Sessions

Concurrent Session
Strategies to Retain and Engage Military Veterans
Chesapeake DEF
Tuesday 05/01/2012 02:00 PM - 03:15 PM   Add to calendar
1.25 HR Credit
Focus Areas:

Workplace Application: This session will provide a solid overview of retention issues specific to military veterans and provide solutions to overcome them.

Over 180,000 service men and women transition annually from military jobs to civilian life. The unemployment rate for veterans soared to 15.2 percent in January — the highest rate recorded since the Bureau of Labor Statistics began tracking this data in 2006. In order to stay competitive in the global marketplace, where the war for talent is more present, you need to take advantage of this untapped section of the workforce. You will learn the common frustrations military veterans have with civilian employers that, if not mitigated, will cause them to leave. Service members have different integration needs, and vet-to-vet mentoring can be a challenge if you don't have a lot of former military employees. A veteran employee resource group can provide more than just employee engagement; it can drive real business value if leveraged properly. We will also cover recommended HR programs and policies to support military employees still serving in the National Guard and Reserves and their family members to ensure you hold on to your investment.

Lisa Rosser Photo
Presenter:
Lisa Rosser, military hiring expert,
The Value of a Veteran