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Wednesday, June 13, 2007

Isakson Praises Kennesaw Company for Matching Military Job Seekers with Civilian Jobs

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Johnny Isakson (R-Ga.) today praised Bradley-Morris, Inc., which is headquartered in Kennesaw, Ga., during a hearing of the Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs for its commitment in matching those who are leaving the military with companies seeking their expertise . Isakson is a member of the Veterans’ Affairs Committee.

“It is absolutely critical that the treatment and services we give our soldiers when they leave the military are equal to the sacrifices they have made for our country” Isakson said. “Bradley-Morris, Inc. is a fantastic company that provides a vital service to transitioning members of the military by placing these highly qualified and motivated individuals into jobs in corporate America.”

Shaun Bradley and Sandra Morris, co-Chief Executive Officers of Bradley-Morris, Inc., testified at the oversight hearing on the transition process for service members as they move from the military to civilian employment. Since 1991, Bradley-Morris, which is the largest military job placement firm in the U.S., has placed more than 15,000 veterans into jobs in corporate America. Its services are free for military individuals seeking civilian employment.

During their testimony, Bradley and Morris also stated their support for S.1272, which would create a reintegration program for National Guard personnel returning from combat.  This program would ensure that servicemembers and their families receive the training and assistance they need in order to successfully transition from the battlefield back to civilian life.  The legislation is modeled after the Minnesota National Guard’s “Beyond the Yellow Ribbon” program. Isakson is a co-sponsor of the legislation.

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