The Career Transition Program Built for Veteran Spouses: It’s My Turn

Veteran military spouses, pull out the career clothes, brush off your resume, and get ready! This is a deep dive into transitioning out of active duty military life and building the career of your dreams.

For years, you’ve supported a life of service and put your own career on hold. Now, as you step into the next chapter, you’re ready. It’s time to focus on YOUR professional goals—but where do you start?

“It’s My Turn” is a free career transition program designed exclusively for veteran military spouses who are unemployed, underemployed, or shifting careers. The program will inspire, motivate, and encourage your professional future.

We’re talking about

The real root causes of veteran spouse employment struggles
What you have to do to open new doors to real career possibilities
Why It’s My Turn is a game-changer for veteran spouses ready to work hard and prioritize themselves.

If you’ve been waiting for your chance to shine professionally and focus on your career—this conversation is for YOU.

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Meet our Guest

Rachelle Chapman, Senior Director, The Adecco Group US Foundation & National Military Liaison

Rachelle is a business strategy leader with 20 years of experience driving workforce development for underrepresented groups, corporate stewardship, and relationship management strategies.

She is the Senior Director of the Adecco Group US Foundation, a vigorous advocate for military families, acting as an author, speaker, and sought out as a subject matter expert.

Additionally, Rachelle drives the Foundation’s collaboration with Dress for Success Worldwide, creating transformative programs designed to foster economic independence and employment opportunities for women.

The Conversation Q&A

What led you to be so focused on career and career transition?
What was your transition like?
What are the root issues, the core problems of unemployment/underemployment for military spouses?
What is self-selecting out as a military spouse?
What is “It’s My Turn” and how is it different than every other career program out there?
If you were going to give one piece of advice to a veteran spouse or a spouse facing the veteran lifestyle in the next few months, what advice would you give them as a fellow veteran spouse?

Things We Talked About in This Episode

“IT’S MY TURN” COHORT 2 APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN through 22 August 2025!

The Adecco Group US Foundation is excited to announce the return of ‘It’s My Turn,’ a dynamic career transition program designed to help veteran spouses build fulfilling careers!

You’ve made incredible sacrifices supporting our country, and now it’s your turn to focus on your career aspirations. This program will help you discover your ideal career, pinpoint any skill gap,s and prepare you to thrive in today’s ever-changing job market.

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GEORGE W. BUSH STAND-TO VETERAN LEADERSHIP PROGRAM

“It’s My Turn” was a result of Rachelle’s experience as a participant in the Stand-To Veteran Leadership Program. The program “targets accomplished leaders (active duty military service members, veterans, military spouses, and civilians) from a wide range of sectors who are working to improve outcomes for veterans and military families through professional and/or community engagement.”

Learn more here.