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Gina Conley holds a M.S. in Exercise Science and is the Founder/CEO of MamasteFit, an industry-leading perinatal fitness provider with a training facility located in Aberdeen, NC (nearby Fort Bragg). Gina is a seasoned birth doula who has supported nearly 200 births in North Carolina. Gina is the author of Training for Two. Her unique experience of exclusively training perinatal fitness clients (in-person and online), coupled with supporting births as a doula, has resulted in MamasteFit creating In-depth prenatal fitness programs, which support clients recovering in a postpartum to return to their desired sport or professional demands. Also, Gina is 7-year Army Veteran who served a combat tour to Afghanistan in support of Operations Enduring Freedom and Freedom Sentinel. In this episode, we discuss how Gina became a birth doula, prenatal fitness, postpartum considerations, and more! Time Stamps: (0:48) Exercise During Childbirth (3:10) Former Military Career (7:16) Difference Between Midwife and Doula (14:00) Communication Through The Pregnancy (16:22) Prenatal Fitness (26:49) Yoga During Pregnancy (33:20) Twins and Triplet Considerations (36:40) Postpartum Depression Considerations (46:20) Exercise After Birth (55:10) Baby Fever and Retaining Clients (58:00) Where To Find Gina -------------------- Website: https://mamastefit.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mamastefit/ Gina's Book: https://a.co/d/eom9uYT Training For Two Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo4OnjGrWT70TpbBa8mZ92w TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mamastefit -------------------- My Membership: https://www.carolcovino.com/program/forever-fit-circle/ -------------------- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolcovinofitness/ -------------------- My YouTube Channel: http://youtube.com/@carolcovinofitness -------------------- My Book: FINDING PURPOSE IN THE PAUSE
Staying active during pregnancy isn't just about fitness. It's so much more than that. It's about feeling strong, prepared, and connected to your changing body. But with so much conflicting advice on what's safe and effective, many expecting moms aren't sure where to start. That's why in this episode of Chick Chat, we sit down with Gina Conley, the founder of MamasteFit.com, to break down the powerful benefits of prenatal fitness. From boosting overall health and reducing pregnancy discomforts to preparing the body for labor and postpartum recovery, Gina shares expert insights on how movement can empower moms-to-be. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or just starting your fitness journey, this episode will give you practical tips to feel your best throughout pregnancy and beyond. Who is Gina Conley? Gina Conley holds an MS in Exercise Science and is the Founder & CEO of MamasteFit, an industry-leading perinatal fitness provider with a training facility located in Aberdeen, North Carolina. Aside from her work as a personal trainer specializing in perinatal fitness, Gina is a seasoned birth doula who has supported nearly 200 births in North Carolina. Gina is a mom of four and a military spouse. She is also a 7-year Army Veteran who served a combat tour to Afghanistan in support of Operations Enduring Freedom and Freedom Sentinel. What Did We Discuss? Gina and I discussed all about prenatal fitness including common myths about exercise during pregnancy and what the facts really are. Here are several of the questions that we covered in our conversation: Explain to us why exercise is so important during pregnancy. What are some common myths about prenatal exercise? Are there any risks associated with exercising during pregnancy? How can exercise during pregnancy benefit moms-to-be during labor and birth? Are there certain exercises you specifically recommend women do to prepare for childbirth? Do you have any practical tips for moms-to-be on how to integrate fitness into their daily routine without overwhelming themselves? We've all heard about Kegels, but I feel like that isn't always the best way to prepare your pelvic floor for birth. What are your thoughts, and what do you believe women can do during their pregnancies to prepare their pelvic floor for labor and birth? Pregnancy is a time of incredible change, and staying active can be one of the most powerful ways to support both your body and mind through pregnancy and prepare yourself for a smoother postpartum. As Gina reminded us, prenatal fitness isn't about pushing limits—it's about moving with intention, preparing for labor, and embracing strength in all forms. We hope this episode leaves you feeling inspired to find movement that works for you, whether it's strength training, yoga, or simply taking more mindful walks. If you loved this conversation, be sure to share it with another mama-to-be, and don't forget to subscribe to Chick Chat for more expert advice on pregnancy, birth, and motherhood! Gina's Resources Website: MamasteFit.com Instagram: @mamastefit TikTok: @mamastefit YouTube: @mamastefit Book: Training for Two Thank you for listening to our podcast! Cheers to a healthy and fit pregnancy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In the next episode of our new Academic Arsenal series – focused on NPS students' defense-relevant research – host Eric Czaja speaks with two U.S. Air Force senior pilots in the defense analysis program whose examination of amphibious aircraft could offer an innovative solution to logistics challenges in the Indo-Pacific. Trident Room Podcast host U.S. Army Maj. Eric Czaja has a conversation with NPS Department of Defense Analysis students U.S. Air Force Maj. Bobby Strain and U.S. Air Force Maj. Tim Marti. This episode was recorded on August 31, 2024. Maj. Bobby Strain is a U.S. Air Force senior pilot with more than 2,450 flying hours in the C-5M and KC-135R/T. A 2011 ROTC graduate of the Colorado School of Mines, he has flown missions worldwide, including combat missions in support of Operations Enduring Freedom, Resolute Support, Inherent Resolve, and Freedom's Sentinel. Maj. Tim Marti is also a U.S. Air Force senior pilot with more than 2,000 hours flying the U-28 and other various AFSOC aircraft, including combat missions in Operation Inherent Resolve. Together, Strain and Marti have authored a joint thesis entitled “Airpower Beyond the Runway: Amphibious Aircraft to Enhance Agility in INDOPACOM.” Their thesis explores how seaplanes, specifically amphibious aircraft, can support the U.S. Joint Force while also creating challenges for adversaries in the Indo-Pacific. The study explores the limitations of current assets and the advantages of utilizing seaplanes in two fictional scenarios. Utilizing a mixed methods qualitative/quantitative approach to compare seaplanes against various platforms – including aircraft, ships, boats, and submarines – the study showcases the seaplane's unique advantages due to its speed, range, and access to remote locations. The study concludes with a series of recommendations for the DOD to inform decision-makers of the potential for investment in amphibious aircraft, and suggests courses of action to validate the requirement. ----------------- The Trident Room Podcast is brought to you by the Naval Postgraduate School Alumni Association and the Naval Postgraduate School Foundation. www.npsfoundation.org For comments, suggestions, and critiques, please email us at TridentRoomPodcastHost@nps.edu, and find us online at nps.edu/tridentroompodcast. Thank you! The views expressed in this interview are those of the individuals and do not reflect the official policy or position of the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense, the US Navy, or the Naval Postgraduate School.
In this Leveling Up episode of the PRS Global Open Deep Cuts Podcast, Dr. Azari discusses the nuances of bread and butter hand surgery procedures like carpal tunnel and Dupuytren's fasciectomies, his approach to providing trainees with gradually increasing levels of responsibility and autonomy, how he builds rapport with patients and personalizes his approach to each patient's needs and goals, why it's sometimes important to go against your instincts when dealing with problematic patients, his interest in and lessons learned from hand transplantation, and why patients can be a bit like circling helicopters. Dr. Kodi Azari is a Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery and Plastic Surgery at UCLA Medical center in Los Angeles, California. He serves as the Chief of Reconstructive Transplantation as well as the Medical Co-Director of Operation Mend which is a UCLA program aimed at providing complex reconstructive surgery for wounded service members injured in Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom. Dr. Azari completed General Surgery and Plastic Surgery training at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, a Tissue Engineering Fellowship at Carnegie Mellon University, and a Hand and Microsurgery Fellowship at UCLA. He has been one of the lead surgeons on 7 hand transplantation operations including the first double hand transplantation and first arm transplantation performed in the United States. He is a founding member of the American Society for Reconstructive Transplantation, and has served as an Associate Editor for the “Annals of Plastic Surgery,” Guest Editor for “Current Concepts in Organ Transplantation,” and contributing editor for the “Yearbook of Hand and Upper Limb Surgery.” Your host, Dr. Puru Nagarkar, is a board-certified plastic and hand surgeon, and Associate Professor of Surgery at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. #PRSGlobalOpen #DeepCutsPodcast #PlasticSurgery #LevelingUp
On this episode, Defense Information School instructor and host Jack Rous welcomes a special guest: Katie Spencer. Katie currently serves as a public affairs officer in the Air Force Reserve and is a veteran of Operations Enduring Freedom and Freedom's Sentinel. In her civilian role, she's the Sports Outreach Program Manager for the Department of the Air Force. Most recently, she supported the Thunderbirds during their flyover at Super Bowl 58. Today, we'll explore her unique role as a military communicator, and discuss her path to this position and plans for the program.
On this episode, Defense Information School instructor and host Jack Rous welcomes a special guest: Katie Spencer. Katie currently serves as a public affairs officer in the Air Force Reserve and is a veteran of Operations Enduring Freedom and Freedom's Sentinel. In her civilian role, she's the Sports Outreach Program Manager for the Department of the Air Force. Most recently, she supported the Thunderbirds during their flyover at Super Bowl 58. Today, we'll explore her unique role as a military communicator, and discuss her path to this position and plans for the program.
