This interactive breakout session will introduce attendees to the NRC Veterans Committee and its mission to support member companies through veteran-focused workforce development initiatives. Moderated by industry leaders and featuring insights from hiring managers, the session will explore how the committee serves the NRC membership, outline clear steps to establishing and leveraging apprenticeships to hire veterans, highlight recent milestones, and preview what’s ahead. Attendees will gain practical takeaways on recruiting, training, and supporting veteran talent, with opportunities for discussion and direct engagement with committee members.
Date: June 24, 2026, 1 pm EDT
Moderator: Michele Malski, Founder and President, SPRING LLC (Succession Planning for Railroads Investing in the Next Generation)
Registration: Free for employees of active NRC companies. Click here to register.

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