In this series from G.I. Jobs, we interview veterans from all walks of life and share their stories and tips for successfully transitioning from the military to civilian life.
At Notre Dame, Marine Corps Veteran Finn O’Brien is proving that leadership and service don’t stop when the uniform comes off. From serving as a scout sniper and team leader to helping build the Student Veterans of America chapter on campus, Finn’s story embodies what “Success After Service” truly means.
In this exclusive interview with G.I. Jobs Magazine, Finn shares how his time in the Marine Corps shaped his approach to leadership, education and community. Now a philosophy and theology major at Notre Dame, he’s continuing to serve by mentoring other veterans, teaching NROTC midshipmen and even coordinating flyovers for Fighting Irish football games.
“I just hope to be a good dude. The military is awesome because it's filled with good dudes—and being a good dude is the best thing anyone can do for their community.”
Watch as Finn talks about:
• His transition from Marine Corps to college life
• Leading and mentoring other student veterans
• Representing Notre Dame at the SVA National Convention
• Bringing military precision and heart to everything he does
Whether you’re a student Veteran, transitioning service member, or part of the Military Friendly® community, this story will inspire you to find your next mission—on campus and beyond.
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10 Nov 2025
Episode 13: Melissa Fulmore-Hardwick
Meet Melissa Fulmore-Hardwick, Military Friendly®’s 2025 Veteran of the Year®—a U.S. Army Veteran, global CIO and founder of Brown Girls in the Boardroom. In this inspiring interview with Kayla Lopez from G.I. Jobs and Military Friendly®, Melissa shares her powerful journey from humble beginnings to becoming a transformational leader in business and technology.
Learn how a chance encounter with an Army recruiter changed her life, how she developed her G.R.E.A.T. Leadership Model (Grit, Responsibility, Equity, Action, Transformation) and why she’s dedicated to empowering veterans, women and underrepresented communities through mentorship and upskilling programs.
Whether you’re a veteran transitioning to civilian life, a leader looking for motivation, or someone who believes in the power of perseverance and purpose, this story will move you.
0:00 Introduction – 2025 Veteran of the Year®
1:25 Melissa’s Early Life & Why She Joined the Army
4:15 Lessons from Basic Training & Leadership Beginnings
7:42 Civilian Career Journey & CIO Leadership Insights
11:00 The G.R.E.A.T. Leadership Framework Explained
13:20 Faith, Family and Staying Grounded
15:10 Founding Brown Girls in the Boardroom
17:45 Advice to Her Younger Self
19:20 What’s Next for Melissa Fulmore-Hardwick
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27 Oct 2025
Intel Brief: 2025 Military Friendly® Award Winners
In this bonus episode, we discuss the October 2025 issue of G.I. Jobs magazine.
Find out more at MilitaryFriendly.com (MilitaryFriendly.com)
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