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Send us a Text Message.My next guest needs no introduction for many of you. His crew's presence this past year in the Red Sea was highly publicized. Not only that, he is part of a new era of “influencer” senior leaders, taking his leadership lessons outside the skin of the ship, and helping the public better understand our Navy! “Chowdah” Hill is a native of Quincy, Massachusetts. He is a 1996 graduate of Tufts University with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, magna cum laude; a 2006 graduate of Georgetown University's School of Foreign Service with a Master of Arts in Security Studies, with honors; and a 2016 graduate of the Naval Nuclear Power Training program. Hill was commissioned through the Navy ROTC program and received his wings of gold as a naval flight officer in 1997. Operational tours include Airborne Command & Control Squadron (VAW) 126 from 1998-2001, participating in Operations Southern Watch, Desert Fox, And Deliberate Forge; VAW-124 in 2004 as a weapons and tactics instructor; VAW-115 from 2007-2009 as a department head, participating in patrols in the Western Pacific; VAW-124 from 2012-2014 as the executive officer and commanding officer, participating in Operations Enduring Freedom and Inherent Resolve; the USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) from 2017 to 2019 as the executive officer, participating again in Operation Inherent Resolve; and the USS Arlington (LPD 24) as the commanding officer. He received the MacArthur Foundation Award for writing as a student at the Joint Forces Staff College in 2014. Hill assumed command of USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) on March 23, 2023.Unit awards include the 2014 and 2017 Battle “E” Award, the 2014 Frank Akers AEW Excellence Award, and the 2014, 2017 and 2020 CNO Safety “S” Award. He was selected as the E-2C Hawkeye Naval Flight Officer of the Year in 2001. Hill has more than 2,700 hours of flight time primarily in the E-2C Hawkeye. His awards include the Legion of Merit, Defense Meritorious Service Medal, four Meritorious Service Medals, four Air Medals, four Navy Commendation Medals, and one Navy Achievement Medal.Find ChowdahVisit my website: https://thehello.llc/THERESACARPENTERRead my writings on my blog: https://www.theresatapestries.com/Listen to other episodes on my podcast: https://storiesofservice.buzzsprout.comWatch episodes of my podcast:https://www.youtube.com/c/TheresaCarpenter76
This week we are talking with Gina Conley. Gina holds an MS in Exercise Science and is the Founder/CEO of MamasteFit, an industry-leading perinatal fitness provider with a training facility located in Aberdeen, North Carolina. Aside from her work as a personal trainer specializing in perinatal fitness, Gina is a seasoned birth doula who has supported nearly 200 births in North Carolina. She is also a 7-year Army Veteran who served a combat tour to Afghanistan in support of Operations Enduring Freedom and Freedom Sentinel. Instagram: @mamastefitWeb: www.mamastefit.comThe Co-Movement Gym Podcast is supported by Lombardi Chiropractic, Native Path Supplements, and A Dog's Day Out Doggie Daycare.. Mention this podcast for a great discount! ⬇️
Karl Kadon, a lifelong resident of Cincinnati, is an alumnus of Walnut Hills High School, Miami University, and the Salmon P. Chase College of Law. Since 2006, he has served as a Criminal Chief, a federal prosecutor, stationed at the Cincinnati branch office of the United States Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Ohio.In his role, Kadon dedicated a significant portion of his federal career to the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force, focusing on pursuing major drug dealers and drug cartels. In 2019, he was appointed as the Deputy Criminal Chief overseeing the Task Force. Shortly thereafter, he assumed the position of Chief of the Criminal Division of the U.S. Attorney's Office, where he took charge of all investigations and criminal cases. Over the past two decades, Kadon has either personally litigated or supervised some of the most notable federal prosecutions in the Southern District of Ohio, earning several awards and recognitions for his contributions.Before becoming a federal prosecutor, Kadon served as the Chief Assistant Prosecuting Attorney for the Hamilton County Prosecutor's Office. Prior to that, he held the position of Deputy City Solicitor for the City of Cincinnati, where he was responsible for managing all civil litigation and criminal prosecution matters. In 1987, he was commissioned as an officer in the United States Army Reserve, serving as a Judge Advocate ("JAG") in the Judge Advocate Generals Corps until his retirement in 2015 as a Lieutenant Colonel. His military service included mobilization for Operation DESERT STORM, deployment as Deputy Staff Judge Advocate for the Special Operations Component of U.S. Central Command during Operations ENDURING FREEDOM and IRAQI FREEDOM, with assignments in the Gulf, Afghanistan, and other regions.Beyond his professional and military commitments, Kadon has actively participated in youth soccer and the Boy Scouts. He previously served on the Board of Directors for the Dan Beard Council of the BSA and currently holds positions on the Board of Directors of the FC Cincinnati Foundation and the Miami University Alumni Association Advisory Board.
In this episode, we sit down with AFSA Champion and retired CMSgt, Kevin Ott, a distinguished Air Force veteran with 30 years of service. Join us as we explore Kevin's life and career, from leadership lessons and 9/11's impact to his reflections on 40 years of Air Force transformations and uniform changes. Kevin's stories from basic training and his resilience after setbacks offer valuable insights. He emphasizes the importance of advocacy, from spousal licensing to Rapid City's housing challenges. Join us for an inspiring journey through the life of a dedicated Air Force leader. Don't miss it! Talking Points Include: Letting people make the decisions (11:06) How long did you serve for? (18:17) Risk takers as leaders (23:09) Changes in the air force over 40 years (27:25) Brown on brown on brown (33:44) Wiping out the promotion system (40:54) Trends in promotion and how to promote (46:41) Disappointment and resiliency in your career (51:58) The importance of becoming a first sergeant (56:52) Lessons learned from his early career (1:01:48) How did you get into the air force? (1:07:51) Pizza for the Super Bowl (1:13:07) The letter to the governor (1:17:28) The housing crisis in Rapid City (1:23:18) The importance of having a strong voice (1:28:56) Kevin M. Ott, retired as of November 1, 2012, is a distinguished Chief Master Sergeant with a rich background in the United States Air Force. He served as the Squadron Superintendent of the 28th Communications Squadron at Ellsworth AFB, South Dakota, managing a team responsible for mission-critical C4 equipment and systems. Chief Ott advocated for squadron member welfare, readiness, and development. Born in LaPorte, Indiana, his career spanned roles in radar operation, radio management, technical training, operational evaluation, and as a first sergeant. He served across the United States and overseas, deploying to regions like Qatar, Kuwait, Djibouti, and Jordan in support of Operations ENDURING FREEDOM and IRAQI FREEDOM, showcasing his dedication to Service.
Erik's Social Media Links Twitter: https://twitter.com/Erikhistorian Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erikthehistorian LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikvillard/ In this episode, we discuss the following topics. *How Erik became a military historian *Roleplaying games as training for military historians *Which military historians influenced Erik most *Becoming a digital military historian *The creation of Vietnamwarhistoryorg *What Erik's ideal training for future military historians would look like *Making military history useful to operational commands *The US Army's History and Heritage efforts *Those Center for Military History (CMH) projects Erik finds most rewarding *The challenges of writing official military history *The monograph review process at CMH *How studying military history provides literacy in evaluating sources *The claim that military history is under siege in US universities *Some of the giants of Vietnam War historiography in the English-speaking world *Historical works that Erik recommends for US small unit leaders *Small unit military history *Unit historians (“5X” in the US Army) *General William Westmoreland's strategy in Vietnam *Friction between Army and Marine Corps commands *The controversy of Westmoreland's single air manager concept *1st Cavalry Division and 101st Airborne Division units in the Battle for Hue *The possibility of North Vietnam capitulating *Whether or not the US lost any battles during the war *Why the Army lost the lessons of Vietnam *Requests for historical materials in support of Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom *The poor state of record keeping in US commands during the Global War on Terror *Some of Erik's solutions to that problem Links Combat Operations: Staying the Course, October 1967 to September 1968 by Erik Villard The 1968 Tet Offensive Battles of Quang Tri City and Hue City by Erik Villard U.S. Army Center of Military History --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/damien-oconnell/support
Hey everybody, tonight I'm talking to Author and Podcaster Jeff Clark Jeff Clark is an author, and decorated leader having spent over 12 years on active duty in the Air Force and has continued his service with the military as a civilian ever since. His nearly 20-year career has seen him lead teams in logistics, operations, readiness & plans, business, and special programs for the US Air Force and US Space Force. He's worked with the US Army, US Navy, and US Space Force for joint ventures, including the standup of Space Operations Command, and multiple engagements for Operations Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and US Army NORTHCOM. In his debut book, Hear These Truths, Clark outlines the crucial steps readers should take to design their own philosophy, or what he calls their algorithm, to rule the workplace and understand their leadership mission, vision, and goals. "Approaching leadership without a strategy will bury you and slow your progress," said Clark, a coach, and mentor with certifications in Lean Six Sigma, technical training, and executive leadership. "The way an algorithm - a rule set for success - guides the content of a website, your school of thought on leading must do the same. It's the 'call to action.'" Clark draws upon his experiences as an entrepreneur, as a retired Air Force logistician serving during Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom, and as a government civil service employee to lay out a clear plan for readers to win in the workplace. This plan covers: defining leadership; distinguishing between power and purpose; being a servant leader; making smart decisions with confidence; becoming empowered and empowering others; effectively communicating and listening; and, accountability and its importance for leaders and teams. In addition to his writing Jeff hosts the Course of Action podcast where he discusses military and spy thrillers and veteran issues. Jeff lives in Oklahoma with his wife and three children, his oldest currently serving on active duty in the Air Force. Find Jeff at: Jeffclarkofficial.com IG: @Officialjsclark Twitter: @Officialjsclark Don't forget to check out Blood Red Ivory on amazon or where ever books are sold. Ty Benhoff two coming soon. Thanks to Crush Limbo for the music. Tripecoh Media LLC. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thatscriminaljs/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thatscriminaljs/support
