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Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Shelby Mounts, who reflects on his 25 years of service with the US Navy and highlights the leadership lessons learned and his journey to becoming Executive Director of NextOp Veterans, a nonprofit organization focused on connecting veterans and military members to career opportunities. NextOp recruits, develops, and places military members and veterans into industry careers. The organization works one-on-one with enlisted service members and veterans to help translate military training and experiences into valued qualifications in the business community, and the organization works with and supports companies to develop and execute their veteran hiring and retention strategies.During the interview, Shelby talks about growing up in a US Navy household and how stories of service inspired him in childhood. He shares how his family's move from Texas to California and then changing schools in San Diego were challenging at the time, but shaped his future and his ability to adapt, learn and grow, and make friends quickly. Shelby talks about some of the childhood lessons he carries with him today, and then discusses his transition into the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis. He shares how he was encouraged and selected to attend US Navy Flight School, something he had always dreamed of, and how he progressed as a pilot and officer to lead a helicopter squadron. He talks about some of training and missions, and lessons learned while deployed, and how those experiences have shaped his ability to support and empower his team.Shelby then talks about his process of transitioning out of the military, which started when he was on a special assignment as a Secretary of Defense Corporate Fellow at Shell Oil in New Orleans, LA, and then on tours at the Pentagon, which allowed him to build and leverage his network of personal relationships that opened a door for a new corporate opportunity. He then talks about the important work that NextOp Veterans is doing to help military members and veterans, like himself, with that same transition into industry careers and opportunities. He shares some of this history and growth for the nonprofit organization, talks about some of their key strategies and recent successes, and how they are partnering with other organizations to create a system that benefits the veterans and military members, education institutions and training programs, companies, and our communities. He wraps up with how the community can help support their efforts, the power of hiring veterans and words of encouragement for companies looking to gain a competitive advantage with veterans on their team.Visit https://nextopvets.org to learn more about NextOp Veterans.About Shelby Mounts:Shelby Mounts brings more than 30 years of experience in Defense and Industry leadership roles to NextOp Veterans.His private industry roles include CEO of Riverside Consulting Services, LLC, a small, independent Government Consulting services company, Chief Commercial Officer and EVP of Sales for Vita Inclinata Technologies, and Director of Defense Aerospace and Maritime Business Development at Allegheny Technologies Inc (ATI). In each case, the focus was development of relationships, positive outcomes and growth.Shelby's Government experience included service in the US Navy for 25 years, where he retired as a Captain. After graduating from Annapolis with a Bachelor of Science degree, Shelby served four years as a Surface Warfare Officer, including deployed time in South America, the Caribbean, Europe and the Middle East, then was selected to attend US Navy Flight School.After earning his wings as a helicopter pilot, Shelby progressed as a pilot and officer, accumulating 2500 flight hours as an operator and two time instructor. This period included numerous deployments to the Middle East and Western Pacific Ocean supporting Navy and Marine Corps operations from San Diego,CA, Guam, and Japan, and a tour leading a helicopter squadron with 500 people and 19 helicopters in Norfolk, VA.His staff assignments included a joint assignment at US Special Operations Command in Tampa, FL, two tours at the Pentagon in a variety of Navy Staff resourcing and operations positions, and a special assignment as a Secretary of Defense Corporate Fellow at Shell Oil in New Orleans, LA. Shelby also completed a Master of Science through the University of San Diego Business School. The ChangeMakers Podcast is produced by cityCURRENT and powered by Higginbotham Insurance and Financial Services. Be inspired by more positive media by following cityCURRENT here: www.cityCURRENT.com

Send us a textIn this episode, we sit down with Captain Gervy Alota, a decorated Surface Warfare Officer, Naval Academy graduate, and proud son of a Navy Chief. He shares his journey from playing Navy football to commanding multiple amphibious warships and pioneering the Navy's first LCS Mine Countermeasures Mission Package Detachment. With over two decades of service, Captain Alota reflects on the leadership lessons he's learned, the role of mentorship and family in his career, and how he stays mission-driven. Now serving as Director of Community Outreach at Navy Recruiting Command, he's focused on shaping the future force and inspiring the next generation of Navy leaders. Key Topics: • Growing up in San Diego as the son of a Navy Chief • Leadership lessons from the Naval Academy and Navy football • Life and command at sea: USS Comstock, USS Harpers Ferry, USS John P. Murtha • Standing up the first LCS MCM Mission Package Detachment • Influencing the future force from Cheyenne Mountain to Navy Recruiting Command • Building resilient teams and winning multiple command excellence awards • Balancing legacy, service, and mentorshipAwards and Recognition:Captain Alota's teams have earned the Battle “E” for excellence, Golden Anchor Retention Excellence, and the CNO Safety Award. His personal decorations include: • Defense Superior Service Medal • Legion of Merit • Meritorious Service Medals (multiple) • Navy and Army Commendation & Achievement MedalsConnect & Learn More:Stay tuned for more stories of leadership, service, and the people shaping the future of the Navy.Connect with Gervy - https://www.instagram.com/captaingerv...His previous S.O.S. episode - https://www.youtube.com/live/p9wBbr4w...Visit 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

