The Military Influencer Conference (MIC) is an annual gathering of the leaders, entrepreneurs, content creators, creatives, and brands who shape and support the military community. At MIC, industry experts lead panels and offer opportunities for transitioning from the military, starting or scaling businesses, serving in non-profit organizations or creating social impacts, or working in media […]
Employee Resource Groups, also known as ERGs, are not only a great way for a company’s employees to meet and network, but they also encourage inclusivity by connecting professionals from similar backgrounds and helping them feel a deeper sense of belonging. ERGs also provide opportunities for employees who identify with multiple identities. For employers, it […]
Regardless of your branch of service, the memories of arriving at boot camp will always be ingrained in our minds. Even after 20 years I can remember the bus ride from Chicago O’Hare Airport to Recruit Training Command Great Lakes, Illinois. I remember the anxiety, the cold, the lack of sleep and the wind as […]
On May 11, four women from disparate backgrounds met at the U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. Their bond came from a shared burden that most never experience: They are Gold Star Families, or surviving family members of servicemen and women who made the ultimate sacrifice. Keely Schild was seven when her father, U.S. Army Sgt. […]
U.S. Bank saw there was another crucial gap they could fill for veterans who had a house but were still struggling to make ends meet.
He cultivated a perfectly groomed, waxed, and massively out-of-regulation mustache while serving as a wing commander during the Vietnam War.
A self-made aviation pioneer, patriot, war hero, and captain of industry, he embodies the American spirit like few others before or since.
But don’t think that these are just toys. They’re more like non-functioning firearms that just happen to be sized for a Keebler Elf.
For many a car or motorcycle is their first major purchase after leaving home, and protecting that investment is incredibly important.
Not all credit cards offer the same benefits, so it doesn’t hurt to be picky about what card you’re applying for.
If you’re struggling to pay your current monthly car payment, refinancing could help set you back on track.
Through the PBB program April was paired with her service dog Waldo, and within three months, her life dramatically changed.
Spartan Armor Systems has produced the Achilles plate carrier, with significant improvements in both ergonomics and wearer comfort.
VPNs mask your internet activity, including your IP address and network location, acting as an intermediary network.
Research and some tactical patience can make sure you avoid being the target of a scam and get the best deal to work with your finances.
Navy Federal Credit Union understands and caters to the unique needs of service members, offering many checking account options and perks.
Verizon dives into the stories of three veteran gamers to learn how video games helped them build community, deal with trauma and have some fun. Find out more about how Verizon supports those who serve at verizon.com/military.
Task & Purpose began with a mission to engage, inform, and stand up for our community. That means listening to the servicemembers, veterans and others who make up our readership and tackling the issues they’re facing head on. Make the Call was created to address the isolation and mental health crisis that plagues servicemembers and […]
Kirstie Ennis was just starting her service in the Marines Corps when a helicopter crash in Afghanistan took her leg. Growing up in a military family, Kirstie always knew she was going to serve, and she planned to spend her career in the military. The crash disrupted her plans, but instead of slowing her down, […]
Zachary Bell and Jay Blancas never intended to be a voice for the military and veteran communities. They simply thought it would be funny to stand on the side of the road with a cardboard sign where they had written a phrase only a Marine would understand like, “Take Motrin, drink water, change your socks.” […]
Justine Davie never felt like she belonged. Her father joined the U.S. Air Force from the Philippines, and Justine grew up a first-generation American. Even after joining the Marines, she didn’t have an example of somebody like her she could look up to. But that didn’t stop Justine from thriving as a Marine, and later […]
Like many veterans, Erik Bartell left the military with no idea what he was going to do next. After serving for six years as an Army infantry officer, an injury forced him to make a decision. Erik had always wanted to lead, but with this injury he would not be able to lead Soldiers directly […]
Mental trauma from the military can attribute to incontinence affecting veterans at a younger age than their civilian peers.
The 916th Air Refueling Wing is taking the time to invest in the financial knowledge of his personnel. Learn what they’re teaching
Over the past 20+ years of war, an estimated 50,000 Iraqi and Afghan interpreters have aided American forces with critical linguistic skills – communicating with local people and security forces, intercepting and translating insurgent communications, and providing immeasurable cultural insight and feedback to troops on the ground. More than 1,000 of them have been killed […]
