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@specopstf would like to thank the @newyorkac & Th

@specopstf would like to thank the @newyorkac & The American Legion #Post754 for sponsoring our #NewYork is Grateful event. This event would not have been possible without the vision of SOTF Alumni, Zachary Venning. @general_bolduc , thank you for supporting our mission. 🇺🇸

Many thanks to the great Patriots of Jackson, WY f

Many thanks to the great Patriots of Jackson, WY for hosting the 2-day Special Operators Transition Foundation event. We are grateful for your hospitality and your willingness to help our transitioning Special Operations Veterans. 🇺🇸 .
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It's #military #transition Tuesday! Ben Thomann st

It's #military #transition Tuesday! Ben Thomann started his @usarmy career, like many, as a rifleman in the Infantry. He served for nearly 22 years, deployed to combat 8 times and served on behalf of the government in 25 different countries. Now a recently retired Green Beret Master Sergeant, he is eternally grateful for the mentorship and guidance from the @specopstf. Ben believes collaboration is the key to success. No one person has all the answers. Ben started his SOF career as a Communications Sergeant and easily moved through positions of greater responsibility to become a Team Sergeant, Operations Sergeant, and finally a Company First Sergeant for @1stsfgroup. Ben recently accepted a position as a Process Engineer for the tech startup and vehicle manufacturer @rivianofficial in Normal, IL. "Leaving the team room after nearly 22 years of service is incredibly daunting. I could not have made this jump without the help and support of SOTF. Thanks to Dennis Hayashi and Melba Holliday for the guidance through this process. I’m grateful for your expertise and friendship," said Ben. 🇺🇸

@specopstf with the @garnetfootball Captains 🇺🇸

It's #militarytransition Tuesday! Galen began his

It's #militarytransition Tuesday! Galen began his military journey as an enlisted man with the @waanghq as a Satellite Communications Journeyman and later as an Infantryman in the @ctarmyguard. During this period, his life further revolved around being on results-oriented teams as a former half-time performing artist of the legendary @nba @seattlesuperrsonics Boom Squad and active member of the world-renowned Seattle-based urban dance group the @massive_monkees . His interest and passion in leadersh ip and team development led to his desire to earn his commission as an Infantry Officer through the @uofwa 's ROTC program. Galen has since had a distinguished career as a @usarmy Special Forces Officer, holding the positions of Special Forces Detachment Commander, Assistant Operations Officer, Company Commander, and Force Modernization and Innovation Officer for @1stsfgroup- Airborne . Galen has learned to deliver respected results as an outperforming leader through his years in the military, organizing resources and aligning people to achieve organizational objectives expeditiously. He is excited to apply his experiences gained in the military to his new civilian career as an Operational Efficiency Program Manager with McKinstry in Seattle, WA.
Galen is exceptionally grateful for the @specopstf , which he relied heavily upon for executive coaching and mentorship to navigate the ambiguity of transitioning to the private sector. Please help us in congratulating Galen! 🇺🇸

Special Operations Forces (SOF) have been a critic

Special Operations Forces (SOF) have been a critical response element for the United States since the Cold War; they are America's "911" force. From Grenada, to Afghanistan, to undisclosed locations around the world, SOF have gone to battle on the backs of helicopters, planes and even horses in efforts to respond to attacks against our Nation, protect our allies, and liberate those living under oppression. The @specopstf is honored to be invited back to #Destin to pay tribute to these heroes. We invite you to join us on October 16th, 2021 where @mchooyah, the @usnavy SEAL who killed Osama bin Laden, will provide a unique view into critical events in our Special Operations Forces history. Link in bio for tickets! 🇺🇸

Our deepest condolences to the families and friend

Our deepest condolences to the families and friends of these warriors. You will never be forgotten.

The Special Operators Transition Foundation is thr

The Special Operators Transition Foundation is thrilled to welcome @pga_johndaly to our annual #Nashville is Grateful golf tournament, we are grateful for his continued support. We are SOLD OUT of golf teams but still have individual tickets available for our All-Star Jam which follows the golf tournament. Link in bio.

