The ASCEND Collective

Laura Brinley of Fire Baked Cookies found comfort in baking while her husband, Wilson was deployed. She turned her passion into a business. Every purchase supports injured firefighters. Find these amazing morsels at firebakedcookies.com ABB Podcast youtu.be/_uyj7FSOvY8

Having a disability is just an invitation to blaze your own incredible trail! Your unique journey is a testament to your unstoppable spirit—shine bright and keep soaring! #DisabilityPride #Unstoppable #Inspiration

⚖️ Second Chances Shouldn’t Be Rare — They Should Be Real. Learn how Mission2 ASCEND is working to make a difference at theascendcollective.org/mission-2-asce… #Mission2ASCEND #JusticeInvolvedTalent #TogetherWeASCEND

⚖️ Second Chances Shouldn’t Be Rare — They Should Be Real. Learn how Mission2 ASCEND is working to make a difference at theascendcollective.org/mission-2-asce… #Mission2ASCEND #JusticeInvolvedTalent #TogetherWeASCEND

Russell Lehmann, a 33-year-old speaker, poet, and activist living with autism, OCD, depression, and anxiety, beautifully captures the autistic experience. October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month. 💙 #AutismAwareness #Neurodiversity #MentalHealth

🔥 If you don’t know your “why,” your business will eventually run out of fuel. 💡 Your “why” isn’t just the reason you start — it’s the reason you stay. 👉 Read our latest article theascendcollective.org/findingyourwhy/

Through MilSpouse ASCEND, we help military spouses connect with career opportunities. And with Founders ASCEND, we empower those ready to take the leap into entrepreneurship. Different paths, same mission—helping military spouses succeed wherever their journey leads.

⚓ Celebrating 250 Years of the U.S. Navy ⚓ For 250 years, the U.S. Navy has stood as a symbol of strength, honor, and service—protecting our freedoms at sea and around the world. Here’s to a proud legacy and the next 250 years of excellence. Happy Birthday, @USNavy !

This is what a second chance looks like. Breaking Free Industries is proving that people are more than their past. Their team is made up of individuals rebuilding their lives through hard work, fair pay, and true craftsmanship. #TogetherWeASCEND

Are you ready to upskill? Our new collaboration with iZen's Boots2Bytes program is offering free certifications to transitioning service members, veterans, and military / veteran spouses. Learn more and register for the next cohort at izen.ai/solutions/boot…

Starting or growing a business can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to do it alone. Founders ASCEND is here to help entrepreneurs build strong foundations, understand HR and hiring practices, and create sustainable growth strategies. Together We ASCEND!

Meeting the challenge!! This week, Monica Fullerton, the Founder and CEO of Spouse-ly put out a call to action; Purchase at least one product or service from a small business on Spouse-ly. spouse-ly.com Read more lnkd.in/euUxg5Jb

Living with a disability often means navigating life differently, but it also builds resilience, adaptability, and perspective. We celebrate the balance and strength that people with disabilities bring to every space—because ability comes in many forms. theascendcollective.org/ability-ascend/

Fear, doubt, and worry steal possibility—whether in childhood or in entrepreneurship. We help founders replace fear with focus, doubt with confidence, and worry with the tools to thrive. Because when founders are supported, they don’t just create businesses—they create impact.

Looking to gain hands-on experience as you transition from military service? Apply today and start your journey with us! theascendcollective.org/skillbridge/

Established in 2022, The ASCEND Collective grew from the foundation of Veterans ASCEND, created in 2018. What started with a mission to support veterans has expanded into a community-driven network of programs dedicated to breaking barriers, fostering opportunity.

Military spouses often face unique challenges in maintaining consistent employment due to factors related to military life including frequent relocations. We are proud to be a partner of MSEP and support our Military Spouses. Learn more at theascendcollective.org

Everyone has unique strengths to offer. For people with disabilities, focusing on what you can do can unlock new opportunities and possibilities. Together, we can create workplaces and communities where ability always comes first. Working to make a difference!

Mission2 ASCEND: A Community Committed to Change Too often, talented people are overlooked—not because they lack ability, but because traditional hiring systems fail to see their full potential. #Mission2Ascend #SecondChances #TogetherWeASCEND #TheASCENDCollective

🚨 “Scammers and the searchers” — Job seekers are increasingly being targeted by sophisticated scams that cost them not only money, but confidence in their search. Our mission is to ensure Veterans never have to question if the job opportunity. theascendcollective.org