Are you managing or truly leading your team? What can military leadership teach us about running a successful business?In this episode of The Business Ownership Podcast I interviewed Dr. Anthony Simmons.  He is the founder and owner of Sixth Gear Consulting, LLC, which is a leadership performance consulting practice that instructs leaders on how to lead through bridging People and Technology. Dr. Anthony L. Simmons is a retired Navy Captain who served 28 years as a Surface Warfare Officer. His Navy experience includes four at-sea commands: a Patrol Coastal, two AEGIS Destroyers and a Destroyer Squadron. Ashore, he developed human resource strategies at the Bureau of Naval Personnel and the Pentagon on staffs of the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the Chief of Naval Operations as a Strategic Planner and Resource Officer. Dr. Simmons has worked in the Maritime Defense Sector supporting Small Business Innovation Research for the Office of Naval Research. Additionally, he has done business development, program management, and test and systems engineering. He holds a doctorate degree in Strategic Leadership from Regent University, a M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Naval Postgraduate School, a M.A. in Military Operational Art and Science from Air University, and a bachelor's degree in Robotics from Austin Peay State University. Dr. Simmons grew up in the rural, working-class town of Goodwater, AL where he graduated from Goodwater High School in 1985 as Valedictorian, was honored as an All-State Football Player, and earned a full football scholarship to Austin Peay. Dr. Simmons is a member of Austin Peay Governors Military Hall of Fame Class of 2023.Want to build a culture of trust and performance? Learn how. Check this out!Show Links: Dr. Anthony L. Simmons on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-simmons/Sixth Gear Consulting Website: https://sixthgearconsulting.com/Phone number: 901 219 9906Book a call with Michelle: https://go.appointmentcore.com/book/IcFD4cGJoin our Facebook group for business owners to get help or help other business owners!The Business Ownership Group - Secrets to Scaling: https://www.facebook.com/groups/businessownershipsecretstoscalingLooking to scale your business? Get free gifts here to help you on your way: https://www.awarenessstrategies.com/

In this episode of Veteran On the Move, Joe sits down with Rob Server, a former Navy SEAL with 9 years of service, and Alex Gendzier, a veteran advocate and business leader, to discuss their book, "Warrior to Civilian: The Field Manual for the Hero's Journey." They delve into the often-hidden challenges of military transition, from losing a sense of purpose and community to navigating new career paths. Rob's journey from Surface Warfare Officer to SEAL, followed by a successful transition to Goldman Sachs, provides a powerful example. Alex, drawing from his experience mentoring veterans, emphasizes the need for a comprehensive resource that addresses the emotional and practical aspects of this life-changing period. They explore how ancient wisdom and practical advice can guide veterans and their families through this new chapter, stressing the importance of communication and embracing the transition. Episode Resources:  Warrior to Civilian: The Field Manual for the Hero's Journey    About Our Guest    Lieutenant (SEAL) Rob Sarver graduated from the US Naval Academy in 2004. He initially served as a surface warfare officer and ultimately as a Navy SEAL assigned to SEAL Team 3, completing seven deployments during his service. He completed three tours in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and two tours in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Rob's awards and decorations include the Bronze Star Medal with a combat "V" device and oak leaf cluster, the Combat Action Ribbon with a gold star device, and various additional personal and unit accolades. Since his departure from the military in 2013, Rob has held various leadership and executive roles and earned an Executive MBA from the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School of Business. Currently, Rob is the Co-Founder of Servius Group and serves as the Co-CEO and Co-Founder of The Heroes Journey, LLC. Alex Gendzier is a partner at Seyfarth Shaw LLP, where he is involved in veterans affairs. Although Alex has no personal military experience, he feels a connection to them through his own journey of overcoming the odds, experiencing painful losses and making life-changing transitions and the five years of research and interviews that went into this Field Manual. His sense of his own successes and failures, as well as his desire to make a contribution to our service members and their families, led him to collaborate with Rob Sarver About Our Sponsors Navy Federal Credit Union   Navy Federal Credit Union has made it their mission to help people in the military community. Navy Federal Credit Union is open to all branches of the military, Veterans and their families. They have lots of flexible savings and investing options to help their members reach their financial goals. Don't miss out. The sooner you start building your finances with savings and investing options, the better off they could be in the long run.  At Navy Federal, our members are the mission.      Join the conversation on Facebook! Check out Veteran on the Move on Facebook to connect with our guests and other listeners. A place where you can network with other like-minded veterans who are transitioning to entrepreneurship and get updates on people, programs and resources to help you in YOUR transition to entrepreneurship.   Want to be our next guest? Send us an email at interview@veteranonthemove.com.  Did you love this episode? Leave us a 5-star rating and review!  Download Joe Crane's Top 7 Paths to Freedom or get it on your mobile device. Text VETERAN to 38470. Veteran On the Move podcast has published 500 episodes. Our listeners have the opportunity to hear in-depth interviews conducted by host Joe Crane. The podcast features people, programs, and resources to assist veterans in their transition to entrepreneurship.  As a result, Veteran On the Move has over 7,000,000 verified downloads through Stitcher Radio, SoundCloud, iTunes and RSS Feed Syndication making it one of...

