Employing U.S. VETS Conference
Hosted by VETS Indexes, this semi-annual conference includes discussions of best practices and challenges related to veteran employment, recognition of companies going above and beyond for vets and their families, and lots of opportunities to network. The Employing U.S Vets conference is designed to offer attendees actionable tools and information to establish and build upon veteran initiatives. It also provides a great opportunity to network with peers from leading companies, non-profits, government agencies, and others seeking to employ veterans.
Leveraging Human Capital
This is a significant opportunity for organizations looking to hire qualified and hard-working employees and has become an integral segment of the Human Capital portion of the Social pillar within Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG). But to take advantage, companies need to know their stuff.
Cutting-Edge Topics
Our experts explore cutting-edge topics such as: Successful Veteran Hiring, New Careers Post-Service, Creating a Strong Veteran Culture, Retaining Veterans, Team-building and Leadership Skills of Veterans, Veterans’ Technical Skills, Supporting Employees in the National Guard or Reserves, Military Spouse and Family Support, and more.
Powerful Guests
This one-day, semi-annual event features dynamic speakers and panel discussions with nationally recognized employers distinguished for strong track records in veterans’ employment. It also gives other companies and organizations the opportunity to learn from their successes. Networking is key at this conference.
Who Should Attend the Employing U.S. Vets Conference?
Corporate, Non-Profit, Government Agency and other employment professionals including Human Resource Executives, Diversity and Inclusion Team Members, Members of Military Veteran Networks, Employee Resource Groups, Corporate Communication Teams, Public Relations, Investor Relations Officers and Military Veteran Initiative Teams. The ESG Community including Asset Managers and Asset Owners such as Public & Private Pensions, Insurance Companies, Endowments, Foundations & Family Offices.
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PANEL TOPICS
Conference attendees are set to receive SHRM and HRCI recertification credits (pending approval), thanks to our Education Partner NYC SHRM.
EDUCATION PARTNER
Attendees have the opportunity to earn 4 SHRM & HRCI professional development credits for joining the conference.
SPONSORS AND FRIENDS
EVENT FRIEND SPONSORS
Keynote Speaker – Fall, 2024
John Lowry
Marine Corps veteran, businessman and former Assistant Secretary of Labor for Veterans’ Employment
(ASEC DOL VETS)
John Lowry is a Marine Corps veteran, businessman and the former Assistant Secretary of Labor for Veterans’ Employment. He served on active duty for 15 years and spent an additional 10 years in the reserves. While on active duty he led a Force Recon platoon during the First Gulf War, and he was subsequently activated during the Global War on Terrorism to serve in the Horn of Africa. In his business career, he held senior manufacturing roles at Harley-Davidson and was the Chief Operating Officer of the company producing Fleetwood, Monaco, Holiday Rambler and American Coach motorhomes. He later led the US Supply Chain and Operations practice for the leadership advisory firm, Egon Zehnder. Today he serves as an independent advisor to several companies and sits on the boards of YMX Logistics and The Whiskey Project Group. John earned degrees from Princeton, Stanford, Harvard Business School and the US Army War College. He and his wife, Meleda, live in Burlington, Vermont.
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