Amy Forsythe is an award-winning military journalist who served five combat tours supporting Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom and has been on assignment for several other overseas missions. Amy started her career as a U.S. Marine combat correspondent in 1993 and currently serves as a Public Affairs Officer in the U.S. Navy Reserve. Her imagery taken while covering military operations around the world has been featured in numerous international and national media outlets through the years and continues to be used for historical purposes. Amy recently published a book titled 'Heroes Live Here' which showcases the history of Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, and she was recently inducted into the Women's Museum of California 2023 Hall of Fame for the Historian category. You can purchase her book here www.heroeslivehere.com You can connect with her on Facebook, Linked In and IG @AmyForsythe760 Brewing some inspiration for your week! SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, COMMENT Available on Spotify, Soundcloud, and Apple Podcasts Radio show on Heliumradio.com Video on Youtube @quantallangford Art Scholarship announcement This scholarship is in memory of my mother, Shellry Langford, who passed away suddenly in 2023. She was a very creative individual in her own right and one of his first art teachers, and in doing so, she allowed Quantal to help and inspire aspiring creators. This scholarship was set up and is funded by her sons, Quantal Langford and Dominique Craigmiles. We honor her legacy by bestowing a $250 annual arts scholarship on students who have the passion, energy, and creativity to pursue the arts in higher education. Requirements: Must be a senior in high school with plans to pursue the creative arts in college. Submit 2-3 pieces of your personal work (must be jpgs) Type a one-page document or a 3-minute video on how the arts have impacted your life. Go to http://langfordesign.com/shellry-langford-memorial-scholarship/ or DM @thecreativebrew.tv to be considered for this scholarship. Deadline is April 30th to submit your information, so please hurry. Winners will be selected on May 15th. HELP SUPPORT THIS EPISODE AND FUTURE SHOWS www.buymeacoffee.com/TheCreativeBrew Members get access to the audio episode before it releases the following day. SPONSORS TN Grappling Apparel Lifestyle wear for the modern wrestler/grappler Use promo code CB10 on your next purchase at tennesseegrapplingapparel.com Elevate Coffee Trading If you appreciate specialty coffee, enjoy outdoor adventure, and love helping elevate the lives of children around the world, then you are going to LOVE Elevate Coffee Trading! Their mission is to EXTRACT HOPE through LOVE, COFFEE, & ADVENTURES!. Free shipping in the US and every bag of coffee help sponsor health and education for children in coffee-producing countries and areas of need in the USA. Use promocode elevate21 on your next order and follow their journey on social media with @elevatecoffeetrading, and visit online at elevatecoffeetrading.com to start Extracting Hope together! " Next Leavell Inspiration Seeking to ignite greatness within you from merchandise to inspirational journals for daily growth. Mention “TCB10” at checkout for a discount on your next purchase at https://next-leavell-inspiration.square.site/s/shop Music to this episode is brought to you by Marlon D check out his new album and performances on IG @mdlens Branding Work I Podcast Interviews I Speaking Engagements I www.langfordesign.com Contact me @ info@langfordesign.com IG: @thecreativebrewtv FB/thecreativebrewtv
Amy Forsythe is an award-winning military journalist who served five combat tours supporting Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom and has been on assignment for several other overseas missions. Amy started her career as a U.S. Marine combat correspondent in 1993 and currently serves as a Public Affairs Officer in the U.S. Navy Reserve. Her imagery taken while covering military operations around the world has been featured in numerous international and national media outlets through the years and continues to be used for historical purposes. Amy recently published a book titled 'Heroes Live Here' which showcases the history of Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, and she was recently inducted into the Women's Museum of California 2023 Hall of Fame for the Historian category. You can purchase her book here www.heroeslivehere.com You can connect with her on Facebook, Linked In and IG @AmyForsythe760 Brewing some inspiration for your week! SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, COMMENT Available on Spotify, Soundcloud, and Apple Podcasts Radio show on Heliumradio.com Video on Youtube @quantallangford Art Scholarship announcement This scholarship is in memory of my mother, Shellry Langford, who passed away suddenly in 2023. She was a very creative individual in her own right and one of his first art teachers, and in doing so, she allowed Quantal to help and inspire aspiring creators. This scholarship was set up and is funded by her sons, Quantal Langford and Dominique Craigmiles. We honor her legacy by bestowing a $250 annual arts scholarship on students who have the passion, energy, and creativity to pursue the arts in higher education. Requirements: Must be a senior in high school with plans to pursue the creative arts in college. Submit 2-3 pieces of your personal work (must be jpgs) Type a one-page document or a 3-minute video on how the arts have impacted your life. Go to http://langfordesign.com/shellry-langford-memorial-scholarship/ or DM @thecreativebrew.tv to be considered for this scholarship. Deadline is April 30th to submit your information, so please hurry. Winners will be selected on May 15th. HELP SUPPORT THIS EPISODE AND FUTURE SHOWS www.buymeacoffee.com/TheCreativeBrew Members get access to the audio episode before it releases the following day. SPONSORS TN Grappling Apparel Lifestyle wear for the modern wrestler/grappler Use promo code CB10 on your next purchase at tennesseegrapplingapparel.com Elevate Coffee Trading If you appreciate specialty coffee, enjoy outdoor adventure, and love helping elevate the lives of children around the world, then you are going to LOVE Elevate Coffee Trading! Their mission is to EXTRACT HOPE through LOVE, COFFEE, & ADVENTURES!. Free shipping in the US and every bag of coffee help sponsor health and education for children in coffee-producing countries and areas of need in the USA. Use promocode elevate21 on your next order and follow their journey on social media with @elevatecoffeetrading, and visit online at elevatecoffeetrading.com to start Extracting Hope together! " Next Leavell Inspiration Seeking to ignite greatness within you from merchandise to inspirational journals for daily growth. Mention “TCB10” at checkout for a discount on your next purchase at https://next-leavell-inspiration.square.site/s/shop Music to this episode is brought to you by Marlon D check out his new album and performances on IG @mdlens Branding Work I Podcast Interviews I Speaking Engagements I www.langfordesign.com Contact me @ info@langfordesign.com IG: @thecreativebrewtv FB/thecreativebrewtv
Episode was recorded in August 2022 during the AFSA PEDS event. Chief Master Sergeant Thomas J. Wigington is the Public Health Career Field Manager, Defense Health Headquarters, Falls Church, Virginia. Conversation Time-Stamps: 00:00 - How Chief mentored me in a time of need 02:30 - "It was a place I've been before - this PH is a PHamily" 03:15 - Career History 05:00 - A Life Changing Deployment 07:30 - Asking For Help (PTSD) 08:30 - A Message To All Public Health Airmen 09:00 - The Healing Journey of Self-Care 10:30 - Why EMEDS/TCCC Really Matter 12:00 - The Future of Public Health (What COV Taught Us) 15:50 - Why I Love Chief Wigington He serves as the senior enlisted consultant to the Air Force Surgeon General and Assistant Surgeon General Medical Force development, on issues impacting the morale, welfare, utilization and professional development of 1,425 Total Force enlisted personnel. He works directly with Air Force Medical Service senior leaders to develop policy to enhance the health and welfare of 2.1 million beneficiaries worldwide Chief Wigington entered the Air Force in July 1997. His breadth of experience includes various duties in the Public Health career field, in addition to serving as the Air Force Lead Enlisted Public Health Consultant, Wing Staff Agency Group Superintendent, Squadron Superintendent and Inspector General Superintendent. He also served in support of Operations ENDURING FREEDOM, INHERENT RESOLVE, FREEDOM'S SENTINEL and most recently DELIBERATE RESOLVE as Air Force Forward SurgeonGeneral Superintendent and Theater Public Health Manager, Combined Air and Space Operations Center, Air Force Central Command. THIS IS A PRIVATE ACCOUNT. IT IS NOT A PART OF THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE OR ANY OF ITS COMPONENTS AND IT HAS NO GOVERNMENTAL STATUS.
This topic has been frequently requested, but since we are not remotely experts in this space, we needed to find someone who was. We've heard great things from a number of women who have benefited from Mamastefit's content and services, and Gina definitely presented some great insights for anyone looking to learn more about fitness for pregnant and postpartum women. Importantly, this information isn't just for those actual women, it's for anyone who supports them, especially their partners and any leadership who may be responsible for them. Gina Conley holds a M.S. in Exercise Science and is the Founder & CEO of MamasteFit, an industry leading perinatal fitness provider with a training facility located in Aberdeen, NC (nearby Fort Bragg). Gina is a seasoned birth doula who has supported nearly 200 births in North Carolina. Her unique experience of exclusively training perinatal fitness clients (in-person and online), coupled with supporting births as a doula, has resulted in MamasteFit creating in-depth prenatal fitness programs, which support clients in returning to their desired sport or professional demands. Also, Gina is 7-year Army Veteran who served a combat tour to Afghanistan in support of Operations Enduring Freedom and Freedom Sentinel. Mamstefit's website @mamastefit on Instragram The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists Committee Opinion on Physical Activity and Exercise During Pregnancy and the Postpartum Period
Jinks and Brandon talk about his career flying the A-10 Warthog and Jinks shares lessons learned from flying missions in combat that you can apply to your life and business to reach your peak performance.About JinksJinks is a fighter pilot and Officer in the US Air Force Air National Guard where he has served for over nineteen years. During that time he's been deployed in support of Operations Enduring Freedom (2x), Inherent Resolve, and Freedom's Sentinel in A-10C Attack Aircraft. During his deployments he has commanded large force engagements as Airborne Mission Commander for up to sixty aircraft and hundreds of personnel. EPISODE LINKSThe A-10 Warthog CONNECT WITH US Claim Your Weekly EDGE Newsletter. It's FREE!Weekly email written by Brandon with insights that give you an edge to win.Over 17,200 listeners and counting!-> https://edge.ck.page/bea5b3fda6 Contact Brandon : B at Brandon C White dot com EDGE Website-> https://MyEDGEPodcast.com EDGE on YouTube-> https://www.youtube.com/@brandoncwhite OTHER GREAT PODCASTS FROM THE BEST PODCASTS NETWORK On Business Podcast An unscripted, brutally honest, conversation about running a successful company. For business owners looking to elevate their game and increase revenues.-> https://OnBusinessPodcast.com MARKETING PodcastMarketing science, case studies that reveal successful marketing techniques and teach strategic marketing analysis where we model the data and turn it into financial forecasts so you have predictable revenue.-> https://PodcastOnMarketing.com Top podcast for entrepreneurs...
If you have gone through any transition program or leveraged a veteran service organization to set up a LinkedIn profile, you have most likely already learned about the FREE 12-month premium subscription. With that said, just because you have a door open doesn't mean you know how to walk through it, am I correct? Meaning, some of you who will read this have already used your 12-month FREE premium account and you haven't done a damn thing to build a personal brand on the platform. Nothing is wrong with that and the goal of this episode is to help you get the basics down on building a solid personal brand on LinkedIn. In this episode, Amy Forsythe an award-winning military journalist and public affairs officer for the U.S. Navy shares how to overcome "the self-promotion is a selfish cry out-for-attention myth" that veterans have, tips on how to build a solid Linkedin Profile, and her personal tactics on how she leverages the platform to build quality and meaningful relationships with professionals. Learn more about Amy's new book here: https://www.heroeslivehere.com/ Purchase a signed copy here: https://bit.ly/3rlKiDF Connect with Amy on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyforsythe/ Show Sponsor: Click here to check out some of the hottest retail veteran-owned, 100% American Made, or organizations with a generous profit donation to military initiatives inside of our 2022 Holiday Gift Guide: https://ambitiousvetnetwork.com/giftguide2022/ Guest Bio: Amy Forsythe is an award-winning military journalist who served five combat tours supporting Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom and has been on assignment for several other overseas missions. Amy started her career as a U.S. Marine combat correspondent in 1993 and currently serves as Public Affairs Officer in the U.S. Navy Reserve and is assigned to U.S. Special Operations Command. Her imagery taken while covering military operations around the world has been featured in numerous international and national media outlets through the years and continues to be used for historical purposes. She is also the author of Heroes Live Here: A Tribute to Camp Pendleton Marines Since 9/11.' started as a passion project to showcase the memorials and markers on Camp Pendleton and it turned into a collaborative work of art that honors our fallen heroes of the post-9/11 generation. Amy was first stationed at Camp Pendleton, California, in 1995 and still has strong ties to the base and surrounding communities. She's involved in supporting various veteran service organizations in San Diego County and around the country.
