Cory Boatwright

Cory Boatwright serves as the leader of Military & Veteran Programs at LinkedIn and instructor for USO's Coursera program. Through his course "Making Your Military Transition a Transformation," he helps service members navigate the challenging transition from military to civilian life. His credentials include degrees in International Relations and Philosophy, Politics, and Economics from the University of Pennsylvania, combined with distinguished service in the U.S. Air Force as a strategic communications manager. His military career included multiple deployments, earning him several honors including the Air Force Combat Action Medal and five Airman of the Year awards. Prior to his current role, he held positions at Deloitte and BlackRock, bringing valuable corporate experience to his teaching. His eight-week course, developed in partnership with USO and Coursera, covers topics including career planning, personal development, and transition strategies, drawing from his unique perspective as both a veteran and corporate leader. The course has enrolled over 2,300 students and maintains a 4.5/5 rating from learners.