Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve

CAES Receives Seven Seals Award for Support of Pennsylvania Guard and Reserve

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023
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She was nominated by a former CAES employee for her consistent support of his service in the Pennsylvania Army National Guard.

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  • She was nominated by a former CAES employee for her consistent support of his service in the Pennsylvania Army National Guard.
  • The Pennsylvania Committee for ESGR reviewed the nomination and approved the presentation of the prestigious ESGR Seven Seals award for the entire CAES leadership.
  • “The Seven Seals award is being presented to CAES for the support provided by the entire management team to their employees who serve in the Guard and Reserve,” said retired Maj. Gen. Wesley E. Craig Jr., Pennsylvania ESGR Southeast Area Chairman.
  • “I’m honored that the Pennsylvania Committee for ESGR has presented the CAES management team with the Seven Seals award,” said CAES President and CEO Mike Kahn.

Avangrid’s Brian Harrell and Steven Hersem Receive Patriot Award for Supporting National Guard and Reserve Team Members

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Friday, August 18, 2023
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Avangrid’s Vice President and Chief Security Officer and U.S. Marine Corps veteran Brian Harrell and Corporate Security’s Director of Threat Management and Intelligence Steven Hersem were presented with the award for going above and beyond to support uniformed team members who serve as a part of the National Guard and Reserve.

Key Points: 
  • Avangrid’s Vice President and Chief Security Officer and U.S. Marine Corps veteran Brian Harrell and Corporate Security’s Director of Threat Management and Intelligence Steven Hersem were presented with the award for going above and beyond to support uniformed team members who serve as a part of the National Guard and Reserve.
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    “We are very proud to have many veterans and active Guard and Reserve members working at Avangrid,” said Pedro Azagra, Avangrid CEO.
  • This is the first time that an Avangrid employee has received a Patriot Award, which are given out annually.
  • Harrell and Hersem were nominated by Kevin Connolly, active member of U.S. Navy Reserves and Lead Analyst for NERC Compliance at Avangrid.

Guidehouse Honored by Department of Defense with Pro Patria Award

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Wednesday, June 14, 2023
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WASHINGTON, June 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Guidehouse, a leading global provider of consulting and managed services to public sector and commercial clients, is proud to announce that it has been awarded the Pro Patria – Large Company Award for 2021 by Virginia Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) a Department of Defense Office under the Office of the Secretary of Defense for Reserve Affairs. The esteemed recognition is the highest level award that may be bestowed by an ESGR State Committee.

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  • The esteemed recognition is the highest level award that may be bestowed by an ESGR State Committee.
  • While Guidehouse was nominated in 2020, the awards were delayed due to COVID-19 restrictions.
  • The award ceremony was held at the National Museum of the US Army on June 3rd honoring award recipients from 2021 and 2022.
  • "It is a sincere honor for Guidehouse to be recognized with the Pro Patria award," said Allison Carter, Partner at Guidehouse who accepted the award at the June 3rd ceremony.

American Water Recognized by Friendly Forces as 5 STAR Reservist Friendly Employer

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Monday, May 22, 2023
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American Water (NYSE: AWK), the nation’s largest publicly traded water and wastewater utility company, announced today that it has been recognized by Friendly Forces as a 5 STAR Reservist Friendly Employer.

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  • American Water (NYSE: AWK), the nation’s largest publicly traded water and wastewater utility company, announced today that it has been recognized by Friendly Forces as a 5 STAR Reservist Friendly Employer.
  • “American Water is honored to receive the Friendly Forces 5 STAR Reservist Friendly Employer and formally partner with this organization during Military Appreciation Month,” said Lori Sutton, Chief Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Officer, American Water.
  • “At Friendly Forces, we have come to realize that there is a massive disparity in the benefits afforded reservists, even within the same sectors,” said Eric Evans, co-founder and CEO of Friendly Forces.
  • American Water is one such all-star, and we are incredibly proud to recognize them as part of an elite group of 5 STAR Reservist Friendly Employers.

Toshiba Wins Above and Beyond Award

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Thursday, April 27, 2023
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Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions receives the Above and Beyond award from the Employer Support of The Guard and Reserve (ESGR) in recognition of its policies and benefits that support National Guard and National Reserve service employees.

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  • Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions receives the Above and Beyond award from the Employer Support of The Guard and Reserve (ESGR) in recognition of its policies and benefits that support National Guard and National Reserve service employees.
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    “At Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions, we value the hard work and dedication that service members of the National Guard and National Reserve perform to protect us at home and abroad.
  • We empower our service member employees with meaningful careers while providing access to the benefits and opportunities they deserve,” said Rance Poehler, President and CEO of Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions.
  • These four ERGs are VALOR, the Women’s Network, BLAAC (Black, Latino, African American, and Caribbean), and the South Asian Community.

