Posted on Feb 8, 2018
Gary Profit, Senior Director of Military Programs at Walmart, here for a live Q&A February 13th at 4pm ET. What questions do you have for me?
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After more than 31 years of U.S. Army service, Brigadier General Gary M Profit retired on February 28, 2006, and, until October 2008, he was Director of Human Capital Management Solutions; International Programs; and Department of Defense Business Transformation Agency Programs, Civilian/Homeland Security Solutions, General Dynamics Information Technology, in which capacities he led a premier provider of lifecycle human capital management technology/service solutions; international technology transfer/export control service solutions; and strategic communications service solutions, respectively. Brigadier General (Retired) Profit is currently Senior Director of Military Programs, Walmart. Profit was appointed by the Governor to the Arkansas Veterans Commission and is on the National Advisory Council of the Beck PRIDE Center for America’s Wounded Veterans at Arkansas State University, a member of the BlueStar HonorCare Advisory Board, a member of the Franklin Project at the Aspen Institute, and on the Executive Advisory Council of Mission: Readiness Military Leaders for Kids.
Commissioned Second Lieutenant in 1974 through the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps, Brigadier General (Retired) Profit held assignments in the 4th Battalion, 20th Field Artillery; at the U.S. Army Reserve Personnel Center; in the Office of the Chief, Army Reserve; in the Office of the Chief of Staff, Army; in the Office of the Secretary of the Army; and at Special Operations Command South, before commanding the 9602nd Command and Control Headquarters Brigade/651st Area Support Group. Returning to the National Capital Region, Brigadier General (Retired) Profit served as Director, Public Affairs and Liaison Directorate and Director, Chief Army Reserve Staff Group, OCAR, before being promoted to General Officer. His military career culminated with a capstone assignment as Deputy Chief, Army Reserve/Deputy Commander, U.S. Army Reserve Command for Management, Resources and Support.
Commissioned Second Lieutenant in 1974 through the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps, Brigadier General (Retired) Profit held assignments in the 4th Battalion, 20th Field Artillery; at the U.S. Army Reserve Personnel Center; in the Office of the Chief, Army Reserve; in the Office of the Chief of Staff, Army; in the Office of the Secretary of the Army; and at Special Operations Command South, before commanding the 9602nd Command and Control Headquarters Brigade/651st Area Support Group. Returning to the National Capital Region, Brigadier General (Retired) Profit served as Director, Public Affairs and Liaison Directorate and Director, Chief Army Reserve Staff Group, OCAR, before being promoted to General Officer. His military career culminated with a capstone assignment as Deputy Chief, Army Reserve/Deputy Commander, U.S. Army Reserve Command for Management, Resources and Support.
Q&A
Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF)
Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) - Afghanistan
13A: Field Artillery Officer
Leadership
Posted 8 y ago
Responses: 21
Good morning, Sir. As an Enrollment Coordinator in the Institute for Veterans and Military Families, I spend a lot of time communicating with transitioning service members across the country. Many of them are older, experienced Staff NCOs and seasoned Officers with a plan, but many are also younger, junior enlisted, and may not have a path as clear. What would you say to the 20-21 year old Specialist or Lance Corporal trying to work for your organization? What do you look for in the ideal prior-service candidate and how would you inspire them?
Sgt Michael Drum
Also - Thank you for the awesome support of our upcoming Veteran EDGE Conference!
BG Gary Profit
Thanks for your service, Michael...as you know, IVMF is a long thought-partner of ours, and we value the growing and expanding relationship. My recommendation to the subject young Specialist or Lance Corporal would be access WalmartCareerswithaMission.com and avail yourself of the resources on the site and the human touch of our career counselors. As far as what we look for...I suggest that with the breadth and depth of opportunities at Walmart, it is as important that candidates understand their career aspirations and personal brand as it is that we have any preconceived notions.
BG Gary Profit: First of all, Brigadier General Profit- I would like to humbly thank you for joining us here on Rally Point. IT IS SUCH AN HONOR TO HAVE YOU WITH US, SIR! YOU, SIR, ARE A VERY, VERY, VERY HIGH CALIBER MAN AND GENERAL.
ENJOY YOUR STAY....AND, I HOPE YOU FIND THE QUESTIONS FROM MY FELLOW RALLY POINTERS: INTERESTING AND CHALLENGING.
-Most Sincerely, Margaret C. Higgins U.S. Army Retired
ENJOY YOUR STAY....AND, I HOPE YOU FIND THE QUESTIONS FROM MY FELLOW RALLY POINTERS: INTERESTING AND CHALLENGING.
-Most Sincerely, Margaret C. Higgins U.S. Army Retired
BG Gary Profit
Thank you for your service, Margaret...you are very kind. It is a pleasure to spend a part of our afternoon with our RallyPoint network friends.
I couldn't get hired now even if tried. So how does one get rehired if fired over 10 years ago for a stupid mistake?
BG Gary Profit
Thanks for your Navy service, Kevin...I'm not an expert on rehire authority; however, since we do rehire some associates who have been separated, have you pursued re-employment with Walmart?
