Whether you’re a veteran, an employer, or someone who wants to support veterans in your community, this episode is packed with practical advice and up-to-date resources to help ensure our veterans thrive after service.Welcome to another episode of "Looking Forward Our Way." This time, we’re putting the spotlight on the unique challenges faced by military veterans as they re-enter the civilian workforce. Joining hosts Carol Ventresca and Brett Johnson is Ryan Blackburn, Senior Manager for Military and Federal Programs at Jobs Ohio and a veteran himself. Together, they explain the realities behind veteran employment, from overcoming resume roadblocks and translating military skills, to the vital support services Ohio offers. You’ll learn what’s working, where gaps still exist, and how local employers can play a pivotal role in creating meaningful job opportunities for those who have served. If you like this episode, please let us know. We appreciate the feed back, and <a href="https://buymeacoffee.com/lookingforwardourway" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">your support of offset costs</a> of producing the podcast!Moments00:00 "Advancing Veteran Workforce in Ohio"03:36 Supporting Veterans Through Education08:57 "Veteran Hiring Resources in Ohio"12:23 Helping Veterans Highlight Individual Contributions13:16 Translating Military Skills for Jobs16:48 Veteran Job Transition Challenges20:02 Guiding Veterans in Corporate Growth23:17 "Ohio Jobs for Veterans"26:24 Military Transition Support Conversations32:40 DoD SkillBridge: Transition Internship Program35:34 Ohio's Economic and Military Development39:44 "County Veteran Services: First Stop"40:55 Shoutout to Murphy, Air ForceTop takeaways for professionals, employers, and anyone passionate about supporting veterans:• Bridging the Employment Gap: Veterans often struggle to translate their military skills into civilian resumes. Programs like OhioMeansJobs Centers and Jobs Ohio’s "Find Your Ohio" initiative are connecting veterans with job resources and employers—sometimes before they even separate from the service.• Supporting Underemployed Veterans: While veteran unemployment rates are typically low, underemployment remains a concern. Employers and workforce agencies are collaborating to ensure vets find roles that match their skill sets and leadership experience—not just a quick paycheck.• Empowering Through Local & National Resources: Ohio offers veteran services offices in every county, and there’s an abundance of government and nonprofit support for veterans and their families. The key? Knowing where to look and leveraging those resources—from federal Small Business Administration support to local mentorship and networking programs.We would love to hear from you.<a href="https://podinbox.com/LFOW" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Give us your feedback, or suggest a topic, by leaving us a voice message.</a>Email us at hello@lookingforwardourway.com.Find us on <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/lfow.bsky.social" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bluesky</a> and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/lookingforwardourway/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Facebook</a>.<a href="https://g.page/looking-forward-our-way/review?gm" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Please review our podcast on Google!</a>And of course, everything can be found on our website, <a href="https://my.captivate.fm/www.lookingforwardourway.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Looking Forward Our Way.</a>Recorded in Studio C at <a href="https://my.captivate.fm/www.channel511.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">511 Studios</a>. A production of <a href="https://my.captivate.fm/www.circle270media.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Circle 270 Media® Podcast Consultants</a>.https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nd/4.0/Copyright 2025 Carol Ventresca and Brett Johnson Mentioned in this episode:Listener DisclaimerThe views and opinions expressed by the experts interviewed on this podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the podcast hosts or any affiliated organizations. The information provided in these interviews is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. Listeners are encouraged to consult with qualified professionals for specific advice or information related to their individual circumstances. The podcast host and producers do not endorse or guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information provided by the experts interviewed. Listener discretion is advised.

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