Judy Tomlinson ⋅ Dallas , TX Energy Future Holdings ⋅ 25 years experience

Hi, Lindsay. My company works with ACP to establish Mentor/Protege relationships in the Dallas area. I'd be happy to talk to you about what opportunities are available in Dallas/Ft. Worth and I'd also like to connect you to my last Protege who is also a single parent and moved to Dallas with her son. I'm sure Rebecca will have some great tips and insight. Feel free to call (214-500-5687) or email (tomlinsonjk@aol.com) me. I will help any way I can. My company has locations all over Texas. When I get your email I will send you a link to our job site.

Judy Tomlinson

Mardon Navalta ⋅ Dallas , TX Farmers Insurance Group ⋅ 10 years experience

Howdy Lindsay, Career opportunities are plentiful here in the DFW area. Cost of living is one of the best in the country.

I recommend a few steps to a successful transition.
1) Research the following links:
http://www.destinationdfw.com/
http://www.123relocation.com/texas/fort-worth/
www.angieslist.com
http://www.walkscore.com/live-more/
http://www.circleofmoms.com/military-spouses-with-children?trk=thread_community_box
http://www.yellowpages.com/fort-worth-tx/veterans-military-organizations
http://www.manta.com/mb_55_F02817N7_KGU/veterans_organization/fort_worth_tx
2) Save twice as much money as you think you need
3) Connect with people in DFW area.
Join:
a) Meetup.com. Select areas of interest/hobbies and join groups.
http://www.meetup.com/Women-Veterans-for-Greater-Dallas-Fort-Worth/
b) LinkedIn.com

Good luck in the Texas moove..

Lindsay Brewer ⋅ Milwaukee , WI U.S. Air Force, Senior Airman ⋅ 5 years served

Hi Katie

Thank you so much for the warm wishes, that means a lot. :)

I, for some reason, (probably being a new mom) didn't even think of the kid stuff...geesh. That's a really good idea.

Thank you again,

I will keep Austin in mind. I've heard it's awesome there, the music scene and stuff.

I'd love to hear more of it actually...if you do not mind?

Lindsay

Katie Cleary ⋅ Austin , TX Camino Real Ventures ⋅ 20 years experience

Hi Lindsay,
Good luck with the move! I am in Austin so if you decide to look farther south, can give recommendations more specifically. But I would start keeping a list of all of the kid-related needs so you can start looking for mom websites or ping local friends to get advice on good day cares or nanny services, pediatricians, since this can also impact where you will live/work.

I'm sure you will be successful in your move with this much advance planning. Hope you and your son love being future Texans!

Megan McCarthy ⋅ Dallas , TX ⋅ 2 years experience

Hi Lindsay,
Now is a great time to ask that question. There is a lot of hiring that goes on in the Fall semester. Thats where companies get their prime candidates. Its the best time to start making an impression. Many companies start recruiting in the Fall because they know what they're approved budgets are projected to be. Spring semester starts to get tougher but there are still opportunities out there. Feel free to email me personally if you have more questions (megan.elizabeth.mccarthy@gmail.com).

Lindsay Brewer ⋅ Milwaukee , WI U.S. Air Force, Senior Airman ⋅ 5 years served

Elise- Thank you, I just submitted my application! i wish I would have known about this 5 years ago when I got out of the military!

Judy- I will be emailing you shortly...it's breakfast time and I've got a hungry monster on my hands! :-)

Roger- I will be emailing you as well since you're from Houston. Houston/Conroe area was my original destination. I will tell you more in the email. :)

Roger Bhalla ⋅ Houston , TX ConocoPhillips ⋅ 25 years experience

Hi Lindsay. Glad to se you're thiking ahead - that's a big thing. Keep in mind that it can take 4-6 months to find employment, so you want to be well on your way in the search before you want to be in Ft Worth. Also, consider how restricted in location you need to be. For instance, if you're moving to FW to be near family to help with your son, you'll want to focus on that side of town. But if you can be more flexible, you open up more options in the DFW metroplex (like Hurst, Bedford, Euless, Arlington, etc.) that are still in the FW area. You can can email me at my gmail.com address if you you have some more specific questions (RogerBhalla@...).

Elise Rose ⋅ Homer , AK ⋅ 2 years experience

Good morning, Lindsay!

I would encourage you to also consider applying for a mentorship through ACP's <a href="http://acp-usa.org/Mentoring_Program">National Veteran Mentoring Program</a>.

Please let me know if you would like any additional information, or have any questions!