Seems a bit strange to give a shout out to the Marines and Sears in the same blog but if you read about Gunnery Sgt. Edward Schrank you will understand.
On a career path to commissioned officer, Schrank was diagnosed with adenocarcinoma. While undergoing grueling proton therapy after the removal of his eye, he studied to earn a master of business administration on top of his bachelor’s degree.
And then Sears Hometown Stores franchise announced a contest called Operation Stores & Stripes to help a U.S. Vet own one of their stores.
Schrank won the competition with the people in his hometown of Rochelle, Illinois. Sears part of the deal was to waive the franchise fee, pay all construction costs, and supply the first ninety days operating funds.
Why a shout out to the Marines? In Schrank's words, "“Once you can acquire a bit of finance and accounting, then the leadership skills that you have from the military environment ... will be the biggest competitive advantage. The military is a leadership factory."
Thank you to Sears for recognizing the efforts of our military veterans on behalf of us all. I wish Schrank all the prosperity he deserves.
See the original story at: Stars and Stripes
Cheryl Wills
co owner The Hard Bean Cafe
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