Aug

Five Years. One Candle. Back to Work.

Five Years. One Candle. Back to Work. By Rob Arndt, Founder & CEO of BufferSprings August 14, 2026 BufferSprings turned five years old today. My wife put a candle in an ice cream sandwich, and we took this picture in our kitchen. Three of our four sons were there. Our oldest wasn’t. He’s a Marine…

Mar

VEVRAA Compliance in 2026: What Federal Contractors Miss About Veteran Hiring

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VEVRAA Compliance in 2026: What Federal Contractors Miss About Veteran Hiring By Rob Arndt, CEO & Founder of BufferSprings This year, we have talked to HR and Talent Acquisition leaders at federal contractors who had no idea their organization was covered under VEVRAA. Not because they were careless. Because nobody ever clearly connected the dots….

Aug

BufferSprings 4th Anniversary: Changing Veteran Hiring for Good

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Four Years In: Built for the Struggle, Wired to Win By Rob Arndt, CEO & Founder of BufferSprings August 14, 2025 Four years ago, I pushed everything I had into the middle of the table. My savings. My reputation. My family’s stability. All on one belief. Veterans deserve better than the broken system they are stuck…

May

Military Appreciation in the Workplace: 10 Real Ways to Support Veterans

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Military Appreciation That Actually Means Something: 10 Real Ways to Support Veterans, Spouses, and Guard Talent at Work By Rob Arndt, Founder & CEO, BufferSprings Published: May 15, 2025 A thank-you post is not a strategy. Military Appreciation Month should be more than a gesture. It should be the moment your company starts thinking differently…

Feb

Veterans Rebuilding America: Benesch’s Military Careers

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Veterans Rebuilding America: Benesch’s Military Careers At BufferSprings, we don’t do lip service. We partner with companies that actually understand the value of military talent and are ready to put veterans to work in careers that matter. Benesch is one of those companies. They’re not just laying down roads and bridges. They’re rebuilding the backbone…

Feb

Leveraging SkillBridge to Fill Critical Leadership and Technical Roles in Your Company

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The hiring landscape is changing, and companies need stronger strategies to keep up. SkillBridge is a powerful yet underutilized program that connects businesses with battle-tested military talent at zero cost. Whether you need proven leaders, logistics e

Dec

Veteran Contributions to America: Bridging the Military-Civilian Divide

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Veteran Contributions to America: Bridging the Military-Civilian Divide In the 1950s, the military wasn’t just part of American life, it was its backbone. Nearly 10% of Americans served in uniform. Communities revolved around military bases, veterans were pillars of industry, and families carried the weight of service together. Everyone knew someone who served. Today? Less…

Sep

Veteran Career Stories at PepsiCo: Behind the Scenes with “My Service, My Career”

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Veteran career stories at PepsiCo are more than just corporate fluff… they’re a deep dive into how vets and milspouses are leading at every level, from operations to executive roles. This past week was one of those career-defining moments that just hit differently. I got the chance to be both behind the scenes and on…

Aug

BufferSprings 3rd Anniversary: A Raw Reflection on What We’ve Built

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BufferSprings 3rd Anniversary: A Raw Reflection on What We’ve Built Today, August 14th, 2024, marks 1,096 days since BufferSprings became a reality—1,096 days of relentless effort, focused action, and more than a few sleepless nights. Three years ago, I didn’t have much—just a vision, a gut feeling, and an obsession to make a real difference…

Aug

Igniting Veteran & Military Spouse Self-Identification: Strategies for Engagement

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Igniting Veteran & Military Spouse Self-Identification Self-identification is a critical step for veterans and military spouses transitioning to civilian careers. It’s also essential for employers aiming to build diverse and inclusive workplaces. Here’s why veteran and spouse self-ID matters and how to foster a culture of authenticity and inclusion in your workplace. Understanding Self-Identification Self-identification…