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Serving Beyond the Uniform: Veteran Advocacy and Leadership - General Mike Fleming | 10x Your Team Ep. #458

Camden and Otis McGregor Episode 458

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Brigadier General (Ret.) Michael Fleming, a respected military leader and veteran advocate. Cam and Otis explore his journey from a 30+ year military career to impactful roles in business, education, and veteran support, highlighting his leadership philosophy of service and his work bridging military and civilian communities.
General Fleming shares insights from founding the Jacksonville Military Veterans Coalition, his leadership with the Cohen Veterans Network, and his commitment to addressing critical challenges facing veterans, including suicide prevention.

This episode is a must-listen for veterans transitioning to civilian life, business leaders seeking veteran perspectives, and anyone passionate about leadership and community service.

More About General Fleming:
Brig. Gen. (Ret.) Michael “Mike” Fleming is a Northeast Florida military and veteran leader with senior experience across the military, business, and higher education sectors. He currently serves as Senior Manager of Community Relations for Cohen Veterans Network and previously held leadership roles at Jacksonville University, the Stephen A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Centerstone, and Deutsche Bank.

As an overview of our services, Cohen Veterans Network offers targeted behavioral health care for post 9/11 Veterans, National Guardsmen, Reservists, active-duty members with a Tricare referral, and all military families at the Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinics across the country.  https://www.cohenveteransnetwork.org/  Services offered include individual therapy, couples therapy, family therapy, child and adolescent therapeutic services, groups, and workshops.  All post 9/11 veterans and military family members are eligible for care, regardless of discharge status or combat experience. If an individual has spent one day at basic training, he/she is eligible for our services. Clients also have access to case management services to help with other stresses like unemployment, finances, housing, and legal issues. We offer both in-person and telehealth options at all clinics, as our staff is fully trained in providing telehealth as effectively as in-person services. A unique characteristic of our services is that our clients define their families. Staff members fully understand the military experience, as many of them are veterans or military family members themselves. We try to remove every barrier to service, including financial. No referrals are necessary, so please get in touch with one of our clinics for an appointment. Partners or individuals can connect with services through our telehealth webpage – www.cohenveteransnetwork.org/telehealth or by contacting one of our clinics. We are committed to providing superior mental health services to the clients who have served our country.

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Chapter Times and Titles:

Introduction to General Mike Fleming [00:00 - 10:00]
Overview of General Fleming's career and achievements
Transition from military to civilian leadership roles
Founding the Jacksonville Military Veterans Coalition

Leadership Lessons from the Military [10:01 - 20:00]
Key leadership principles from military service
The importance of adaptability and resilience
Insights from international competitions and fellowships

Veteran Advocacy and Community Relations [20:01 - 30:00]
General Fleming's role in the Cohen Veterans Network
Initiatives to support veteran employment and mental health
The impact of public/private partnerships

Bridging Military and Civilian Worlds [30:01 - 40:00]
Challenges and opportunities in veteran transitions
Building relationships with government and bu