CAREER RECON
EXECUTIVE
This corporate leadership program helps transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses translate their military leadership into success in the private sector. Through business instruction, executive networking, and hands-on learning with Belmont University faculty, participants gain the knowledge and confidence to lead in today's business environment while earning a Certificate in Business Acumen.
LOCATION
Nashville, TN
LENGTH
Two weeks
FOCUS
Strategic leadership & executive growth
NETWORK
Executive level connections
curriculum
Belmont University
CERTIFICATE
Business Acumen - Belmont University
COST
Free for the participants
2026 Fall Cohort
September 21st - October 2nd
CAREER RECON
ADVANCED
Built for emerging leaders, this immersive program helps transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses bridge the gap between military experience and civilian leadership. Through hands-on instruction and industry-focused learning, participants develop the skills employers value most in business management, logistics, manufacturing, and supply chain operations.
LOCATION
Clarksville, TN
LENGTH
One week
FOCUS
Operational excellence & technical leadership
NETWORK
Industry connections
curriculum
Belmont University
CERTIFICATE
Operations Management - Belmont University
COST
Free for the participants
2026 Fall Cohort
October 26 - 30
In Partnership With
FAQ's
Career Recon is open to Veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses. Each program is designed for a different stage of leadership development, from emerging leaders to executive professionals.
Career Recon Executive is designed for individuals pursuing executive, senior management, or strategic leadership positions.
Career Recon Advanced is built for emerging leaders and front-line supervisors focused on operations, logistics, manufacturing, and supply chain management.
Yes. Both programs provide opportunities to engage with business leaders, employers, and industry professionals through networking, guest speakers, and company engagement.
Both programs use a competitive selection process. Space is limited, and applicants are selected based on their leadership potential, professional goals, and program fit.
Complete the online application and submit all requested information. Selected applicants will be contacted with next steps and program details.
“Operation Stand Down Tennessee’s Career Recon program exceeded my expectations. The staff’s passion for helping Veterans was clear every step of the way, creating an environment focused on our success after military service. Career Recon gave me practical business knowledge and valuable networking connections across Middle Tennessee. I left more confident, better prepared, and truly appreciative of the dedication OSDTN puts into helping Veterans transition into corporate life.”
Chris C.
Career Recon offers depth to the transition process that SFL-TAP simply cannot. It offers the micro view of key processes that gets the individual ready to enter workforce while establishing an acumen baseline to launch off.
Bethany W.