PO1 Kevin Arnold
Yes, but I can not be rehired. Can not even put in a application. For I am not eligible to be rehired. I did work for Walmart part time while in the Navy in Groton Connecticut. Then I moved due to my retirement and worked about 1 year after my retirement. Like I said I got fired for a stupid mistake and can no longer work or apply at Walmart. It has been over 10 years now since and had to move on.
I have no questions General, just want to say thank you for your helping veterans.
BG Gary Profit
Thanks for your service, Cowboy...while we believe it is our civic and social responsibility to support those who serve and have served and their families, it is with enlightened self interest because the military community represents arguably the largest, diverse talent rich pool in the world. And, we want them on our team.
BG Gary Profit --Sir; My thanks for your long and valued service to the country that you and I have served. My question is a simple one also, but the answers will be difficult to unwind! Who are the soldiers who have died in captivity and/or been abandoned by the US Administration, why, how, and where was this done? A complete list of the names, place of death, provided to all surviving families. I well know, as you do, that to determine who was responsible for these men being abandoned will never be done, as such was long buried in the darker recesses of our government.
We're enjoying our time with you and are happy to take a few more questions before ending the session.
Ty for joining and helping veterans it's an honor and a privilege just to learn and get great insight from Gen Profit
BG Gary Profit
Thanks for joining us, Mike, and for your service...I think I noticed that you, as did I, jumped out of perfectly good airplanes.
Hi sir!
I need your help, I got a discharge from the air force back in December 2017, discharge codes JFY 2C (adjustment disorder) for an episode of major depressive disorder, single episode, with suicidal ideation but no intent. I'm currently trying to get my code changed so I can go back in. I was engaged up until a week before shipping to basic, and wasn't getting any letters for the first 3 weeks. When I got home, I went to a behavioral health clinic and they couldn't find anything wrong with me. The professional said they, since I only had two thoughts, that it was completely normal because people can occasionally think about stuff like that. I believe that my case was all situational and that I shouldn't have been barred from going back in. I'm still young and I want to serve my country. If you could help, I would greatly appreciate it. I've even considered going to my congressman for help.
I need your help, I got a discharge from the air force back in December 2017, discharge codes JFY 2C (adjustment disorder) for an episode of major depressive disorder, single episode, with suicidal ideation but no intent. I'm currently trying to get my code changed so I can go back in. I was engaged up until a week before shipping to basic, and wasn't getting any letters for the first 3 weeks. When I got home, I went to a behavioral health clinic and they couldn't find anything wrong with me. The professional said they, since I only had two thoughts, that it was completely normal because people can occasionally think about stuff like that. I believe that my case was all situational and that I shouldn't have been barred from going back in. I'm still young and I want to serve my country. If you could help, I would greatly appreciate it. I've even considered going to my congressman for help.
General, Our country needs a face lift. Our disabled Veteran/handicapped parking sign(red-white-blue) is a beautiful sign w/ an eagle @ the top & a wheel chair @ the bottom. As a Veteran, you should already know that 90 % of our Veterans, won't use the appropriated handicapped parking spaces,until they absolutely have to.
Today's youth - up to 30 years of age & beyond, absolutely have "little" or no appreciation for the freedoms they enjoy on a daily basis. I know our sign will help make a positive attitude change in America's youth. I know our program will be honored by all americans. A welcome change - a face lift if you will. The amount of good-will that Wal Mart will receive when they implement our -sign program will be enormous ! I haven't the computer capability to send you a copy of the sign over cyber space, but if you will send me your "FAX" number, I will get it right to you for your review.
Today's youth - up to 30 years of age & beyond, absolutely have "little" or no appreciation for the freedoms they enjoy on a daily basis. I know our sign will help make a positive attitude change in America's youth. I know our program will be honored by all americans. A welcome change - a face lift if you will. The amount of good-will that Wal Mart will receive when they implement our -sign program will be enormous ! I haven't the computer capability to send you a copy of the sign over cyber space, but if you will send me your "FAX" number, I will get it right to you for your review.
Are you and Walmart open to new ideas that benefit veterans AND Walmart, such as a "Veteran Author" section or endcap or freestanding display in Walmart stores? Many veterans have published books that enrich the depth of appreciation and understanding of what we go through as warriors, and at the same time help us through PTS and TBI issues. It is cathartic, therapeutic and healing. Thank you! Hooah!
BG Gary Profit
Thank you for your service, MAJ Granger...retail is a dynamic and ever-changing industry, and Walmart continuously innovates, working very hard to stay on the cutting edge. We dismiss no ideas and evaluate all of them on their merits.
MAJ Montgomery Granger
Outstanding, Sir! Thank you! Hooah! http://sbprabooks.com/montgomeryjgranger/
Montgomery J. Granger | Official Author Website
About the Book U.S. Army Reserve Captain Montgomery Granger found himself the ranking Army Medical Department officer in a joint military operation like no other before it – taking care of terrorists and murderers just months after the horrors of September 11, 2001.
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