Marine veteran Sam Johnson’s first job after leaving active duty was as a project manager for Duke Energy in North Carolina, a job he landed through a DAV job fair. Johnson said Duke Energy was the perfect landing spot post-service and ultimately opened doors to a fulfilling life as an entrepreneur. #NationalHireAVeteranDay
DAV (Disabled American Veterans)
Non-profit Organizations
Erlanger, Kentucky 162,219 followers
KEEPING OUR PROMISE TO AMERICA'S VETERANS
About us
DAV (Disabled American Veterans) is a leading nonprofit that provides a lifetime of support for veterans of all generations and their families. Every year, we help more than 1 million veterans in positive, life-changing ways by helping them access benefits they earned, like healthcare, education and disability, and connecting them to meaningful employment opportunities. We are committed to ensuring that the men and women who stood up for America have the tools, resources and opportunities they need to competitively enter the job market and secure meaningful employment. DAV recognizes the value, talent, education and work ethics that veterans add to the workforce. Through our partnership with RecruitMilitary, DAV sponsors career fairs, including virtual events, to connect veterans with employers nationwide who are committed to hiring them. DAV is the nation’s most resourceful veterans service organization, keeping the promise to support America’s veterans. Learn more at www.DAV.org.
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http://www.dav.org
External link for DAV (Disabled American Veterans)
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 501-1,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Erlanger, Kentucky
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1920
- Specialties
- Disabled American veterans, National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic, Transportation for veterans, Disaster Relief, Job Fairs, Charitable Giving, Help for Homeless Veterans, and Assistance with VA Benefits Claims
Locations
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Primary
860 Dolwick Dr
Erlanger, Kentucky 41018, US
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1300 I St NW
Suite 400 West
Washington, District of Columbia 20005, US
Employees at DAV (Disabled American Veterans)
Updates
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July 25 is #NationalHireAVeteranDay! Every day, hundreds of our military personnel transition from active duty to civilian life in search of employment. These veterans possess many of the professional skills that employers are looking for, but they often struggle to translate those skills when creating resumes or taking part in interviews. DAV can help! Check out our veteran employment resources, including a job board with hundreds of thousands of jobs from thousands of companies, at jobs.dav.org.
Employment & Entrepreneurship
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This coming August is National Make-A-Will Month, but you don’t have to wait until then to create your will. Create or update your will in 20 minutes or less with DAV’s free online resource here: https://lnkd.in/gdYrwH25.
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In the latest episode of #DAVPodcast, DAV’s 2023 Disabled American Veteran of the Year Kim Hubers sits down with fellow Iraq War Army veteran Melissa Stockwell. Just three weeks into Stockwell’s deployment to Iraq in 2004, a roadside bomb struck her Humvee, causing the loss of her left leg above the knee. Now, she’s a Paralympian, triathlete, author, motivational speaker and mother. Click here to listen now and follow DAV Podcast on all streaming platforms: https://lnkd.in/g3e48eAY.
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Honor a special veteran in your life by purchasing a personalized brick to be placed in DAV's Honor Garden at DAV National Headquarters in Erlanger, Kentucky. Your chosen name or message will be etched onto the brick, making it a lasting tribute to a deserving veteran.
DAV - Honor a Veteran and Be a Part of DAV Honor Garden
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DAV’s employment team and RecruitMilitary are headed to Norfolk, Virginia, to help find YOU a career you love! Join us at Vista Point Center on Thursday, July 25 at 11 a.m. (Eastern) for an in person job fair, where you’ll find dozens of employers eager for talented veterans and military spouses to fill their open positions. You can find resources to help you prepare and register online at http://dav.la/3tj. For more info on upcoming DAV/RecruitMilitary Job Fairs and resources for veterans, spouses, and employers, visit jobs.dav.org. #veterans #military #jobfair #careerfair #DAV #norfolkvirginia #virginiaveterans
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You never where your career journey will lead until you take the first step. Just ask U.S. Marine Corps veteran Sam Johnson, who attended a DAV RecruitMilitary career fair, found a great role, and launched an impressive career trajectory that culminated in entrepreneurship. Maintaining a strong networking foundation helped Johnson propel his career upward through multiple opportunities, ultimately leading to his current role as the owner of two small businesses. Johnson shares that business ownership would not have been possible without the early career support he received from DAV and RecruitMilitary. "Your first job likely isn't going to be your only job and it might not be your lifetime job," said Johnson. "It's just a matter of knowing you're on the right path." Take the first step and find a career fair near you: jobs.dav.org.
Ten years ago I attended a DAV | RecruitMilitary job fair - today I'm my own boss
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Looking to make a career change or start your professional journey? DAV and RecruitMilitary job fairs are wonderful opportunities to meet employers who are seeking veterans and practice your pitch and interview skills in an environment that is welcoming, exciting and professional. We’ll be in the San Antonio area on Thursday, July 25, at 11 a.m. (Central), with dozens of employers looking to hire talent just like you! This event is presented by ICON plc. Register now: http://dav.la/3ti. This event is open to transitioning service members, veterans, members of the National Guard, Reserves and military spouses. For more info on upcoming DAV/RecruitMilitary Job Fairs and resources for veterans, spouses, and employers, visit jobs.dav.org. #veterans #military #jobfair #careerfair #DAV #texas #texasveterans #SanAntonio
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⚠ Time is running out to meet our goal and we need your help! Last July, we had 62 DAV supporters step up and become a DAV Guardian Society member by making a special legacy gift to DAV. Learn how you can, too, at https://lnkd.in/gwY8Yy-4.
Feel Great About Giving Back
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Are you up for a challenge? Join the Victories for Veterans challenge and make a meaningful impact in the lives of veterans. Every dollar raised will go towards supporting DAV's free services, which can change lives and empower veterans to achieve their own victories. Click here to get started: http://dav.la/3tz.