U.S. Department of Labor recognition reflects ScentAir’s commitment to helping veterans translate military experience into meaningful civilian careers.
CHARLOTTE, N.C., Nov. 5, 2026 – ScentAir has been recognized by the U.S. Department of Labor as a 2026 HIRE Vets Medallion Award Gold recipient, earning Gold recognition in the company’s first year applying for the federal award.
The HIRE Vets Medallion Award Program is the only federal award program that recognizes employers for successfully recruiting, hiring and retaining veterans. Recognition by the U.S. Department of Labor reflects ScentAir’s focused initiative to help veterans translate the skills, leadership and experience developed through military service into meaningful civilian careers.
In 2025, 12% of ScentAir’s new hires were veterans, exceeding the 7% hiring threshold for Gold recognition. Today, 13 veterans representing the Army, Air Force, Navy and Marine Corps are part of ScentAir.
“As a veteran, I know firsthand that transitioning from military service into a civilian career isn’t always easy,” said Pablo J. Espin, Vice President of Human Resources at ScentAir. “That is why this recognition means so much to me. It reflects the work of our Veterans Employee Resource Group, our managers and the partners who help veterans make that transition successfully. More importantly, it sends a message to veterans and military families that ScentAir is a place where their experience is valued and where they can continue to build a meaningful career.”
Turning Military Experience into Opportunity
ScentAir recognizes the value that military experience brings to the workplace. The company’s Talent Acquisition team works to translate military candidates’ experience into civilian terms and connect their skills to the right opportunities within ScentAir.
Building on their commitment to hire and retain veteran employees, in 2024 they launched ScentAir’s Veterans Employee Resource Group. The ERG provides ScentAir’s veteran employees with peer support, mentorship and professional development. The group also connects them with partnerships and programs that can offer group participants additional resources.
Beyond their internal programs, ScentAir is committed to uplifting veterans outside their employees and candidate pool. ScentAir partners with Veterans Bridge Home offering career coaching and benefits navigation, participates in the South Carolina Department of Veterans’ Affairs Pathfinder Program, and is working toward participation in the Department of Defense SkillBridge program for transitioning service members.
During their annual Week of Service, the ScentAir Veterans ERG also extends its impact into the community. For three years running, ScentAir’s Week of Service has included volunteer clean-ups in community green areas connected to local veterans including Cedar Grove Cemetery and Camp Greene Park through its partnership with Veterans Bridge Home. Outside of their annual Week of Service, in 2025 the ScentAir team volunteered to assist in building homes for veterans in remembrance of 9/11 in an additional collaboration between Veterans Bridge Home and Habitat for Humanity.
ScentAir joins 772 other companies from 47 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico recognized through the 2026 HIRE Vets Medallion Award program.
For ScentAir, its first Gold recognition represents a milestone, not a finish line. The company plans to continue strengthening its veteran community and expanding opportunities and support for veterans and military families.
About ScentAir
ScentAir Technologies, LLC., privately held and founded in 1994, provides best-in-class ambient scent marketing solutions to many of the world's most recognized brands. As the global leader in olfactory marketing, the Company creates memorable impressions for both small businesses and global enterprises, elevating their customer experience through the power of scent. Based in Charlotte, NC, USA, and corporate offices in the United Kingdom, France, Netherlands, China, Hong Kong, Japan and Australia. The Company's 525+ global team members service customers in 119 countries through its dedicated global supply chain and manufacturing operations in North America, Europe, and Asia. ScentAir is committed to the creation of customized scent strategies that boost clients' brand sentiments, customer loyalty, and sales. To learn more, go to ScentAir.com.
About the HIRE Vets Medallion Program
The HIRE Vets Medallion Award is earned by businesses that demonstrate commitment to attracting, hiring and retaining veterans. The program recognizes large, medium and small employers at Gold and Platinum levels. The 2027 HIRE Vets Medallion Award application period opens Jan. 31, 2027. For more information, visit HIREVets.gov.
