
The Landing Zone
The Landing Zone Podcast is a forum which highlights military veteran transition stories, provides information on career opportunities, resources and transition advice.
Episodes
21 episodes
Episode 22 - Featuring Supply Chain Now CEO, Scott Luton
As the founder and CEO of Supply Chain Now, you might say Scott Luton is the voice of supply chain – but he’s too much of a team player to ever claim such a title. One thing’s for sure: he’s a tried and true supply chain expert. With over 20 ye...
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Season 2
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Episode 22
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39:43

Episode 21 featuring Fashion Consultant KC Sullivan
Tune in to hear KC's story, learn about her business, and get some great fashion advice from what to wear during a job interview to different styles for different occasions.
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Season 2
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Episode 21
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35:37

Episode 20 - The Importance of Mentorship featuring ACP COO, Rich Comitz
Join this episode to hear Rich's military & transition story, the mission of American Corporate Partners and the importance of mentorships for service members, veterans and military spouses.
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Season 2
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Episode 20
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33:36

Episode 19 Featuring UPS Division Manager, Ryan Zenoni
Join us as we hear Ryan's Marine Corps story, his transition story, his rise through the UPS Ranks and he also offers career advice.
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Season 2
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Episode 19
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22:57

Episode 18 - UPS Military Recruiter Eric Wesolowski
Today's guest is US Marine Corps Reservist and UPS Military Recruiter, Eric Wesolowski. Eric shares his military story, and we discuss his role as a recruiter and provide information and resources on how to be a more competitive candidate.
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Season 2
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Episode 17
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25:57

Episode 16 - Memorial Day, Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency
For this episode, we are taking a step away from our normal transition focus as this is a very special episode in recognition of Memorial Day. Memorial Day honors the brave men and women who have sacrificed their lives in service to our great c...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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27:47

Episode 14 - The Importance of Networking
This episode features Krista deKryger and focused on the importance of networking. Krista works for the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, Talent Acquisition Programs and Partnerships Advisor and has substantial experience working for some remark...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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38:14

Episode 15 - Transition Advice From Col (ret) David Goode
Join us to hear transition advice from retired Air Force Colonel David Goode. David is a Principal Operations Lead (Business Consultant) at Chick-Fil-A in Atlanta. David shares details on his very successful transition strategy including growin...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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41:33

Episode 13 - Boots to Loafers, Transition Advice from Author John Phillips
This episode features transition advice and our guest is John Phillips. John has had a storybook set of careers including in the United States Army where he retired as a Lieutenant Colonel, Coca-Cola where he retired as Director and Financial C...
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37:23

Episode 12 - UPS Airlines and Legal
In Episode 12, we hear US Army Ranger & helicopter pilot veteran, Michael Francesconi's transition story which highlights his role as Vice President and Chief Counsel for UPS Airlines.
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30:52

Episode 11 - UPS Airlines & Worldport
This episode features Marine Corps Veteran, Houston Mills who is President of UPS Flight Operations and Safety and also introduces our listeners to Worldport and UPS Airlines.
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41:40

Episode 10 - Workplace Culture
Sue Schmidlkofer is the Director of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion for a global leader in logistics and the world's largest package delivery company, UPS. In this role, Sue helps oversee the company’s strategy to leverage the unique perspect...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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47:05

Episode 8 - Air Force Education With Industry Program
Join us for this episode as we talk with Air Force Captain Spencer Hardesty as we cover the Air Force Education With Industry (EWI) Program. Spence is finishing up his 10-month EWI Tour where he is assigned to the UPS Corporate Automotive Team....
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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39:01

Episode 9 - UPS Trade Direct & Veteran Hire #1
In this episode we hear from US Air Force Veteran and UPS Trade Direct Supervisor, Vanessa Ingersoll. Vanessa was the first veteran I hired in 2008 and she has worked various roles including Global Government Operations, Expo 2020 Support and T...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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27:46

Episode 7 - UPS Brokerage & Career Advancement Advice
This episode features Scott Williams, US Army Veteran and Director of North America Marketing and Global Brokerage at UPS. Scott completed an internship at UPS after separating from the Army and completing an MBA and advanced up to the Director...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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32:19

Episode 6 - Military Transition Featuring FourBlock
This episode features information on transitioning from the military and our guest is retired Army Command Sergeant Major Roger Roley who is a retired corporate executive and is the Southeast Regional Director for FourBlock.
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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35:28

Episode 5 - UPS Security Careers
This episode features Air Force Veteran Tom Philpot. Tom is the Corporate Security Manager for the UPS Corporate campuses located in Atlanta, GA. His roles include oversight of three corporate campus facilities, provide support to the exe...
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38:51

Episode 4 - UPS Small Package Driver & The Jim Casey Community Service Award
In this episode we feature retiring UPS Small Package Car Driver, Greg Scheider. He provides details on his 30+ year UPS career as a driver and Lloyd and Jim share their stories about being awarded the Jim Casey Community Service Award.
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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33:57

Episode 3 - UPS Capital & The UPS Veterans Business Resource Group
We feature Derrick Luzolo in this episode. Derrick is a Navy Veteran an Industrial Engineering Manager at UPS Capital. He also leads the UPS Corporate Veterans Business Resource Group.
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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36:35

Episode 2 - Resumes and Interviews Featuring Hire Heroes USA
Hire Heroes USA Director of Client Service Delivery, Elena Comperatore is our special guest for this this podcast as we explore the challenges, advice and best practices to be more competitive in hunt for your next career.
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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53:44
