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March 23, 2026
Celebrating 15 Years of Impact for the Military Community

Fifteen years ago, HOH set out to close the gap between military service and civilian opportunity. Here’s how a grassroots effort became a movement serving more than 1 million veterans and military spouses.

Articles Service Organization
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March 19, 2026
Leveraging LinkedIn: Optimizing Your Profile

Optimize your LinkedIn profile with practical tips to tell your story, boost visibility, build your network, and unlock meaningful career opportunities.

Articles Career Planning Expert Advice Military Caregiver Military Spouse Military-connected Service Member Veteran
STA cohort 1 members posing with Lowes tools
March 19, 2026
Crafted by Experience: A Veteran’s Journey from Hands-On Learning to a Trades Career  

Discover how 21-year veteran Matt Nicholl finds hands on path to civilian career through the Skilled Trades Academy, gaining practical training, certifications, and connections for a confident start in the trades.

Articles Stories of Success Military-connected Service Member Veteran
The Olympic rings in front of a snowy mountain in Italy.
March 4, 2026
Gold-Level Talent from the Military Community Powered the Winter Olympics

Military-connected professionals helped bring the 2026 Winter Olympics to life through behind-the-scenes roles that showcased their skills, teamwork, and talent.

Articles Stories of Success Employer Military Caregiver Military Spouse Military-connected Service Member Veteran
Savana Dempich with U.S. Marine husband,
February 23, 2026
From Layoff to Landing Her Next Role, Marine Corps Spouse Proves Success is Earned  

Discover how Marine Corps spouse Savana Dempich turned a layoff into career success with determination and support from Hiring Our Heroes’ Amplify program.

Articles Stories of Success Military Spouse
Some of the Amplify 2025 participants pose in front of Amplify screen.
January 23, 2026
New Year, New Milestones for Military Spouse Employment Support

Learn how more than 10,000 military-connected job seekers have been empowered through Hiring Our Heroes’ Amplify program.

Articles Stories of Success Military Spouse
Virtual interview being conducted for a woman in yellow on a computer screen with nine people.
January 14, 2026
Interview with Confidence: Tips to Help Land the Job

An interview is often the most intimidating step in the hiring process, but these practical tips will help you build confidence in your interview skills.

Articles Career Planning Expert Advice Military Caregiver Military Spouse Military-connected Service Member Veteran
2025 Transition Trucking Award winner Charles Jones, Jr. poses in front of his new truck with award presenters.
January 6, 2026
Army Veteran Shifts Gears, Wins 2025 Transition Trucking Award

The 2025 Transition Trucking: Driving for Excellence Award was awarded to Army veteran Charles Jones Jr. for his inspiring journey from military service to a successful trucking career.

Articles Stories of Success Military-connected Service Member Veteran
Karen Uhlhorn sitting at her remote workstation in her house with her trusty co-worker (and cat) – Petrus.
December 16, 2025
Turning Transitions into Triumph: A Navy Reserve Spouse Pivots to a Portable Career

See how Navy Reserve spouse Karen Uhlhorn leveraged a military move to pivot from nonprofit leadership to a remote Chief Marketing Officer career.

Articles Stories of Success Military Spouse