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Nearly one in ten people at Spectrum have a relationship with the U.S. military. They all bring unique experiences and training to our teams. And with robust programs and partnerships, we're helping transitioning service members, veterans, guard, and reserve members - as well as military spouses - make the most of their civilian careers.

A Decade Later Allen Family Gives Thanks

A decade after her husband was severely injured during his deployment to Afghanistan, Jessica Allen reflects on the decisions she says made her family more resilient.

Tech Forward

Now more than ever, decision-makers from the most innovative global tech corporations know that talent retention is a key cornerstone for success.Amazon has proven to be no exception, as their commitment to retaining and training their workforce shows, including specialized technical programs for veterans and spouses reentering civilian life. These paid training initiatives include AWS re/Start, Amazon Technical Apprenticeships, Career Choice, and Amazon Technical Academy.

Family finds comfort in Fisher House through decades

Thomas Queen and his wife, Michelle, knew each other from an early age. They started dating around the time Thomas began to have neurological episodes. Now, decades later, the couple has fought through multiple sclerosis and cancer treatments their whole married life, often staying at the D.C. Fisher House. The family talks about Thomas’s military service and the VA doctor who made the diagnosis that changed their lives.

NBCUniversal Bold Vets

From Boots to Boardroom: Because I’m a Veteran

Tune-in for NBCUniversal Advertising and Partnerships’ BOLD Vets third annual Veterans Day Event on Thursday, November 11. designed to honor, educate and inspire the military community as they shine a spotlight on the reasons why veterans are an asset to the organization and the entire industry.

Better Smiles and Better Health with BCBS FEP Dental

Those who have had experiences with the military—either serving or families of those who have—know that presentation is important. When it comes to presentation, many people might not immediately think of their smile. From first impressions to showing off your pride, a smile does a lot for us every single day. But did you know your smile also shows off your overall health, too?

Henry Jackson Foundation

Looking for the link

Dr. Rachel Ellsworth explores how different demographics are affected by breast cancer and if there is an identifiable reason for why some groups are more at risk than others.

Fisher House Guest and Soldier Brings Home the Gold

Fisher Houses are here for service members, veterans, and their families as they go through the recovery process after illness or injury.

Embrace The Challenge

Amazon has a prime opportunity for U.S. military veterans and spouses seeking their next career challenge. After exceeding their plans to hire 25,000 veterans and spouses by 2021, company officials recently announced a stunning pledge to bring on 100,000 vets and spouses by 2024.

IHG® Army Hotels Help Communities through Giving for Good initiatives

For IHG® Army Hotels, September is also about community, especially giving back and giving thanks. We call it our Giving for Good Month.

Legendary Locations: IHG® Army Hotels Historia Collection™

At IHG, we’re proud to celebrate and preserve our posts’ military heritage while offering our guests the same service and stay experience as in all of our hotels.

How Veterans and Spouses Provide Military-Grade Hospitality

At IHG® Army Hotels, we strive to offer our guests a higher rank of hospitality, and our team members carry that ethos with them on post every day. And though each of our colleagues offer their unique perspective, our veterans and military spouse team members always go above and beyond in creating an environment that caters to our guests, and it’s important to recognize the attributes they bring to the table.

IHG® Army Hotels Teen Academy: Grooming the Next Generation in Hospitality

Not all summer jobs are created equal and few are as rewarding. The IHG® Army Hotels Teen Academy is a summer work and internship program where children of hotel employees can learn and perform various hospitality jobs.

IHG® Army Hotels: Celebrating 12 Years

At IHG® Army Hotels, it has been an honor to serve our military community for the past 12 years. We understand the challenges and sacrifices that come with the military life, and it brings us great pleasure to know that we’re supporting your mission well, scoring an average of 4.3 on a 5-point scale in our Guest Satisfaction Surveys, and being awarded 5 out of 5 stars on the Garrison Commander Evaluation Metric every year since 2017.

IHG® Army Hotels: Made with You in Mind

Military travel comes with its own unique set of challenges and needs, and IHG® Army Hotels carefully considers all of them in the design of their hotels.

Understanding the Diverse Experiences of Military Families of Color

Blue Star Families is conducting a survey to help better understand the diverse experiences of military families of color which runs from June 28th-July 26th, 2021.

IHG® Army Hotels’ Approach to Sustainability

In February 2021, IHG® Hotels & Resorts launched Journey to Tomorrow, a series of ambitious new commitments to make a positive difference for people, communities, and planet over the next decade. The company has committed to reduce energy use and carbon emissions, pioneer the transformation to a minimal waste hospitality industry, conserve water, and help secure water access in those areas at greatest risk.

Achieving the Mission: Employee Testimonials from IHG® Army Hotels

At IHG Army Hotels®, every single colleague across our 76 hotels on 40 different Army bases is committed to our mission of achieving a higher rank of hospitality. Whether you’re enjoying time off at our Fort Shafter location in Honolulu or taking a TDY trip to historic West Point, our staff is working tirelessly to bring you the service, safety, and hospitality you expect from IHG Army Hotels®. To learn more about what our mission means to them, we’re sharing testimonials from some of our incredible employees.

How Amazon Serves Our Nation’s Veterans

Amazon is steadfast in its dedication to our nation’s veterans, currently employing over 45,000 military veterans and spouses, and actively recruiting more. In an effort to improve the lives of veterans, Amazon has championed the following programs to address critical challenges facing the military community, with a focus on employment, employee development and caring for veterans in need.

How IHG® Army Hotels is Providing a Higher Rank of Hospitality

At IHG® Army Hotels, we understand how difficult of a year it’s been, especially for active-duty servicemembers and their families. While the rest of the world stood still, military families had to navigate things like deployment, PCS and TDY. But, with 76 hotels on 40 Army bases across the United States, we’ve been able to help those families along the way, providing them with the service, safety, and hospitality they deserve

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Video Game Streaming Allows Military Veterans to Fundraise for Fisher House

Veterans, military members, and their supporters now fundraise for Fisher House Foundation and other veteran service organizations through their performances on video game streaming platforms like Twitch and YouTube, raising anywhere from a few hundred dollars to thousands within hours.

From Cadet to Vet: How Amazon Helps Veterans Transition to Civilian Life

At Amazon, we continue to realize the importance of recruiting and hiring veterans and military spouses in full and part-time roles across the U.S. We currently employ 45,000 veterans out of which 15,000 are either women veterans or military spouses. We are committed to supporting the military community and continue to hire veterans and military spouses to help build the future at Amazon.

If you have been impacted financially by COVID-19, you may be eligible for financial support

If you are experiencing financial stress due to COVID-19, you are not alone.

5 Considerations When Choosing a FEDVIP Vision Plan

Choosing a FEDVIP vision carrier and the appropriate plan can seem confusing. To help you with your decision, here’s a breakdown of the top considerations for choosing a vision plan.