On this episode of Pilsners and Politics Podcast Benjamin sits down with Jeff Clark to discuss veteran issues, Britney Griner, and Ukraine. Jeff Clark is an author, and decorated leader having spent over 12 years on active duty in the Air Force, and has continued his service with the military as a civilian ever since. His nearly 20-year career has seen him lead teams in logistics, operations, readiness & plans, business, and special programs for the US Air Force and US Space Force. In 2020, he was recognized as the 2019 Air Force Civilian Supervisor of the Year, and the Air Education and Training Command Civilian Supervisor of the Year.He's worked with the US Army, US Navy, and US Space Force for joint ventures, including the standup of Space Operations Command, and multiple engagements for Operations Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and US Army NORTHCOM.His first book, “Hear These Truths” is a tell-all leadership book that holds nothing back. Jeff is the host of the “Course of Action” podcast, and an avid writer with multiple fiction projects in the works. Find Jeff Clark Here:https://jeffclarkofficial.com/https://www.facebook.com/OfficialJSClarkhttps://www.instagram.com/officialjsclark/
AMY FORSYTHE began her career as an enlisted military journalist in the U.S. Marine Corps and currently serves as a Public Affairs Officer in the U.S. Navy Reserve. Her career has included five combat deployments and several other overseas assignments. The 206-page historical work features a description of more than a dozen monuments and markers at Camp Pendleton that honor the sacrifices of Marines over the past two decades, who served in Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom.The Black Site ShowTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@theblacksiteshow Website - https://theblacksiteshow.buzzsprout.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/the_terrorist_whisperer/?hl=en
Benjamin (Ben) Miranda discusses his life journey from being an eighteen-year-old bag boy at Furr's groceries in El Paso, Texas, to becoming a Chief Master Sergeant in the Air Force and now the Director of Business Operations at the national non-profit organization - Endeavors. Romewest Properties, LLC is the proud sponsor of the Scott Whittle Show. Are you receiving nagging phone calls from your mortgage company? Don't ignore it. By law, they must give you options before foreclosing on your home. Before you pack your bags and run. Call Romewest Properties at (915) 355-0841. We will not make you promises but we can help you understand your options and walk you through the steps of improving your situation. Don't ruin your credit! Don't lose your VA Housing Benefits! Allow Romewest Properties to investigate your situation. Call Romewest Properties Today at (915) 355-0841. Let them know you heard about them from The Scott Whittle Show. Introducing Benjamin Miranda Serving as the Director of Business Operations, Benjamin Miranda, Jr. is responsible for ensuring the success of the development, implementation, operation, and expansion of Endeavors' many lines of service. Ben holds an exceptional record of success collaborating with state, local, and national partners, and this role allows him to utilize his strengths in relationship-building as he creates and maintains strategic partnerships with local, state, and federal government and stakeholders to promote Endeavors and seek support for the expansion of programs. He is also the co-owner and Chief Operating Officer of Doctor Bins and owner of Cross-Cultural Leadership Development, both Veteran owned businesses. Ben is a 24-year Veteran of the United States Air Force where rose to the Air Force's highest rank of Chief Master Sergeant. He deployed in support of Operations ENDURING FREEDOM, IRAQI FREEDOM, NEW DAWN, and UNIFIED RESPONSE, as well as to multiple counter-drug operations in Latin America. Ben serves as a Commissioner for the Texas Military Preparedness Commission appointed by the Texas Governor and sits on the Board of Directors for the Chamber of El Paso and the El Paso Homeless Coalition-Continuum of Care. He is also the Board Chair for the Chamber's Military and Veteran Affairs Committee and is a lifetime member of the Disabled American Veterans and the Air Force Sergeants Associations. He holds a Master's Degree in Educational Leadership from Walden University. *** Listen to this episode on: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts , Spotify, Amazon Music, iHeart Radio, Blu Brry, Pod Addict, Tune In Episode 004: Benjamin Miranda - Three-Minute Conversations That Changed My Life. Benjamin Miranda Power Statements The power of a three-minute conversation. Never take for granted sharing your story. English was my barrier. Dinner conversations with my dad verse my dinner conversation with my children. The resiliency a military child has is tremendous. I have found purpose even after wearing a uniform for almost twenty-five years. I have a new "why". When you get off the bus make sure your family is with you. A part of the transition process is finding your new "why". Transition impacts your quality of life; transition impacts your health; transition impact your economic standing. I need to invest myself into the new community. The basic principles of leadership - management, caring for your people, coaching, motivating, mentoring, human connection - that does not change. 12135 Pebble Hills is the address for the Endeavors Veterans Wellness Center coming to El Paso. We are changing the face of how we serve Veterans in West Texas. El Paso is a veteran ready community. The community comes together to employ veterans. To give them good quality of life, health care perspective, education perspective. All those components make El Paso a veteran ready community.
For Spear Talk episode 116, we welcomed Jeff Clark to the show! Jeff is a 12-year United States Air Force veteran, with stints during Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom. He is the author of "Hear These Truths: The Ultimate Guide To Building Your Leadership Algorithm'. In our discussion we covered the type of leadership he encountered while in the military, if the definition of leadership can change over time, if leading from the front all the time hinders those you are leading from becoming leaders as well, the power of the writing community on social media, the role of motivation has in being a leader, and so much more! #leadership #author #jeffclark Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This episode features a conversation with Emily McMahan ‘01, Co-founder and General Partner of Academy Investor Network, a seed-stage focused venture fund which invests in dual-use technology and military veteran-led startups. She has a passion for working with startups and connecting people, technologies, and companies solving tough national security, civic, and social challenges for good.Before founding AIN, Emily was a startup founder. She led a military veteran-focused incubator, Capitol Post, which advised hundreds of startups to leverage the region's strong business and startup community. Emily holds an MBA from the University of Virginia's Darden School of Business and a Bachelor of Science degree from the United States Military Academy at West Point. After graduating from West Point two months before 9/11, she was commissioned as a U.S. Army military police officer and deployed in support of Operations Enduring Freedom, Iraqi Freedom, and Noble Eagle.In this episode of On Point, Emily talks about her experiences at West Point and in the military, and how they impacted her professional work and focus after transitioning into civilian life. She discusses the successful path she followed in her post-military career in entrepreneurship and being a venture capitalist. Emily also emphasizes the importance of creating a space where service academy graduates and the entrepreneurial community can deeply connect, listen, learn, and ultimately support each other.-------------“I think you have to know yourself when you're transitioning to know who you are and what you like. And, I hope that all the work we've done up until that point prepares us for that. So knowing yourself and who you are is really important because you have to be careful that you don't choose something based off of other people's expectations of what you should do. I see a lot of folks that are transitioning often that sort of have this expectation of what they're supposed to do. You have to know yourself and kind of go through that process.” - Emily McMahan ‘01-------------Episode Timestamps(02:18) Segment: AAR - Emily's decision to attend West Point(04:35) Cadet type(05:19) Walking hours(05:56) Classes and studies(06:39) Mentors at the academy(08:20) Choosing a branch(10:58) First OBC assignment(11:21) Emily's military career(13:50) Segment: Sit Rep - Emily's civilian career(16:01) Starting Capitol Post(16:55) Merging Capitol Post with Bunker Labs(17:45) Co-founding the Academy Investor Network(23:41) Leveraging and investing in opportunities at the network(31:00) West Point Entrepreneurship Summit(34:10) Lessons from volleyball at West Point(36:33) Segment: SOP - Routines for success(40:34) Day-to-day in venture investing(42:39) Mentorship(48:22) Segment: Giving Back-------------LinksEmily McMahan's LinkedInAcademy Investor NetworkWest Point Association of GraduatesOn Point Podcast
This episode features a conversation between Dr. Scott Parsons, Character Education Integrator for the Military Program at the United States Military Academy at West Point, and LTC Tom Dull, Executive Officer at the Simon Center for the Professional Military Ethic.Dr. Scott Parsons assists universities and institutions in developing leaders of character by designing curriculum, integration techniques, and assessment tools with a focus on character education. As a leader, teacher, and coach, he designs character education programs based on Neo-Aristotelian Virtue Ethics to facilitate a flourishing life for students, faculty, and staff. As a retired Army officer with over 21 years of military experience, Dr. Parsons spent roughly half of his military career in Intelligence and the other half in academia serving as an Assistant Professor of Philosophy and Ethics.LTC Tom Dull commissioned into the US Infantry in 2005 and has served at Fort Campbell, KY, Fort Bragg, NC and Fort Riley, KS. He has served as a Platoon Leader, Company Executive Officer, Troop and Company Commander, Aide-de-camp, and Battalion and Brigade Executive Officer. LTC Dull has deployed in support of Operations Enduring Freedom, Iraqi Freedom, Unified Response, Freedom Sentinel, and Atlantic Resolve. LTC Dull's military education is expansive and includes the United States Army Officer Candidate School, Infantry Officer Basic Course, Airborne Course, Ranger School, Air Assault Course, and the United States Naval War College.In this episode of the West Point Association of Graduates ‘Character Cut,' LTC Dull talks about his background as a student of virtue ethics, responding to mission command and discipline initiatives, how the United States Military's values vary from other nations', and the importance of character education for young leaders in the academy. Dr. Parsons and LTC Dull also talk about Parsons' use of practical wisdom during combat in Iraq.-----------"There's gonna be times where maybe, perhaps, some of these officers, soldiers are kind of alone and generally unafraid, but they're solving problems at the tactical level. And, some of those will be ones where their character will come into question. And so we really want them to kind of come through the other side with their character in tact, right? We want them as they represent not only themselves, the organization they're part of, but the American military that they fought with character, they fought with honor. And they've come back with it. And I think practicing early on, especially here, what we see at the military academy, what we could possibly see in some other initial entry training units, like I think would be such a phenomenal kind of experience." - LTC Tom Dull-----------Episode Timestamps(01:09) LTC Dull's background as a student of virtue ethics(05:32) How practical wisdom influences soldiers(09:34) Virtue ethics in military situations(13:58) Dr. Parsons on employing practical wisdom in Iraq(16:50) Mission command and discipline initiative(18:27) LTC Dull's whiteboard explained(21:02) LTC Dull on Army doctrine(24:06) The importance of character education for young leaders in the academy-----------LinksDr. Scott Parsons' LinkedInLTC Tom Dull's LinkedInWest Point Association of GraduatesOn Point Podcast
Trident Room Host Marcus Antonellis sits down and has a conversation with Chief Executive Officer of the United States Naval Institute, VADM Peter Daly. In this episode, Daly talks about his passion for leadership and education. This episode was recorded on March 19, 2021. Peter Daly is the Chief Executive Officer of the United States Naval Institute, one of the most respected professional associations and thought leaders in the United States. Comprising almost 50,000 members, the Institute has served for 145 years as the open, independent non-partisan forum of the sea services. The U.S. Naval Institute advances the professional, literary, and scientific understanding of sea power and other issues critical to national defense. Prior to accepting the CEO post in 2011, Vice Admiral Daly served as Deputy Commander and Chief of Staff, U.S. Fleet Forces Command. His Navy career, spanning more than 30 years, includes command of the destroyer USS Russell (DDG-59); Command of Destroyer Squadron 31; and Command of Carrier Strike Group 11 — Nimitz Strike Group. During each of these commands, he deployed to the 5th and 7th Fleet Areas of Responsibility — participating in Operation Desert Strike in 1996 in Russell and as Sea Combat Commander for the Lincoln Battle Group in the Gulf immediately after the attack on USS Cole in 2000. As Nimitz Strike Group Commander in 2005, he led Task Forces 50, 152 and 58 in support of Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom and maritime intercept operations in the Arabian Gulf. Shore assignments include executive assistant and program analyst, J-8, Joint Staff; executive assistant to the Commander, Pacific Fleet; and executive assistant to the Commander, U.S. Pacific Command. As a flag officer, he served as Deputy for Resources and Acquisition (J-8) Joint Staff; Senior Military Assistant to the Secretary of the Navy; and as Deputy N3/N5 (Operations, Plans and Strategy) in the Navy Staff. A Life Member of the Naval Institute and former member of the Institute's Editorial Board, he also serves on the Advisory Board for ManTech International. He is a native of Chicago, a graduate of the College of Holy Cross (A.B. Economics), receiving a regular commission through the Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps program. He holds a Master's degree in Operations Analysis from the Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey, California. The Trident Room Podcast is brought to you by the Naval Postgraduate School Alumni Association and the Naval Postgraduate School Foundation. npsfoundation.org/ For comments, suggestions, and critiques, please email us at TridentRoomPodcastHost@nps.edu, and find us online at nps.edu/tridentroompodcast. Thank you! The views expressed in this interview are those of the individuals and do not reflect the official policy or position of the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense, the US Navy, or the Naval Postgraduate School.
