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Transitioning to post-military employment: Tips to thrive and overcome challenges

Tashana Lopez, Greg Bradshaw, Tyler Roth
November 9, 2023 1:00 – 2:00 PM ET Virtual Free to attend
Transitioning to post-military employment: Tips to thrive and overcome challenges

About this session

Finding a new career outside the military is a top priority for many Veterans. But while service members have highly valued skills and talents, transitioning to a civilian role can be rough.

For starters, corporate communication and leadership styles can differ vastly (many military acronyms and certifications do not easily translate to the corporate world). More than that, finding belonging in a new culture can be overwhelming.

Expedia Group understands these challenges and fully embraces Veterans trying to bridge the gap from military to corporate. They actively participate in Hire Heroes USA and formed VETS, their employee-led Inclusion Business Group (IBG) that supports Veteran team members and their families.

Expedia’s Tyler Roth (Senior Manager, Human Resources Business Partner), Tashana Lopez (Diversity Sourcing Partner), and Greg Bradshaw (Senior Manager of Talent Acquisition) will share how to make the transition smoother, from showcasing the soft skills that don’t immediately jump off your resume to building a solid support system.

You’ll take away:

  • How to identify your transferable skills
  • Strategies to create a corporate resume that showcases your experience and highlights the value of your military background
  • Tips to stand out in the interview process
  • Ways to make the shift to a civilian role as seamless as possible
  • How to leverage employee resource groups to find camaraderie

Meet the speakers

Tashana Lopez

Tashana Lopez

Diversity Sourcing Partner, Expedia Group

Tashana Lopez is a US Navy veteran and Diversity Sourcing Partner at Expedia Group. She actively engages in diversity initiatives and brings extensive experience, having served in various capacities in Human Resources. Tashana’s dedication extends to driving inclusive hiring practices, particularly focusing on promoting opportunities for underrepresented groups and veterans, aligning with the company's comprehensive DE&I recruitment strategy.
Greg Bradshaw

Greg Bradshaw

Senior Manager of Talent Acquisition, Expedia Group

Greg Bradshaw is a Senior Manager of Talent Acquisition at Expedia, where he leads a Recruitment Delivery Team for AMERS, with a focus on supporting sales roles. Greg is an active member of Expedia's Inclusion Business Groups and brings a wealth of experience as a U.S. Navy veteran and Talent Leader. He plays a pivotal role in driving Veterans Hiring Initiatives as part of the company's holistic DE&I recruitment strategy.

Tyler Roth

Tyler Roth

Senior Manager, Human Resources Business Partner, Expedia Group

Tyler Roth is a Senior Manager, Human Resources Business Partner at Expedia Group and is a proud US Air Force Veteran and retired military spouse. She is an active member of the Veterans Inclusion Business Group and holds a deep passion for providing support to all veterans and military spouses.

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