSHIP
EAGLES TO EMPLOYMENT
This program aims to connect veterans and military spouses with meaningful career opportunities while positioning the bank as a leader in veteran recruitment and engagement. It includes initiatives focused on the DoD SkillBridge program, Hiring Our Heroes (HOH) Fellowship, co-branding, and corporate social responsibility (CSR) alignment.
Operation Eagles to Employment
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Bridging Opportunities: Connect veterans, spouses, and transitioning soldiers with partnered organizations for training, upskilling, and workforce integration.​​
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Workforce Integration: Focus on mentorship and skill development to build lasting careers.
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Purpose Through Partnerships: Strategic collaborations with corporations unlock exceptional job opportunities, positively impacting veterans' families and overall well-being.
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SkillBridge Programs: Partner with the Department of Defense to offer fellowship opportunities, career training, and upskilling initiatives.
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No Payroll Costs: Provide 12 weeks of training and development at no cost to companies, enabling a "try before you buy" model for both businesses and service members.
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Mutual Support: Facilitate meaningful career transitions while creating a win-win partnership for companies and service members.
PROGRAM
BENEFITS
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Access to a Skilled Talent Pool:
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Direct access to pre-screened veterans and military spouses with leadership and technical skills.
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Support in translating military experience to other roles.
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Employer Branding and Recognition:
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Veteran-friendly employer certifications.
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Co-branding through events, promotions, and social media.
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Nomination for awards recognizing veteran employment initiatives.
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Veteran Engagement Programs:
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Mentorship and networking events.
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Community engagement through volunteerism and career workshops.
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Training and Education:
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Military cultural competency training for hiring managers.
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Custom training programs for veterans transitioning to banking.​
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PROGRAM
BENEFITS CONT.
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Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Alignment:
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Co-branded CSR campaigns showcasing the organizations role in empowering veterans.
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Guidance on leveraging tax credits for hiring veterans.
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Storytelling and Media Exposure:
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Sharing success stories of veteran employees.
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Leveraging press coverage and testimonials to highlight program impact.
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Employee Retention and Development:
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Support for creating Veteran Resource Groups (VRGs).
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Ongoing resources for career development and work-life balance.
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Customized Recruitment Solutions:
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Targeted hiring events for specific roles.
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SERVICES
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FELLOWSHIP
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EXECUTIVE TRAINING
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DOD CERTIFIED SKILLS BRIDGE
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR CERTIFICATION
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FREE CERTIFICATION THROUGH SKILLSTORM AND SYRACUSE UNIVERSITY
about
The Eagles to Employment Veteran Hiring Program is led and operated by Ricky Derring, a retired Army Ranger and Green Beret with over 20 years of leadership experience across government, retail, healthcare, and non-profit sectors. As the CEO of Warrior Tribe, Ricky has a proven track record of building high-performance teams, driving growth in major corporations like Amazon and CVS Health, and developing strategic leadership initiatives.
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Under Ricky’s leadership, this program is designed to connect veterans with meaningful career opportunities, leveraging his extensive network and expertise in organizational excellence. To learn more about how Eagles to Employment can support your hiring needs or career transition, contact Program Lead Ricky Derring.