Your Next Mission®

In this episode of the Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley welcomes LTG Jonathan M. Stubbs, Director of the Army National Guard, and CSM James Brian Kendrick, Senior Enlisted Advisor of the Army National Guard. Together, they delve `into the Army National Guard's vital role in protecting America's freedoms and ideals, as well as the uncommon calling to serve in the Army National G...

In this episode of the Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley sits down with CSM (R) Robert Cobb , Army Relationship Director, Military Affairs, USAA . They dive into USAA’s mission to hire Veterans and their Spouses ,and CSM Cobb opens up about his own transition from military to civilian life, offering a powerful glimpse into what it takes to build a future after service.

In this touching and inspiring episode of the Your NextMission® video podcast, SMA Tilley talks with CSM Steve Devot and his wife Courtney, parents of Kobe Devot. On October 26, 2024, Kobe was seriously injuredin an automobile accident. They discuss the day of the incident and how the power of prayer, resilience, faith, and love played a major role in Kobe’s recovery.

Kicking off Season #6 of Your Next Mission® video podcast,SMA Tilley welcomes the 3rd Infantry Division Command Team, MG Christopher R. Norrie, Commanding General, and CSM Jonathan Reffeor, Division Command SergeantMajor. Together, they celebrate the Army’s 250th Birthday, reflecting on the significance of this milestone, the esteemed history of the 3rd Infantry Division, and the pride of being a...

In the latest episode of the Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley speaks with Sherman Neal II, Deputy Campaign Director of Sierra Club Military Outdoors Program. They discussed the history of the Sierra Club and itsmilitary outdoor program, as well as the benefits of exploring the outdoors.

In commemoration of Memorial Day and its spirit ofremembrance and reflection, this special episode of Your Next Mission® video podcast brings SMA Tilley together with Dr. Allison Finkelstein, Senior Historian, and SGM Myong Hall, Senior Enlisted Advisor to the ExecutiveDirector, at Arlington National Cemetery. They delve into the history of Arlington and its establishment as the pre-eminent nation...

In the latest episode of the Your NextMission® video podcast, SMA Tilley sits down with LtCol (R) Dan Kaepernik, Chief Executive Officer of The Headstrong Project and a U.S. Marine Corps Veteran. Together, they explore The Headstrong Project's mission of providingconfidential, obstacle and stigma free, trauma-focused mental health care for Veterans, Servicemembers and their affected Families.

In the latest episode of the Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley is joined by Katie Fallon, Executive Director of Bridle Paths. They discuss howequine assisted therapy can establish a strong foundation for healing and growth for those suffering from physical, psychological, and emotional trauma, and how the connection between horses and humans is making a difference in the lives of our Ve...

In recognition of National Small Business Week and National Small Business Month, we highlight Navy Federal Credit Union for its dedication to assisting Veterans in starting their own small businesses.   In the latest episode of the Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley sits down with Will Scott, Vice President of Business Solutions at Navy Federal Credit Union, along with business entrepre...

In this episode of the Your Next Mission® videopodcast, SMA Tilley sits down with Besa Pinchotti, Chief Executive Officer of the National Military Family Association (NMFA). They discuss various challenges that Military Families encounter and outline the initiatives NMFA isundertaking to support these families.

In this episode of the Your Next Mission® videopodcast, SMA Tilley interviews CMSgt Karmann- Monique Pogue, Command Senior Enlisted Leader of Space Training and Readiness Command (STARCOM), U.S. SpaceForce. They discuss the establishment of U.S. Space Force and STARCOM's mission to train Guardians for operations in the space domain.  

In this episode of the Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley interviews Chad Bruckner, a police officer, author, motivational speaker, host of the Motivate Change Podcast, and U.S. Army Veteran. They discuss how military service has significantly impacted Chad's life, shaping his personal endeavors and post-military career.

