The military community can easily distinguish between companies that merely claim to be “military friendly” and those that actively demonstrate military proficiency. This distinction is what inspired the creation of the Veteran Recruiting Conference in 2013. It has since grown into the leading professional development event for companies with top-performing, high-ROI veteran talent programs.
When a company participates in or sponsors this event, it sends a clear signal to the military community that its commitment to veteran hiring is genuine and backed by action. The event serves as a valuable platform where veteran talent program managers and companies can network, share insights, and improve their approaches to recruiting veterans. It is particularly geared toward organizations looking to build and maintain successful veteran talent programs that go beyond surface-level initiatives.
The 2025 conference marks the 13th annual gathering, and it will be held in Atlanta, GA, from February 25-27. Over the course of three days, 130-150 attendees from large organizations are expected to come together to exchange the latest insider knowledge, resources, and best practices. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn from one another, share challenges, and develop actionable strategies for better integrating veterans into the workforce.
In short, the Veteran Recruiting Conference provides companies with the tools, networking opportunities, and insights necessary to build veteran programs that deliver real results and make a tangible impact within the military community. This annual event plays a crucial role in bridging the gap between corporate initiatives and military talent, ensuring that companies move beyond lip service to truly demonstrate their support for veterans.
The speakers at the Veteran Recruiting Conference typically consist of thought leaders, industry experts, and corporate representatives with successful veteran hiring and retention programs. The conference regularly features individuals who are deeply involved in military talent acquisition and veteran integration into the workforce.