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60 G.I. JOBS | OCTOBER 2016 | GIJOBS.COM Project Manager, User Experience & Digital Services, The Coca-Cola Company PATRICK HADDOCK Why did you choose this career path? I've been fortunate to work for a company that offers many opportunities to broaden career experiences within the organization. I have intentionally moved across multiple functions, starting with supply chain because it was the most natural fit given my logistics background. Since then, I have worked in sales, marketing and now user experience roles. It's been very rewarding! How long before separaঞon did you begin your job search? I began my search about five months out from separation. Best advice for transiঞoning service members? Set realistic expectations. You may feel like you're taking a step back or starting over. It's because you are, and that's OK. If you take the values you learned in the military with you, you will quickly rise above your peers and be a huge success! What's the coolest thing about your job? I just love working for an iconic brand like Coca-Cola. In addition to all the cool things I get to do with my day-to-day job, I also get to impact the veteran community through my leadership of the Military Veterans Business Resource Group. Age: 38 Military Service: Lt. Col. (O-5), Army (2000-2006) Army Reserve (2006-Present) MOS: Multifunctional Logistics Officer (90A) Education: Bachelor's, economics and business, Virginia Military Institute, 2000 MBA, University of Georgia, 2014 LIEUTENANT COLONEL