CAES’ Mary-Beth DePaolo Receives Patriotic Employer Award

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Monday, March 27, 2023
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230327005611/en/

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230327005611/en/
    Senior Manager of Human Resources Mary-Beth DePaolo received the Patriotic Employer Award in a ceremony at the CAES Lansdale, Pennsylvania, site on March 16.
  • Major General Wesley E. Craig Jr. traveled to Lansdale to present the award.
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    Senior Manager of Human Resources Mary-Beth DePaolo received the honor in a ceremony at the CAES Lansdale, Pennsylvania, site on March 16.
  • The nomination stated, “Even when tasking was last minute, DePaolo always viewed his service to the Commonwealth and the country as important, never treating it as an inconvenience or burden to the company.”
    “Receiving the Patriotic Employer Award is truly an honor.

Mountain America Credit Union Signs Statement of Support for National Guard and Reserve

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Wednesday, March 8, 2023
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SALT LAKE CITY, March 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On Wednesday, February 22, 2023, Mountain America Credit Union signed a Statement of Support agreement with the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) committing to not only assist, but to go above and beyond the requirements of the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) to support National Guard and Reserve employees.

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  • SALT LAKE CITY, March 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On Wednesday, February 22, 2023, Mountain America Credit Union signed a Statement of Support agreement with the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) committing to not only assist, but to go above and beyond the requirements of the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) to support National Guard and Reserve employees.
  • “Mountain America has always been committed to supporting our service members and the sacrifices they make to uphold our freedoms and way of life,” said Sterling Nielsen, president and CEO of Mountain America Credit Union.
  • “ESGR has served our country for more than 50 years, fostering a culture in which employers like Mountain America Credit Union support and value the employment and military service of members of the National Guard and Reserve in the United States,” said Kim Watts, volunteer Utah state chairman for ESGR.
  • Mountain America is privileged to support and honor them.”
    To learn more about Mountain America Credit Union, visit macu.com .

AFBA Appoints General Craig R. McKinley, USAF (Ret). as New Board Chair

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Tuesday, January 17, 2023
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The Armed Forces Benefit Association (AFBA) announced today the appointment of General Craig R. McKinley, USAF (Ret.)

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  • The Armed Forces Benefit Association (AFBA) announced today the appointment of General Craig R. McKinley, USAF (Ret.)
  • as Chair of the AFBA Board, effective January 1, 2023.
  • “We are fortunate to have respected leaders on our board to guide our efforts and are pleased to welcome General Craig McKinley as AFBA’s new Chair.
  • I am looking forward to my new responsibilities as Chair while we continue to fulfill and further AFBA’s mission of serving those who serve, defend, protect this great nation,” said General Craig R. McKinley, USAF (Ret.

National University Reaffirmed as "First Responder in Veteran Employment" at U.S. Department of Defense Ceremony

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Tuesday, December 20, 2022
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SAN DIEGO, Calif., Dec.20, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- National University, the veteran-founded nonprofit university serving 40,000 working adult learners, educators, and members of the military community joined hundreds of top employers to sign the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Statement of Support on Friday, December 16, 2022.

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  • The signing ceremony took place in front of the Women in Military Service for America Memorial located at the entrance to Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia.
  • NU's statement of support signifies the institution's deep commitment to the program and specifically being a first responder in veteran employment.
  • Another key milestone was achieved in 2005 when all agency Cabinet Secretaries in the federal government signed their support.
  • National University, a veteran-founded nonprofit, has been dedicated to meeting the needs of hard-working adults by providing accessible, affordable, achievable higher education opportunities since 1971.

Allison Transmission Receives Pro Patria Award for Demonstrated Support of the Indiana National Guard and Reserve

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Thursday, December 8, 2022
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221208005984/en/

Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221208005984/en/
    The Veterans Day Council of Indianapolis recently presented Allison Transmission the Pro Patria award, the highest-level award bestowed by the Indiana ESGR Committee.
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    The Pro Patria Award is presented to employers who demonstrate exceptional support for our national defense by adopting leadership practices and personnel policies which make it easier for employees to serve in the National Guard and Reserve.
  • Allison is honored to receive the highest-level award bestowed by the Indiana ESGR Committee, said Lorraine Parker-Clegg, Vice President of Human Resources & Chief People Officer, Allison Transmission.
  • The Veterans Day Council of Indianapolis presented Allison with the Pro Patria Award at their Veterans Day breakfast on November 11, 2022.