Ep 278 | Aired 1/7/2022 Colonel Angela Ochoa is the Commander, 19th Airlift Wing, Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas. As the installation commander, Col. Ochoa leads the "Home of Herk Nation." She works in concert with the 314th Airlift Wing (AETC), 189th Airlift Wing (ANG), 913th Airlift Wing (AFRC), and 29th Weapons Squadron (ACC) in all aspects of C-130 training. Additionally, Col. Ochoa is responsible for organizing, training, and equipping the personnel who operate, maintain, and sustain more than 62 C-130 aircraft. The wing provides combat-ready forces to meet combatant commanders' requirements globally. She ensures support for combat, contingency, and humanitarian requirements around the world while providing for the health and welfare of more than 10,000 personnel and families at Little Rock AFB. Col. Ochoa was commissioned in 2001 from the Air Force Academy. Throughout her career, Col. Ochoa has flown in Operations Enduring Freedom, Iraqi Freedom, Resolute Support, Freedom's Sentinel, and Volant Shogun. She served as a Joint Strategic Planner, Joint Exercises and Training Division, Directorate for Joint Force Development, Joint Staff, Pentagon, Washington D.C. Col. Ochoa served as an Air Force Fellow in the McConn Public Policy Internship at the McCourt School of Public Policy, Georgetown University, Washington D.C. She also served as the advisor to the Commander, Air Mobility Command, for senior leader management within the command. Prior to this assignment, she served as the Vice Commander, 375th Air Mobility Wing, Scott Air Force Base, Ill., where she led more than 3,100 personnel who provided aeromedical evacuation for patients, and operational support airlift for high priority passengers and cargo with a fleet of 14 C-21 aircraft.
We talk with Command Master Chief Britt Slabinski about doing the right thing when the decision becomes impossible. He relates how he invoked the 3CsPlus concept - courage, conviction, compassion and contribution. One is black and white, one is the underpinning of all, one is ever present and one has three rules. Listen to the podcast to find out which one is most important. Finally, where does the Boy Scout Oath play a part?CMC Slabinski's operational assignments include SEAL Team FOUR, 1990 to 1993; Naval Special Warfare Development Group (NSWDG), 1993 to 2006; and Command Master Chief of Naval Special Warfare Tactical Development and Evaluation Squadron TWO, 2006 to 2008. He was the Senior Enlisted Advisor of the Joint Special Operations Command, Washington, DC Office, 2008 to 2010 and Command Master Chief, Naval Special Warfare Group TWO, 2010 to 2012Slabinski has completed nine overseas deployments and 15 combat deployments in support of the Global War on Terrorism, including Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom. He retired in June 2014 as the Director of Naval Special Warfare Safety Assurance and Analysis Program after more than 25 years of service.
This episode of The Athlete Entrepreneur features my good friend and co-founder of Hero Barbell Co., Lt. Col. Frank "Squiggy" Savarese. Lieutenant Colonel Savarese was born the son of a Marine attack pilot. He graduated the United States Naval Academy with a Bachelors of Science in History and was commissioned a Second Lieutenant in May 2002. In June 2006, Lieutenant Colonel Savarese finished his initial training at VMFAT-101, and reported to the Death Rattlers of VMFA-323 for follow on training. He also deployed aboard USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) in support of Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom (II) in 2007 and again in 2009 in support of theater security operations in the western pacific. He was designated Air Combat Tactics Instructor in December 2008. Departing from the Snakes in July 2009, Lieutenant Colonel Savarese received orders to become a Fleet Replacement Squadron Instructor and reported to VMFAT-101. While with the Sharpshooters, he was selected to attend the United States Navy's Fighter Weapons School (TOPGUN) and was designated a Strike Fighter Tactics Instructor in June 2011. Lieutenant Colonel Savarese received orders in August 2012 to report to Marine Aviation Training Systems Site (MATSS) Iwakuni, and relocated his family to MCAS Iwakuni, Japan. While assigned to MATSS Iwakuni, he served as MATSS operations officer and as the MAG-12 standardization evaluator. In July 2013, he received orders and reported to the Bats of VMFA(AW)-242 and serve as the pilot training officer. He attended Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 1-14 was designated a WTI in October 2013. For his efforts as training officer, he was recognized as the 2015 1st Marine Aircraft Wing Aviator of the Year. Subsequently, Lieutenant Colonel Savarese reported for duty as Air Officer, 11th Marine Regiment in April 2015. Upon graduating Tactical Air Control Party School and being designated a Forward Air Controller (FAC), he attended WTI again as an air officer. While at WTI, he received the India 14 award, distinguishing him as top FAC. During his tour with 11th Marines, he was responsible for Joint Terminal Attack Controller training throughout 1st Marine Division.In October of 2016, Lieutenant Colonel Savarese reported to the Death Rattlers of VMFA-323 for his department head tour. During this tour, he served as the maintenance officer in support of Operation Inherent Resolve, and deployed with Carrier Air Wing 11 aboard USS Nimitz (CVN 68) in June 2017. He returned in December of 2017 and served as the executive officer until his departure in March of 2019. After departing the Death Rattlers for a second time, he reported to Commander Naval Air Forces (CNAF) to serve as the Tactical Aircraft Integration (TAI) officer. For his continued efforts to integrate both the Navy and Marine Corps, he was recognized as the 2019 USMC Tailhooker of the Year.His personal awards include the Meritorious Service Medal, Air Medal (Strike/Flight), Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal (gold star in lieu of third award), and Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (gold star in lieu of second award). Throughout his flying career, he has accumulated over 2300 mishap free F/A-18 hours, over 150 combat hours, and 364 carrier-arrested landings.LtCol Savarese is happily married to the former Jamie Alameda of Yuma, Arizona. They have four children, Charlotte (10), Reid (8), Frances (4), and Margot (1).
Congressman Jim Banks of Indiana, chairs the conservative Republican Study Committee, is on the House Armed Services Committee and currently serves in the U.S. Navy Reserve as a Supply Corps officer. In 2014 and 2015, he took a leave of absence from the Indiana State Senate to deploy to Afghanistan during Operations Enduring Freedom and Freedom's Sentinel. He is absolutely outraged by the Biden's administration overstepping with regard to parental rights Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Congressman Jim Banks of Indiana, chairs the conservative Republican Study Committee, is on the House Armed Services Committee and currently serves in the U.S. Navy Reserve as a Supply Corps officer. In 2014 and 2015, he took a leave of absence from the Indiana State Senate to deploy to Afghanistan during Operations Enduring Freedom and Freedom's Sentinel. He has been a vocal advocate for the men and women left behind in Afghanistan and also the endless corruption surrounding Joe Biden. Banks has exposed first, the half a million in back taxes Joe owes, and second, the Chinese spy drones being used by our own Secret Service Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Congressman Jim Banks of Indiana, currently serves in the U.S. Navy Reserve as a Supply Corps officer. In 2014 and 2015, he took a leave of absence from the Indiana State Senate to deploy to Afghanistan during Operations Enduring Freedom and Freedom's Sentinel and Congressman Louie Gohmert of Texas, who was a captain in the Army, is working with people on the ground in Afghanistan in an attempt to help safely evacuate those left behind by Biden. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Congressman Jim Banks of Indiana currently serves in the U.S. Navy Reserve as a Supply Corps officer. In 2014 and 2015, he took a leave of absence from the Indiana State Senate to deploy to Afghanistan during Operations Enduring Freedom and Freedom's Sentinel. He is outraged by the actions of Biden, and his inaction to help Americans trapped in Afghanistan. Banks is calling for the release of the full ABC interview that Biden gave to George Stephanopoulos: Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
In Today's "Moment of Truth," Saurabh and Nick sit down with Congressman Jim Banks (R-IN), Chairman of the Republican Study Committee, to discuss the state of working class families in America, the threat from China, how to fix healthcare in America, and Jim's recent meeting with President Trump and his plans for the future.Congressman Jim Banks is a native Hoosier, born and raised in Columbia City. He earned an undergraduate degree from Indiana University and a Master of Business Administration from Grace College. While serving in the Indiana State Senate from 2010 to 2016, he chaired the Senate Veteran Affairs and the Military Committee where he led the charge on many significant pro-growth, pro-family, and pro-veteran reforms.Congressman Banks currently serves in the U.S. Navy Reserve as a Supply Corps officer. In 2014 and 2015, he took a leave of absence from the Indiana State Senate to deploy to Afghanistan during Operations Enduring Freedom and Freedom's Sentinel. Due to a unique state law regarding leaves of absence, his wife, Amanda, was elected to serve in his place during the deployment. Banks is often told she made a better State Senator than he did. Banks was elected in 2016 to represent Indiana's 3rd Congressional District and currently serves as chairman of the Republican Study Committee for the 117th Congress. Banks serves as a member of the House Committee on Armed Services, the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs, and the House Committee on Education and Labor. Additionally, he serves as the Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Subcommittee Cyber, Innovative Technologies, and Information Systems, co-chairs the House Armed Services Committee's Future of Defense Task Force and sits on the Naval Academy's Board of Visitors.Amid Congressman Banks' work as a public servant, he has been recognized for outstanding service and leadership. In 2018 and 2019, Congressman Banks received the Family Research Council's “True Blue” award for his 100% pro-life, pro-family voting record. He has also received NFIB's “Guardian of Small Business” award and the FreedomFighter Award from FreedomWorks in recognition of his dedication to economic freedom and personal liberty.Congressman Banks, alongside his wife Amanda, are the parents to three daughters, Lillian, Elizabeth, and Joann. They are honored to call northeast Indiana home.––––––Follow American Moment on Social Media:Twitter – https://twitter.com/AmMomentOrgFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/AmMomentOrgInstagram – https://www.instagram.com/ammomentorg/YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4qmB5DeiFxt53ZPZiW4TcgCheck out AmCanon:https://www.americanmoment.org/amcanon/Follow Us on Twitter:Saurabh Sharma – https://twitter.com/ssharmaUSNick Solheim – https://twitter.com/NickSSolheimAmerican Moment's "Moment of Truth" Podcast is recorded at the Conservative Partnership Center in Washington DC, produced and edited by Jared Cummings. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.
