In the bustling world of logistics, Troops2Logistics stands as a beacon of opportunity and guidance for those transitioning from military life to civilian careers. Founded by Scot Snyder, a passionate advocate for the military community and co-founder of the nonprofit, Troops2Logistics is driven by a mission to bridge the gap between military service and logistics careers. Scot, serving as the President, brings a vibrant vision to the organization, primarily serving veterans, military spouses, transitioning military personnel, and adult military dependents.
Scot’s journey into founding Troops2Logistics stemmed from his profound passion for the military community combined with his deep-seated love for the logistics sector. His ambition for the organization is clear: to mentor candidates, helping them understand how their military experience and education can seamlessly translate into the civilian logistics arena. The organization not only mentors but also assists in developing candidates’ personal brands through effective use of social media and networking, ultimately referring them to openings with partner employers.
The nonprofit’s operations are built around a strong community of servant leaders from both military and civilian logistics backgrounds. These leaders include experts in transportation operations, purchasing, sales, entrepreneurship, trucking, rail, freight forwarding, trade, third-party logistics, and human resources. This diverse expertise ensures that every candidate receives comprehensive guidance and support tailored to their individual career aspirations.
Troops2Logistics proudly upholds its mission to provide mentorship, personal branding, education, and job-sourcing services tailored specifically to veterans, national guardsmen, reservists, and military spouses aiming for a career in logistics.
Looking ahead to 2024, the organization has set ambitious goals, including hosting monthly virtual events and participating in significant industry conferences such as the National Defense Transportation Association and Logistics and Transportation Association of North America annual conferences. Additionally, Troops2Logistics is developing and sponsoring Department of Labor (DOL) pre-apprenticeships in transportation management and operations, reinforcing its commitment to education and career readiness.
The organization’s philosophy resonates through the words of John C. Maxwell: “People do not care how much you know until they know how much you care.” This sentiment is deeply embedded in their operations and approach towards the military and veteran community. As a DOL VETS Employment Navigator approved partner, Troops2Logistics is dedicated to ensuring that a significant portion of every dollar donated, specifically 96%, goes directly towards advancing their mission.
Troops2Logistics continues to forge paths and open doors for military families into the logistics sector, proving that the transition to civilian life can be filled with promising career opportunities and unwavering support from those who truly care about their future.
