{"id":20172,"date":"2025-10-22T12:47:51","date_gmt":"2025-10-22T16:47:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hiringourheroes.org\/?p=20172"},"modified":"2025-10-23T13:20:13","modified_gmt":"2025-10-23T17:20:13","slug":"2025-hiring-our-heroes-awards-finalists-announced","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hiringourheroes.org\/stories\/2025-hiring-our-heroes-awards-finalists-announced\/","title":{"rendered":"2025 Hiring Our Heroes Awards Finalists Announced"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hiring Our Heroes will soon welcome business leaders from across the country to the 15th Annual <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiringourheroes.org\/employers\/awards\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lee Anderson Awards Gala<\/a> in Washington, D.C. The event celebrates individuals and organizations that provide leadership and impact in supporting and strengthening of our nation\u2019s veteran and military community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;Each year, we are inspired by the remarkable organizations and individuals who go above and beyond to create lasting impact for our nation\u2019s veterans, service members, and military families,\u201d said Eric Eversole, president of Hiring Our Heroes. &#8220;The finalists for the 15th Annual Hiring Our Heroes Awards exemplify innovation, leadership, and a deep commitment to those who have served. Their achievements are a powerful reminder of what\u2019s possible when mission-driven people and companies lead with purpose.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This year, Hiring Our Heroes is proud to honor Wayne Peacock with the President\u2019s Award for Lifetime Achievement. Throughout his distinguished 36-year career at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.usaa.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">USAA<\/a>, Peacock has been a steadfast advocate for military families. Before <a href=\"https:\/\/newsroom.usaa360.com\/news\/usaas-president-and-ceo-wayne-peacock-announces-plans-to-retire-in-2025-led-the-companys-growth-with-industry-leading-service-support-for-military-families\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">his retirement from USAA in 2025<\/a>, he rose through the ranks, ultimately serving as president and CEO during his final five years with the organization.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"725\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hiringourheroes.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/6975929-1024x725.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-20175\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hiringourheroes.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/6975929-1024x725.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.hiringourheroes.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/6975929-300x213.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.hiringourheroes.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/6975929-768x544.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.hiringourheroes.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/6975929-1536x1088.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.hiringourheroes.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/6975929-2048x1451.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><sup>Wayne Peacock (left) observes the coin toss during the Army-Navy football game in East Rutherford, N.J. |  Photo Credit: U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Anna E. Van Nuys. <em>The appearance of U.S. Department of Defense (DoW) visual information does not imply or constitute DoW endorsement.<\/em><\/sup><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As the first non-veteran CEO in USAA history, Peacock embraced the organization\u2019s mission with humility and purpose, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to its members. His leadership was defined by empathy, inclusion, and a deep understanding of the military community. Under his guidance, USAA championed veteran and military spouse employment and spearheaded legislative efforts to improve professional license portability for military spouses. In addition, USAA\u2019s philanthropic giving reached $50 million annually to support the wellbeing, economic mobility, and basic needs of military families.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2025-hiring-our-heroes-awards-finalists\">2025 Hiring Our Heroes Awards Finalists<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The Lee Anderson Veteran and Military Spouse Employment Award<\/strong> is presented for excellence in hiring and retaining veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses. This year\u2019s finalists include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>GE Aerospace&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>JPMorganChase&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Werner Enterprises&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The Colonel Michael Endres Leadership Award<\/strong> <strong>for Individual Excellence in Veteran and Military Spouse Employment<\/strong> recognizes individuals who have made a significant impact on employment opportunities for veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses. The 2025 finalists are:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Tiffany Daugherty, Johnson &amp; Johnson&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gen Harrison-Doss, Visa&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rob Schroder, SteerBridge&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The Steve Robinson Post-9\/11 Veteran Employment Award<\/strong> recognizes an organization that has made sustained efforts to enhance employment opportunities for post-9\/11 veterans and transitioning service members. The 2025 finalists are:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>CSX&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>UnitedHealth Group&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Zermount&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The Military Spouse Employment and Mentoring Award<\/strong> finalists are organizations that have shown leadership and dedication to hiring and empowering military spouses. For this year, the finalists are:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Booz Allen Hamilton<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>UnitedHealth Group&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wells Fargo&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The three finalists for the<strong> Military Community Nonprofit Leadership Award<\/strong> are nonprofit organizations that have demonstrated a strong commitment to supporting veteran and military spouse employment and economic opportunity. These finalists are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>INvets&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lowe\u2019s Foundation&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>NextOp&nbsp;Veterans<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The<strong> Fellows Program Alumni Excellence Award <\/strong>honors an individual who has gone above and beyond to support the military community after graduating from the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiringourheroes.org\/career-services\/fellowships\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hiring Our Heroes Fellows Program<\/a>. Whether through their professional career or volunteer efforts, these individuals have demonstrated outstanding achievement in their profession, made significant contributions to the military community, and\/or exhibited a commitment to Hiring Our Heroes\u2019 values of service, leadership, and excellence. The 2025 award nominee is <strong>Mark McKiernan, <\/strong>First Command Financial Services.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This year\u2019s <strong>Capital One Small Business Award<\/strong> honoree is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.americanvetsgroup.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">American Veterans Group<\/a> (AVG), a veteran-owned securities brokerage firm. As Wall Street\u2019s first and only Public Benefit Corporation, AVG supports veteran-focused nonprofits and connects clients with military-connected talent through their innovative AVG Veteran Jobs Network. AVG\u2019s longstanding partnership with military-focused organizations has directly funded employment and learning opportunities for active-duty service members and military spouses.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Congratulations to all the 2025 award finalists. Winners will be announced during the 15th Annual Lee Anderson Hiring Our Heroes Awards Gala, presented by Deloitte, on November 5 in Washington, D.C.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hiringourheroes.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/HOHAwardsDinner2024.0078.DB100544.20241113-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-20179\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hiringourheroes.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/HOHAwardsDinner2024.0078.DB100544.20241113-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.hiringourheroes.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/HOHAwardsDinner2024.0078.DB100544.20241113-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.hiringourheroes.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/HOHAwardsDinner2024.0078.DB100544.20241113-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.hiringourheroes.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/HOHAwardsDinner2024.0078.DB100544.20241113-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.hiringourheroes.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/HOHAwardsDinner2024.0078.DB100544.20241113-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><sup>The 14th Annual Lee Anderson Awards Gala in Washington, D.C.<\/sup><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-each-year-hiring-our-heroes-celebrates-the-remarkable-contributions-of-those-who-go-above-and-beyond-to-support-our-nation-s-heroes-to-learn-more-about-past-award-recipients-visit-hiringourheroes-org-employers-awards\">Each year, Hiring Our Heroes celebrates the remarkable contributions of those who go above and beyond to support our nation\u2019s heroes. To learn more about past award recipients, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiringourheroes.org\/employers\/awards\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">HiringOurHeroes.org\/Employers\/Awards<\/a>.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Meet the honorees and finalists for the 2025 Hiring Our Heroes awards, recognizing those who go above and beyond to support and strengthen our nation\u2019s military community. 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