Agenda and Speakers
(Conference is being submitted for 9 General HRCI Credits)
Start Time
End Time
Session Title
Speaker / Org
1:00 PM
2:00 PM
Welcome & Changes, Emerging Trends and Updates in the Veteran Talent Space
Lisa Rosser, The Value Of a Veteran
2:00 PM
3:00 PM
Break Out Discussions: By Industry
3:00 PM
3:30 PM
Break (Provided) & Networking
3:30 PM
4:30 PM
People, Brand and Business – The Business Case for a MilVet Program
Matt Disher, Cushman & Wakefield
4:30 PM
5:30 PM
Strategic Attraction: Building Executive-Supported Veteran Programs Through Pull, Not Push
James Boscia & Clayton Still, PowerHRG
5:30 PM
6:00 PM
Open Q&A, Remarks and Transition to Reception
Lisa Rosser, The Value Of a Veteran
6:00 PM
9:00 PM
Welcome Reception (Group Service Photos @ 7:00 pm)
Start Time
End Time
Session Title
Speaker / Org
9:00 AM
10:00 AM
Welcome Remarks & Break Out Discussions: Deep Dive (Topics TBA)
10:00 AM
10:30 AM
Break (Provided) & Networking
10:30 AM
11:30 AM
Break Out Option 1: Building a Military Program that is Military Friendly, Military Ready and Career Ready
Chris Miles, Sonepar, USA
10:30 AM
11:30 AM
Break Out Option 2: Why Self-Identification Matters: Revealing the ‘What’s In It For You’ for Veterans
Gerry Borja, Oracle
11:30 AM
1:00 PM
Lunch (Provided) & Networking
1:00 PM
2:00 PM
No Budget, No Problem: Demonstrating the Viability of Veteran Talent Programs Using External Funding
Andrea Rathbun, Southern New Hampshire University
2:00 PM
3:00 PM
Break Out Option 3: The Power of Perception: Shaping Your Brand as ‘Veteran Dedicated’ vs. ‘Veteran Friendly”
Emilee Wilson, CivicActions
2:00 PM
3:00 PM
Break Out Option 4: Why Self-Identification Matters: Revealing the ‘What’s In It For You’ for Veterans (Repeat)
Gerry Borja, Oracle
3:00 PM
3:30 PM
Break (Provided) & Networking
3:30 PM
4:30 PM
DISCUSSION: Professional Development of Veteran Talent Program Managers
Lisa Rosser, The Value Of a Veteran
4:30 PM
5:00 PM
Day 2 Open Q&A and Remarks
Lisa Rosser, The Value Of a Veteran
Start Time
End Time
Session Title
Speaker / Org
9:00 AM
10:00 AM
Creative Employment Pathways: Unleashing Potential with a Veteran (and Military Spouse) Internship Program
Gerry Borja, Oracle
10:00 AM
10:30 AM
Break (Provided) & Networking
10:30 AM
11:30 AM
Operation IMPACT: Providing Hope to Wounded Warriors
Ish Escobar, Northrop Grumman
11:30 AM
1:00 PM
Lunch (Provided) & Networking
1:00 PM
2:00 PM
Session TBA (Topic: Support of National Guard & Reserve Employees)
2:00 PM
3:00 PM
Attracting Women, Shaping Policy, and Sustaining Careers: Job Portability As a Key Factor in Recruitment and Retention Of Military Spouses
Tiffany Daugherty, Johnson & Johnson
3:00 PM
3:30 PM
Break (Provided) & Networking
3:30 PM
4:30 PM
Session TBA (Topic: Student Veterans)
Student Veterans Of America
4:30 PM
5:00 PM
Day 3 Final Q&A and Closing Remarks
Lisa Rosser, The Value Of a Veteran