In this episode of Veteran On the Move, Joe speaks with Zac Staples, a Navy Veteran and the CEO/Founder of Fathom5. A graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, Zac served as a Surface Warfare Officer before specializing in cyber and electronic warfare, supporting Counter-IED operations in Iraq. His time at the Naval Postgraduate School offered him a unique perspective on the DoD's pivotal role in the early development of Silicon Valley. Inspired by his mother, Zac embraced entrepreneurship after his military service, establishing Fathom5 – a company pioneering AI solutions that optimize the performance of military platforms. Zac shares compelling examples of Fathom5's technology in action on warships, demonstrating its crucial support for our warfighters. He also candidly discusses the obstacles he's faced in bringing these cutting-edge technologies to the fleet. Episode Resources:  Fathom5   About Our Guest    Zac Staples is the Founder and CEO of Fathom5, an Austin, Texas-based technology company dedicated to designing secure infrastructure for AI-powered machines that transform industrial resilience and drive defense innovation. Since founding Fathom5 in 2018, Zac has championed cyber-resilient designs and innovative solutions for the most complex operational technology challenges. Under his leadership, Fathom5 has reached significant milestones, including deploying AI aboard U.S. Navy warships a pioneering achievement in defense technology and holds 17 patents for advanced actuators and cybersecurity. His commitment to blending next-generation technology with legacy systems has positioned Fathom5 as a trusted partner in national defense and industrial innovation.   About Our Sponsors Navy Federal Credit Union   The holidays are upon us and all those travel and gift expenses are piling up With Navy Federal Credit Union's NEW cashRewards Plus card you'll earn unlimited 2% cash back on every purchase. We use our Navy Federal cash rewards card for all of our purchases throughout the year. Another great thing about the NEW cashRewards Plus card is you never have to pay attention to changing spend categories. You can spend your 2% cash rewards on anything you want, not just everyday purchases. With a $2k spend you'll receive 200 dollars cash back and a Walmart Plus annual membership. They also never limit how much you can earn from your spending. Sound too good to be true? Learn more at here.  At Navy Federal, our members are the mission.        Join the conversation on Facebook! Check out Veteran on the Move on Facebook to connect with our guests and other listeners. A place where you can network with other like-minded veterans who are transitioning to entrepreneurship and get updates on people, programs and resources to help you in YOUR transition to entrepreneurship.   Want to be our next guest? Send us an email at interview@veteranonthemove.com.  Did you love this episode? Leave us a 5-star rating and review!  Download Joe Crane's Top 7 Paths to Freedom or get it on your mobile device. Text VETERAN to 38470. Veteran On the Move podcast has published 500 episodes. Our listeners have the opportunity to hear in-depth interviews conducted by host Joe Crane. The podcast features people, programs, and resources to assist veterans in their transition to entrepreneurship.  As a result, Veteran On the Move has over 7,000,000 verified downloads through Stitcher Radio, SoundCloud, iTunes and RSS Feed Syndication making it one of the most popular Military Entrepreneur Shows on the Internet Today.

