We provide a lifeline to veterans, transitioning military members, and military spouses by sharing information and resources about veteran support organizations and key personnel within the veteran support community.
Annie Brock is President and CEO of the Leader Transition Institute. She is an Army veteran and Air Force spouse, and a teacher and coach of all things mindset, communication, and leadership. Annie was one of the first 100 women assigned to the 82d Airborne Division, where she was a Battalion Legal clerk and earned her senior jump wings. She received a Direct Commission to the Medical Service Corps, went to flight school, and became a medevac helicopter pilot, flying Hueys and Blackhawks. As a military spouse, Annie homeschooled two daughters during moves across the US and Europe. Along the way, she also grew herself and is a Founding Partner of the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team. Annie and her team launched LTI’s flagship philanthropic program, Changing Focus: Moving From We to Me, in 2018.
Blake is the VP at The Ding King Training Institute. Passionate about empowering others, he graduated from The University of Colorado Boulder in Communications and Entrepreneurship. Inspired by my father's legacy, Blake collaborated with him to expand The Ding King's reach. Dedicated to guiding students in automotive reconditioning, Blake continues to prioritize family and friends, enjoying sports and quality time. His mission is to help individuals find their path and uplift their families. Angel has a military and law enforcement background, including four years as an Air Force firefighter and six years as a 911 dispatcher. Angel pursued a business degree while juggling real-life challenges. Now, with a passion for automobiles and helping his fellow veterans, he’s found his calling at The Ding King Training Institute. Having personally attended numerous high-quality training courses, I'm committed to raising awareness for pathways that support veteran-owned businesses. https://thedingking.com/
Bill is an Army veteran with 23 years professional HR experience. He is President & Chief Advisor of Kieffer & Associates Limited, an advisory firm specializing in Military Veteran Career Transition, Leadership Coaching, Strategic Talent Management, and Professional Speaking and Facilitation services. In addition to that, Bill has authored his second book “Veteran Career Journey: More Insights from the Employer Side of the Desk”, Serves as a coach and coach advisory board member for “The Honor Foundation”, master trainer for Ranger for Life’s “A More Elite Transition”, member the Board of Advisors for “Law Enforcement Connect”, TEDx Speaker, certified coach via Marshall Goldsmith and the WHY Institute and much, much more. https://www.amazon.com/Veteran-Career-Journey-Insights-Employer/dp/1737371421/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.3LmgX0SajnSHVQZCAYwlujya9ilbkAgI8NO0P480zq4.RS5guQkYz5KZtvYCWi9Q3xPRxQmiCERgnlVdvBQqnb0&qid=1712509883&sr=1-1
Molly Bode is the Executive Director of Kentucky VALOR (Veterans Accelerated Licensure Occupational Recruitment), an initiative of Kentucky Science and Technology Corporation. KY VALOR assists individuals transitioning out of the military and their families to obtain occupational licensure and secure a fulfilling post-service career in Kentucky. Molly is a licensed social worker by trade, who obtained a Bachelor's in Community Communications and Leadership Development from the University of Kentucky and a Master's in Social Work from Spalding University. She is currently finishing her doctorate at the University of Kentucky with a concentration in occupational regulation and licensing. Molly resides in Lexington, Kentucky with her six-year-old son.
Nila is the Chief of Staff for Talents ASCEND. She is a Veteran spouse, former Civilian Family Readiness Officer for the Marine Corps and ultimate connector of people. Nila has over fifteen years of military and veteran family advocacy expertise; which includes her time aboard Camp Pendleton as a FRO, VFW Headquarters Unmet Needs Coordinator, and numerous other nonprofits, all advocating for our military veterans, spouses and families.