Anderson Salgado is an accomplished e-Commerce expert who in the past five years has made a name for himself for having keen knowledge of the Amazon Marketplace. This U.S. Marine Corps Veteran who served in Operations Enduring Freedom in 2011-12 is also a University of Miami MBA Graduate, former Amazon Senior Vendor/General Manager for the Beauty and Professional Beauty Categories, former Head of Amazon for VaynerMedia, and has been featured in Bloomberg and Business Insider magazines as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Amazon advertising, optimization, and growth hacking after being instrumental in developing the Pro and Luxury Beauty category at Amazon (one of the fastest-growing categories of the platform since 2016) and later launching his own agency to help other brands to do the same. Anderson Salgado, a Venezuelan immigrant, husband, and father of two is now working on a new platform that promises to simplify e-Commerce through revolutionary finding technology. Visit Anderson on the Web: https://tribell.com Watch all episodes of #ThisWeekWithSabir here https://growthbysabir.com/liveshow Need help growing your business, contact Sabir here https://growthbysabir.com Follow Sabir on Social Media Instagram: https://instagram.com/gosabir Twitter: https://twitter.com/sabirs Facebook: https://facebook.com/growthbysabir TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@growthbysabir LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sabirsemerkant #ThisWeekWithSabir --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sabir-semerkant/support
Cherissa Jackson, a registered nurse and retired Air Force combat clinician, with 23 years of active duty service, deployed three times during Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom as a battlefield clinician. Jackson is a passionate author and speaker, single mother of twin daughters, and determined ambassador and advocate for patients and Veterans with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Cherissa heads AMVETS National's HEAL Program, which strives to confront the risk factors that lead to crisis and veteran suicide. She leads AMVETS' efforts to address issues related to women veterans and champion legislation that improves access to quality healthcare. Cherissa is hosting the AMVETS Alternative Healthcare Summit on June 27, 2021 (PTSD Awareness Day) to discuss options for holistic health and economic empowerment through cannabis. To learn more about the AMVETS Alternative Healthcare Summit visit the website here. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cannabisdiversity/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cannabisdiversity/support
This is part 2 of a 2 part deep conversation that Travis has with Karl "KJ" Johnson. KJ is the director of the C.S. Lewis Institute. KJ grew up in Chicago, attended the Univ. of IL Urbana-Champaign, and served 20 years of active duty in the United States Marine Corps as an assault support helicopter pilot and weapons & tactics instructor. He's a veteran of numerous deployments, including Operations Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan and multiple humanitarian assistance missions—most notably Operation Unified Assistance (2004 tsunami) where he served as Air Mission Commander for former presidents George H.W. Bush and Bill Clinton. He retired as a lieutenant colonel in 2012 and returned to Chicago to attend Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. KJ holds three master's degrees (military studies, philosophy of religion, and systematic theology). He and his wife, Nidia, live in Chicago and have two grown daughters. KJ oversees programs that foster discipleship of heart and mind for CSLI (e.g., C.S. Lewis Fellows Program). KJ's focus and passion is discipleship, apologetics, and leadership. His desire is to see believers better understand the call to discipleship, to seek the mind of Christ, and live out their faith. Travis and KJ keep the conversation on discipleship going, but this time they step into the subject of politics and the Christian. What should our involvement be? Have we substituted prayer for online protest? Are we trying to hold on to something? How do Christians in the UK go about living their faith in their country? Why is it so different? Are we in Babylon today? If so, how does that change how we go about the process of discipleship? Listen in and find out! Travis talks a bit about the book https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004FPYKX4/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i7 (Souls in Transition). Check out the https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/ (C.S. Lewis Institute) and what KJ is doing at the https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/Chicago (C.S. Lewis Institute Chicago).
LCDR David N. Trenholm, of Rockford Illinios, Enlisted in the Navy in June of 1995. After completion of Bootcamp at Recruit Training Command in Great Lakes Illinois, LCDR Trenholm checked into Yoemen “A” schoolat NAS Merdian MS. In January of 1996, then YNSA Trenholm, checked into his first Command at VFA-106 Gladiators at NAS Cecil Field FL. LCDR Trenholm was selected for the BOOST program in 1998 and left for New Port, RI. LCDR Trenholm graduated from Florida State University, in 2003, where he earned a Double Bachelors of Science in Finance and Real Estate. LCDR Trenholm attended flight school in Pensacola, Florida from 2003-2004 while assigned to the VT-4 Warbucks with follow on training at the 562nd Flying Training Squadron at Randolf AFB in San Antonio TX where he earned his “Wings of Gold” in April 2005. He was selected to his first fleet aircraft, the P-3C Orion, and reported to training at Patrol Squadron 30 located at NAS Jacksonville, FL. In January of 2006, LCDR Trenholm reported to his first operational aviation assignment VP-5 Mad Foxes at NAS Jacksonville, FL. During his time at VP-5 he completed one tri-site deployment to Djibouti, Sigonella, and El Salvador flying over 500 mishap-free hours and directly contributing in the seizure of more than $100 million in narcotics. He also completed one 7th Fleet deployment flying over 500 mishap-free hours. While attached to VP-5 he served as the Legal Officer, Readiness Offcier, and AW Training Division Officer and qualified as NAV/COMM NATOPS Instructor, Instructor TACCO and Mission Commander. In March of 2009, LCDR Trenholm checked in to CPRW-11 Weapons and Tactics Unit (WTU) where he served as a Legal Oficer, Warfare Development Division Officer, Training Division Officer. During his time at CPRW-11 WTU he was responsible for developing training curriculium and implantation of training to over 150 students and qualified over 30 Combat Air Crews in the P-3C Orion. In October of 2011, LCDR Trenholm reported to USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER (CVN-69) where he served as the OI Divison Officer, Search and Rescue Officer, Full Motion Video Officer, Common Tactical Picture Manager, and quailed as a Tactical Action Officer (TAO) and Aircraft Launch and Recovry Officer (SHOOTER). He conducted two deployments to the 5th Fleet AOR in support of Operations ENDURING FREEDOM and a Battle “E”. In August of 2013, LCDR Trenholm checked into CPRW-11 Det FSU-5 where he completed 3 EUCOM deployments amassing over 750 flight hour providing accurate and crucial ISR&T to the FIFTH, and SIXTH Fleet Commanders in support of Operatoins INHERENT RESOLVE. He served as the Maintenance Officer, Admin Officer, Training Officer, and Operations Officer during his time at FSU-5. After being selected for Operational Training Department Head, LCDR Trenholm reported to TACRON 22 in January 2016 where he served as the Operatoins Officer, Training Officer, Admin Officer, and Detachement Plans Officer, and qualified as a (TACCWO). He deployed with onboard the USS WASP (LHD-1) to FIFTH and SIXTH Fleet in support of Operation ODYSSEY LIGHTING. He also deployed aboard the USS IWO JIMA (LHD-7) in support of Hurrican relief due to Hurrican Irma and Matthew. For his twilight tour, LCDR Trenholm reported to CPRW-11 Det FSU-5 July of 2018 where he served as the Maintenance Officer and Detachment Officer-in-Charge of a deployment to FIFTH Fleet and SEVENTH Fleet. LCDR Trenholm has accumulated more than 2,250 flight hours in the mighty P-3C Orion aircraft. His personal decorations include the Air Medal (2 Awards), Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal (3 Awards), Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (3 Awards) and numerous Campaign, Service and Unit awards. David is married to the Danielle Trenholm of Monticello, FL and together we have 2 children; Sean 19, and Kady, 15 in Jacksonville, FL. David earned a Double Bacholers of Science in Finance and Real Estate from Florida State Univeristy and a
This is part 1 of a 2 part deep conversation that Travis has with Karl "KJ" Johnson. KJ is the director of the C.S. Lewis Institute. KJ grew up in Chicago, attended the Univ. of IL Urbana-Champaign, and served 20 years of active duty in the United States Marine Corps as an assault support helicopter pilot and weapons & tactics instructor. He's a veteran of numerous deployments, including Operations Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan and multiple humanitarian assistance missions—most notably Operation Unified Assistance (2004 tsunami) where he served as Air Mission Commander for former presidents George H.W. Bush and Bill Clinton. He retired as a lieutenant colonel in 2012 and returned to Chicago to attend Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. KJ holds three master's degrees (military studies, philosophy of religion, and systematic theology). He and his wife, Nidia, live in Chicago and have two grown daughters. KJ oversees programs that foster discipleship of heart and mind for CSLI (e.g., C.S. Lewis Fellows Program). KJ's focus and passion is discipleship, apologetics, and leadership. His desire is to see believers better understand the call to discipleship, to seek the mind of Christ, and live out their faith. Travis and KJ discuss all things discipleship, culture, life, movies, 90's basketball, how to navigate the world as Christians today, and have some laughs along the way. Check out the https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/ (C.S. Lewis Institute) and what KJ is doing at the https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/Chicago (C.S. Lewis Institute Chicago). KJ talks a lot about Transforming Discipleship. Check out the book https://www.amazon.com/Transforming-Discipleship-Making-Disciples-Time/dp/0830823883 (here).
