Loyal Source wins 2026 HIRE Vets Medallion Award

The U.S. Department of Labor gave Loyal Source Government Services a gold 2026 HIRE Vets Medallion Award on Nov. 12 for its hiring and retention of Veterans. The Orlando-based company said roughly one in six employees are Veterans, and the award highlights its Veteran-focused recruiting, training and career support efforts.

Why it matters: - The gold HIRE Vets Medallion Award is the only federal-level award focused on Veterans’ employment. - The recognition signals that Loyal Source Government Services has met federal standards for hiring, retaining and supporting Veterans in the workplace. - Roughly one in six Loyal Source employees are Veterans, tying the award to the company’s workforce strategy.

What happened: - The U.S. Department of Labor recognized Loyal Source Government Services on Nov. 12 as a 2026 gold HIRE Vets Medallion Award recipient. - Loyal Source is based in Orlando, Florida. - The award program honors employers that successfully recruit, hire and retain Veterans. - Loyal Source said the recognition reflects its commitment to building long-term career paths for Veterans.

The details: - Loyal Source met federal employment and Veteran integration criteria tied to Veteran hiring and retention percentages. - The company also had to show availability of Veteran-specific resources, leadership programming for Veterans, dedicated human resources efforts, pay compensation and tuition assistance programs. - Brian Moore, Loyal Source CEO, said Veterans are core to the company and to its mission supporting the healthcare needs of Veterans, Service Members and their families. - Larry Lacefield, Loyal Source senior vice president of Veterans Affairs and a retired U.S. Navy Force Master Chief, said awards like this help recognize companies that support Veterans and use their skills. - Loyal Source participates in the Department of War SkillBridge Program, which helps Service Members build networks, gain experience and prepare for civilian jobs. - Loyal Source said the company is dedicated to an environment where Veterans can grow professionally, build careers and contribute through their work. - The HIRE Vets Medallion Awards are part of the Honoring Investments in Recruiting and Employing American Military Veterans Act. - Award tiers include platinum and gold, with categories for large, medium and small employers.

Between the lines: - The award gives Loyal Source a federal credential it can use to reinforce its employer brand with Veterans and job seekers. - The company’s participation in SkillBridge suggests a broader pipeline strategy, not just post-service hiring. - The recognition also places Loyal Source within a larger cohort of employers competing for Veteran talent. - Loyal Source joins 772 other companies from 47 states, plus the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico, as 2026 recipients. - Since 2019, nearly 2,300 employers have earned 6,143 HIRE Vets Medallion Awards.

What’s next: - Loyal Source is likely to continue using Veteran hiring and retention programs as part of its workforce strategy. - The company’s public profile in Veteran employment could support future recruiting and retention efforts. - The HIRE Vets program will continue to recognize employers that meet the award’s standards for Veteran support.

The bottom line: - Loyal Source’s 2026 federal honor underscores Veteran hiring as both a workforce priority and a public measure of employer commitment.

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