In this episode of the Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley welcomes the 1st Infantry Division Command Team, MG Monté L. Rone, Commanding General and DCSM Derek Noyes, Division Command Sergeant Major. Together, they explore the rich history of the U.S. Army's oldest division, famously known as the Big Red One, and delve into the significance of designating 2025 as The Year of the Warrior....

In this episode of the Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley is joined by BG(R) Mike Eastman, Executive Director of Onward Ops, and Col (R) Howie Cohen,Principal of Cohen & Associates and Board Member of Onward Ops. Together, they share how Onward Ops is transforming the lives of Servicemembers by helpingthem uncover their Identity, Purpose and Community as they transition from military...

In this episode of the Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley hosts Austin Carrigg, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Exceptional Families of the Military (EFM), alongside her husband, SGM Joshua Carrigg, Operations Sergeant Major for USAMDW/JTF-NCR and theirdaughter, Melanie. The discussion focuses on how EFM aids military families with special needs children and educates them on what...

In this episode of the Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley sits down with Mike Erwin, the Founder and Executive Director of Team Red White & Blue (RWB) and a US Army Veteran. They discuss the role of physical activity as a key to a healthy, productive, post-military life and how Team RWB provides fitness, health & wellness and community for Servicemembers, Veterans, and th...

In this episode of the Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley engages in a discussion with Phyllis Wilson, President of the Military Women’s Memorial and Chief Warrant Officer 5, U.S. Army, Retired. They delve into the history of theMilitary Women’s Memorial and highlight several significant contributions made by women in the defense of our nation

In this episode of the Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley engages in a discussion with Tim Jensen, Chief Brand Officer of Grunt Style and President of the Grunt Style Foundation, as well as a U.S. Marine Corps Veteran. They havean insightful conversation about Grunt Style, the largest patriotic lifestyle apparel company in the country, Tim’s transition from military service, and the miss...

In this episode of the Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley talks with the Honorable Tanya Bradsher, former Deputy Secretary of the U.S Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and retired Lieutenant Colonel from the U.S. Army. Theydelve into the relentless work of the VA to provide Veterans with the benefits they deserve and how the VA is meeting Veterans and their Families where they are.

In this episode of the Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley interviews COL (R) Larry Perino, Assistant Vice President of Commercial and Small Business at Navy Federal Credit Union. Together, they explore the nuances of Veteran-owned businesses and provide key insights for Veterans embarking on their entrepreneurial journey.

In this episode of the Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley engages in a conversation with Dr. Blas Villalobos,CEO of Centerstone’s Military Services —a non-profit health system focused on mental health and substance use disorder treatment for Veterans, Active Duty Servicemembers and Military Families. They discuss the range of servicesoffered by Centerstone, the eligibility criteria, and...

In this special episode of the Your Next Mission® video podcast celebrating Black History Month, SMA Tilley sits down with CSM (R) Tonya Oxendine and COL (R) Dave Leach, Vice President, Leader Development Consultant at Bank of America Merrill Lynch. They discuss the significance of honoring African American heritage and the profound impact it has on our collective understanding and appreciation of...

In the most recent episode of the Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley engages in a discussion with Chris Spencer, Consulting Practice Director-NetSuite® and Veteran Advocate for Oracle. They examine the process of transitioning from military service and how he assists his company in identifying Servicemembers who are suitable candidates for the organization upon their departure from the m...

In this special episode of Your Next Mission video podcast. SMA Tilley sits down with Colonel Clydea M. Prichard-Brown Chief of Staff, 1st Theater Sustainment Command and her twin sister Colonel Clydellia S. Prichard-Allen, Human Resources Manager, National Capital Region/Military District of Washington. In celebration of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. National Holiday, they reflect on how his leg...

In this episode of Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley sits down with Lieutenant Colonel Andrew (Andy) Andersen, Chief of Brand and Product Strategy, and Command Sergeant Major Faith Alexander, Senior Enlisted Advisor, for the Army Enterprise Marketing Office (AEMO). They discuss what AEMO is doing to keep the Army in the minds of the American people and their strategies to identify and r...