James Tongate

James Tongate has a distinguished career in the U.S. military, serving for over three decades across active duty Air Force, Kentucky Army National Guard, and Kentucky Air National Guard, culminating in his role as State Command Senior Enlisted Leader for the Kentucky National Guard. His military service included combat tours to Afghanistan as a C-130H Tactical Loadmaster, where he earned four commendation medals, demonstrating extensive experience in military operations and leadership. ng+3

As Vice President of Government & Military Relations at BeneLynk, James is a passionate advocate for veterans and military families, focusing on maintaining strong relationships with the VA and other government entities. He actively travels to VA facilities across the country to understand challenges, build partnerships, and ensure that veterans receive the support and resources they need, emphasizing the profound impact of their work on veterans' lives. benelynk+2

James is recognized as a national subject matter expert in veteran talent management, having developed and led successful veteran hiring programs at Marsh & McLennan Companies and Humana. His efforts were instrumental in these companies receiving national recognition as top Military Friendly® Employers, showcasing his expertise in strategic human resources and diversity & inclusion within the corporate sector. employingusvets+1