Join us as we shine a spotlight on The Marcus Foundation's impactful work with Senior Program Director and combat veteran Marcus Ruzek. A former Green Beret, Ruzek shares his unique journey from Army Special Forces to leading the philanthropic vision of Home Depot co-founder Bernie Marcus. Discover the foundation's "entrepreneurial philanthropy" approach, which focuses on tackling the veteran suicide epidemic by going "narrow and deep" on Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Post-Traumatic Stress (PTS), and substance abuse through the Avalon Action Alliance. Learn the powerful story of how the foundation invests in human capital, why traditional mental health isn't working, and the critical role of organizations like the Warrior Alliance in connecting veterans to life-saving resources. A must-listen for veterans, philanthropists, and anyone passionate about veteran support.

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In this episode of the Warrior Alliance Spotlight, hosts Scott Munn and Tug Cowart interview Jennifer Yearwood and JT Liddle of Open Doors Atlanta, the 2024 Warrior Alliance Community Partner of the Year. We dive deep into how this non-profit tackles veteran homelessness and helps families find stable housing in the Atlanta area.

Jennifer shares her personal journey and passion for social work, explaining how her team provides direct support and financial assistance to veterans facing housing insecurity. JT, a combat veteran and Head of Technology, discusses the innovative tech platform he built to connect veterans with housing resources seamlessly. Learn about their collaborative efforts with the Warrior Alliance to create a powerful support system, and hear personal stories of resilience and the mission to end veteran homelessness.

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From the Persian Gulf to the boardroom, meet Xavier Cugnon, VP of HR at Lookout Pest Control. This former Marine Sergeant and Belgian immigrant shares his incredible journey, detailing how military discipline, training, and integrity translated into a 15-year career in Human Resources. Learn about the crucial role of persuasion and leadership in both the Marines and HR, why Lookout Pest Control values veteran hires, and Cugnon's work as Board Chair of SHRM Atlanta. Discover actionable advice for veteran transition, career opportunities in the trades, and how to find your community. A must-listen for veterans, HR professionals, and aspiring leaders.

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