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MIL enjoys a Spring Fling at Kings Dominion

As a family-run business, MIL places a priority on appreciating not only the work that employees do,
but also in recognizing employee family and friends, as they often contribute to our ability to make the
difference at MIL. With this in mind, MIL added a Spring Celebration event in addition to our summer
and holiday celebrations.
On Saturday, April 14th, 2018, employees who reside in the DC, Maryland/Southern Maryland, and
Virginia areas and their immediate families were treated to a day of fun at Kings Dominion! During
a catered lunch in a private pavilion, guests could catch up with coworkers and got to meet a few
PEANUTS™ characters. Then it was off for some thrill seeking fun on the rides and attractions.

MIL recognized as a company “Above and Beyond”

Maryland Employer MIL joins thousands of American employers who have
Support of the Guard reviewed and amended their current human resources
and Reserve (ESGR), a policies to ensure compliance with the Uniformed Services
Department of Defense Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). Many
(DoD) office selected employers provide support far beyond what USERRA requires
MIL to honored with to include pay differential to offset the loss of wages, and
an “Above and Beyond extension of health care benefits which complement coverage
Award” in recognition of provided by the military when their employees are mobilized.
extraordinary support ESGR seeks to foster a culture in which all employers support
of its employees who and value the employment and military service of members
serve in the National of the National Guard and Reserve in the United States. ESGR
Guard and Reserve. facilitates and promotes a cooperative culture of employer
David Fernandez from support for National Guard and Reserve service by developing
MIL’s Recruiting Team accepted the award on behalf of MIL and advocating mutually beneficial initiatives, recognizing
organization during an ESGR employer recognition event held outstanding employer support, increasing awareness of
May 12 in Annapolis, Maryland. applicable laws and policies, resolving potential conflicts
“The ESGR Above and Beyond Award was created by ESGR to between employers and their service members, and acting as
publicly recognize American employers providing extraordinary the employers’ principal advocate within DoD. Paramount to
patriotic support and cooperation to their employees, who like ESGR’s mission is encouraging employment of Guardsmen and
the citizen warriors before them, have answered their nation’s Reservists who bring integrity, global perspective and proven
call to serve, said Jean Hulet, Maryland ESGR state chair. leadership to the civilian workforce.
“Supportive employers are critical to maintaining the strength For more information about ESGR outreach programs or
and readiness of the nation’s Guard and Reserve units.” volunteer opportunities, call 1-800-336-4590 or visit
www.ESGR.mil.

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