Janine Smith, Founder of Sparrow Consulting, LLC, is a military spouse entrepreneur with more than 20 years of experience working with the military community. She specializes in preparing service members, veterans, and spouses for private sector careers while equipping employers to confidently attract, hire, and retain military talent.

Janine’s workshops and consulting services help organizations move beyond being “military-friendly” to truly “military-focused, ” by training HR professionals, leaders, and stakeholders to understand the value, skills, and career depth of military-connected candidates, and how to apply the lessons to their organizations. She has guided countless individuals through career identification, resume development, interview preparation, and job acceptance, and has supported businesses in creating effective recruitment strategies and inclusive workplaces.

A dynamic speaker and facilitator, Janine is known for her practical strategies that connect exceptional military talent with forward-thinking employers. She lives in Wisconsin’s Driftless Area with her husband and three dogs.