Memorial Day is a time to reflect on the service and sacrifice our nation’s veterans have made in order to protect our freedom.  We are just a few days removed from its observance, and many of us have fresh memories of going to a parade or ceremony honoring our veterans or saying thanks to uniformed active duty personnel while making our way through the airport.  Ask any vet if these gesture are meaningful and they will say they do, but what about the other 364 days each year?  At 1-800-SWEEPER, we have begun an initiative to honor and thank our vets by profiling their individual stories throughout the year.  Our purpose here is twofold:  to thank our veterans for their service and remind all of our partners that many of the skills learned while serving in the military translate well to civilian life.  If you are looking to hire a new employee or replace a departing member of your team, consider hiring a vet.

This month’s column features Marty Doll of Progressive Sweeping Contractors, Inc. in Toledo, Ohio.  During his career with the Marine Corps, Marty rose to the level of Captain, serving with the 2^nd, 4^th & 1^st Marine Divisions from 1980-1994.  He also saw active duty during and Operation Desert Storm.  …