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