Our Founders
Uniform to Unity was founded by a team united in their commitment to supporting veterans during their transition from military to civilian life. Recognizing that traditional resources often focus on short-term solutions, our founders set out to create a holistic, long-term approach to career development, tailored to veterans’ unique skills and experiences.
Our vision is simple: to provide veterans with the tools, guidance, and support needed to build a fulfilling and successful civilian career. Through personalized career coaching, certification pathways, and community-based transition programs, Uniform to Unity offers meaningful, sustainable outcomes that empower veterans to thrive in their next chapter.
Board of Directors
Jarrod Peterson FounderJarrod is a government contracting and professional development expert with a strong background in training, consulting, and business operations. He specializes in helping individuals and organizations navigate certification pathways, procurement strategy, and performance improvement. Through ProPathways LLC, he supports structured growth and sustainable success.
Jacob Woodward CEOJacob Woodward is the Founder and CEO of Uniform to Unity Inc. and a business leader focused on veteran transitioning, workforce development, and structured organizational growth. He works at the intersection of leadership, project management, and community impact, building scalable systems that empower individuals to advance professionally and financially.
Matt Hass CFOMatt is a strategic leader with experience in workforce development, program operations, and community engagement. He focuses on aligning training initiatives with real career pathways, helping professionals build practical skills that translate into measurable results. His work centers on connecting people to opportunity through structured development and execution.
Shalis Gocinski CDOShalis Gocinski is passionate about giving back to her community and creating opportunities for others. She brings valuable skills in media engagement and event coordination that help bring people and organizations together. Her work focuses on supporting urban communities and creating positive opportunities for youth. She also cares deeply about supporting veterans and ensuring they have access to resources and community support. Through her dedication and outreach efforts, she continues to make a meaningful impact on the communities she serves.
