Jimmy Mac sits down with Chris Miles, Military Relations Manager at Sonepar and a retired Army combat veteran. Chris shares what combat on Route Irish in Afghanistan taught him about leadership and community. He explains his path from command sergeant major to corporate veteran advocate. He talks about his work with Sonepar’s Military and Veteran Program and his push to build strong support systems for service members and families.

He also breaks down upcoming veteran focused events. This includes Sonepar’s proposed support for the December 2025 Madden Tournament, the Month of the Military Child in May 2026, and the 2026 Veteran Ready Summit Gaming Activation. Chris explains why he sees gaming as a powerful way to bring veterans, families, and supporters together.

You can learn more about Sonepar at https://www.sonepar.com/

You can sign up for the Got Your Six Gaming Madden Tournament at https://lnkd.in/g86bRzpc. Event info is available at https://bwforg.donordrive.com/GY6GT.

You can watch the tournament on twitch.tv/bwforg.

Got Your Six Gaming brings veterans, gamers, and supporters together to raise funds for the Bob Woodruff Foundation. The December 4 open bracket features up to 256 players. The top four move on to play in the Dec 5 broadcast with Madden pros. Viewers can win giveaways throughout the stream. Compensation is offered to finalists and invitees.

Chris also speaks about community work with the Disabled American Veterans, Veterans of Foreign Wars, and the Wounded Warrior Project. His service path spans 26 years and includes leadership roles with ADP and the El Paso Chamber of Commerce.

Tune in for a direct and honest look at veteran transition, community impact, and the future of gaming events that support military families.

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