Tag Archive for: Navy

Rep. Cravaak & Ukes for Troops

This week we talk with former Navy Captain, now Representative, Chip Cravaak about his service in the military and congress. We also talk with Eric Carranza about his work bringing the joy of music to Minnesota’s veterans’ home.

This week’s veteran is former Navy Corpman Bill Lamoreaux. Bill served 8 years as a Navy Corpsman with the Marines during the Gulf War and continued his service with the Naval Reserve out of Fort Snelling. For the past 17 years, Bill has worked for a local financial business providing IT support, networking, web administration and web development services. He is currently looking for a position in Web Development, Web Administration or similar.

Bill and hundreds of others are ready to work hard on their next mission. Can we Hire Minnesota’s Heroes? To connect with Bill contact the Blaine WorkForce Center at 763-279-4342 or to learn more, visit: PositivelyMinnesota.com/Veterans.

/by

Military Appreciation Day Joint Services 2012

This week we recorded the show live at the Minnesota State Fair on Military Appreciation Day. The U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force and Marines were well represented at the KTLKState Fair 2012 booth. Minnesota National Guard, Adjutant General, Maj. Gen. Richard Nash was our first guest and we found out about what the Army and Guard in Minnesota was focusing on. We also had Navy CMD Denise Spainer on the show and she gave us the run down on Naval Operations originating from our state and told us about the Navy Ball.  Marine Command Sgt. Maj. Duane Hauer talked to about recent Marine Deployments and their popular Toys For Tots program. Air Force Greg Greg Haase wrapped up another great show at the fair with information about  Air Force and Air Wing operations, recent deployments and current deployments.  One topic every leader said they were focusing on is Veteran’s employment.

/by

Admiral Norton and the Veterans Cemetery Project

20120812-190434.jpg
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.

/by

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.

/by

U.S.S. Minnesota, Navy League & Defense Alliance

This week we’re at the U.S.S. Minnesota Dinner to talk about their latest construction milestone. We’ll also discover the Navy League, SubVets and Minnesota’s Defense Alliance. Guests include:

  • Navy Commander John Fancher
  • Navy Master Chief Petty Officer Randy Reid
  • Mike Alteri, Secretary of the Navy League & Member of SubVets
  •  Chip Laingen, President of the Defense Alliance

This week’s veteran is U.S. Navy Electrician’s Mate, Jean Ware. Jean acted as a liaison between the Commanding Officer and the reserve center and, when activated, worked extensively in logistics. As a civilian, Jean has more than 20 years of experience in the legal field, specifically litigation. As an experienced legal secretary, Jean is now looking for permanent employment.

Jean and hundreds of others are ready to work hard on their next mission. Can we Hire Minnesota’s Heroes? To connect with Jean contact the Blaine WorkForce Center at 763-785­‐6488 or to learn more, visit: PositivelyMinnesota.com/Veterans.

/by