Scott Love is the founder of The Attorney Search Group, a legal recruiting firm. His practice focuses on partner transitions and law firm mergers, with specialized expertise in recruiting for global law firms in the areas of corporate, finance, private equity, and related practices. This business experience brings credibility and legitimacy to his speaking presentations at business, association, and legal conferences on the topics of rainmaking and client development. Scott's easy going presence from the stage, his clean humor, and storytelling style make him a popular speaker at conventions, conferences, and executive retreats. Scott is the author of Why They Follow: How to Lead with Positive Influence, the co-author of Rainmaker Confidential, and has been quoted in The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Bloomberg, The American Lawyer, Above the Law, The Huffington Post, Selling Power Magazine, Business Insider, and many more.  Scott produces the popular show "The Rainmaking Podcast" which is a top 2 percent podcast.  Scott is a graduate of the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland, and is a former Surface Warfare Officer. Seven Strategy Questions with Scott Love 1.        What were the impediments that kept you from reaching your goals? 2.        What were your three greatest achievements? 3.        What was the single greatest missed opportunity? 4.        How can you learn from this? 5.        What trends did you observe that can help you next year? 6.        How can you create synergy and leverage in your area of expertise? 7.        Who are the people who can benefit by knowing you? Look for synergistic strategic alliances. ---------------------------------------- This show is sponsored by Leopard Solutions Legal Intelligence Suite of products, Firmscape, and Leopard BI. Push ahead of the pack with the power of Leopard. For a free demo, visit this link: https://www.leopardsolutions.com/index.php/request-a-demo/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you a real estate investor in need of financing for your next investment property? If so, the Academy Fund has you covered! Whether you need short term financing for “fix-and-flip” projects, land development, or new construction or you need long term financing for single family or multi family rentals, we are your reliable financial partner. Our mission is to bridge the gaps often left by conventional banking institutions, making sure your real estate dreams become reality. And for accredited investors looking to earn purpose driven passive income while supporting military veteran real estate investors, the Academy Fund is the perfect opportunity. Our short term loans are powered by capital from investors like you, who receive monthly distributions.  To learn more, visit AcademyFund.com. Are you ready to connect, grow, and have some serious fun? Reserve your spot now for our upcoming event at The Tampa Club in Tampa, Florida, on January 28th. Space is limited to just 30 participants, so act fast to secure your place. Join us for an unforgettable experience filled with camaraderie, inspiration, and personal growth alongside like-minded individuals who share your values and ambitions. To learn more and reserve your spot, visit 10xvets.com/events. ______________ Jared Ogden is a distinguished military veteran and successful entrepreneur who has dedicated his career to national security, tactical training, and veteran support. As CEO and Co-founder of Triumph Systems, he leads a company that designs and manufactures innovative firearm training tools and technology systems for civilians, law enforcement, and military personnel.  In this episode, we discuss: How Jared's childhood dream of becoming a Navy SEAL led him to the Naval Academy and his service as both a Surface Warfare Officer and Naval Special Warfare Officer. Jared's transition from military service to entrepreneurship, including how he co-founded Triumph Systems and grew it to nearly $6 million in lifetime sales over eight years. How he and his team made a strategic pivot during the COVID pandemic from physical targeting systems to technology-based solutions, resulting in the development of BRASS App, a revolutionary shooting performance tracking platform. How Triumph Systems created the "world's first digital range" by integrating software that measures shooting metrics and enables users to compete virtually with others. Triumph Systems' innovative approach to democratizing shooting sports training by offering free technology that replaces traditional $150 shot timers, making performance tracking accessible to the 56 million target shooters in the United States. His commitment to finding synergies between special operations and law enforcement training methodologies through technology and innovative product design. The company's growth strategy, including current fundraising efforts focused on sales, marketing, and R&D, to expand their user base and transition to a subscription model. Jared's vision for the future of Triumph Systems, including plans for integrating their turning target system with decision-making tracking software for law enforcement training. Connect with Jared LinkedIn Triumph Systems  Brass App Email: jared@triumph-systems.com Special thanks to Jared Ogden for joining me this week. Until next time! -Scott Mackes, USNA '01

