2024 WINNERS – USA AWARDS
ADVOCATE OF THE YEAR
Winner: Cynthia Kao, Operation Code

BUSINESS LEADER OF THE YEAR
Winner: Josh Forman, Core One

CHAMPION OF WOMEN AWARD
Winner: Kate Germano, Cassandra-Helenus Partners

D&I INITIATIVE OF THE YEAR
Winner: GE Aerospace Military Officer Leadership Program

EMPLOYER OF THE YEAR
Winner: Amazon

ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR
Winner: Chelsea Mandello, Troopster

INNOVATOR OF THE YEAR
Winner: Mat Yarger, Demia

MILITARY VALUES IN BUSINESS AWARD
Winner: Allyson O’Neal, Bayada Hospice

NEW SERVICE LEAVER OF THE YEAR
Winner: Matthew Phillips, JPMorgan Chase

OUTSTANDING ACHIEVER OF THE YEAR
Winner: Jennifer Baker, Johns Hopkins University

RESERVIST OF THE YEAR
Winner: John Ellis, Jacobs

ROLE MODEL OF THE YEAR
Winner: Boyd Melson, MYND Drinks / Consultants for America’s Veterans

SERVICE LEAVER OF THE YEAR
Winner: Jimmy White IV, Vanguard

TEAM LEADER OF THE YEAR
Winner: Matthew Wise, Barclays

LATEST ARTICLES
REVEALED: The Top 50 Employers of Veterans 2026
The definitive national ranking of Forces Friendly employers showcases those setting the benchmark for meaningful pathways into high-value careers for the military community.
Finalists Revealed for 2026 British Forces in Business Awards
The world’s largest celebration of veteran talent returns for its ninth year, recognising the individuals and organisations shaping high-impact civilian careers after military service.
Finalists Announced for 2026 Scottish Forces in Business Awards
The flagship showcase of veteran talent and forces friendly employers is returning to Glasgow for another landmark celebration on 28 January – and today the finalists are revealed.


