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In Podcast #037 we welcome Zach Tibbits to the studio. Zach is the new Mission43 Director of Employment and the Idaho Program Manager for Hire Heroes USA. A Marine first and foremost, Zach became a Mission43 member and Hire Heroes USA client shortly after leaving the military. His personal experience of being a client, navigating the employment search after separating from the Marines, and making many mistakes along the way, prepared him to lead the Mission43 Employment team. As he states in the podcast, he is ALWAYS available to discuss best practices in searching for meaningful employment after the military. Listen in as he provides valuable employment advice. To learn more about Mission43: https://www.mission43.org/ To learn more about Hire Heroes USA: https://www.hireheroesusa.org/

In Podcast #036 we welcome Brad Blair to the studio. Brad is the new Mission43 Director of Engagement and the Director of Mission43’s Operation Resilient Path (ORP). His personal experience with ORP makes him highly qualified to lead this program.

In Podcast #035 we welcome Daryn Colledge to the studio. Daryn was an All-WAC offensive tackle at Boise State University in the early 2000's before being drafted in the second round of the 2006 NFL Draft by the Green Bay Packers. His NFL career spanned 9 years and included a super bowl win in 2010. After retiring from professional football, Daryn made the decision to join the Idaho Army National Guard where he deployed to Afghanistan. Listen in as he describes his life in the NFL, what brought him back to Idaho, why he decided to serve in the military, and how he plans to live a life of continued service.

In Podcast #034, we sit down with Butch Whiting, CEO and co-founder of Kryptek Outdoor Group, to discuss hunting in Idaho, learn about the origins of the company, and understand what it took to bring the "Battlefield to Backcountry". Kryptek is a global brand and one of the hottest hunting apparel brands to surface in the past few years. Along with his co-founder, Josh Kleghorn, Butch relied on his military background to start the company. Kryptek is proudly based in Eagle, Idaho, where Butch was born and raised. Listen and learn how Butch was able to make Idaho his home after leaving the military.

In Podcast #033, we welcome Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF) Idaho Regional Director, Jenn Skeesick, to learn more about CAF and how Mission43 members are finding purpose after the military by volunteering with CAF. Jenn has practiced as a sports and orthopedic physical therapist for over 13 years, and has a doctorate degree from Duke University. Her undergraduate degree is in Animal Science from Auburn University where she served as the co-captain of the Equestrian team. Jenn is also a Mission43 Leaders Fellow and a military spouse, as her husband, Anthony, serves with the Idaho Air National Guard. Lastly, Jenn is also an adjunct professor at Boise State and Duke with the hopes of helping guide adult learners as they discover passions and possibilities. Listen to Jenn’s inspiring story as she shares some great stories and talks about the new headquarters from Mission43 and CAF-Idaho (The Idaho Outdoor Field House).

This year marks the 20th anniversary of the terror attacks that transpired on that day. Bryan and Dan also discuss the resulting surge of volunteer military forces, as warfighters from across the United States began to fight the Global War on Terror (GWOT), a war that would last two decades and continues today. Listen in as our co-hosts share personal stories and reflect on the reason we should take time to remember 9/11 every year.

In Podcast #031, we welcome our Employment Pillar Director, Christy Funk, to discuss how active duty, veterans, and military spouses can enhance their employment search before and after they leave the military. Christy retired from the Air Force as a first sergeant and now uses that expertise to advise fellow Mission43 members on their path to meaningful employment. As someone who has already transitioned out of the military and found a civilian career, she shares some great tips so you too can confidently transition out of the military.

Professional Development & Education After The MilitaryIn Podcast #030, Mission43 Education Pillar Director, Alison Garrow, joins us to discuss the importance of furthering your education and how that can mean more than just earning a college degree. Alison is our local education guru and knows everything about how to get the most out of the GI bill. She also helps Mission43 members navigate other educational opportunities. Whether you are searching for entrepreneur mentorship, skill gap training, or career advancement; she knows the programs available to get you there. SUBSCRIBE TO THE MISSION43 PODCAST Questions, suggestions, or comments? We'd love to hear them! Send us an email at [email protected]

In Podcast #029, we welcome Idaho Air National Guard Senior NCO Doug Brock to the studio to discuss the importance of creating a strong personal and professional network. He shares about achievements as Outstanding Airman of the Year (AOY) and the challenges of being a JTAC. Doug talks about his recent deployment, completing Army Ranger school, and the challenges of starting his own business.

In Podcast #028, we welcome Dawn Hunter (military spouse and entrepreneur) and Jason Thomas (Idaho Air National Guard member and Amazon Operations Manager) to the studio to discuss how the Leaders Fellowship program helped strengthen their personal and professional lives. Dawn and Jason were members of the inaugural cohort (2019-2020) of the Mission43 Leaders Fellowship program and have benefited from the expanded network that comes with being a fellow. Learn from Dawn and Jason as they discuss the importance of leadership development and how the Leaders Fellowship program has had a positive effect on their lives.

In Podcast #027, we welcome Chad Rohr (Navy) and Andrea Hovey (US Naval Academy, ’03) to the studio to discuss leadership development after the military. Chad and Andrea were members of the inaugural cohort (2019-2020) of the Mission43 Leaders Fellowship program. Both excelled, and consequently, were invited back to help guide the 2020-2021 cohort through the 4 phases of the program. Sit back and listed to Chad and Andrea as they share life stories, reminisce about their time in the Navy, and discuss the importance of continuing leadership development even after leaving military service.

In podcast #026, we welcome Davin (Navy) and Gia (Air Force), a military power couple, to the studio to discuss finding purpose after the military. Upon retirement, they pulled out a map of the USA, decided what they desired in a city, and found their way to Idaho on a whim. And they couldn't be happier! As members of Mission43, they have participated in multiple volunteer events and found life-altering purpose while doing it. Pull out a piece of paper and take some notes as Davin and Gia speak truth about how to transition out of the military with a plan in mind. Thoughts, questions, suggestions or comments? We'd love to hear them! Send us an email at [email protected] To learn more about our guests, sign up for a Mission43 volunteer event and you will most likely find them there! Lead.Learn.Inspire.