It's #MilitaryTransition Tuesday! Derek began his

It's #MilitaryTransition Tuesday! Derek began his career by receiving a commission into the @usarmy from the @olemiss in 2010. He served a total of 11 years on active duty, with the majority being as a Green Beret.
Wanting to serve his country, like his grandfathers did in WWII, Derek aspired to do so as a Special Forces Officer. Serving four years in the Army's 1st Combat Aviation Brigade, 1st Infantry Division, he deployed to multiple combat locations across Afghanistan for 12 months. As soon as eligible, he attended Special Forces Assessment and Selection, where he was selected to attend the 2 year Special Forces Qualification course. He completed it and was assigned to @7thspecialforcesgroup (Airborne) in Niceville, Florida. He commanded SFODA 7222 before being selected to serve in the Crisis Response Force, where he commanded on SFODA 7331, Troop 1, then finished his career as the 7330 Executive Officer. “Throughout many deployments, training events, and the conduct of Special Operations globally, I knew what skills I had obtained, sharpened, and made my very own. What the @specopstf did for me was allow me to harness, define, and market those skills where they would be successful in the civilian world. I knew this would provide a company, my family, and myself the job and life satisfaction we seek outside the military. It took me in a direction I would have never guessed and I can’t be more happy with that decision,” said Derek. Derek is now a Risk Consultant at @theprewittgrp. Please help us in congratulating Derek! 🇺🇸

We at the @specopstf, like the rest of the world,

We at the @specopstf, like the rest of the world, are watching the events in Afghanistan. No organization gave more in Afghanistan than the Special Operations community; we were first in and will be the last out. For those of us who’ve spent years of our lives in Afghanistan – away from family and friends, away from the freedoms we enjoy, all in the name of defeating terrorism and expanding liberty – this is deeply personal and painful. Many teammates never came home from Afghanistan and many more came back with physical and mental scars from the experience. For our Fellows and Alumni, and other Afghanistan Veterans: Never forget that you did your duty. You made a difference for 20 years and what was done there was not in vain. People’s live were changed for the good and they were changed forever. The final chapter has not closed on #Afghanistan. Stay connected. If you are struggling to make sense of the current situation, talk with someone. Please contact your old teammates or the Veterans Crisis Line at phone 1-800-273-8255 then Press 1, chat at https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/get-help/chat, or text 838255. Act. If you know someone that needs help evacuating from Afghanistan, contact @nooneleftbehindus (https://nooneleft.org/), a veteran-founded 501(c)(3) dedicated to helping those who worked and fought alongside the US through the Special Immigrant Visa program and on to a new life in America.

On #NationalNonprofitDay, we have some exciting ne

On #NationalNonprofitDay, we have some exciting news to share: @candiddotorg (GuideStar) has awarded the @specopstf a Platinum Seal of Transparency for the 4th year in a row. This rating means that we have taken steps to have stronger financial health and accountability. We couldn't have received this top rating without you. Thank you for your trust and support through the years!

National Airborne Day on August 16th honors the mi

National Airborne Day on August 16th honors the military’s airborne divisions of the Armed Forces. August 16, 1940, marks the date of the first official @usarmy parachute jump at Fort Benning. The successful jump validated the innovative concept of inserting U.S. ground combat forces behind a battle line by parachute. These sky soldiers represent some of the most prestigious and expertly trained forces in the U.S. Army. #NationalAirborneDay #MilitaryHistoryMonday

It's #militarytransition Tuesday! Michael Widdowso

It's #militarytransition Tuesday! Michael Widdowson is a recently retired Master Sergeant from the @usarmy Special Forces after having served for over 20 years, 16 of which as a Green Beret.
Michael enlisted in the Army at the age of 17 as an Infantryman before volunteering for Special Forces assessment and selection. After completing the Special Forces Qualification Course, Michael was assigned to the @5th_sfg_official. During his Special Forces career he served as a SF Weapons Sergeant, a Senior Instructor at the NCO Academy, a Team Sergeant, and a SF Company Operations Sergeant. While serving in these roles Michael gained experience in leadership as he trained, mentored, and developed the Soldiers in his team to achieve success throughout complex situations and pressure filled environments. After his retirement from the Army, Michael earned a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from @americanmilitaryu. “The support provided to me by @specopstf has been the most important aspect of my successful transition to a civilian career. Working with Melba Holiday resulted in gaining a better understanding of myself to discover the roles and environments in the civilian workplace that would be best suited for me, as well as helping me communicate my value. The mentorship from Dennis Hayashi and SOTF alumni enabled me to intelligently select industries and companies in my area, identify connections of value, and cultivate my network. I wholeheartedly recommend the Special Operators Transition Foundation as a must have to all transitioning SOF personnel. The incredible support that was given by the entire SOTF organization to ensure that my transition from the military was a success was nothing short of world class and as a veteran I truly felt appreciated for my service,” said Michael. Through the mentorship of SOTF, Michael has accepted a position with Elavon Inc. as a Portfolio Manager for their North America Operations Change Management Team. Please help us in congratulating Mike for his service and successful transition out of the military! 🇺🇸

Please join us for a charity fundraiser, networkin

Please join us for a charity fundraiser, networking reception and panel discussion with current US #SpecialOperators, at the @newyorkac hosted by the American Legion NYAC. The evening will feature rarely heard stories from those who were at the tip of the spear of America’s military response to the Taliban attacks. These former and current operators will also provide their perspectives of the future of Afghanistan as the United States moves to end its war by the 20 year anniversary of the attacks. We will follow the Afghanistan discussion with a meet and greet session with current special operators who are looking to find careers in the greater New York area. Link in bio for tickets.🇺🇸 #newyork #nyc #military #specialoperations #militarytransition

The Special Operators Transition Foundation is thr

The Special Operators Transition Foundation is thrilled to welcome @kidrock to our annual #Nashville is Grateful golf tournament, we are grateful for his continued support. We are SOLD OUT of golf teams but still have a few individual tickets available for our All-Star Jam which follows the golf tournament.

