Join Command Sgt. Maj. John Foley, U.S. Army Recruiting Command, and Sgt. Jessica McNeill as they discuss using social media as an Army recruitment tool. Sgt. McNeill shares best practices from her experience connecting with prospects through Instagram, and how she earned support of 'mini-recruiters'/'ambassadors' at local high schools through her social media presence and crafting skills.
*Originally recorded on Instagram LIVE @usarec_csm September 26, 2022. Visit Instagram to share tips and join the discussion in the comments section.
Sep 27, 2022
32 min
Join Command Sgt. Maj. John Foley, U.S. Army Recruiting Command, and Sgt. 1st Class Mohamed Kaba as they discuss how Kaba found a niche market in enlisting green card holders into the U.S. Army, and how other recruiting NCOs can find their niche recruiting market, and build relationships with prospects and in their communities.
*Originally recorded on Instagram LIVE @usarec_csm.
Aug 23, 2022
33 min
In this episode of Behind the Greens, USAREC’s command sergeant major, CSM John Foley, talks with Staff Sgt. Joseph Trentacosta, a former recruiting noncommissioned officer and a member of the Sergeant Audie Murphy Club. Listen in to learn about SSG Trentacosta's Army story, the command's 'Call to Service' campaign, and the Army's enlist incentives currently available.
Jul 20, 2022
24 min
In the second episode of Season 2 of Behind the Greens, USAREC’s command sergeant major, CSM Foley, talks with Ken Wong, who serves as a Civilian Aide to the Secretary of the Army. They discuss the Army, recruiting efforts, and a wrap-up of Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.
Jun 16, 2022
29 min
In the first episode of Season 2 of Behind the Greens, USAREC’s command sergeant major, CSM Foley, talks with the command sergeant major of the Marketing and Engagement Brigade, CSM Latosha Ravenell. They discuss the great things MEB is doing, as well as CSM Ravenell’s unique perspective as a woman serving in the Army.
Apr 6, 2022
22 min
In episode 16 of “Behind the Greens: Serving with Purpose,” USAREC’s Command Sgt. Maj. John Foley speaks with Army musicians from the band, As You Were, to discuss the role of music in the Army. He talks with Sgt. 1st Class Ryan Kaluza, Staff Sgt. Austin West and Staff Sgt. Tom Katsiyiannis about how new applicants and current Soldiers can follow their musical passions with an Army band. To learn more about how to become an Army musician, go to goarmy.com/band.
May 26, 2021
29 min
In episode 15 of “Behind the Greens: Serving with Purpose,” USAREC’s Command Sgt. Maj. John Foley talks with Sgt. 1st Class Paul Treves, a career recruiter and an instructor at the Army’s Recruiting and Retention College, on the qualifications applicants must meet to join the U.S. Army. They discuss the requirements to serve, the enlistment process and options, misperceptions about joining the Army, and Treves’ personal story of joining through the Army Acquired Skills Program. Interested applicants can find out more about the Army enlistment process at goarmy.com/learn.
May 12, 2021
33 min
In episode 14 of “Behind the Greens: Serving with Purpose,” USAREC’s Command Sgt. Maj. John Foley sits down with Maj. Gen. Kevin Vereen, commanding general for U.S. Army Recruiting Command, to discuss the second annual Army National Hiring Days, happening May 10-June 14. They talk about the virtual career fairs that will occur across the country and how young Americans can “Join Us” at events in their area. Learn more at goarmy.com/hiringdays! #ArmyHiringDays21
Apr 28, 2021
21 min
Rangers lead the way! In episode 13 of “Behind the Greens: Serving with Purpose,” we highlight the U.S. Army Rangers and the 75th Ranger Regiment. Rangers are trained to perform several key missions – such as direct action raids and airfield seizures. USAREC’s Command Sgt. Maj. John Foley and Sgt. Derek Wagner, a Ranger with the 3rd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment, discuss the role of Rangers, the training they experience, and how to prepare for the Ranger Assessment and Selection Program.
Apr 14, 2021
24 min
In episode 12 of “Behind the Greens: Serving with Purpose,” we highlight the U.S. Army Special Forces, Green Berets are trained to perform several key missions -- each meant to be performed effectively and efficiently in a small-team operational structure. USAREC’s Command Sgt. Maj. John Foley and J.J. a Green Beret Engineer Sergeant will, discuss the unique role of the U.S. Army Special Forces, the training and how to prepare to become a Green Beret and what their role is with the Army’s important mission to fight and win America’s wars.
Mar 31, 2021
36 min
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