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05/15/2024
Ep. 55: Elevating Heroes: Inside the Bob Woodruff Foundation with Anne Marie Dougherty

In this episode of “Militarily Speaking,” Tom and Jodi, together with Anne Marie Dougherty, CEO of the Bob Woodruff Foundation delve into how the foundation assists veterans transition, tackles mental health issues, and supports food insecurity and housing challenges. They highlight the foundation's nationwide network of veteran service providers, and various foundation-sponsored events and programs, emphasizing the foundation's commitment to veterans and military families.

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04/17/2024
Ep. 54: From Service to Civilian Success: The Vector Force Pathway with John Hotek
In this episode of “Militarily Speaking,” Tom and Jodi, together with John Hotek, Vice President of Vector Force Development, delve into the company's mission of providing meaningful career transitions for veterans, its commitment to veterans and the military community, and the unique opportunities it offers within the energy and utilities sector.
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04/17/2024
Ep. 53: Folds of Honor
In this episode of “Militarily Speaking,” Tom and Jodi, together with Col. Nick Nichols, a decorated U.S. Air Force F-16 pilot and the current president of the Folds of Honor Foundation, delve into the foundation's mission, the application process for scholarships, and the importance of supporting military and first responder families through education.
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04/03/2024
Ep. 52: Give An Hour for Military Mental Health
In this episode of “Militarily Speaking,” Tom and Jodi, delve into the world of military mental health support with Dr. Trina Clayeux, CEO of Give An Hour (GAH), and Rebecca Edmondson, a GAH intern and United States Army veteran. Together they explore the impactful stories of enhancing mental health access and delivery, and their dedication to reducing stigma and promoting resiliency within the military community.

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    Connecting tradition to the modern workplace for Dickinson Financial Corporation's new headquarters in downtown Kansas City. Dickinson Financial Corporation (DFC) welcomed the workforce from its two brands, Academy Bank and Armed Forces Bank, to their new downtown Kansas City office space in November 20231. 

    Forbes Magazine

    Leavenworth-based Armed Forces Bank partners with a service-disabled, veteran-owned national company to help employers make it easier for employees to get home mortgages through the program Operation Homeward..  
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    Forbes Magazine names Armed Forces Bank America's best employer for veterans in 2023. Over 8,500 veterans were surveyed and the data tallied up. The top 150 companies made Forbes' list and are seen here.
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    The Department of the Navy recognized Armed Forces Bank Great Lakes as “Distinguished Bank of the Year.” Award Reflects Armed Forces Bank steadfast commitment to meeting the distinct needs of military service members and their families. 
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    Leavenworth-based Armed Forces Bank made hefty investments in technology to place it on the leading edge for banking access, a huge benefit for a military client base that's always moving around. And it's proved helpful for new offerings at Armed Forces' sister bank.

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