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L) Dan O’Leary, USMEPCOM 11th Battalion executive director, and Gregory Russell, St. Louis MEPS lead medical technician, pose for a photo at St. Louis MEPS. Gregory Russell leveraged the DoD SkillBridge program to transition from active duty into a civilian role at St. Louis MEPS, supporting future applicants through the accession process.

Jan. 9, 2026

SkillBridge Helps Separated Service Member Continue the Mission at St. Louis MEPS

ST LOUIS, Mo. — As soon to be separating service members across USMEPCOM prepare for life after uniform, one program offers a powerful bridge to civilian careers, the Department of Defense SkillBridge program. For Gregory Russell, SkillBridge was the opportunity that allowed him to transition smoothly from active duty into a civilian role while continuing to serve future generations of service members.