Episode 12:🎖️May Military Series... Serving those who served with Rachel Runfalo

Share your thoughts with us!Rachel's journey from Air Force veteran to nonprofit CEO reveals how unexpected career turns and personal challenges shaped her mission to support homeless veterans.• Enlisted in the Air Force at age 22 seeking adventure and new opportunities• Originally assigned to missile maintenance, a chance conversation redirected her to telecommunications• Built a 25-year career in telecommunications after leaving military service• Took a significant pay cut to join a nonprofit helping veterans facing homelessness• Rose to become CEO of Oklahoma Veterans United in Tulsa, Oklahoma• Experienced homelessness herself in 2013 after losing her job• Navigated difficult personal challenges including a child's drug addiction• Advocates against judging others without knowing their full story• Emphasizes the importance of community for veterans who lose their "tribe" after service• Encourages women to pursue their interests and not sell themselves shortIf you want to help veterans, research legitimate organizations providing direct services, volunteer your time, or provide financial assistance. Most importantly, withhold judgment - you never know someone's full story.