Mike Londregan

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Sharing that VA has updated Chapter 5: Loss Mitigation of the VA Servicer Handbook M26-4: https://lnkd.in/gTbDJ8eJ

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Great to see this recognition "based on the idea that leadership for public purpose is a public good that goes beyond personal gain and focuses on collective goals like justice, equity, diversity, and liberty." #ServeFirstLeadSecondBeHumble #nationalservice #publicservice #leaderhsip #dothehardthing #unityofeffort #wholeofgovernment

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While I applaud Cpl. Bradford Flores’ service to our nation I disagree wholeheartedly with the decision to allow him to wear his hair consistent with his tribal culture vice the Marine Corps’ culture. Service in the military requires sacrifice - the suborning of individual ego, beliefs, and culture for the collective standards, and core values of the group. Military organizations are teams, I’d like anyone to give me an example of a championship team that allows its players to do whatever they desire. You can’t! Nick Saban will tell you that to be elite you need to have a vision of success, a process that defines a set of standards of behavior, daily conduct and work habits that lead to predictable successful outcomes, and the individual and organizational discipline to execute these to the collective standard every moment of everyday. Failure to do so makes you average at best but not elite. When the Marine Corps used the unique language of the Navajos as an unbreakable code in WWII did they allow them to embrace their tribal culture or did they make them adhere to the Marine Corps culture? We all know the answer. Don’t let feel good policies undermine the collective strength and resilience of the group. Senior leaders do your job - EDUCATE and LEAD on this issue.

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5/16/24 National Security News and Commentary https://conta.cc/3V1efY1 1. The Indigenous Approach Podcast: The Great Philosopher Robin Sage and his Green Beret training applied to 3d Grade, College English class, Business, and Special Forces 2. Retired Army general says employment struggles for military spouses are part of being a family in the service 3. Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, May 15, 2024 4. Israel–Hamas War (Iran) Update, May 15, 2024 5. The Gates of Gaza 6. U.S. Africa Command Launches Multi-Nation Special Warfare Exercise 7. Taiwan Is the New Berlin 8. The new world (dis)order: A clash of values - opinion 9. A lesson from World War II: Appeasement never works 10. Exclusive: US intelligence spotted Chinese, Iranian deepfakes in 2020 aimed at influencing US voters 11. How Will Taiwan’s New President Handle China? 12. Crink: the new autocractic 'axis of evil' 13. US to Boost Output of Bombs Designed to Hit Underground Nuclear Facilities 14. US military says Gaza Strip pier project is completed, aid to soon flow as Israel-Hamas war rages on 15. Mystery in the Alps: A Chinese Family, a Swiss Inn and the World’s Most Expensive Weapon 16. For China, Russia Is Both a Partner and a Predicament 17. As Hamas returns to the north, Israel’s Gaza endgame is nowhere in sight 18. Putin and Xi deepen partnership and scold the United States 19. The Army has stepped up its training for tunnel warfare, a dangerous — and growing — form of combat 20. Exclusive: Driver’s Attempt at Breaching Quantico Gate Echoes Deadly Incidents at White House, U.S. Military Bases 21. U.S. lays out plans for withdrawing troops from Niger 22. Opinion | The West Doesn’t Understand How Much Russia Has Changed 23. How, exactly, is TikTok a threat to national security? 24. Chinese Perspectives on the “Indo-Pacific” as a Geostrategic Construct - Mapping China's Strategic Space 25. Techcraft on Display in Ukraine 26. Multi-Dimensional Modeling for Irregular Warfare

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In the latest Military OneSource podcast, learn how you can practice mindfulness and be present in the moment with your family during a PCS move. Find self-care resources and opportunities to help you manage stress and parent through a PCS: https://lnkd.in/eHvQeu7w.

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What challenges do military members face in finding full employment in an optimal career field upon departing the service? This introductory course to my book Mission Transition answers that question. It defines the civil-military divide and characterizes the difficult challenge they must overcome. It is by far the most-watched video on my YouTube channel. Enjoy! #missiontransition #hiringveterans #vhv #militarytransition

