On Wednesday, November 9, 2016, Grantham University and The Center for Transitional Leadership will host a free career/networking event for transitioning active duty, veterans, and corporations in Leavenworth Kansas, at the Stove Factory Lofts Ballroom, from 11 am to 2 pm.

This event will include a complimentary lunch, the ability to take a professional LinkedIn head shot, a moderated and interactive panel discussion, and a networking opportunity with corporate recruiters.

Steve Waldron, Colonel, USMC (Ret.) and Grantham University Chief Operating Officer and Campus President, will start the event with a personal reflection of his military transition, and some best practices for securing the right position for you.

The panel discussion will be moderated by Army Veteran, Dr. Jeff Cropsey, Grantham University's Vice President for Strategic Initiatives and Government Relations.

Panelists include corporate HR executives from:

Uniformed Services Benefit Association

Cerner

Honeywell FM&T

UMB Bank

Koch Industries

HR recruiters in attendance for the networking event are corporations such as:

Sprint

Northrop Grumman

Beacon West Roofing Supply

KU Med

Burns & McDonnell

Ferrellgas

Cerner

Nebraska Furniture Mart

KMBZ-KCWE TV

Waste Management

AeroTech

YRC Freight

Black & Veatch

Verizon

Select Quote

Genesis 10

Farmers Insurance

Comcast

This is a wonderful opportunity for our local transitioning military and veterans to network with national corporations and learn the insider secrets to navigate the application process and get HIRED.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact Amy Thomas, Program and Events Development Specialist at Grantham University, at athomas34@grantham.edu.

Space is limited, and pre-registration is required to ensure that all participants obtain a seat at the event.