Admiral Norton and the Veterans Cemetery Project

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This week we talk with Navy Rear Admiral Kenneth Norton about the Navy’s worldwide mission and the importance of hometown support. Artist Charles Kapsner also joins us to talk about the new service murals he’s working on for the state’s veterans cemetery near Camp Ripley.

This week’s veteran is former Airmen First Class Jesse Dale. Jessie is seeking a position in the juvenile criminal justice field. He has a bachelor’s degree from Capella University in Public Safety and Criminal Justice. He writes:

“My leadership experience, coupled with my recently completed Criminal Justice BS, has helped me develop substantial analytical and communication skills, reinforced by a formidable understanding of the principles and challenges within the justice system.”

Jesse and hundreds of others are ready to work hard on their next mission. Can we Hire Minnesota’s Heroes? To connect with Jesse contact the Bloomington WorkForce Center at (612) 821-4009 or to learn more, visit: PositivelyMinnesota.com/Veterans.

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Minnesota’s Disabled American Veterans & Fort Snelling’s Civil War Weekend

This week we discover Minnesota’s Disabled American Veterans with Stephen Whitehead and we’ll take a look at Fort Snelling’s Civil War Weekend with historian Stephan Osman.

This week’s veteran is Army Corporal Erik Melia. He has a bachelors degree in law enforcement and is post board certified.

Erik and hundreds of others are ready to work hard on their next mission. Can we Hire Minnesota’s Heroes? To connect with Erik contact the Alexandria WorkForce Center at 320-762-7800 or visit: PositivelyMinnesota.com/Veterans.

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Minnesota’s American Legion & Reintegrating the Red Bulls

This week we go in depth on what it takes to reintegrate the thousands of Soldiers of the Minnesota National Guard’s 1st Brigade Red Bulls after their yearlong tour in Iraq and Kuwait. We’ll also meet Minnesota’s newly elected commander of the American Legion and hear about his plans for the future of the state’s largest veterans’ service organization. Guests include:

This week’s veteran is Army Capt. Clint Graves. He has several years of leadership and logistics experience and is pursuing a degree and career in Information Technology Project Management.

Clint and hundreds of others are ready to work hard on their next mission. Can we Hire Minnesota’s Heroes? To connect with Matthew contact the Bloomington WorkForce Center at 612-­821­‐4009 or visit: PositivelyMinnesota.com/Veterans.

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State Fair Preview & the 70 Years Project

This week we’ll get a preview of the Minnesota State Fair’s Military Appreciation Day and we’ll learn about the 70 Years Project though the Minnesota History Center, a daily look at life in Minnesota during WWII. Guests include:

This week’s veteran is Army Capt. Kelli Mangan. She has an extensive background in Business Management, and Human Resources Management; the proven ability to lead department working groups and processes and build relationships with customers, international military personnel, state departments, local businesses and officials.

Kelli and hundreds of others are ready to work hard on their next mission. Can we Hire Minnesota’s Heroes? To connect with Matthew contact the Bloomington WorkForce Center at 612-­821­‐4009 or visit: PositivelyMinnesota.com/Veterans.

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Minnesota Military Family Foundation

This week we’re recording live at the T.G.I. Friday’s in Saint Louis Park talking about Minnesota’s support system for military families. Guests include:

This week’s veteran is Staff Sgt. Matthew Duggan. With bachelor degrees in law enforcement and psychology and a minor in biology, he brings a blend of academic and field leadership experience.

Matthew and hundreds of others are ready to work hard on their next mission. Can we Hire Minnesota’s Heroes? To connect with Matthew contact the Bloomington WorkForce Center at 612-­821­‐4009 or visit: PositivelyMinnesota.com/Veterans

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