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Are you a company in need of #EHS talent? Are you #separating from the #military over the next year? In either case, have you heard of DoD-SkillBridge? Each year, 200,000 members of the U.S. Armed Forces leave active duty and re-enter the civilian work force or pursue higher education. Through the DoD Skillbridge Program, DoD continues to pay the service member's salary and benefits while they work at your company up to the final 180 days (6 months) of service. This allows the service member to gain invaluable experience while you (the company) have the opportunity to train and potentially retain top military talent completely risk-free. There is no catch...no strings attached. And there are a ton of #EHS jobs out there! Trust me, I have been looking. For companies, simply sign up at the DoD SkillBridge website - link provided in the comments section. As a retiring military member, I looked for a SkillBridge opportunity approximately a year ago but sadly found nothing in the EHS field. Companies seeking EHS talent are missing out! Again, there are 200,000 members leaving the service EACH YEAR! People who are skilled, vetted, adaptable, quick learners, certified (in some cases), and hungry to prove themselves. And let's not forget our incredibly talented #militaryspouses!!! A significant number of EHS professionals I have spoken to over the last 6 months have been completely unaware of the Program, as well as tax incentives and other benefits that come with hiring veterans. I ask that reputable EHS organizations such as American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA), International Occupational Hygiene Association (IOHA), American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP), National Safety Council, National Association Of Safety Professionals, and others to promote this cost-free opportunity to the private sector in order to improve #recruitment of military talent into the EHS profession. Beyond SkillBridge, American Corporate Partners (ACP) needs seasoned EHS mentors to help guide transitioning military members entering the workforce. It is easy to sign up - again, a link has been provided in the comments section below. PM if you have any questions at all. My sole motivation for this post is a desire to see the EHS profession thrive. I firmly believe that this extraordinary talent pool is being woefully overlooked. #militaryrecruitment #militarytransition #veterans #veteransupport #militarycommunity #EHStalent #CIH #CSP #BCSP #BCG #veteranjobs #ehsprofession #ehsprofessionals #ehsjobs #ehscommunity #safetyjobs #hiremilitary #industrialhygienejobs #ehsmentors #recruiters #militaryrecruiters #corporaterecruiters #corporaterecruiting

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I am looking forward to reading this report, both for its content and to understand the methodology employed in the research. Malicious use of improvised explosives presents a practical problem set for CT practitioners & law enforcement, as well as broader strategic challenges when it comes to countering the production and use of complex weapons by bad actors. A better understanding of the process of production and use of IED's by terrorists is also likely to have relevance with respect to global security, especially in places where long-running low intensity conflicts often involve large numbers of HME (Home Made Explosives) or slightly more sophisticated, but still produced outside of a factory, explosives and munitions, as we continue to see in many conflicts in the Middle East and Western Asia. #EOD #counterterrorism #terrorism #lowIntensityConflict #war #security #nationalsecurity #counterIED #lawenforcement

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Promoting economy, efficiency, and effectiveness as well as the integrity of the workforce and operations

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5/7/24 National Security News and Commentary https://conta.cc/3JOyvG7 1. Ghosts in the Machine: Irregular recruitment for an irregular force 2. Special Ops a Steady Presence in Chaotic World 3. Air Force Special Operators Developing Drone-Launched Swarms 4. GOVERNMENT PERSPECTIVE: Pathfinding, Transforming to Deter, Defeat Special Ops’ Evolving Enemies 5. Main Street on a Flattop aka Operation Flattop 6. HOPE, DELUSION, AND REALITY Joint Force Campaigning 7. Divisions in the Dirt: The Army’s plan for the next big war 8. US Troop Levels in Pacific Take Center Stage as Defense Secretary Huddles with Allied Defense Leaders 9. American troops return to strategic islands near Taiwan for air-assault practice 10. Will DOD need to start producing some medicines to protect troops? 11. Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, May 6, 2024 12. Israel–Hamas War (Iran) Update, May 6, 2024 13. U.S. Soldier Detained in Russia 14. Secure at Home, Putin Builds on the Alliances He Needs to Prevail in Ukraine 15. How DC became obsessed with a potential 2027 Chinese invasion of Taiwan 16. One defense strategy, two drastically different budgets 17. Soldier Shot During Special Forces Training Event After Live Ammo Mixed in with Blanks 18. Demonstration will bring simulated gunfire, helicopters to Florida during Special Operations Forces Week 19. The Drone Dilemma and the U.S. Air Force 20. America’s China Strategy Has a Credibility Problem 21. The Secret to Japanese and South Korean Innovation

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Equal Justice is a fundamental principle that should apply universally, whether in civilian life or while serving in the Armed Forces. As a Retired Service Member and former Military Police Soldier, I have firsthand witnessed instances where senior officers and senior enlisted individuals receive preferential treatment even after being charged with serious crimes such as Assault, Domestic Violence, DUI, and Possession. Sadly, this disparity in treatment extends beyond the military into civilian life. A recent news article highlighted a concerning case where an Air Force General was allowed to continue serving despite being found guilty on some charges in a Sexual Assault case. Such occurrences are not uncommon, shedding light on the challenges of ensuring accountability and fairness within the military hierarchy. These incidents raise critical questions about the integrity of the military justice system and its impact on the morale and well-being of service members. The need for transparency and accountability in addressing misconduct is paramount to upholding the values of justice and equality within the Armed Forces. #EqualJustice #MilitaryJustice #Accountability #lawenforcement https://lnkd.in/eakpXiTc

