Duty, Honor, Education

Duty, Honor, Education: The Strategic Case for Hiring Veterans in Independent Schools

Presentation by: Larry Pittman, CFO/COO Carrollwood Days School & Owner/Consultant, Boardrooms and Backroads

Summary:
This presentation, "Duty, Honor, Education," provides a data-driven and strategic case for why independent schools should actively recruit and integrate military veterans into their staff and leadership teams.

Veterans represent an often-untapped talent pool with mission-aligned values and exceptional skills directly transferable to the educational environment. We explore how bridging military excellence with the school's mission creates institutional stability, enhanced operational efficiency, and a richer community culture.

Key Takeaways:

Transferable Skills: Learn how proven veteran leadership in crisis management, logistics, team-building, and high-pressure decision-making translates into high-value roles across administration, operations, and student life.

Dispelling Myths: A candid look at common misconceptions about veteran hiring and a reality check on their adaptability and instructional experience.

Strategic Recruitment: Discover actionable frameworks, including leveraging programs like DoD SkillBridge and Hiring Our Heroes, to build sustainable recruitment pipelines.

Measurable ROI: Understand the long-term return on investment (ROI) through data points showing higher retention rates and enhanced efficiency from veteran employees.

Cultural Impact: Explore how veterans strengthen diversity, foster purpose-driven leadership, and serve as powerful, ethical role models for students.

Join us to learn how to create strategic pathways that transform both your institution and the careers of America's service members.