Werner, USAA, First Command, RecruitMilitary and Scrum were recognized today as winners of the 7th Annual Patriots in Business Awards for their leadership in supporting America's veterans, active duty military and military spouses. Ta. This award is given every year chief executive officer The magazine and Thayer Leadership are part of an ongoing effort to raise awareness among corporate leaders about best practices to support these important communities. The awards ceremony, in partnership with Nasdaq MarketSite, will take place at the 12th Annual Veterans Day event in New York City on November 11th.
This year's Patriots in Business Awards are presented in the categories of large, medium-sized, small, and military-oriented organizations that lead our nation in supporting active duty military, veterans, and their families, and the United States Military Academy. This award recognizes outstanding companies. We understand the values of duty, honor, and nation through our business practices and throughout our communities and industries.
“Warner is proud to receive the Patriots in Business Award,” said Warner Chairman and CEO Derek Leathers. “We appreciate the valuable contributions of our veterans and military personnel to our nation's workforce, and we have tremendous gratitude for their sacrifices while serving our country. Our priority at Werner is to honor their achievements by providing them with the best possible opportunities as they transition into civilian life and new careers.”
“We know from our dislocated veterans that purpose is important. It helps,” said Wayne Peacock, CEO of USAA. “What we teach in the military is mission-first, so it's really important that no matter how you explain the purpose of your enterprise, you explain it beyond the bottom line. .”
“This honor affirms our commitment to mentoring military families in their pursuit of financial security and recognizes our innovative efforts to recruit veterans and military spouses as financial advisors. ,” said Mark Steph, First Army commander and CEO. “Supporting the military community is more than just good business. It is our duty to defend those who protect our freedoms.”
“We are honored to be selected for the Patriots in Business Award,” said Tim Best, CEO of Recruit Military. “We are extremely proud of our mission to connect employers and military members.”
JJ Sutherland, CEO of consulting firm Scrum, reminds us that hiring veterans is not only good, but also good business. of value to private sector customers. ”
These companies rose to the top through a competitive national judging process in which a panel of veterans affairs experts and military business leaders evaluated each nominated company's program. Company executives on the panel included Nicholas Pinchuk, Snapon Chairman and CEO; Michael Volk, GuidePoint Security Managing Partner (2022 Patriots in Business Award Winner). Troy Vaughn, President, Principle Services LLC (2021 Award Winner); Charlie Quinn, VP of Recruiting, HumCap (2020 Award Winner). John Perez, Johnson & Johnson Military and Veterans Affairs Director (2022 Award Winner); Tom Karinshak, Comcast Vice President and Chief Customer Experience Officer (2020 recipient); Eric Sanczak, Salute Mission Critical CEO (2023 Award Winner).
“The Patriots in Business Award aims to identify great companies that can show other business leaders how to engage with this great talent pool,” said Marshall Cooper, Group CEO. states. “They are truly the best of the best when it comes to working with the veteran community.”
Dan Rice, co-president of Thayer Leadership, said: “These are truly incredible organizations that demonstrate the tremendous opportunity and competitive advantage that comes from working with veterans and their families. You can learn a lot.”
