Bring the Value of Veterans & Military Spouses to Your Workforce!
Connecting Employers with Top Tier Veteran and Military Spouse Talent
At Forward March Inc., our Talent Services are built with a clear mission: to connect America’s employers with the very best our military community has to offer. We proudly deliver top-tier veteran and military spouse talent from all branches and components of the U.S. Armed Forces — Active Duty, Reserve, National Guard, and transitioning service members — as well as military spouses who bring unmatched adaptability, loyalty, and resilience to today’s workforce.
We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all. That’s why we build customized talent pipelines tailored to the specific needs of each industry and employer partner. Whether you're hiring for leadership, technical, skilled trades, logistics, healthcare, cybersecurity, or beyond — FMI helps you reach qualified candidates who are ready to make an immediate impact.
In doing so, we also fulfill a larger mission: helping Veterans and military spouses find meaningful careers where they can thrive.
“For me, it is a way we serve and give back — and a continuation and expansion of the service we provided with the Army PaYS Program.”
— Paul Volpe, Founder, Forward March Inc.
Whether you're starting your military hiring journey or looking to scale an existing program, FMI stands ready to help you find, connect with, and hire military talent that will strengthen your organization from day one.
Did you know that today's transitioning military men and women are of the highest caliber in US history with regards to training, leadership, and knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA's) and Forward March Inc has been helping organizations Attract, Hire and Retain Veterans for their employment needs for over 25 years.
Our President Paul Volpe has over 10 years of active-duty military recruiting experience to include being the Army Recruiting Command's program expert for the Army PaYS (Partnership for Youth Success) program. He has been the architect for military hiring programs for companies like Accenture, Harley-Davidson and Union Pacific Railroad and many more large and small employers.
With that proven experience FMI will provide employers the best and brightest military talent while incorporating our one of a kind training, marketing and messaging services to ensure meeting and exceeding our partners expectations.
Our Military Talent Pipeline services address all phases of the candidate process from sourcing, recruiting, screening candidates through on-boarding, integration, and retention. Every program is customizable and scale-able to our client's needs and budget.
We will leverage our one-of-a-kind military transition network of connections and find the military and veteran candidates to meet your hiring needs.
Syracuse University Institute for Veterans and Military Families recently published “The Business Case for Hiring a Veteran – Beyond the Clichés” which provides great insight into the benefits that employers enjoy when they hire military talent. Benefits such as training and transferable skills, technical training, comfort in discontinuous environments, trust, resiliency, team building skills, commitment, cross cultural experience, and experience with diverse work-settings are just a few of the thing's veterans bring to an employer today.
Today's Veterans transition out of service with a wealth of experience, skills, and leadership so partner with FMI and let us help you connect with America's Best talent.
FMI - Building your Military Talent Pipeline - The right Veteran talent, with the right skill-set, at the right time at a lower cost per hire.
Why Employers Choose FMI.
Proven Success. Powerful Network. Mission-Driven Results.
For over 25 years, Forward March Inc. has delivered the right military talent, at the right time, for the right job. Our all-veteran and military spouse team has the experience, connections, and proven systems to make your military hiring goals a reality — saving you time, money, and resources.
We already have extensive, established relationships with military transition sites, units, and programs nationwide. This means we can quickly connect your organization with qualified veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses who have the skills, leadership, and work ethic your team needs.
When you hire through FMI, you get more than just candidates — you get a full-service partner who can address your hiring needs from sourcing and screening to onboarding and retention.
Our 3-Tier Approach to Military Hiring Success
1. Military Marketing Campaign
We design targeted campaigns to position your organization as an employer of choice for military talent.
- Tailored military messaging that speaks directly to veterans & spouses
- Custom flyers and branded marketing materials
- Veteran spotlight features to humanize your brand
- Social media campaigns across all major platforms
- Local, regional, and nationwide job postings
- One virtual and one in-person recruiting event per quarter
- Targeted installation showcase career events
- Customized employer landing page on FMI Careers website
2. Unit Liaison Program
We build your presence directly inside the military community — at the source.
- Develop relationships with active, reserve, and National Guard units
- Engage through on-base events, job fairs, and site visits
- Participate in Yellow Ribbon, Family Day, and Family Readiness events
- Connect with ROTC programs and Student Veterans Associations
3. Military Partnership Program
We help you gain recognition and access through official partnerships and programs.
- U.S. Army PaYS Program
- U.S. Army Reserve Private Public Partnership
- ESGR – Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve
- MSEP – Military Spouse Employment Partnership
- SkillBridge and other DOD-approved pipelines
- Organize ceremonial signing events to showcase partnerships
- Assist with ESGR Employer Award applications to highlight your commitment
Talent Pipeline Services
We manage the flow of qualified candidates, so your hiring process is smooth and efficient.
