In this episode of the Warrior Alliance spotlight podcast, Lacy Gunnoe, the Veterans Programs Director of Well-being at Camp Southern Ground, shares his inspiring story of service and transition. With over 22 years as an Air Force officer, Lacy discusses the challenges veterans face post-service and the transformative programs at Camp Southern Ground designed to foster post-traumatic growth and a successful transition to civilian life.

Key Takeaways:

1. Veteran Transition: Lacy Gunnoe’s personal journey highlights the importance of finding purpose and community after military service.
2. Warrior Path Program: Camp Southern Ground offers a 90-day Warrior Path program to help veterans transform struggle into strength through peer-delivered training.
3. Individual Experiences: The podcast emphasizes the uniqueness of each veteran’s experience and the need for a supportive environment to address invisible struggles.
4. Holistic Approach: Camp Southern Ground’s holistic approach includes strength-finding tools, songwriting, and organic farming to support veterans’ well-being.
5. Purpose and Identity: Lacy speaks about the importance of veterans discovering their strengths and developing a life plan that aligns with their purpose post-service.

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This episode of the Warrior Alliance spotlight podcast features Tony Kimbrough, CEO of the Veteran Empowerment Organization (VEO), discussing the challenges faced by veterans post-service and the comprehensive support provided by VEO. Hosts Scott Munn and Doug Cows delve into the invisible wounds of veterans, the importance of community support, and the transformative power of VEO’s programs.

Key Takeaways:

1. Community Support: The VEO offers a healing campus environment for veterans to rebuild their lives, emphasizing the importance of a supportive community.
2. Strategic Planning: Drawing from his military intelligence background, Tony Kimbrough applies strategic planning to aid veterans effectively.
3. Transition Challenges: Kimbrough shares his personal battle with PTSD and the critical role of a support network in transitioning to civilian life.
4. Empowerment Through Housing and Jobs: VEO’s mission includes providing housing support, job placement, and mental health programs to empower veterans towards self-sufficiency.
5. Success Rate: VEO aims to create 250 affordable housing units and maintains a 94% success rate in preventing veterans from returning to homelessness.

Veteran Empowerment Organization, Warrior Alliance, Tony Kimbrough, veterans, PTSD, community support, housing, job placement, mental health, self-sufficiency, podcast.

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Discover the transformative work of Amelia Nickerson, CEO of First Step Staffing, as she discusses the organization’s commitment to rapidly employing veterans, overcoming barriers to work, and providing a holistic approach to veteran support in the civilian workforce.

Key Takeaways:

1. Rapid Employment Focus: First Step Staffing prioritizes getting veterans employed within 72 hours, recognizing the immediate need for income and stability.
2. Overcoming Barriers: The organization addresses common barriers faced by veterans, such as homelessness, mental health issues, and social disconnection.
3. Business Principles in Non-Profit: First Step Staffing operates with a unique model, acquiring for-profit companies to expand their mission-driven work.
4. Community Impact: With locations across the US, including significant growth in Philadelphia and Augusta, the organization demonstrates the power of meeting community needs.
5. Partnership with Warrior Alliance: Collaboration with other service providers is key to offering comprehensive support to veterans beyond employment.

• Amelia Nickerson
• First Step Staffing
• Veteran Employment
• Non-Profit Organization
• Workforce Development
• Rapid Employment
• Community Partnership
• Warrior Alliance
• Job Skills Training
• Economic Mobility

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Join us as we delve into the remarkable life of Norman Zoller, an Army veteran and strategic advisor for the Warrior Alliance, who shares his inspiring journey from the battlefields of Vietnam to the courtrooms of America, and his unwavering commitment to supporting fellow veterans.

Key Takeaways:

1. Norman Zoller’s military service included two tours in Vietnam with Special Forces and the 82nd Airborne Division, later serving as an army lawyer.
2. Post-military career: Zoller served as Chief Executive of the 11th Circuit Court for 28 years, aiding over 30,000 veterans.
3. Legal challenges for veterans: Family law matters, especially divorces, and housing issues are prevalent concerns among veterans seeking legal assistance.
4. Advice for veterans: Perseverance in seeking legal help and staying engaged with veteran groups are crucial for successful transitions.
5. Personal passions: Zoller’s love for music and his 61-year marriage highlight the importance of personal fulfillment and community engagement.

• Norman Zoller
• Army Veteran
• Vietnam War
• Warrior Alliance
• Veteran Legal Services
• ROTC
• JAG Officer
• Military Service
• Veteran Advocacy
• Community Service

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