Mar 27, 2023
"I want to give back to the community that gave me so much."
This week on the FourBlock Podcast, we are honored to be joined by
Labor and Employment attorney Allison Kruse, a U.S. Air Force
veteran and current associate at Stinson LLP, who serves as the
chair of the firm's Veterans Employee Resource Group (ERG).
In conversation with FourBlock Founder Mike Abrams, Allison shares
what first inspired her to attend the Air Force Academy and join
the military and details her experience transitioning from the Air
Force into law school and then the private sector.
Allison delves into her unique familiarity with Federal Acquisition
Regulations and how it benefits and supports her clients at
Stinson. She then shares more about her participation with the
firm's Veterans ERG, why she is inspired to continue giving back,
how Stinson helps support and integrate veterans within the law
firm, and her advice for veterans transitioning into the civilian
workforce.
As we close out Women's History Month, Allison also shares some of
the women veterans and leaders who inspired her in her career and
influenced her professional values, as well as words of wisdom for
young women starting their journey in the military or transitioning
out.
Allison is an associate at Stinson LLP, a law firm with 450
attorneys and 12 offices nationwide. She primarily focuses on
employment related matters and navigating various facets of
employment relationships. She handles each case with precision and
integrity, working diligently to deliver results that take her
clients to new heights.
Before attending law school, Allison was a Contracting Officer in
the U.S. Air Force. Her prior experience in leadership roles
enables her to relate quickly with clients and solve complex
issues. Allison has received multiple awards and recognitions for
her outstanding service while serving.
ABOUT US
Welcome to the FourBlock Podcast, a show that examines veteran career transition and the military-civilian divide in the workplace.
General Charles Krulak coined the term "Three Block War" to describe the nature of 21st-century military service defined by peace-keeping, humanitarian aid, and full combat.
But what happens next? Veterans are often unprepared to return home and begin new careers. We call this the Fourth Block.
FourBlock is a national non-profit that has supported thousands of transitioning service members across the nation in beginning new and meaningful careers.
Mike Abrams (@fourblock) is an Afghanistan veteran, founder of FourBlock, and author of two military transition books. He represents the military transition perspective.
Lindsey Pollak (@lindsaypollak) is a career and workplace expert and New York Times bestselling author of three career advice books. Lindsey represents the civilian perspective of this issue.
Veterans, explore new industries and make the right connections. Find a career that fits your calling. Join us at fourblock.org/
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Podcast episodes are produced and edited in part by the Columbia University Center for Veteran Transition and Integration.