David Snyder

About David Snyder

Transitioning out of the Army is one of the most challenging professional shifts a person can make. Structure changes, identity shifts, and choosing the wrong first civilian path can set you back years.I work with Army professionals who are exploring civilian career options that reward leadership, accountability, and discipline — particularly licensed, client-facing professional paths.I don’t place people into jobs or make income promises. My role is to help individuals understand how their military experience translates, what civilian licensing actually involves, and which paths are worth considering — and which are not — based on their goals and transition timeline.If you’re transitioning and still evaluating your options, I’m always open to a conversation.

Experience

1. Career Transition Mentor (Licensed Financial Services)

   World Financial Group (WFG)

   Jan 2012 — Present

   I work with professionals transitioning from structured careers — particularly military service — into civilian professional paths that reward leadership, accountability, and long-term development.My role focuses on mentorship, training, and education around licensed professional pathways, including:understanding civilian licensing requirementstranslating leadership experience into client-facing rolesevaluating structured employment vs independent professional pathsavoiding common mistakes during the first 12–24 months post-transitionI do not place individuals into jobs or make income promises. My work is centered on fit, preparation, and long-term sustainability.

Education

• Syracuse University

  Bachelor's degree, Psychology

  1974 — 1978

Skills

• Social Media Advertising
• Procurement
• Catering
• Business Development
• Hospitality
• Restaurants
• Leadership
• Concept Development
• Training
• Food Cost Strategy
• Website Design
• Food Service Operations
• Weddings
• Recruiting
• Web Design
• Food
• Culinary Skills
• Menu Development
• Sales
• Food & Beverage
• Parties
• Customer Service
• Restaurant Management
• Team Building
• Management
• Personnel Management
• Food Service