Vermont Business Magazine Vermont Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), locally representing ESGR, a Department of Defense agency, announced that Governor Phil Scott has signed a proclamation declaring August 20-26, 2017 as Vermont Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Week. This proclamation mirrors the spirit and intent of a Presidential Proclamation signed earlier in the week, giving gratitude to our many employers who have provided exceptional support to our citizen warriors.
In the nearly 16 years of continuous military operations since September 11, 2001, employers across the Nation have remained committed to supporting their employees who serve in the military. In Vermont, well over 2,000 employers have been impacted by the various deployments of the Army and Air National Guard. Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Week is a time to honor those who serve in the Guard and Reserve, while giving thanks to their employers, whose support is a critical component of the Guard’s readiness and our national defense.
In concert with the National proclamation of ESGR Week, Headquarters, ESGR will also present the Secretary of Defense Freedom Award to 15 national-level finalists. The Freedom Award is the most prestigious award given to a civilian employer of a Guard or Reserve member. In Vermont, Control Technologies and LORD Corporation Sensing Systems, both of Williston, were among 148 semi-finalists for that award out of over 3,000 nominations nationwide.
Jean O’Sullivan, Chair of the Vermont ESGR Committee, stated that, “We are fortunate in that employers in Vermont have traditionally been very supportive of their employees who serve in the Guard or Reserve. They want to do the right thing, with or without federal regulatory requirements. We believe that they serve as well, by supporting their dual-career employees.”
About Vermont ESGR:
Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve is a Department of Defense agency established in 1972 to develop and maintain employer support for Guard and Reserve service. ESGR advocates relevant initiatives, recognizes outstanding support, increases awareness of applicable laws, and resolves conflict between service members and employers. Paramount to ESGR's mission is encouraging the employment of Guardsmen, and Reservists, who bring integrity, global perspective and proven leadership to the civilian workforce.
Source: Vermont ESGR