In today's episode, I had the opportunity to sit down for an inspiring chat with Holly Taylor. Holly is a retired Naval Officer who served 26 years of active duty service. She initially enlisted in the Navy working her way up from E-1 to E-7 and then ultimately earning a commission as a Naval Officer. Some of her significant tours include 2 deployments in support of Operations ENDURING FREEDOM and IRAQI FREEDOM to include the initial invasion of Iraq while assigned to Task Force Mike; 2 tours with the Navy Expeditionary Guard Battalion in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba serving as a Security Officer charged with conducting safe and humane care and custody of detained enemy combatants; Executive Officer of the Navy Blue Angels Flight Demonstration Squadron; and a 10-month deployment onboard the Aircraft Carrier USS CARL VINSON supporting Operation INHERENT RESOLVE. She lives with her husband Jerry in Birmingham, Alabama where she is currently pursuing her PhD in Instructional Leadership at The University of Alabama. Before I let you listen to our conversation, I want to share with you that my new book, Finding Your Voice (www.csillamuscan.me) is coming out April 2020. I'm looking for women who are passionate about inspiring and empowering women to find their purpose, use their talents for the good of others and establish healthy priorities in their lives in order to be able to fully show up for their dreams and calling. If you are that woman, I'd love to have you on my book launch team. Find out more information about this here: https://www.captivate-training.com/fyvbook And now, let's listen in!
NextPod will touch on equality among veterinary professionals, particularly in leadership with Dr. Bridget Heilsberg of the WVLDIDr. Bridget Heilsberg is the past-president of Women's Veterinary Leadership Development Initiative. She completed her Bachelor's Degree in Animal Science, with a focus on reproduction and genetics, at Cornell University in January 2003. Shortly after, she enlisted in the United States Naval Reserve and moved to California. In 2006, Bridget was activated with the Navy in support of Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom. Dr. Heilsberg moved to Phoenix, Arizona upon returning home, and worked as a veterinary technician at Animal Medical and Surgical Center of Scottsdale as well as teaching at Kaplan College in the Veterinary Technician and Respiratory Technician programs. She moved to Fort Collins, Colorado in 2009 for veterinary school and is incredibly proud of her time spent as a Colorado State University Ram. After graduation, she completed an internship at JEH Equine Reproduction Services and Hospital, and was welcomed on as an associate once the internship concluded. In May 2016, Dr. Bridget left JEH Equine to start her own ambulatory practice in the North Texas and Texoma area. She continues her focus on overall wellness, therapeutic nutrition, and preventive sports medicine. She is incredibly grateful for the support of the community, and hopes to continue to give back to the local area by hosting client education seminars and continuing her work with NCTC's Equine Program.
Chris Bugg is the owner of Sandler Training Coastal Virginia Professional Development, the only Veteran-owned Sandler Training center in Hampton Roads. Chris is a 1996 graduate of the United States Naval Academy and holds a Masters in Public Policy from Duke University, as well as an MBA from the Fuqua School of Business at Duke which he earned through their executive-track program. Chris served for 12-years in the U.S. Navy flying F/A-18Cs in support of Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom before transitioning to the Reserves, retiring as a Commander in 2016. As a Sandler Trainer, Chris works with business owners and executives and their teams to engineer strategic growth; often this takes the form of sales coaching and training. Prior to starting a Sandler Training center, Chris worked in Sales, Business Development and Management for two large high-technology defense firms. Send Chris an email to connect
“The VETLANTA Story & Why It Matters” Veteran Voices, Episode 2 Episode 2 features Lloyd Knight and John Phillips. Lloyd Knight is a Senior Director of International Air Freight based at UPS Supply Chain Solutions corporate campus in Alpharetta, GA. Lloyd began his career with UPS in 2007 and in addition to his current assignment has served multiple capacities including Director of Global Freight Forwarding, Director of Global Government Operations and Government Operations Manager. In addition to these roles, Lloyd has been selected for several special assignments including a six month rotation with corporate HR establishing the UPS Veterans Management Training Program, a six week deployment to Hong Kong in 2017 to support peak season and the Chairman of the UPS Veterans Council in 2019. Lloyd retired from the Air Force in 2007 after 20 years of service. During his military service, Lloyd logged over 3,000 flight hours as a Loadmaster on several aircraft including the C-141 Starlifter, C-5 Galaxy, and C-23 Sherpa. He also served as a Functional Manager at HQ Air Mobility Command and First Sergeant for Medical and Communications Squadrons. Lloyd participated in Operations “Just Cause”, “Desert Storm” “Northern Watch”, “Southern Watch”, “Allied Force” and supported Operations “Enduring Freedom” and “Iraqi Freedom”. Lloyd started the first UPS Veterans Business Resource Group in Atlanta and co-founded and is the President of VETLANTA, an industry collaboration of veteran friendly/affiliated organizations striving to make Atlanta the premier community for veterans and their families. He is an active volunteer supporting multiple non-profits including American Corporate Partners, FourBlock, Veterans Empowerment Organization and Hire Heroes USA. Lloyd is the recipient of the 2017 UPS Jim Casey Community Service Award. This award is given annually to just one of 454,000 global UPS employees for demonstrating an exceptional commitment to helping others in their community. He is also two time recipient of the President's Volunteer Service Award and was awarded an Atlanta Journal Constitution Hometown Hero Award in 2018. Lloyd has associate degrees in Aircrew Operations and Human Resources Management from the Community College of the Air Force, a Bachelor Degree and Master’s Degree in Transportation & Logistics Management from American Military University. Lloyd is married to Suzan for 31 years and has two sons. Connect with Lloyd Knight on LinkedIn and learn more about UPS here: https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ups.com&token=7e9f97-1-1581734796313 (www.ups.com) John W. Phillips is author of the Amazon best seller “Boots to Loafers” and is co-founder & Vice President for VETLANTA. He has had a distinguished career in both military and civilian service. John is a retired US Army Field Artillery officer and Comptroller with 20+ years of service in Corps Artillery, Division Artillery, Army Headquarters and Forces Command, the largest command and the generating force provider for combatant commanders - at home and abroad. He has served in Europe, throughout the Middle East and the United States. He has been awarded the Legion of Merit, Meritorious Service Medal, and the Air Assault Badge among other awards and decorations. John has worked in corporate finance, program and project management, and sales roles for The Coca-Cola Company located in Atlanta, Georgia. In his spare time, John spends his time in either the mountains of North Georgia fly fishing, in the British Virgin Islands sailing with his wife or out west camping, rafting or canoeing with his best friends. John holds a BS in Finance from University of Central Florida and an MBA from Syracuse University. John lives in the foothills of the North Georgia Mountains outside the Atlanta area with his wife. This episode was hosted by Scott Luton. For more information, please visit our episode page...
Lt. Col. Heath J. Kerns is the Commander, 330th Recruiting Squadron, Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. He leads Special Operations Recruiters to scout, develop and guide future Special Warfare Airmen to their combat calling. The 330th Recruiting Squadron is the largest squadron within Air Force Recruiting Service and its mission spans the entire globe. Lieutenant Colonel Kerns grew up in Kansas City, Missouri and graduated from the United States Air Force Academy in June 2004. He is the second Air Force officer to ever graduate the Brazilian Army Jungle Warfare course and holds advanced qualifications as a military freefall parachutist, combat scuba diver, and air traffic controller. Lieutenant Colonel Kerns served two tours as a Joint Terminal Attack Controller in Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom and deployed extensively throughout Southern Command, Pacific Command, and Africa Command in support of Special Operations.
