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Maine’s Hire-A-Vet Campaign

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Maine’s Hire-A-Vet Campaign

 

Leo Deon &, Mark Cafiso Campaign Co-Coordinators with Maine Hire-A-Vet Campaign speak to Matt about this year’s Maine’s Hire-A-Vet Campaign. The Maine Hire-A-Vet Campaign provides support for employers to expand the hiring of veterans through a network of state and federal agencies, resources and nonprofits, education on military language and culture, recruiting and hiring assistance, and recognition for the hiring and advancement of veterans and military family members.  Employers can join the 2020 Maine Hire-A-Vet Campaign and job seekers can get more information and register for the kick-off event by visiting: https://www.mainecareercenter.com/mhav 

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