Your Next Mission®

In the final segment of our III Part Series “Teaching Moments with Dr. Paul Lawrence,” our discussion unpacks the education benefits offered to Veterans including the G.I. Bill. Dr. Lawrence provides insight into the legendary legislation that spans 79 years for the G.I. Bill and ways Veterans can pursue their education.

In Part II of our III Part series titled “Teaching Moments with Dr. Paul Lawrence,” the Former Under Secretary for Benefits at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs discusses “Financial Wellness”  with SMA Tilley. Dr. Lawrence, who possesses a Ph. D. in economics, provides unbelievable financial advice that will benefit our Veterans, Servicemembers and their Families.

Former Under Secretary for Benefits at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Dr. Paul R. Lawrence, joins SMA Tilley for this powerful III Part discussion about V.A. Benefits for Veterans, the disability claims process and more. Dr. Lawrence brings his experience and passion to share during this resource filled conversation.

In celebration of the U.S. Army’s 248th Birthday, the 40th Chief of Staff of the Army, GEN James C. McConville and the 16th Sergeant Major of the Army, SMA Michael A. Grinston, join the Your Next Mission® video podcast with host SMA Tilley to capture 248 years of creating #ArmyPossibilities since 1775!

In this episode, LTG Willard M. Burleson III and CSM Robert H. Cobb join SMA Tilley to discuss “Fight Tonight” and the Eighth Army’s enduring presence in Korea with their allied partners since 1944. In addition, they highlight why Korea is the Assignment of Choice for Servicemembers and their Families.

Remember the Fallen. Honor those who serve. Teach our children that freedom comes at a great cost. This is the profound and heartfelt message delivered by Wreaths Across America Executive Director, Karen Worcester, as she shares with SMA Tilley, the mission for this honorable organization and how they serve our Gold Star Families, Veterans, Servicemembers, and their Families. 

Sheri Goode and Terri Jones join SMA Tilley to share the heartfelt story of their children who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.  SMA Tilley listens as these Surviving Mothers provide insight into all the ways the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors, commonly known as TAPS, supports the loved ones of fallen Servicemembers across the country.

There is Veteran friendly, then there’s Veteran centered. In this episode, Lee Kirby, Chairman & Co-founder of Salute Mission Critical, joins SMA Tilley to discuss the mission of this amazing organization and how they use the military ecosystem of precision and attention to detail by hiring Veterans and Military Spouses to perform complex tasks in mission critical environments in the high qual...

We jump start our 4th Season of the Your Next Mission® video podcast with a brand refresh of the U.S. Army marketing campaign, “Be All You Can Be”. Today, Major Sheena L. Rubin and Major David K. Huffman from the Army Enterprise Marketing Office share exclusive insight with SMA Tilley on the research and strategy behind the new campaign. The team also discusses the new look and feel that’s instill...

In this exclusive episode, Dr. Ken Hartman, Founder and President Our Community Salutes joins SMA Tilley for an episode aimed at recognizing America’s youth enlisting in our Armed Forces. Dr. Hartman explains why the organization's mission is to raise awareness and increase support for these students and their families and to help them transition successfully from high school to military servi...

There are certain organizations that are synonymous with Veterans and the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) is one of those organizations. In Today’s Final Episode of Season #3, Ryan Gallucci, Director Veterans of Foreign Wars, Washington Office, sits down with SMA Tilley to talk all things Veterans. Ryan addresses the history and the mission of the VFW and how they advocate on behalf of Veterans acr...

On this Your Next Mission® video podcast episode, we have military spouse, nationally recognized comedian and winner of the “Seinfeld Challenge on the Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon”, Ashley Gutermuth. In this hilarious discussion with SMA Tilley, Ashley explains her experiences as comedian and military spouse while delivering punch line after punch line in this can’t miss episode. Ashley Gutermut...

