Stephanie, an Air National Guard Member, and Dell, a Marine Corps Veteran, discuss what Memorial Day means to them, their military service shaping their values, and how they serve others at Walmart. They emphasize the importance of honoring the sacrifices made by veterans on Memorial Day.
Memorial Day is a time of deep reflection and gratitude for the individuals who made the ultimate sacrifice in the military, allowing us to enjoy our freedoms.
Stephanie and Dale share their personal experiences and emphasize the importance of pausing on Memorial Day to remember and honor the sacrifices made by military service members.
Deep dives
Job roles at Walmart
Stephanie works as a regional leader for Cybersecurity International, supporting the Asian market. She transitioned into cybersecurity right after serving in the Air National Guard. Dale works on the Associate Learning and Leadership team as a learning service architect, supporting the academies. His career in the Marine Corps and Air National Guard equipped him with skills in camaraderie, leadership, and effective communication, which are transferable to his role at Walmart.
Serves Associate Research Group
The Serves Associate Research Group aims to connect veterans throughout their career by creating a place for them to connect, work together, and support each other. The group focuses on health, wellness, career opportunities, and a sense of belonging. It provides inclusivity, resources, and support through in-person and virtual events, highlighting the commonalities among veterans and facilitating their learning journeys.
Observing Memorial Day
Memorial Day is a time to remember and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the military. Stephanie emphasizes the importance of pausing and reflecting on the freedoms enjoyed with family during this holiday, thanks to the sacrifices of others. Growing up in a military family and having a service connection herself, she recognizes that Memorial Day takes on a deeper meaning. Similarly, Dale's experiences of losing friends and family in combat situations have intensified his reflection on this observance. Both speakers stress the significance of remembering and observing the sacrifices made by military service members.
Memorial Day is a day is a day of deep meaning, as we reflect on the immense sacrifices that have been made to protect the freedoms we have today. My father was a Marine and Vietnam veteran, and he instilled in me a profound appreciation for those who gave the ultimate sacrifice.
In this episode of The Huddle, I’m joined by two incredible associates who exemplify the spirit of service and commitment: Stephanie, an Air National Guard Member, and Dell, a Marine Corps Veteran. Stephanie and Dell are two of the over 500,000 veterans and military spouses we’ve proudly hired the past ten years.
In this episode, they talked about what Memorial Day means to them, how their service shaped their values, and how they’re using their skills and passion for serving others here at Walmart. I hope you’ll listen, and also take the time to pause on Monday and think about those who gave everything. Thank you to Stephanie, Dell, and all our servicemembers for your selflessness and courage. We are so grateful.
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