September 2024: ACP congratulates Tom Brickley and Tashia Oswald of BMO!

Tom has been an extraordinary mentor and coach, far exceeding my expectations. From the very start, his unwavering support for my goals and ambitions has been nothing short of incredible. Together, we’ve dedicated ourselves to fine-tuning my resume to match my career objectives. Despite the tough challenge of translating my military experience into the finance sector, Tom has been a steadfast guide throughout the entire process.

We regularly meet to review my progress, and he’s currently setting up mock interviews to further refine my skills. Despite his busy schedule and remarkable success as an executive, Tom interacts with me with an exceptional level of humility and down-to-earth sincerity. His genuine commitment to my success and his ability to bolster my confidence during this transition has been invaluable.

Without Tom’s guidance and support, navigating this pivotal moment in my life would have been far more daunting. I am immensely grateful for his mentorship and hope that our bond will continue well beyond the formal end of our mentor-mentee relationship.”

– Todd S., U.S. Air Force, Georgia

Since our very first meeting, Tashia and I immediately connected. From day one, she has been incredibly supportive and approachable, always taking the time to listen to my fears and concerns about my career. What I appreciate most about Tashia is that she never downplayed my concerns or made me feel insignificant, no matter how trivial they might have seemed.

Despite not having a PMP certification or direct project management experience, Tashia’s dedication to mentoring is evident in her willingness to research, reach out to colleagues for specific advice, and guide me to the best of her ability. This level of commitment shows her genuine care for my growth and success.

From day one, Tashia has provided invaluable guidance even when I’ve been a bit stubborn. She consistently encourages me to improve and become the best version of myself. One of the most impactful moments of her mentorship was when she encouraged me to study for the CAPM exam – a challenge that terrified me. Thanks to her unwavering support, I now have a scheduled exam date (this month).

When I first met Tashia, I had a plan but needed encouragement and guidance to bring it to life. After being out of work for two years, the prospect of applying to positions was daunting. Yet, Tashia’s faith in my abilities never wavered. Less than 1.5 months after I met her, I received a job offer! Tashia was instrumental in helping me navigate the negotiations and pinpoint exactly what I wanted from an employer.

Tashia has made a significant impact on my life, and I am incredibly grateful for her mentorship. Her dedication and the connection we share have been truly transformative, and I am thankful to ACP for bringing us together.”

– Tara C., U.S. Air Force Spouse, Missouri