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"When I was getting out of the military, I did not want to be another veteran who didn’t have their ducks

in a row before transitioning. I served 10 years of active duty and had a great career; I did not want to

back track. In the midst of transitioning, I was introduced to VMPI to help me with some of my

transitioning questions. You hear about a lot of these so called “Veteran” programs that are in place to

help the transitioning process, but most fall short. I can tell you that VMPI did not fall short, nor did

they meet my needs, they exceeded my needs. They weren’t only there for me when I transitioned, I

still talk to my mentor and we don’t just talk, they actually check on my well-being. 

"This program is

more than an aid for a time in your life, it’s an aid to push you forward in life while supporting you and

your personal goals. With all the help I received I wanted to pay it forward learning so much, I have

been able to assist 112 military members with answers to their questions about what is best for them

and their families. I wouldn’t have been able to help so many without the dedicated staff at VMPI. My

main mentor was James Espinoza and I will never be able to thank him enough for the compassion and

just real life experience he shared with me. I also sent James a couple military members who needed

guidance with career sets outside of my wheelhouse and through his connections he was able to

connect them with the right people. I have to say I would not have been as ready as I was if it was not

for VMPI."

- J.S. US AIR FORCE VETERAN, NOW ACTIVE LEO

"When I first met VMPI President, James Espinoza, MS, it was to ask if he could give me some quick advice about applying to be a police officer. I only expected a quick phone (call) where I would receive some cliff notes about the application process. To my surprise, he offered for me the opportunity to meet (in person) and devote time out of his day to give me his advice on the application process. 

Afterwards, he held a mock interview for me and has since been a person I could turn to for advice on the subject matter. I never felt rushed and could see that he was willing to take the time to help me achieve my goal. I have come away feeling more knowledgeable and confidEnt in my own abilities due to James' efforts. 

"James has also made sure to keep my spirits up when things were not going my way. Although I have known James only for a short period of time, I can say whole heartily that he has made a positive impact on my life and will be a huge reason why I have not given up on my goal to become a police officer." - G.G. US ARMY OFFICER, ACTIVE