- Customized candidate screening
- Resume updates and credential verification
- Quarterly nationwide recruiting events (virtual & in-person)
Return on Investment (ROI)
Utilizing FMI’s Military Talent Services can:
- Reduce time-to-hire by up to 30%
- Improve retention rates by up to 25% in the first year
- Generate substantial cost savings in recruitment & training
- Enhance workforce stability and productivity
- Unlock Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) benefits for hiring veterans
Beyond Hiring – Building a Veteran Culture
FMI doesn’t just help you recruit — we help you keep and grow your veteran workforce.
We provide training and tools to develop a strong internal veteran culture, resulting in:
- Greater productivity and professionalism
- Higher employee morale
- Stronger employee referrals and retention
We can also train your HR and recruiting teams using our comprehensive Military Talent Hiring Guide, ensuring your organization is equipped to attract, hire, and retain military talent for years to come.
Proudly Leading by Example
We hold ourselves to the same standards we recommend to our partners. Forward March Inc. is a proud ESGR partner with a Statement of Support in Texas, demonstrating our ongoing commitment to the military community.
Bottom line:
Partnering with FMI means gaining a mission-driven ally with unmatched expertise, a proven track record, and the relationships needed to deliver real results in military talent acquisition.
SERVICES & TRAINING
Built by Veterans. Designed for Results. Delivered with Purpose.
At Forward March Inc., we bring decades of experience helping organizations across the country attract, hire, and retain top-tier military talent — including transitioning service members, veterans, military spouses, and family members. Our veteran- and military spouse-led team builds fully customized strategies that align with your hiring goals and workforce needs.
We specialize in real-world, results-driven solutions that connect employers with talent from all military branches and components, backed by training and support every step of the way.
Our Core Services Include:
- Military Talent Pipeline Development
Customized pipelines delivering qualified veteran and military spouse candidates aligned to your industry and open positions.
- Veteran, Spouse & Family Employment Transition Support
Outreach and engagement strategies that help employers support the military community through SkillBridge, Career Skills Programs, Guard & Reserve partnerships, and more.
- Custom-Designed Military Hiring Strategies & Campaigns
Employer-branded veteran hiring campaigns, social outreach, job description alignment, and transition recruiting events tailored to your workforce needs.
- Internal & External Military Talent Management Consulting
Support for building or expanding military hiring programs, ERGs, onboarding processes, and career development paths for veteran employees.
- HR Team Training: Attract, Hire & Retain Military Talent
Instructor-led and self-paced training solutions for recruiters, HR teams, and hiring managers, including our flagship
Mission Ready – Recruiter Training & Certification program.
- Customized Military Hiring Guide for HR Teams
Fully branded tools, checklists, and training guides tailored to your company to ensure consistency and effectiveness in hiring efforts.
Flexible Pricing Models to Fit Your Needs
We offer three military hiring service models designed to give you the support and flexibility you need — whether you’re just starting your military hiring journey or scaling an enterprise-wide program.
1. Subscription Talent Services
Our most comprehensive monthly solution for consistent pipeline support and brand exposure.
Includes:
- Customized military marketing and job promotion campaign
- Nationwide job postings & targeted social media outreach
- Level 1 candidate screening
- One live recruiting event per month
- One Virtual VetNet hiring event per month
- Qualified candidate resumes delivered monthly
- Monthly performance and pipeline reporting
- Minimum 3-month engagement required
- No replacement guarantee
2. Flat Fee Per Hire
Ideal for employers seeking full-cycle support and high-quality veteran hires with added assurance.
Includes:
- Pre-screened, position-specific veteran candidates
- Compensation due only upon hire
- Flat fee based on role type and candidate’s first-year salary
- 90-Day Replacement Guarantee
3. Flat Rate Per Hire
Simple, budget-friendly pricing for high-quality hires — perfect for volume hiring or specific job fills.
Includes:
- Fully screened veteran and/or military spouse candidates
- One-time rate based on role and salary band
- 90-Day Replacement Guarantee
At Forward March Inc., we don’t just deliver candidates — we build long-term partnerships that support your success, enhance your workforce, and demonstrate your commitment to those who served.
📩 Contact us today to discuss which service model is right for you or to schedule a strategy session with our team
Partner Testimonials
"To get one candidate from each one of the events into the academy is a big deal around here. On top of that, we had about 48 other applicants start their process with us based off using Forward March as their references. That's huge for us, for our size department. That's big. Because that's competing with references coming from our own deputies."
Deputy Maltby - Bernalillo County Sherriff Department
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