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Marcus Reed
Transition Coach · Army Veteran
Resume RebrandingRecruiter IntrosLeadership
20 years in the Army, now helping operators translate their experience into corporate roles they actually want.
VCN affiliate
The AHEC Ecosystem
The coaching & partner network behind every AHEC member.
Healing on the ranch is the beginning. Membership plugs you into the Veteran Coaching Network, Valor & Ventures Media, and Business Navigators Consulting — so what you build on the ranch travels with you.
What members get
Support for every arena and every domain.
The Veteran Coaching Network plugs into AHEC membership so healing on the ranch turns into momentum off the ranch.
AI-smart upskilling
Learn to use ChatGPT and modern tools to rebrand your story and stand out.
Resume rebranding
Translate military and first-responder experience into language recruiters actually search for.
Recruiter introductions
Warm intros to veteran-friendly recruiters and hiring managers across industries.
Live panels & workshops
Hear from operators who made the jump — Q&A with people who've already walked the path.
1:1 mentorship
Match with a coach who knows your domain and can hold you accountable.
Ranch Academy access
Members-only LMS with courses, badges, and mentor-guided learning paths — custom produced by the Veteran Coaching Network.
We're accepting coaches, mentors & recruiters
The Veteran Coaching Network and American Heroes Equine Connection, Inc. are now welcoming coaches, mentors, and recruiters who want to help veterans turn ranch momentum into lasting civilian careers.
Coaches & Panelists
Sample profiles · admin editableMeet the humans behind the network.
Every AHEC member can request 1:1 mentorship from the Veteran Coaching Network bench.
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Dr. Elena Vasquez
Wellness & Trauma Coach
PTSD AwarenessGrounding PracticesFamily Support
Clinical psychologist and Gold Star family advocate focused on nervous-system regulation and resilience.
VCN affiliate
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Jordan Blake
AI Upskilling Coach
AI UpskillingPersonal BrandingInterview Prep
Product leader teaching veterans to use ChatGPT and modern tools to move fast in new careers.
VCN affiliate
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Chief Angela Ortiz
First Responder Panelist
Panel HostFirst Responder TransitionPeer Support
Retired fire chief hosting monthly panels for first responders navigating the next chapter.
VCN affiliate
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Ty Whitaker
Entrepreneurship Coach
StartupsBusiness NavigatorsFundraising
Marine turned founder, now guiding veteran entrepreneurs from idea to first customers.
VCN affiliate
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Sarah Kim
Recruiter Network Lead
Recruiter IntrosResume RebrandingSalary Negotiation
Talent partner connecting AHEC members to veteran-friendly employers across tech, defense, and trades.
VCN affiliate
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Veteran Coaching Network
Coaching & mentorship
A national community of veteran coaches, mentors, and recruiters helping service members transition and thrive.
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Valor & Ventures Media
Storytelling & media
Media partner producing the stories, podcasts, and video that carry the AHEC mission beyond the ranch.
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Business Navigators Consulting
Strategy & operations
Strategic and operational partner helping AHEC scale programs, governance, and partnerships responsibly.
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Unlock the Coaching Community
One membership. Access to Veteran Coaching Network mentors, Ranch Academy courses, live panels, recruiter intros, and the AHEC community.