The Warrior Alliance Spotlight

From Ranger Regiment to Civilian Purpose: Sarah and Mike Burke on Family, Transition, and Service

In this Warrior Alliance Spotlight episode, retired Command Sergeant Major Mike Burke and Warrior Navigator Sarah Burke share the realities of military family life, deployment stress, FRG support, and the challenges of transitioning out of the Army. They discuss communication, resilience, military spouse advocacy, and finding purpose after service. This conversation offers practical insight for veterans, military spouses, and families navigating life after the military. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Golf, Healing, and Hope: Scott Geary on PGA REACH Georgia and Veterans

In this episode of the Warrior Alliance Spotlight, Scott Geary, CEO of the Georgia PGA and Executive Director of PGA REACH Georgia, shares how golf is helping veterans heal, connect, and build new career paths. He explains how PGA HOPE introduces veterans and active-duty service members to the game through no-cost instruction, community support, and ongoing engagement. The conversation also highlights growth in golf, workforce opportunities in the industry, and the powerful impact of partnerships supporting Georgia veterans. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Military to Business Transition: Major General Matt Smith on Veteran Leadership

Major General Matt Smith, U.S. Army retired and Executive Director of Veteran Initiatives at Emory University, explains how veterans can translate military leadership into civilian and business success. In this conversation, he discusses the Master of Business for Veterans program, the value of learning the language of business, and why veteran leaders are highly valuable in today’s workforce. Matt shares lessons from combat leadership, his transition into the private sector, and how veterans can build confidence during the move from uniform to corporate life. He also highlights the importance of community partnerships, career placement, and support for military families. This episode is a must-listen for veterans, military spouses, hiring leaders, and anyone interested in leadership, career transition, and business education. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Healing the Invisible Wounds of Service: Jackie Breitenstein on Shepherd Center’s SHARE Military Initiative

In this Warrior Alliance Spotlight episode, host Scott Munn and Tug Cowart sit down with Jackie Breitenstein, Program Manager at Shepherd Center’s SHARE Military Initiative. Jackie shares how SHARE helps veterans, service members, and first responders living with traumatic brain injury, concussions, and related invisible wounds of war. She explains how the donor-funded program provides comprehensive, no-cost care, individualized treatment plans, and real-world community reintegration support that helps people return to work, family life, and meaningful daily routines. Jackie also discusses how the program connects with warriors nationwide, why in-person outreach matters, and how Shepherd Center and the Warrior Alliance work together to make access easier. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Ross Dickman on Veteran Employment, Skills-Based Hiring, and the Mission of Hire Heroes USA

In this episode of Warrior Alliance Spotlight, host Scott Munn and Tug Cowart sit down with Ross Dickman, CEO of Hire Heroes USA, to discuss veteran employment, military spouse career support, and the power of skills-based hiring. Ross shares how Hire Heroes USA helps service members translate military experience into meaningful civilian careers through one-on-one coaching, resume support, mock interviews, and employer connections. The conversation also explores how leadership in the military prepares veterans for civilian success, why employment is often tied to purpose and stability, and how community partnerships like The Warrior Alliance help address broader challenges beyond the job search. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.