b'NewcomersResource guideContract # 60602023 Luke AFB Guide The Glendale Chamber of Commerce Announces Military Transition Support ProgramThe Glendale Chamber of Commerce, through the work of its Military & Veterans Affairs Committee (MVAC), has always been committed to helping create a strong relationship between the local business community and the military. To further these efforts, the Glendale Chamber is pleased to provide the Military Transition Support Program.The purpose of this program is to connect Transitioning Service Members, Veterans, and/or Military Spouses to Glendale Chamber Member Businesses, to:Familiarize them with civilian career options. Provide informal mentorship, guidance, encouragement, and friendship. Educate them about differences of civilian vs. military culture.Service Members, Veterans, and Military Spouses are invited toattend the Chambers monthly Business After Hours event where theywill be introduced by MVAC committee members and share their top three career interests. This opportunity is open to people currentlyleaving active service and those whove previously separated and who seek new employment. Chamber members from industries that align with their interestswill be identified. A conversation will be initiated, followed by informal mentoring and a short-term job shadow opportunity. Participants are encouraged to meet over coffee or a meal to get to know one another,specifically exploring the participants career aspirations and interests which we hope will lead to their employment and investment in the Glendale region.MVAC Committee Member and program leader, U.S.A.F. Veteran, Kathy Gallowitz, President/CEO of Vanguard Veteran, LLC says, Weare excited to partner with Glendale Chamber members to cultivate civilian Veteran Champions who come alongside transitioning Service Members, Veterans, and their spouses to support their career exploration and assimilation into civilian life. Laura Roman, a realtor with Homesfor Heroes and program leader says, At Homes for Heroes, we arecommitted to providing the highest level of support to veterans andmilitary spouses. The military transitioning program aligns perfectlywith our mission. We believe that every veteran deserves the opportunityto build a successful and fulfilling civilian life, andwe are dedicated to helping them achieve that goal. For more information contact the Glendale Chamber at 602-937-4754Military & Veterans Affairs CommitteThe Military & Veterans Affairs Committee (MVAC) is dedicated toassisting the Glendale Chamber with current and future committeeprograms and events. It also helps to create a strong relationship between the local business community and military units in the community.For more information on how to get involved in theMilitary & Veterans Affairs Committee at 623-937-4754.10550 W. MARIPOSA STREET, SUITE 1, PHOENIX AZ 85037 | MAILING ADDRESS: 9524 W. CAMELBACK ROAD,SUITE C-130-242 GLENDALE, AZ 85305TEL: 623-937-4754 | GLENDALEAZCHAMBER.ORG14 ResourcesvLuke AFB & Community THE PREMIER FIGHTER WING'