#SaluteToDiversity

#SaluteToDiversity As more and more veterans transition out of active service and into the workforce, it's increasingly important to learn more about this unique segment of the population. Here are some key stats that'll help introduce you to incoming veteran talent. Who are America's Veterans? | 1 in 12 civilian adults are veterans sometimes as high as 1 in 5 In the U.S. population there are an estimated 21.8 million veterans 8.1* 3% of population of veterans are are veterans foreign born 92% 8* of veterans of veterans are male are female Veterans live in Veterans are more likely to be homeowners 79% ownership rate in places that share one thing households headed by vets in common: AFFORDABILITY Veterans prefer small metros near military bases, 11.2% live in small or rural towns Florida Washington 6.4% live in dense cities North Carolina Техas 18.7% Colorado Springs is the metro with the highest veteran population Miami is the metro 3.2% with the lowest veteran population Why do veterans make good candidates? Veterans are proven problem-solvers. They know how to react to situations that change rapidly in order to overcome the impossible. YES Veterans take on extra challenges that push them past current expertise. They say YES to new assignments and ask to be challenged- showing you that they aren't afraid to be tested and that they are comfortable with more responsibility. Veterans are excellent leaders and outstanding followers. They have worked in team environments under intense pressure and know what it takes to come out on top. Major Companies for Hiring Veterans рepsi CATERPILLAR BOEING GM Chevron Microsoft Ford Johnon-Johnon TARGET IEM. THE at&t COMCAST verizon HOME Pfizer OU POND J.B. HUNT USAA Source: Texas Wide Open for Business, bit.ly/veteranhiring Top 10 Jobs for Veterans Customer IT Specialist Service Operations Manager Sales Rep Finance Services Engineer $4 Professional Business Logistician Administrator Skilled Accountant Tradesman Source: GI Jobs, bit.ly/top20jobsveterans Brought to you by inQUEST A collective of thought leaders helping organizations harness diversity and create inclusive cultures that ignite innovation and drive results. inquestconsulting.com DEPOT