Errol Doebler: Healing from Traumatic Brain Injury and Finding Hope In this episode of Suicide Zen Forgiveness, host Elaine Lindsay talks with Errol Doebler, a former Navy SEAL and FBI agent who shares his incredible journey of overcoming traumatic brain injuries using cold exposure and intranasal insulin treatments. Errol discusses the emotional and cognitive struggles he faced after being injured and how he developed a leadership process that ultimately saved his life. He emphasizes the power of understanding and acknowledging one's emotions as a key to behavioral change and personal growth. This poignant conversation offers hope and actionable insights for those grappling with mental health challenges, depression, or suicide loss. Tune in to learn more about Errol's story, his leadership practices, and how you can implement small daily changes to improve your well-being.   00:00 Introduction to Suicide Zen Forgiveness 01:16 Meet the Ice Cold Leader: Errol Doebler 02:22 Errol's Journey: From Navy SEAL to Leadership Consultant 04:43 The Impact of Traumatic Brain Injury 07:21 Discovering a Life-Changing Treatment 11:16 The Power of Cold Exposure and Meditation 21:31 A New Mission: Advocating for Intranasal Insulin 22:41 The Power of Intranasal Insulin 23:14 Leadership from the Inside Out 24:18 Rewiring the Brain: A Personal Journey 25:16 The Process of Behavioral Change 29:18 The Mind's Power and Placebo Effect 31:41 The Ice Bath Experience 34:26 Daily Practices for Mental Health 38:03 Emotional Awareness and Its Impact 41:24 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Bio Errol Doebler is the creator and author of Ice Cold Leader, Leading from the Inside Out. He teaches leadership and emotional intelligence tools to business leaders around the world. Errol developed this methodology through his experience as a United States Naval Officer, where he served as a Surface Warfare Officer and Navy SEAL, and through his years of working with the FBI where he was awarded the FBI's second highest award The Shield of Bravery. Errol is one of the few people in the world who has had the distinction of serving as a Surface Warfare Officer, SEAL and as an FBI Special Agent and FBI SWAT Operator.   Site and Social links: Website: https://icecoldleader.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/errol-doebler/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_ice_cold_leader/?hl=en Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@icecoldleader

Errol Doebler: Healing from Traumatic Brain Injury and Finding Hope In this episode of Suicide Zen Forgiveness, host Elaine Lindsay talks with Errol Doebler, a former Navy SEAL and FBI agent who shares his incredible journey of overcoming traumatic brain injuries using cold exposure and intranasal insulin treatments. Errol discusses the emotional and cognitive struggles he faced after being injured and how he developed a leadership process that ultimately saved his life. He emphasizes the power of understanding and acknowledging one's emotions as a key to behavioral change and personal growth. This poignant conversation offers hope and actionable insights for those grappling with mental health challenges, depression, or suicide loss. Tune in to learn more about Errol's story, his leadership practices, and how you can implement small daily changes to improve your well-being.   00:00 Introduction to Suicide Zen Forgiveness 01:16 Meet the Ice Cold Leader: Errol Doebler 02:22 Errol's Journey: From Navy SEAL to Leadership Consultant 04:43 The Impact of Traumatic Brain Injury 07:21 Discovering a Life-Changing Treatment 11:16 The Power of Cold Exposure and Meditation 21:31 A New Mission: Advocating for Intranasal Insulin 22:41 The Power of Intranasal Insulin 23:14 Leadership from the Inside Out 24:18 Rewiring the Brain: A Personal Journey 25:16 The Process of Behavioral Change 29:18 The Mind's Power and Placebo Effect 31:41 The Ice Bath Experience 34:26 Daily Practices for Mental Health 38:03 Emotional Awareness and Its Impact 41:24 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Bio Errol Doebler is the creator and author of Ice Cold Leader, Leading from the Inside Out. He teaches leadership and emotional intelligence tools to business leaders around the world. Errol developed this methodology through his experience as a United States Naval Officer, where he served as a Surface Warfare Officer and Navy SEAL, and through his years of working with the FBI where he was awarded the FBI's second highest award The Shield of Bravery. Errol is one of the few people in the world who has had the distinction of serving as a Surface Warfare Officer, SEAL and as an FBI Special Agent and FBI SWAT Operator.   Site and Social links: Website: https://icecoldleader.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/errol-doebler/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_ice_cold_leader/?hl=en Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@icecoldleader

Kermit Jones, Jr. came across the idea of a prepper book for kids when trying to decide how to explain the topic to his four young daughters. Having attended high school in a very rural part of Virginia, he later went on to graduate from the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD. After several years as a Surface Warfare Officer, he resigned his commission and entered the Chaplain Corps where he continues to serve his country as a Chaplain in the U.S. Navy Reserves. In addition to writing children's books, he instructs on topics of leadership, personal and emergency preparedness, self-reliance, and safety, and he has been a guest on several radio and talk show broadcasts. His gun safety book, “Prepper Pete's Gun of a Son,” has taken the number one spot on Kindle for the “Children's non-fiction” category. Between kids and his (multiple) careers, he has learned that it is important to “be prepared!”

