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Your Next Mission®
Your Next Mission® is a new initiative from the American Freedom Foundation that provides content, resources, and support to Veterans, Military Servicemembers, Military Spouses and Families as they transition from military to civilian life. At the center of the program is a video podcast hosted by 12th SMA (R) Jack L. Tilley which addresses important issues and challenges faced in that transition. It’s a place where we can have frank and honest conversation, tackle the tough questions, share stories, and have some fun along the way.
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12th SMA (R) Jack L. Tilley
Jack L. Tilley served as the 12th Sergeant Major of the Army from June 2000 – January 2004. A Vietnam War Veteran, SMA Tilley has held a variety of important leadership positions throughout his 36-year career. Now retired, SMA Tilley continues to serve as advisor, leader, and supporter of all Servicemembers, Veterans and their Families as co-founder of the American Freedom Foundation. As the host of the Your Next Mission® podcast, he continues to impart his experience and advice to those transitioning from military to civilian life.
Your Next Mission® Season #5 EP 52 | Origins of Memorial Day | Arlington National Cemetery | Dr. Allison Finkelstein & SGM Myong Hall
In commemoration of Memorial Day and its spirit of remembrance and reflection, this special episode of Your Next Mission® video podcast brings SMA Tilley together with Dr. Allison Finkelstein, Senior Historian, and SGM Myong Hall, Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Executive Director, at Arlington National Cemetery. They delve into the history of Arlington and its establishment as the pre-eminent national cemetery, as well as the significance and observance of Memorial Day at this historic site.
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Your Next Mission® Season # 51 | Triumph Over Trauma | The Headstrong Project | LtCol (R) Dan Kaepernik
In the latest episode of the Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley sits down with LtCol (R) Dan Kaepernik, Chief Executive Officer of The Headstrong Project and a U.S. Marine Corps Veteran. Together, they explore The Headstrong Project’s mission of providing confidential, obstacle and stigma free, trauma-focused mental health care for Veterans, Servicemembers and their affected Families.
Your Next Mission® Season #5 EP 50 | Equine Assisted Therapy | Bridle Paths | Katie Fallon
In the latest episode of the Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley is joined by Katie Fallon, Executive Director of Bridle Paths. They discuss how equine assisted therapy can establish a strong foundation for healing and growth for those suffering from physical, psychological, and emotional trauma, and how the connection between horses and humans is making a difference in the lives of our Veterans and Families.
Your Next Mission® Season #5 EP 49 | Celebrating Small Businesses| Navy Federal Credit Union | Will Scott and Aaron & Lavonia Gipson
In recognition of National Small Business Week and National Small Business Month, we highlight Navy Federal Credit Union for its dedication to assisting Veterans in starting their own small businesses.
In the latest episode of the Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley sits down with Will Scott, Vice President of Business Solutions at Navy Federal Credit Union, along with business entrepreneurs Aaron and LaVonia Gipson, owners of Hair Formations Salon. They discuss the requirements for establishing and managing a business, emphasizing the importance of a dedicated and supportive team which has contributed to their 40 years of success.
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“Finally somebody is talking about how difficult and COMPLICATED it is for vets to transition to civilian life. Thank you Sergeant Major.”
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Your Next Mission® wouldn’t be possible without the help and support of our strategic partners. Please visit their websites for information and resources on transitioning from military to civilian life.
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