ServiceNow Government Transformation Series: Herb Thompson, Senior Program Manager – Veteran Programs at ServiceNow

ServiceNow Government Transformation Series: Herb Thompson, Senior Program Manager – Veteran Programs at ServiceNow

Author: ServiceNow Industries Podcasts September 22, 2023 Duration: 14:55

Today's guest is Herb Thompson, Senior Program Manager – Veteran Programs at ServiceNow, where his mission is to grow the veteran talent pool in the ServiceNow ecosystem. Herb is also the author of the best-selling and award-winning book, The Transition Mission, from his perspective as a retired Special Forces (Green Beret) leader. He is the only person in US Army history to have earned the Green Beret and Drill Sergeant of the Year awards.

Herb is actively involved in the SkillBridge program, which is an intensive, 40hrs a week, 16 week, cohort based virtual training program. The mission of the program is to help transitioning service members, Veterans and Military spouses into meaningful employment. While they do not guarantee employment, their measure of success is to place participants into meaningful employment upon successful completion of the program. 

In this episode, Herb will discuss:
• How he got into the world of ServiceNow
• His role as Senior Programs Manager
• Transitioning from the military into the corporate world
• An overview of the Skillbridge program
• Commitment, mindset and overcoming imposter syndrome
• Success stories of the program
• Advice for people looking to transition into this space

This episode is hosted by Mark Kelly CCO at Alldus
See video recording here: Link to YouTube

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Every Friday, a conversation unfolds that bridges the gap between technology and public service. Federal Fridays with ServiceNow (Government) brings together a rotating group of ServiceNow's own experts and professionals from both the public and private sectors. These discussions go beyond simple product updates, delving into the real-world challenges and opportunities facing government agencies today. You'll hear candid talks about modernizing workflows, improving citizen services, and navigating the unique landscape of federal IT. Each episode in this podcast collection offers a focused look at how digital transformation is actively reshaping government operations, from health and administrative services to policy and beyond. The dialogue is practical and grounded, providing insights that are as applicable to state and local government professionals as they are to federal employees. Tune in for a weekly dose of perspective from those who are building and implementing the tools that keep our institutions running. This is where the mission of public service meets the innovation of the platform, hosted by the ServiceNow Industries Podcasts team.
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