Episode 135 : Veteran Career Readiness with Mike Abrams, Founder of FourBlock

From the Battlefield to the Boardroom

Orion has recently partnered with FourBlock, a nation-wide community of veterans and employers dedicated to transforming the veteran transition process. The organization was founded by Mike Abrams, a Marine Corps veteran, who was inspired to support transitioning veterans find their purpose and have a positive impact in their communities. FourBlock has helped more than 2,500 veterans find meaningful careers with more than 500 sought after companies across the United States. Many of FourBlock’s successful alumni continue to “pay it forward” and come back to teach, mentor, and hire veterans in transition. In today’s podcast Mike discusses his motivation to founding FourBlock, the Career Readiness Program, and his advice for transitioning service members. Additional topics include: • Mike’s career prior to FourBlock • An in-depth look at the Career Readiness Program • Alumni success Visit FourBlock online at fourblock.org to learn more.