In this heartfelt episode dedicated to the men and women who valiantly served in the Vietnam War, special guest Chief Petty Officer (R) and Vietnam Veteran Mark McGregor sits down with SMA Tilley for an episode inspired by the famed U.S. Navy Seawolves. As a member of one of the U.S. Navy’s most decorated units during Vietnam, Mark shares his experiences, discusses the mission of the Seawolves whi...

In this episode, Assistant Police Chief for the North Las Vegas Police Department, Michael Harris, joins SMA Tilley for a compelling conversation centered around law enforcement. Chief Harris also provides an overview of his personal transition for the military, community policing and some of the requirements for Veterans looking to pursue a career in law enforcement. The North Las Vegas Police De...

MG James P. Isenhower III & CSM Michael C. Williams, Command Team for “Old Ironsides” the 1st Armored Division at Fort Bliss, sit down with SMA Tilley for a look inside of America’s Tank Division. Their explosive conversation captures the history, capabilities, and the world renown firepower for one of the most recognizable divisions in the world. 1st Armored Division “Old Ironsides” 1st Armor...

On this episode of the Your Next Mission® video podcast, social media influencer and podcaster U.S. Army SFC Dee Hicks, widely known as #TPSGL, joins SMA Tilley for an unbelievable show. They talk about the history of his popular show, “NCOPD Live”, and engage on topics such as social media influence, the differences in our service branches and the challenges women in military face. About NCOPD Li...

With information overflow for Veterans, Servicemembers and their Families, we are blessed to have LTC (R) Joseph “JJ” Montanaro, Relationship Director, Military Advocacy Group at USAA join us for an enlightening episode about financial readiness.  JJ breaks down some key USAA initiatives and pillars that support the entire family and help prepare them for life after service. In 1922, when 25...

Michelle (aka “G-I”) Gardner-Ince, LinkedIn Top Voice, Thought Leader, Veteran and Women Veteran Business Champion, joins the Your Next Mission® video podcast for a powerful episode. She shares her story with SMA Tilley and how Veterans can explore the job market by way of entrepreneurship.  “Mrs. G-I” also explains ways to market yourself using sites such as LinkedIn and other networking pla...

MG Christopher C. LaNeve and CSM David R. Pitt, Command Team for the famed 82nd Airborne Division at Fort Bragg, sit down with SMA Tilley for an inside look into one of the U.S. Army’s most storied divisions. The conversation offers insight into the “All-American” division’s specialization of airborne operations and capability of deploying within 18 hours of notification in support of U.S. nationa...

In honor of Black History Month 2023, we are joined with special guests GEN (R) William “Kip” Ward and CSM (R) Tonya Oxendine to discuss this year’s theme, “Black Resistance,”. In this episode, this powerful discussion with SMA Tilley explores how African Americans have resisted historic and ongoing oppression, in all forms, especially racial terrorism, racial pogroms, and unequal rights, while st...

In this episode, Jeremy Locke, Veteran, Co-Founder and COO at Aerial Recovery joins SMA Tilley for an in-depth conversation centered around service and humanitarian support. Throughout this episode, Jeremey delivers a servant’s perspective on how Aerial Recovery and their team of highly qualified Veterans elevate and empower communities while providing humanitarian aid to sustain during a national...

LTG Xavier T. Brunson and CSM Shawn F. Carns, command team for U.S. Army’s I Corps, connects with SMA Tilley for a conversation that will inspire from start to finish. In this episode, the command team covers initiatives, their leadership philosophy, mission focus and an effort to make Joint Base Lewis-McChord an assignment of choice for Servicemembers and their Families. The energy, synergy and c...

Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army, Equity and Inclusion, Anselm Beach sits down with SMA Tilley to discuss and remember the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Anselm provides some amazing insight on Dr. King and how his influence helped the Army focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal rights.

Executive Director & Marine Corps Veteran, Chris Nowak of PGA H.O.P.E (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere), sits down with SMA Tilley to discuss their unique and amazing program that enhances the physical, mental, social, and emotional well-being of our Veterans. In this episode, Chris delivers an inspiring overview while sharing the story of how the game of golf and PGA H.O.P.E. has created a se...