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November 7, 2025
A Gala of Gratitude: Honoring the 2025 Champions of Military Community Employment 

The 15th Annual Lee Anderson Hiring Our Heroes Awards Gala recognized outstanding contributions to military community employment.

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• Amplify attendees gain invaluable knowledge that prepares them for and builds confidence in the job search.
November 6, 2025
Standing Out from the Crowd: How One Navy Spouse Found Confidence in Her Career Pursuit  

Facing a dip in confidence during her job search, Navy spouse Brittani Garcia worked to distinguish her skills and find her next career opportunity.

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November 3, 2025
Honoring Veteran Entrepreneurs During National Veterans Small Business Week

Hiring Our Heroes celebrates National Veterans Small Business Week during November 3-7, 2025.

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October 24, 2025
Pathways to Purpose: Celebrating 275 Career Summits 

Hiring Our Heroes recently celebrated its 275th Career Summit, helping the military community learn, connect, and explore opportunities with ready-to-hire employers.

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October 22, 2025
2025 Hiring Our Heroes Awards Finalists Announced

Meet the honorees and finalists for the 2025 Hiring Our Heroes awards, recognizing those who go above and beyond to support and strengthen our nation’s military community.

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October 13, 2025
Resilience in Motion: One Military Spouse’s Path to Career Stability  

Army spouse Belinda Eta-Ndo leveraged Hiring Our Heroes resources to build a flexible, remote career, and gain lasting confidence.

Articles Stories of Success Military Spouse
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October 7, 2025
Wired for Success: How a Marine Veteran Took Charge of His Post-Service Career 

U.S. Marine Corps veteran Tom Chhabra’s journey exemplifies how military skills can seamlessly align with corporate roles through determination and strategic planning. 

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Navy spouse Arra Guevarra shares her career comeback story with support from Hiring Our Heroes.
September 9, 2025
Navy Spouse Turns Setbacks Into Success With Hiring Our Heroes

After a career break to support her family, Arra Grizzel Guevarra faced challenges, but through persistence and professional growth, she found her way back to a thriving career in healthcare.

Articles Stories of Success Military Spouse
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August 11, 2025
Navy Spouse Builds Thriving Career With HOH Programs 

Navy spouse Allison Gunta turned career challenges into opportunities with support from Hiring Our Heroes programs.

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