This military veteran was a Security Forces Guard who once protected U.S. Generals stationed in Europe. Now, he recruits, coaches and helps to develop sales associates at Impact Networking in Inidana.
Veterans Way
Profiles of US veterans working in the office technology industry.
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Veterans
VETERANS WAY: Meet Chris Brown, Military Veteran and IT Service Desk Supervisor at Impact Networking
by Frank G. CannataU.S. Navy veteran Christopher Brown has been nominated for The Cannata Report’s 2025 Outstanding Veteran Award.
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Datamax’s Campbell, USAF Vet, Named Finalist for Outstanding Veteran Award
by Frank G. CannataA Fourth of July military veterans Q&A with the head of internal IT staff at dealer Datamax in Arkansas.
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Veterans Way: Angelita Fanas Is a Proud Latina, U.S. Army Military Veteran and an AV Expert at Sharp
by Frank G. CannataMilitary veteran Angelita Fanas has journeyed from active service in the U.S. Army to becoming a valued team member of Sharp’s AV team.
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Veterans Way: Jay Bartlett’s Journey from Military Service to IT Leadership
by Frank G. CannataAn Air Force veteran shares his experience in special operations, his transition to civilian life, and advice for fellow veterans seeking meaningful careers.
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Veterans Way: The Battle of Ia Drang Valley: Lt. Col. Hal Moore’s Legacy of Leadership
by Frank G. CannataIn all my research on World War I, World War II, the Korean War, Vietnam, Iraq, and Afghanistan, one American hero is Lieutenant Colonel Harold G. “Hal” Moore.
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The resilience Luke Oldenburg learned in the Army has been an asset in his new career.
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Veterans Way: Impact Networking’s Shane Bartelt’s Inspiring Career Path
by Frank G. CannataShane Bartelt describes his transition from the Marine Corps to the office technology industry.
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Veterans Way: Honoring Visual Edge IT’s Julie Anderson’s Journey of Service and Dedication
by CJ Cannataby CJ CannataThis month, we highlight U.S. Navy veteran Julie Anderson, an accounts payable specialist at Visual Edge IT.
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Veterans Way: Pacific Office Automation’s Ron Rupright’s Journey from the Military to Office Technology
by Frank G. CannataPacific Office Automation’s vice president of service is an inspiration to fellow veterans and co-workers.
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Veterans Way: Julius Moore’s Path from Army Drill Instructor to Educator
by Frank G. CannataLessons learned in the military have aided Julius Moore’s transition to civilian life.
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Veteran’s Way: Sharp’s Chris Johnson’s Inspirational and Meaningful Military Detour
by Frank G. CannataSharp’s Chris Johnson paused his career in the office technology industry to serve his country.
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Veteran’s Way | Paul Douglas: The Oldest Marine to Go Through Boot Camp
by Frank G. CannataFrank G. Cannata tells the story of Paul Douglas, a Marine notable for being the oldest to not only make it through boot camp but serve with distinction.
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Veterans Way: Paris Davis, An American Hero Receives the Medal of Honor
by Frank G. CannataAfter reading about Paris Davis, Frank G. Cannata revisits the stories of other veterans who received long overdue recognition from the U.S. Government.
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Op-Ed & Commentary
Frankly Speaking: A Passionate Plea to Do More to Assist Veterans in Need
by Frank G. CannataVeterans are important to Frank G. Cannata as he asks the office technology industry to look beyond veterans’ employment needs and consider their mental and physical health needs as well.
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Frank G. Cannata shares the eulogy he wrote for Carol Cannata’s uncle, Angelo Giambusso, a World War II veteran, and business leader who passed away last September.
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Awards & Charity
Canon U.S.A. Recognized by Forbes as One of America’s Best Employers for Veterans in 2022
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenCanon U.S.A., Inc. announced that Forbes has recognized Canon as one of America’s Best Employers for Veterans 2022. Forbes and Statista Inc. announced Canon’s inclusion…
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Lambert was in the thick of the action during the invasion of North Africa, the attack on Sicily, and the landings on…
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Veterans Utilize Their Expertise – and Canon Cameras & Printers – as Part of Photography Course for Fellow Former Service Members
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenThe branches of the United States military stress the importance of duty and assisting fellow service members. For many veterans, that sentiment extends after being discharged…
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The all-Latino unit from Puerto Rico distinguished itself during the Korean War. Above: Han River, South Korea – Members of the Puerto…
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Issue Announcements
June Issue Celebrates Document Imaging Industry’s Young Influencers
by CJ Cannataby CJ CannataThis is the ninth year we’ve had the privilege of honoring the document imaging industry’s young influencers. When I first conceived…
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CIT’s Mike Jones, a U.S. Army veteran, is fully committed to his fellow veterans. In our efforts to reach out to industry…
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Memorial Day serves as a fitting tribute to those that have made the ultimate sacrifice. They died in the service of our country…
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Video
Fridays with Frank: CIT’s Mike Jones Discusses His Company’s Initiatives to Help Veterans
by Scott Cullenby Scott CullenIn the latest installment of Fridays with Frank, Frank G. Cannata is joined by Mike Jones, president of Business Capital for CIT, a division of First Citizens…
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Our coverage of corporations that have done an outstanding job of supporting veterans, including HP, Ricoh, and U.S. Bank, has inspired readers to reach out to us about their own…

