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The Huddle with John Furner

Thank You!

Nov 11, 2022
In this episode, Chris Aragon, a retired Marine Corps Veteran, shares his journey from the military to becoming an Outbound Operations Manager at Walmart. They discuss the sacrifices and experiences of military life, the importance of finding a work-life balance, and reflections on Veterans Day and service. The speakers also express gratitude for the work of Walmart in honoring veterans and military families.
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Quick takeaways

  • Walmart's Find a Future and Hiring our Heroes Career Bridge programs have successfully attracted 80,000 Veterans and military spouses to join their team in the past year.
  • The speaker emphasizes the importance of servant leadership and how Walmart's commitment to serving others aligns with the values of the military, such as honor, courage, and commitment.

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The Corporate Fellowship Program

The speaker discusses their experience with the Corporate Fellowship Program, which offers an opportunity for veterans to learn and network with private companies. They specifically mention their accidental discovery of the program during their military transition class. The speaker was drawn to Walmart because of its shared values with the Marine Corps, such as honor, courage, and commitment.

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