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Tony Evers, Governor
Amy Pechacek, Secretary

Department of Workforce Development
Secretary's Office
201 E. Washington Avenue
P.O. Box 7946
Madison, WI 53707-7946
Telephone: (608) 266-3131
Fax: (608) 266-1784
Email: sec@dwd.wisconsin.gov

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 5, 2024
CONTACT: DWD Communications
CommunicationsOffice@dwd.wisconsin.gov

Apply Now: Vets Ready Employer Initiative Seeks Employers Who go Above and Beyond for Veterans

MADISON – Employers in Wisconsin who hire veterans are encouraged to apply now to the Vets Ready Employer Initiative, a Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD) designation awarded to organizations that go above and beyond for the veteran workforce.

Vets Ready recognizes organizations that hire and retain veterans, build veteran support systems, and connect with veterans in the community. It also helps employers attract and retain veteran talent. Applications are open through July 19, 2024.

"This year Governor Tony Evers announced that Wisconsin's workforce development services rank 4th in the country for successfully helping veterans find employment. We have a deep commitment to connecting veterans to employers and we're eager to show appreciation for employers that support and advocate for those who have served our country," said DWD Secretary Amy Pechacek. "The Vets Ready Employer Initiative is a great opportunity to highlight employers who work each day to support veterans and their families."

Introduced in 2019, this annual award grants gold or silver certificates to businesses that actively support veterans in their workforce. DWD promotes employers that receive a Vets Ready recognition to veteran job seekers and community partners. Last year, Governor Tony Evers and DWD recognized 17 Vets Ready employers.

DWD partners with the Department of Veterans Affairs, the Department of Disabled American Veterans Department of Wisconsin, the Veterans Chamber of Commerce, the Wisconsin American Legion, Employer Support of the Guard and Reserves, and the Wisconsin Department of Economic Development on the Vets Ready Employer Initiative. This project is supported by federal award number SLFRP0135 awarded to the Department of Workforce Development via the Wisconsin Department of Administration by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.

To apply:

Login to the Job Center of Wisconsin as an employer.
Hover on the "Employers" menu to get the sub-menu.
Click on My Company Information.
Click on Manage "Vets Ready Employer Applications" to begin the application process.

Learn more at the Vets Ready website and contact VetsReady@dwd.wisconsin.gov or your local veterans employment representative with Vets Ready questions.

ABOUT DWD

Wisconsin's Department of Workforce Development efficiently delivers effective and inclusive services to meet Wisconsin's diverse workforce needs now and for the future. The department advocates for and invests in the protection and economic advancement of all Wisconsin workers, employers, and job seekers through six divisions – Employment and Training, Vocational Rehabilitation, Unemployment Insurance, Equal Rights, Worker's Compensation, and Administrative Services. To keep up with DWD announcements and information, sign up for news releases and follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X, and YouTube.