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Thoughts from MFP HQBN S4: -Checking out of a unit and finding that a Sgt also served with the same storied Bn that you have served with and beside, that your retiring officer served with, is one of the best parts of the Marine Corps. The bond transcends rank. We had a reputation for violence. It was earned. -At the CIF, everyone is equal. Thankfully if you’ve never checked into that CIF, checking out is painless. Unlike trying to get JWTC out of my Oki issue. -You get the network you pay for, and if C2 is everyone’s business then we really need to highlight that some portions of the Marine Corps grow up knowing that if you can’t communicate you are a liability, and thus as a youngester you learn how to get a radio (or computer) back in the fight. However it seems that other parts of the USMC when confronted by a computer or a discussion about C4I defer and expect to be served. -Which means you get the network you pay for. -Being there pre-Force Design when a POM wargame came down to a simple question. From the Red perspective if Blue had a dollar to spend on missiles, or on a better network, where would the best investment be? There is a reason information dominance is the first of the three dominance’s in the primary pacing threat’s vernacular. So you get the network you pay for, when you buy missiles first.

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Not a good look… What do you think about this? Security is all about people, policy, and technology - the largest and most important is people. If you are not a good people person, you won’t work well for clients, their staff and (as in this case) your team. I highly recommend the book ‘How to Win Friends’ by Dale Carnegie. https://lnkd.in/eBSAunG3

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6/23/24 National Security News and Commentary https://conta.cc/3KXXCXG 1. Things Worth Remembering: The Man in the Arena 2. The Gray Zone: the only crossing from Russia into Ukraine 3. One More Time With Feeling: Unity Is Overrated 4. Taiwan Wants a Drone Army—but China Makes the Drones It Wants 5. Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, June 22, 2024 6. Israel–Hamas War (Iran) Update, June 22, 2024 7. The Arsenal of Autocracy & Nvidia Rising 8. US debt moving toward $50 trillion isn’t whole story 9. NATO’s New Leader Was Planning This the Whole Time 10. Europe Must Make a Realistic Commitment to the Indo-Pacific 11. US East Asia envoy says South China Sea situation deeply concerning 12. Philippines not in business of instigating wars, says President Marcos 13. US offers assurances to Israel this week in the event of full-blown war with Hezbollah 14. As U.S.-supplied weapons show impact inside Russia, Ukrainian soldiers hope for deeper strikes 15. How Big Is CCP Inc.? 16. Despite fentanyl crackdown, Chinese sellers are open for business

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CBRNE ATLANTIC BRIDGE (CAB) is a non-profit association of like minded individuals. "Vires in Unitate!" Strength in unity...the bridging of the "special relationship" in CBRNE and counter terrorism. CBRNE Atlantic Bridge (CAB) is a not for profit trilateral association of responders, companies, academics and consultants who are actively involved in the Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosive (CBRNE) and counter terrorism response to supporting international defense and homeland security activities between the organizations and agencies of the US, UK and Canada. Our three nations share mutual trade and investment at the heart of our prosperity, and our commitment to free market values enables our economies to thrive. The United States, United Kingdom and Canada are the world’s first, fifth and ninth largest economies in the world. We currently trade over $1 trillion worth of goods and services each year, between the three countries. We are each other’s number one source of foreign direct investment and direct investment totals over $1.5 trillion. Our trade network members, share a common aim of providing the rapid capability for protection, response, decontamination and forensic capability. We act as a 'bridge' for supporting the beneficial exchange of information, ideas and capability across the 'pond.' - Our members support each other with assistance in finding opportunities for liaison, integration and partnerships. - We provide counsel on best routes to market for current sector products and new innovation. - Our members support each other at trade missions, events and meetings in all three countries. - The association assists our members with networking and logistics when traveling across 'the bridge.' Email us - CBRNEAtlanticBridge@yahoo.com #CBRN #CBRNE #defenseindustry #counterterrorism #detection #forensics #academia #tradeshows #military #firstresponder #FIFA2026 #businesspartnerships #intelligencecommunity #business #leadership Department for Business and Trade U.S. Department of State Global Affairs Canada | Affaires mondiales Canada #UKMOD #DOD #DND Department of National Defence UK Ministry of Defence United States Department of Defense CBRNE ATLANTIC BRIDGE (CAB) #business #technology #partnerships #internationaltrade

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