It's #militarytransition Tuesday! Matthew (Matt) W

It's #militarytransition Tuesday! Matthew (Matt) Washburn, recently transitioned from the @usarmy where he served over 21 years, 16 of which as a US Army Special Forces Green Beret. Early on in his career, Matt learned the ability to develop and lead high-performing teams which provided success at every level in the military. Matt served in a wide range of assignment to include Special Forces detachment commander, company commander, executive officer, operations officer, and finishing up his career as a US Army Recruiting battalion commander. "I'm beyond grateful for the support, coaching, and mentoring I received from the @specopstf," said Matt. Matt has recently accepted the position of a business support consultant with @wellsfargo and looks forward to applying his experience and skills gained over the past two decades in the military to the professional community. Please help us in congratulating Matt! 🇺🇸 .
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We are thrilled to welcome @johnnydamon to our ann

We are thrilled to welcome @johnnydamon to our annual Nashville is Grateful golf tournament. We are nearly sold out of golf teams but still have a few individual golf tickets available. As with all great events, we save the best for last, tickets ARE available for the All-Star jam session which follows the golf tournament. Last year's performers included: @kidrock @pga_johndaly @randyhouser @leebrice @theleegreenwood and MORE! #linkinbio for tickets. 🇺🇸

It's #militarytransition Tuesday! Jake is a small-

It's #militarytransition Tuesday! Jake is a small-town kid from #Hammondsport, NY, and has served 11 years as an @usarmy officer. After growing up on a farm, he attended @westpoint_usma and commissioned as an Infantry officer in 2010. He served four years in the @101stabndivaa deploying twice to Afghanistan, before applying to the Special Forces Regiment. He graduated the Q Course and earned the Green Beret in 2016, reported to @5th_sfg_official and deployed four more times in the counter-ISIS fight from 2017-2020. He loves leading highly-trained teams in challenging environments and bringing a sense of order to chaos. "Through the world-class training and mentorship of the @specopstf, I applied my Special Operations experience to the corporate world and accepted a position with @mcgowanallied Specialty Insurance." said Jake. Please help us in congratulating him! 🇺🇸

From all of us at the @specopstf, we wish you and

From all of us at the @specopstf, we wish you and your family a very happy and safe 4th of July!
#IndependenceDay is the most important day in our history and celebrates the journey we started in 1776 to be a free and independent country. The efforts of those bold Patriots and their sacrifices broke the chains that allowed us to become a free and separate nation unlike any other in the world. We are a nation of many people; people of different backgrounds, different creeds, and different origins. Let us all strive to live up to the ideals that were put on paper by those Patriots 245 years ago and celebrate our great commonality of being citizens of this great American country. On this day, we also want to extend a special thanks to our #veterans, both those who have served and those who are still serving. The independence that we enjoy today would not have been possible without their efforts, past and present. Every day, SOTF strives to recognize those honorable men and women who devoted themselves to our Nation. We take great pride in working with these #SpecialOperations heroes to provide transition services. It is our goal to ensure that this transition is successful for these amazing veterans and their families and help America’s business grow and prosper.
Happy Independence Day to all of you! Go #USA ! 🇺🇸

Last year, thanks to donors like you, when many or

Last year, thanks to donors like you, when many organizations were downsizing and reducing the services they provided, the @specopstf was able to continue providing best-in-class, personalized transition support to our Special Operations veterans in the midst of their transition process. Our program has proven to be tremendously successful and the Special Operations community has recognized our success. In the first four months of 2021, we have placed the same number of Fellows as we did in 2020 into meaningful corporate roles. We expect our placements to be double 2020's numbers overall. The numbers of operators applying to our program has also doubled in 2021. We need your help in order to continue providing them executive career counseling, mentor guidance, workshops, and networking opportunities that connect them with business leaders. In order to support this growth and continue providing the highest level of support to the operators we serve, we have established a goal of raising $100,000 this summer. We have already received a $15,000 donation to kick off our summer campaign Gratitude and Growth. Donors like you are the only ones who can make this happen. With your donation we will be able to provide the 150+ operators joining this year with the support they need. If everyone reading this donated just $20 a month...we will surpass this goal. www.sotf.org/donate

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