Retired Lt Colonel Rob Schroder has gone from flying Harrier jets in combat to founding the hi-tech solutions company, SteerBridge. Their work supports everything from projects that modernize VA systems to designing data driven solutions for our nation’s defense and other major clients.

Over the years SteerBridge has relied on exceptional talent, including former Baltimore Raven’s offensive lineman, Jason Thomas, now a Project Manager and leads their Veteran Affairs.

Throughout this interview we discuss; Schroder's experiences flying Harrier jets in combat, how he managed his own transition after military service and how he used his experiences to build a thriving company that has successfully designed solutions to VA problems which directly benefit our veterans.

Baltimore Raven offensive lineman Jason Thomas shows how the veteran transition is quite similar to those of elite NFL players. From head injuries to finding a new purpose, Thomas talks about his experiences both on the and off the field. (Fun Facts too! We hear about legendary Ravens like Ray Lewis and Ed Reed, and get a look behind the curtain at life as an NFL player.)

For more information on SteerBridge and veteran career opportunities, check out:

https://www.steerbridge.com/about-us#company-snapshot

Link up with former Baltimore Raven Jason Thomas here:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-thomas6565/

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Today we’re talking with Marine Corps combat veteran and award winning truck driver, Jesus Davila about National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, Sept 15 thru 21st.

During our conversation Jesus shared what the industry is like, stories from the road including delivery of one of the nation’s most important trees, and we hear how the trucking industry is a perfect fit for veterans.

But long before Jesus joined the trucking industry, he was a Marine in Iraq … and he explained how being in a truck was not always the safest place to be.

However, after leaving the military, Jesus decided to get his CDL and follow a family tradition of driving trucks.

Davila shared his experiences; from getting his license to what it's like being behind the wheel on some of the busiest highways in America. He also describes some incredible moments like; delivery the nation's Christmas Tree and meeting President Biden.

He also explains programs from the American Trucking Associations, which offer an affordable pathway to getting a career in this essential industry.

See more about USMC veteran Jesus Davila here:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesus-davila-907627239

Find out how to get a great career in trucking through the American Trucking Associations' Workforce Heroes Program:

https://www.trucking.org/workforce-heroes

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Whether it's about Walz or Vance, Infantry vs. Admin, the current political climate is charged with toxic rhetoric.

Social media has erupted with veterans dismissing the National Guard service of Democratic Vice-Presidential candidate Tim Walz, while others are claiming that Republican VP candidate Sen JD Vance was merely a photographer while he served in Iraq.

The effect of this politically inspired mud slinging divides a community who would normally have each other’s back.

So, we turn to Retired US Army Col. Kenneth Allard, a former West Point professor and Dean of the National War College for some perspective.

We begin our conversation with Allard’s memories of his days leading troops in war torn Kosovo.

Allard then dives into some poignant analysis; How The National Guard has been misused since 9/11, How most media critics (of either VP candidate) have never even served in the military, and why veterans slamming each other over combat experience only weakens our nation and demoralizes many who have served.

In this politically neutral conversation, Colonel Allard frequently offers sage advice for all Americans, ... and especially for those who have served.

Check out Retired US Army Colonel Ken Allard's column, and his recent article "The Most Wretched Veepstakes" here:

https://www.mikehuckabee.com/latest-news?id=A67FB09C-773C-4BDF-9A9D-C7C952822C23

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