Washington, D.C - 24 March 2024 –  In a significant step forward to enhance the career and education landscape for veterans, Student Veterans of America (SVA) and Vantage Point Consulting Inc developed a ground breaking solution designed to facilitate the transition of service members to fulfilling civilian careers and educational achievements.

SVA is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting student veterans with more than 1,600 Chapters across the United States to also include locations overseas. Vantage Point Consulting as a trusted advisor in career and education pathways, has been dedicated to supporting service members and veterans through tailored solutions to assist thousands of individuals in making informed decisions and achieving success in their post-military lives for nearly two decades. With SVA’s diverse population of student veterans, military-affiliated students, spouses, dependents,caregivers and survivors, this strategic collaboration sets a new benchmark in support services for veterans and their family members.  

Cristine Carpenter, a US Navy veteran and founder of Vantage Point Consulting, Inc., expressed her enthusiasm, stating, "We are honored to partner with Student Veterans of America in our shared mission of supporting service members and veterans. Together we share a commitment to make life-changing career opportunities more visible and accessible to veterans and military connected members."

As part of this collaboration, Vantage Point Consulting worked with SVA to understand their needs and offer a solution with advanced personalized and localizable recommendation engines to aid transitioning service members and veterans to make informed academic and career decisions.  SVA’s National Academic Advising Center, through the expert guidance of the SVA Success Coaching team, offers a gateway to a degree program and pathway that resonates with veterans’ career ambitions, leveraging their skills, experience and talents to achieve their goals.  Additionally, Vantage Point Consulting supported the development of integration of a robust job opportunities search feature tailor made to align with the aspirations of student veterans.

In conjunction with the SVA Career Center, Vantage Point Consulting created a modernized job board with a concentration on curated opportunities. This powerful tool equips student veterans and military connected members with the ability to explore employment prospects, internships and job postings that align with their career goals. By connecting them with relevant opportunities, this feature further enhances their career readiness and opens doors to success.  The SVA job board is designed for military service members, veterans and military connected members to connect with employers who value military service and embark on a journey to achieve career aspirations through the camaraderie of an excited and supportive community. This could lead to discussions of internships, part-time work that might offer security clearance billets, fellowships, and ultimately full-time opportunities.

This partnership between Vantage Point Consulting and Student Veterans of America represents a significant milestone in supporting the career and education aspirations of service members and veterans. By combining Vantage Point's proven expertise and innovative solutions with SVA's impactful mission, together both organizations are committed to providing exceptional resources, guidance,and opportunities to make a lasting difference in the lives of those who have served our country.

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About Vantage Point Consulting:

Vantage Point Consulting is a leading provider of career and education advisement solutions for service members and veterans. With 17 years of experience,Vantage Point has supported individuals in making informed decisions and achieving success in their post-military lives. Through innovative technology and personalized guidance, Vantage Point empowers service members and veterans in their career and education pursuits.

About Student Veterans of America:

Student Veterans of America (SVA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing military veterans with the resources, support, and advocacy needed to succeed in higher education and post-graduation. SVA strives to empower student veterans in achieving their educational and career goals through various initiatives, partnerships, and programs. Through a network of nearly 1,600 on-campus chapters, SVA has been inspiring tomorrow’s leaders since 2008 to ensure they achieve their greatest potential.

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Denver, CO – 30 January 2024 – Vantage Point Consulting, a veteran and woman-owned firm specializing in workforce solutions and education innovation, proudly announces their achievement of the esteemed 2024 Council of College and Military Educators (CCME) Corporate Award. This prestigious accolade recognizes Vantage Point's exceptional contributions to military education and their unwavering dedication to the armed forces.

Since its establishment in 2006, Vantage Point Consulting has distinguished itself through innovative approaches in management consulting, design, data, and technology. Their commitment to solving workforce challenges with employers, educators, and learners has been consistently evident, earning them recognition as a HireVets Gold Medallion recipient.

A crucial aspect of Vantage Point's impact is their exemplary commitment to the Army VolEd program. Since 2020, they have played an instrumental role in the transition from a legacy system to the ArmyIgnitED platform, addressing the needs of over Campuses Institutions Military Centers. Their expertise in higher education, technical acumen, and understanding of DoD MOU policies have been pivotal in providing valuable solutions and support during this significant transition.

Vantage Point's pivotal role in the modernization of the Department of Defense Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) program and compliance system stands as a testament to their expertise and dedication. Their work with the American Council on Education (ACE) in modernizing the ACE Learning Evaluation program, including the development of the Modernized ACE Military Guide, has significantly advanced military education.

In response to receiving the award, Vantage Point President Cristine Carpenter expressed her gratitude and pride: "This award is a monumental recognition of the hard work and dedication our team has invested in supporting military education. We are deeply committed to empowering those who serve our nation through innovative educational solutions. Receiving the CCME Corporate Award is not just an honor; it embodies our unwavering dedication to the cause of military education and serves as a catalyst for our continued efforts in this vital field."

The CCME Corporate Award, given to organizations that show significant contributions to military education, highlights Vantage Point's leadership in providing quality education products and services to the armed forces. Their innovative solutions, including Big Data Analytics, User Experience Design, Agile Project Management, and custom SaaS Workforce Solutions like Career Path DECIDE, have revolutionized the approach to military and workforce education.

As Vantage Point Consulting celebrates this achievement, they reaffirm their commitment to excellence in supporting military learners and continuing to innovate in the field of education and workforce development.

For more information about Vantage Point Consulting and their services, please visit  www.vantagepoint-inc.com.

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