Talascend Earns Silver-Level Status as a Michigan Veteran-Friendly Employer
Advancing from its initial bronze certification, the veteran-owned organization elevates its workforce programs to recruit, transition, and retain military veterans nationwide.
Troy, Mich. - Following strict program evaluations, Talascend implements structural systems designed to translate military occupational specialties into vital civilian workforce assets.
Talascend, a proud Veteran-Owned staffing solutions firm, is honored to announce its formal recognition as a Silver-Level Veteran-Friendly Employer by the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency (MVAA).
After first achieving Bronze Certification in 2018, Talascend has taken continuous, intentional operational steps to expand its military community engagement programs. This upgraded status highlights an ongoing commitment to supporting and empowering veteran job seekers across specialized technical industries.
"We are incredibly proud of this milestone. Supporting veterans isn't just a corporate mission; it is fundamentally woven into who we are. We hold ourselves to a strict standard when it comes to honoring the service, integrity, and operational experience of those who have worn the uniform."
- Jaclyn Sikora, Director of Marketing & CommunicationsThe MVAA’s Veteran-Friendly Employer Program provides a rigorous benchmark for organizations across Michigan, identifying companies that exhibit data-driven dedication to hiring, training, and retaining military talent. Through its progressive multi-tiered framework, the agency guides transitioning personnel toward workplaces with proven infrastructure built for their long-term success.
Targeted Veteran Support Infrastructure
Talascend's national program architecture features a series of dedicated military recruitment pathways designed to systematically reduce transition friction:
Nationwide Engagement
Maintained active deployment presence at critical regional installations, including Fort Campbell, Fort Cavazos, Fort Eustis, Fort Riley, and Fort Rucker, alongside integrated Transition Assistance Program (TAP) partnerships.
Specialized Military Recruiters
Staffed by recruitment experts skilled at mapping complex Military Occupational Specialties (MOS) onto high-demand private sector technical requirements.
Skills Translation Matrix
Structural translation strategies designed to help veterans convey leadership capability and field expertise effectively into corporate civilian settings.
Active Resource Networks
Ongoing internal advocacy mechanisms and direct enrollment into the Veteran Connector Program to widen support nets for families and service members.
Talascend’s workplace frameworks ensure that advocacy goes well beyond standard recruitment cycles. Driven by veteran-led leadership, the firm intentionally designs an internal culture that recognizes and leverages military experience on live projects year-round, cultivating environments where leadership and problem-solving skills naturally thrive.
"Veterans bring unmatched adaptability and highly sophisticated leadership competencies to modern technical projects," Sikora added. "We are honored to establish an operational home where those specific strengths are valued, developed, and deployed to build critical national infrastructure."
About Talascend
Talascend is a specialized talent solutions firm connecting engineering, technical, and skilled trades professionals with the companies building America’s infrastructure, energy systems, defense capabilities, and manufacturing base. With nearly 80 years of industry experience, Talascend serves clients nationwide from its headquarters in Troy, Michigan.