Supply Chain Now Radio, Episode 121 “The VETLANTA Story & Why It Matters” The VETLANTA Voice Series on SCNR Episode 121 features Lloyd Knight and John Phillips. Lloyd Knight is a Senior Director of International Air Freight based at UPS Supply Chain Solutions corporate campus in Alpharetta, GA. Lloyd began his career with UPS in 2007 and in addition to his current assignment has served multiple capacities including Director of Global Freight Forwarding, Director of Global Government Operations and Government Operations Manager. In addition to these roles, Lloyd has been selected for several special assignments including a six month rotation with corporate HR establishing the UPS Veterans Management Training Program, a six week deployment to Hong Kong in 2017 to support peak season and the Chairman of the UPS Veterans Council in 2019. Lloyd retired from the Air Force in 2007 after 20 years of service. During his military service, Lloyd logged over 3,000 flight hours as a Loadmaster on several aircraft including the C-141 Starlifter, C-5 Galaxy, and C-23 Sherpa. He also served as a Functional Manager at HQ Air Mobility Command and First Sergeant for Medical and Communications Squadrons. Lloyd participated in Operations “Just Cause”, “Desert Storm” “Northern Watch”, “Southern Watch”, “Allied Force” and supported Operations “Enduring Freedom” and “Iraqi Freedom”. Lloyd started the first UPS Veterans Business Resource Group in Atlanta and co-founded and is the President of VETLANTA, an industry collaboration of veteran friendly/affiliated organizations striving to make Atlanta the premier community for veterans and their families. He is an active volunteer supporting multiple non-profits including American Corporate Partners, FourBlock, Veterans Empowerment Organization and Hire Heroes USA. Lloyd is the recipient of the 2017 UPS Jim Casey Community Service Award. This award is given annually to just one of 454,000 global UPS employees for demonstrating an exceptional commitment to helping others in their community. He is also two time recipient of the President's Volunteer Service Award and was awarded an Atlanta Journal Constitution Hometown Hero Award in 2018. Lloyd has associate degrees in Aircrew Operations and Human Resources Management from the Community College of the Air Force, a Bachelor Degree and Master’s Degree in Transportation & Logistics Management from American Military University. Lloyd is married to Suzan for 31 years and has two sons. Connect with Lloyd Knight on LinkedIn and learn more about UPS here: www.ups.com John W. Phillips is author of the Amazon best seller “Boots to Loafers” and is co-founder & Vice President for VETLANTA. He has had a distinguished career in both military and civilian service. John is a retired US Army Field Artillery officer and Comptroller with 20+ years of service in Corps Artillery, Division Artillery, Army Headquarters and Forces Command, the largest command and the generating force provider for combatant commanders - at home and abroad. He has served in Europe, throughout the Middle East and the United States. He has been awarded the Legion of Merit, Meritorious Service Medal, and the Air Assault Badge among other awards and decorations. John has worked in corporate finance, program and project management, and sales roles for The Coca-Cola Company located in Atlanta, Georgia. In his spare time, John spends his time in either the mountains of North Georgia fly fishing, in the British Virgin Islands sailing with his wife or out west camping, rafting or canoeing with his best friends. John holds a BS in Finance from University of Central Florida and an MBA from Syracuse University. John lives in the foothills of the North Georgia Mountains outside the Atlanta area with his wife. This episode was hosted by Scott Luton. For more information, please visit our episode page at: www.supplychainnowradio.com/episode-121
We’ll be diverging a bit from our usual discussion around higher ed marketing to talk about leadership, which is a topic relevant to anyone who has to work with and through others. Joining us in that conversation is retired Air Force Major General, H. D. “Jake” Polumbo. Over his 34 year career in the Air Force, General Polumbo acquired a great deal of wisdom around how to lead and manage others, even under the most challenging circumstances. We talk about why leaders need to demonstrate compassion for their team the importance of leaders publicly owning up to mistakes tips for making decisions with limited information why character and integrity are essential for any leader. Near the end of the episode, I explain how you can get a signed copy of his book, Leadership at 30,000 Feet for free. General Polumbo is a graduate of the U.S. Air Force Academy, and over his career he has served in numerous positions of leadership around globe. He holds the distinction as the first and only U.S. Air Force general officer to fly the U2S in combat, completing twenty-one missions in Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom. He is a co-founder of Two Blue Aces, a leadership and strategy consulting firm, and he currently sits on the Aviation Advisory Boards for the Business School of Hawaii Pacific University and Southeastern University, and assists with the operation of the Advanced Mobility Institute at Florida Polytechnic University. Links: twoblueaces.com Amazon: Leadership at 30,000 Feet
Recorded November 10, 2018 Adm. Christopher Grady is a native of Newport, Rhode Island. He is a graduate of the University of Notre Dame and was commissioned an ensign through the Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps program. Grady is a distinguished graduate of Georgetown University where he earned a Master of Arts in National Security Studies while concurrently participating as a fellow in Foreign Service at the Edmund A. Walsh School of Foreign Service. He is also a distinguished graduate of the National War College earning a Master of Science in National Security Affairs. He assumed command of U.S. Fleet Forces Command/U.S. Naval Forces Northern Command on May 4, 2018. In his most recent assignment, he was the commander, U.S. 6th Fleet and the commander, Naval Striking and Support Forces NATO, while simultaneously serving as the deputy commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe and U.S. Naval Forces Africa. Additional flag assignments include director of the Maritime Operations Center (N2/3/5/7), Commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet; commander, Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 1/Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group where he deployed for nearly 10 months to the Western Pacific and the Arabian Gulf conducting combat operations in support of Operation Inherent Resolve; and commander, Naval Surface Force Atlantic. At sea, Grady’s initial tour was aboard USS Moosbrugger (DD 980) as combat information center officer and antisubmarine warfare officer. As a department head, he served as weapons control officer and combat systems officer aboard USS Princeton (CG 59). He was commanding officer of Mine Countermeasures Rotational Crew Echo aboard USS Chief (MCM 14), and deployed to the Arabian Gulf in command of USS Ardent (MCM 12). Grady then commanded USS Cole (DDG 67), deploying as part of NATO’s Standing Naval Forces Mediterranean. As commander, Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 22, he deployed to the Arabian Gulf as sea combat commander for the Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group (TRCSG) in support of Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom. Ashore, Grady first served on the staff of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and then as naval aide to the chief of naval operations. He also served on the staff of the chief of naval operations as assistant branch head, Europe and Eurasia Politico-Military Affairs Branch (OPNAV N524). He then served as executive assistant to the Navy’s Chief of Legislative Affairs. Next, he served as the deputy executive secretary of the National Security Council in the White House. He then went on to serve as the executive assistant to the chief of naval operations. His personal awards include the Distinguished Service Medal, Defense Superior Service Medal, Legion of Merit with four gold stars, Meritorious Service Medal with four gold stars, Joint Service Commendation Medal, Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal with three gold stars, and the Combat "V", and Joint Service Achievement Medal. Grady is a joint specialty officer.
Bunker Labs is a national not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization built by Military Veteran entrepreneurs to empower other Military Veterans as leaders in innovation. Through local chapters across the U.S., Bunker Labs provides educational programming, access to resources, and a thriving local network to help military veterans and their spouses start and grow businesses. Emily McMahan launched Bunker Labs DC and is the Director of Capitol Post. After graduation from West Point, Emily was commissioned as a military police officer, and her military experience includes combat deployments supporting Operations Enduring Freedom, Iraqi Freedom, and Noble Eagle. Emily holds a Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Virginia's Darden School of Business and a Bachelor of Science degree from the United States Military Academy at West Point. Seda Goff is the Director of Bunker Labs D.C. Prior to that, through Seda's company Lighthouse Global Business, she worked with Bunker Labs companies as a consultant teaching lean startup and helping start founders map out their business ecosystem. Seda is a graduate of the University of Colorado at Boulder and holds an MBA from American University in Washington D.C. The Muster DC 2018 ($10 off General Admission with Promo Code: AARMuster) https://nvite.com/MusterDC/32dgow Bunker Labs https://bunkerlabs.org
Rear Admiral Kerry Metz (USN, Ret.) started his career as a Navy SEAL, and eventually served as the first commander of Special Operations Command North. In this discussion, Kerry talked about career success, career setbacks, and how “you can’t be a shiny penny without a few wire brushings!” Kerry shares his 5 H’s when it comes to leadership: honor, honesty, humility, humor, and happiness. He discusses the differences and similarities between the military, sports teams, business, and the shared commonality regarding leadership. Listen in to gain insights from a modern-day, intellectual warrior. Key Takeaways [3:01] Kerry progressed as a SEAL from the tactical area, through operational roles, and then to the strategic level as an admiral. The Special Forces, SEALs, and Rangers are tests for the human body and mind to do 10 times more than they think they can. [5:48] A good team requires a common purpose or mission. Next, comes a shared experience or sacrifice. Everyone contributes to the best of their ability. These are the ingredients for a high-performing team. [7:33] Kerry talks about sacrifice in a startup. Employees sacrifice high salary for shares. Founders are often on the road more than most executives, for a later payoff. Sacrificing now gives you future options. [9:25] Kerry discusses how Naval officers achieve rank. Evaluations are not only for what they have done, but also their potential. Leadership is developing the leaders behind you. If something happens to you, the one behind you has to step up and take your place. [13:29] Kerry talks about his advancement. He was passed over for Lieutenant Commander once, but not the second time. When he was up for Commander, it also took two times. But he made One Star Admiral before his contemporaries. Kerry follows five ‘H’s: Honor, Honesty, Humility, Humor, and Happiness. [21:13] Military groups fight in a mission to win or lose; sports teams play a game to win; but business can be a long slog. He cites Admiral Jim Stavridis, who said to be open, honest, and collegial, and Admiral Michael Mullen, who said to listen, learn, and lead. Leaders who apply these principles will lead well. [25:49] Competition among peers is healthy if it is balanced with cooperation. Leaders should lead people the way they need to be led. Some need a push, some need a pat on the back. Tell the contributors how they are doing, and what they need to do to be on the mark. [29:44] In 1989, Kerry tells a hard leadership lesson he learned as the Team Commander of SEAL Team One when they deployed to the Philippines. [37:27] Put people in the right spot for them, nurture them, and empower them, and they will surpass your expectations and surprise you with their achievements. [41:42] No one starts at the top. He would like to help others have a smoother ride, go further, and go faster. The world needs leaders to handle complexity. LinkedIn: Kerry M. Metz Navy Bio: Navy.mil/navydata/bios/navybio_ret.asp?bioID=655 Interview: Defensemedianetwork.com/stories/interview-with-rear-admiral-kerry-m-metz-us-navy Hall of Valor: Valor.militarytimes.com/recipient.php?recipientid=315229 Quotable Quotes Whatever you can do, think 10 times that. You are capable of it. Don’t let someone else determine where you’re going. You determine where you’re going. Stay on that path. You’re going to get through that obstacle. You’ve just got to keep trying. A high-performing team has a common purpose, a shared sacrifice, and everyone contributing to their best ability. “A good leader can get the most of his personnel even that aren’t going all the way to the top.” The bottom line is sustained superior performance. If something happens to you, the one behind you has to take your place. If they’re not ready, then that’s your fault. “If you’re doing something that you absolutely hate, my suggestion is, do something [about it].” “You can’t be a shiny penny without a few wire brushings, and I got more than my share.” The simplest solution is not always the best if there are unknown factors. Always listen to input. Bio Rear Adm. Kerry Metz holds a Bachelor of Science in Business from the University of Colorado at Boulder and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Denver. He completed courses at the Air Command and Staff College, the Armed Forces Staff College and the Defense Language Institute. Commissioned via the Aviation Officer Candidate School in October 1984 and after a very brief time in aviation, he was assigned to the surface fleet where he served on USS Enhance (MSO 437). Transferring to Naval Special Warfare, he completed Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL training with Class 149 in April 1988. He served in both Naval Special Warfare and Joint Special Operations assignments. Previous commands include a Naval Special Warfare Task Unit, a Joint Task Force, Naval Special Warfare Group 11, and six Naval Special Warfare Reserve Units. His service overseas includes multiple deployments to Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom. Metz served as the first commander of Special Operations Command North, a subordinate unified command of U.S. Special Operations Command under the operational control of U.S. Northern Command. Promoted to rear admiral in October 2011, he served first as the deputy commander and then as interim commander of Special Operations Command Central from September 2011 to July 2013. Books mentioned in this episode Authentic Leadership: Rediscovering the Secrets to Creating Lasting Value, by Bill George The Littlest Green Beret: On Self-Reliant Leadership, by Jan Rutherford Hillbilly Elegy: A Memoir of a Family and Culture in Crisis, by J. D. Vance Devotion: An Epic Story of Heroism, Friendship, and Sacrifice, by Adam Makos When Breath Becomes Air, by Paul Kalanithi Make Your Bed: Little Things That Can Change Your Life...And Maybe the World, by William H. McRaven Let My People Go Surfing: The Education of a Reluctant Businessman, by Yvon Chouinard The Death of Expertise: The Campaign Against Established Knowledge and Why it Matters, by Thomas M. Nichols Letters from a Stoic, by Lucius Annaeus Seneca Moonwalking with Einstein: The Art and Science of Remembering Everything, by Joshua Foer Team of Teams: New Rules of Engagement for a Complex World, by General Stanley McChrystal and Tantum Collins Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action, by Simon Sinek The Secret Knowledge of Water: Discovering the Essence of the American Desert, by Craig Childs Younger Next Year: Live Strong, Fit, and Sexy — Until You’re 80 and Beyond, by Chris Crowley and Henry S. Lodge
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