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Mark Hill MBE
Founder & Editor
Mark Hill MBE – Biography
Founder & Editor – RESHAPE Media Group
Multi-Award-Winning British Army Veteran
Mark Hill MBE is a highly decorated, multi-award-winning British Army Veteran with over 32 years of combined Regular and Reserve service, recognised nationally for his exceptional leadership and commitment to the Armed Forces community.
Mark served 22 years in the British Army, reaching the rank of Warrant Officer, and a further 10 years as an Army Reservist. His distinguished career included over six years on operational duty in Northern Ireland, Bosnia, Kosovo, Iraq, and Afghanistan.
Throughout his service, Mark played a pivotal role in the training and development of more than 7,500 British Army Officers, Soldiers, and Royal Marine Commandos. He led Operational Mentoring and Liaison Training (OMLT), delivering pre-deployment training for units deploying to Afghanistan, and made significant contributions to the design and implementation of the British Army’s Operational Training and Advisory Group (OPTAG) programmes.
Mark’s dedication and impact have been recognised through multiple honours, including:
- Member of the British Empire (MBE), appointed by Her Majesty The Queen for exceptional service to the Armed Forces.
- Commendation for Distinguished Service and Commendation for Exceptionally Valuable Service, recognising outstanding contributions to operational effectiveness and national defence.
- Most Outstanding British Army Veteran, National Armed Forces & Emergency Services Awards.
- Veteran Community Champion Award, Building Heroes Awards, presented by the Secretary of State for the Armed Forces.
- His continued service beyond uniform has been recognised nationally, including honours at the English Veterans Awards in both the Volunteer of the Year and Entrepreneur of the Year categories.
As the Founder & Editor of RESHAPE — The Armed Forces Service Leavers Resettlement Magazine — Mark has built a trusted, award-winning publication that redefines how Service Leavers transition to civilian life.
Through the Veterans iHub, Ministry of Defence briefings, and thousands of personal engagements, Mark has grown RESHAPE into a national platform connecting Service Leavers, Veterans, Reservists, employers, training providers, educators, and community partners with clarity, opportunity, and purpose.
He is also the Founder & Editor of The Reservist. This in-service publication promotes, informs, and inspires Regular Service Leavers about Reserve Service, further strengthening the link between military experience and civilian opportunity.
Fortune Favours The Brave
Our Mission
Our mission is to support and uplift the Armed Forces community by providing valuable insights, inspiring stories, and practical resources through our bi-monthly magazine. By showcasing businesses and organisations committed to the Armed Forces Covenant and the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, we aim to foster a strong, connected, and supportive network for Service Leavers, Veterans, Reservists, and their families.
We are excited to share some fantastic news with you! RESHAPE Media Ltd is supporting Catterick Garrison’s Veterans iHub creating a monthly magazine aimed at inspiring, informing, and providing advice to our incredible Armed Forces community. Through this initiative, we hope to shed light on the stories, achievements, and challenges of our Service Leavers, Veterans, Reservists and families while offering valuable insights and guidance. Our magazine will explore a diverse array of topics, from personal narratives and career transitions to health and wellness. We’ll also cover educational and training opportunities, job prospects, and feature supportive employers from the Armed Forces community, along with highlighting relevant resources.
By delivering this content monthly, we strive to foster a strong sense of community and support among the Armed Forces in Catterick Garrison and beyond. We believe that sharing these stories and insights can inspire and connect us all.
We’re excited to be part of this effort and are dedicated to making a positive impact on our Armed Forces community. If you have any questions or suggestions for how we can enhance this initiative, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Stay tuned for our next issue, and let’s make a difference together!
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