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Happy Presidents Day! Today we honor the leaders who have shaped our nation and their enduring legacies.*Graphic by the Defense Health Agency
Embedded in community colleges and headquartered at Fayetteville Technical Community College, the NCMBC's mission is crystal clear: leverage military and federal business opportunities to boost North Carolina's economy, create jobs, and enhance our quality of life.Their primary goal is to increase federal revenues for businesses right here in North Carolina. With the Department of Defense making a whopping $79.7 billion annual impact, it's the second-largest sector in our state's economy.Learn more at NCMBC.us.
Did you know that North Carolina transitions around 20,000 "career-ready" veterans into the workforce every year? These individuals bring a wealth of education, training, and experience, along with security clearances.Our military veterans are an invaluable part of our North Carolina workforce, offering personal and professional attributes that make them stand out. "Honor Veterans by Hiring Veterans" is more than just a slogan; it's a recognition of the remarkable qualities that veterans bring to the table.Learn more at OurNCMilitary.com.*Photo by Tony Wooten
Practicing military physicians relocating to North Carolina will now be able to receive relocation licenses. A new state law is bringing positive changes in 2024, making it easier for them to serve and help our community. Learn more about the Health & Human Services Workforce Act and its impact on military healthcare providers
On February 3, 1943, the Army transport Dorchester was hit by an enemy torpedo in the North Atlantic, carrying 902 people. Coast Guard cutters Comanche and Escanaba saved 230 lives. Four brave Army chaplains - Lt. George L. Fox, Lt. Alexander D. Goode, Lt. John P. Washington, and Lt. Clark V. Poling - comforted, aided, and gave away their life jackets to others as the ship sank. Their selfless act of heroism earned them a special posthumous Medal for Heroism in 1961, equivalent to the Medal of Honor.
With the fourth largest active-duty military population and a healthy defense sector, North Carolina attracts top talent from across the nation.Learn more at OurNCMilitary.com.
North Carolina's state government and three companies headquartered in the state were included in Forbes' 2023 list of America's Best Employers for Veterans. Duke Energy and the State of North Carolina fell in the top 50 employers, ranking as #7 and #46 respectively. Bank of America ranked at #61 and Atrium Health ranked at #107.Congratulations to these organizations for their role in helping make North Carolina the most military and veteran-friendly state!
During the 2023 North Carolina Defense Summit, a variety of best practices were shared. One key example of North Carolina becoming the most military and veteran-friendly state is the adaptability and responsiveness of colleges and universities in their course offerings. Fayetteville State University presented its newly added and upcoming degree programs that were developed to continue providing military and civilian career pathways.Learn more at OurNCMilitary.com.*Photo by Tony Wooten
According to the Military Economic Impact on North Carolina, the state has the ninth-largest veteran population in the nation. There were 678,000 military veterans located in North Carolina as of October 2022. Learn more about the military in North Carolina at OurNCMilitary.com.
In November, Fort Liberty welcomed over 900 local high school students from North Carolina for a Meet Your Army Day event, organized by the XVIII Airborne Corps and the U.S. Army Recruiting North Carolina (Raleigh) Battalion. The event aimed to introduce students to various Army career opportunities and provided students the opportunity to engage with military dog handlers, have hands-on experiences with weapons and vehicles, and more.