Hiring Our Heroes Virtual Events

Virtual Hiring Fair: Financial Services Join Hiring Our Heroes and representatives from organizations hiring for a variety of roles for a virtual hiring fair. This event is open to transitioning service members, veterans, military spouses, and military caregivers. This online chat will connect you directly with organizations from the comfort of your home, office, smartphone or tablet. Wednesday, February 4, 2026 12 - 4 p.m. ET Register Now! Virtual Career Expo: Entry-Level Technology Kickstart your tech career at with Hiring Our Heroes Virtual Career Expo designed for emerging professionals! This event will explore strategies for building work experience and identifying entry points into the technology sector. Showcasing early careers pathways: internship, apprenticeships, and entry level roles requiring less than 3 years related experience.  Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM EST Register Now! Virtual Hiring Fair: Mid-to-Senior Level Technology & Cybersecurity Talent Join Hiring Our Heroes and representatives from organizations hiring for a variety of roles for a virtual hiring fair. This event is open to transitioning service members, veterans, military spouses, and military caregivers. This online chat will connect you directly with organizations from the comfort of your home, office, smartphone or tablet. Wednesday, February 26, 2026 12 - 4 p.m. ET Register Now! Stay Connected with Veterans Affairs:           You have received this message because you are subscribed to U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Veteran and Military Spouse Talent Engagement Program (VMSTEP).  Access your Subscriber Preferences to make changes to your subscriptions.  Get this as a forward? Sign up to receive updates from the Department of Veterans Affairs, Veteran Employment Services Office.  Have questions or problems? Please contact subscriberhelp.govdelivery.com for assistance.    Sent to mcclellanjoe80@myyahoo.com on behalf of US Department of Veteran Affairs, Veteran and Military Spouse Talent Engagement Program (VMSTEP) 810 Vermont Avenue, NW · Washington, DC 20420

February 1st District Meeting

 1st District Meeting Schedule

Date: Sunday, February 22, 2026

Time: 2 PM

Where: Corpus Christi Church Community Hall, 19800 Pembroke Street, Detroit, Michigan, 48219

Vet-to-Vet Cafe

 

Powered Wheelchair Donation

 A generous community member has decided to donate a powered wheelchair that is in excellent condition, specifically for a veteran in need. This donation aims to enhance the mobility and independence of a deserving individual who has served our country. If you know of a veteran who could benefit from this wheelchair or for more details about the donation process, please reach out to Post 32 Post Service Officer Gary DeMars at 248-982-1606. Your assistance in spreading the word is greatly appreciated.

Post 147 Event

 

2026 Testimonial Dinner

 

Four Chaplains Memorial Service

 

1st Zone Oratorical Contest

 

The Department of Michigan Upcoming Trainings

I wanted to pass along the information about trainings that are coming up for the Department of Michigan. Please note that we only have a couple more training spots open (AMAZING problem to have) for a post to host the Leadership Training. In May, June, and July we will be shifting focus to Commander, Adjutant, and Finance Officer, and Officer duties. In August we are launching two new courses and that information will be put out at a later date. 

1. Upcoming Trainings 

1. Jan 24, 2026 Post 108 -  Oxford Leadership Training 9a - 4p

REGISTRATION IS OPEN

2. Feb 6, 2026 Winter Conference Training Sessions -  2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m

1.  Master Your Morning: Routines of Successful Leaders  - Your mornings are either setting you up to win—or quietly sabotaging your leadership. In this interactive session, you'll learn the simple G.R.I.T. framework top leaders use to take control of their day before the day takes control of them. Miss this, and you'll keep hitting snooze on your potential.

2. The Power of Why: How Leaders Move People - Facts inform—but stories ignite action. This session shows you how to uncover your WHY and communicate it in a way that makes people feel something and move to action. If people aren't lining up to help, volunteer, or join your post—this session will show you exactly why.

3. Be a Champion: Leadership That Builds a Lasting Post -  Great posts aren't built by chance—they're built by champions who focus on the process, not just the outcome. Using proven championship principles, this session challenges you to raise standards, strengthen culture, and lead in a way people want to follow. Warning: after this, you'll never look at leadership—or your post—the same way again.

3. Feb 21, 2026 Post 566 - Memphis - Leadership Training 9a - 4p

REGISTRATION OPENS 1/21/26

4.  Feb 28, 2026 Post 443 - Sanford - Leadership Training 9a - 4p

REGISTRATION OPENS 1/28/26

5. Mar 14, 2026 Post 101 - Greenville  Leadership Training 9a - 4p  

REGISTRATION OPENS 2/14/26

6. Mar 21, 2026 Post 257 Battle Creek  Leadership Training 9a - 4p

REGISTRATION OPENS 2/14/26

If you have any questions please feel free to reach out.  Thank you for giving us the opportunity to serve you and grow leadership within the Department of Michigan. 

Igniting & Building Leaders for Tomorrow,
Jena Wilmers
Department of Michigan Leadership Development Committee

Michigan Legacy Ride