One of the most daunting challenges Veterans face when leaving the military is understanding, and explaining to employers, how their experience in service translates to the civilian workforce. As U.S. Navy Veteran Marissa found, working one-on-one with someone who’s been in your shoes is one of the best ways to gain confidence in your own value.
Rissy Ortiz, a U.S. Air Force Veteran, has been a business owner since 2012 and has even helped others build their own businesses from the ground up. Interested in taking her self-propelled career to the next level, she signed up for a year-long American Corporate Partners mentorship in 2023, quickly gaining a friend and confidant in her Mentor Carlandra “CT” Moss.
There’s a universal truth we all learn in childhood: Sometimes it takes a few tries to get things right. It’s one of those lessons that greets us at every stage of life, from mastering tying our shoelaces to finding the right career. When making a major life transition like retiring from the military, it helps to maintain that persistence and patience until you settle into a path that feels right for you and your family. One of the best things you can do as a transitioning service member is find a guide who can help you evaluate your options and course-correct if things go awry.
Whether you’re a Veteran, Service Member, Military Spouse, or Mentor, your story matters. Tell us how ACP has made a difference in your life—your experience could empower someone else to take the next step.
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