Send us a textIn this episode, we'll sit down with Julie Vida, a distinguished technology and business executive with a career that spans military service, high-impact roles in the public sector, and leadership in the tech industry. Currently, Julie leads the growth team for the Defense sector at ManTech, focusing on innovative solutions to secure the Department of Defense's future. With past roles like Group Vice President & Chief Strategy Advisor for the Public Sector at Splunk and Executive Partner at Gartner, Julie brings deep insight into the intersection of data, analytics, and government operations.Julie shares her journey from her 24-year service in the U.S. Navy, where she served as both a Surface Warfare Officer and Naval Aviator, earning high honors like the Navy Air Medal for bravery in armed conflict during Operation Enduring Freedom. Transitioning from the military to the tech industry, she leveraged her expertise as the Navy's Deputy Chief Information Officer, overseeing technology policy, investments, and cybersecurity.A passionate advocate for veterans and women in tech, Julie discusses her work mentoring transitioning military personnel and encouraging women and girls to pursue STEM careers. Tune in to hear her insights on leadership, resilience, and creating meaningful impact in both the public and private sectors experience.Find Julie - https://www.linkedin.com/in/julianavida?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_appVisit 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

Cyber Security on everyone's radar goes in depth with Terence Bennett, CEO of Dream Factory Software a young cybersecurity company specializing in API Code Automation. Terence an ex Naval Intelligence Officer at NCIS and Surface Warfare Officer during operation Iraqi Freedom. Dream Factory Software is helping to prevent hacking by bad actors with its API code-automation platform.

Steven Landreth is a Surface Warfare Officer in the United States Navy. In his own words, Steven "drives ships and fights ships." But before all that, he was our penguin hat-wearin',' Lil' Steve! Always down for some good, clean fun, Steven is one of the most relational people we've ever met, with a truly sweet heart. It won't take you long into this episode to realize Steven is the real deal. What you see is what you get, and this man is a sincere practitioner of the Christian faith. It was so good to catch up with Steven and hear about where he's been, what he's been up to, and how he is now. We invite you to kick back, relax, and listen in on a conversation between friends! #livesimplylovemuch

We're back for another week of sharing knowledge about real estate investing! Josh Kristoff will kick off this week with his expertise in the hospitality space, vacation rental property management, the long-term benefits of short-term rentals, and building partnerships. Learn more from this episode and stay on supporting the show!Key Points & Relevant TopicsJosh's background in the US Navy and the start of his investing journeyWhat it's like to structure a business partnership with someone you knowRaising capital in a syndication deal for the first timeWays to manage and market a short-term rental and hospitality business The evolution of property management companies in the short-term rental spaceThe freedom and flexibility real estate investing can provideResources & LinksAirDNAVrboApartment Syndication Due Diligence Checklist for Passive InvestorAbout Josh KristoffJosh graduated from the United States Naval Academy (Beat Army!) with a BS in Quantitative Economics. He spent 7 years in the US Navy as a Surface Warfare Officer. Josh transitioned from the Navy and ran operations and business development for a manufacturing company in his hometown of Syracuse, NY. It was two years of record growth there before Josh and wife Kassandra knew they wanted to join the digital revolution and went straight to the heart of it all in San Francisco where they first met best friends and current Nomad Capital Ventures business partners, Jered & Carly DaCosta, and family. Josh's first tech job was at early-stage HomeSuite, think Airbnb for monthly furnished rentals (before Airbnb started doing it) – he ran all things automation on the supply side. His love for building automation tools saw him on to Cisco Meraki, a growth business unit powering Cisco's current strategy. He built a team of technical program managers and drove several strategic data projects across the organization. Concurrent with his time at Meraki, Josh earned his MBA from The Wharton School as a double major in Business Analytics and Joint Marketing and Operations Management. In 2020, the pandemic enabled remote work and Josh & Kass knew they would go straight to the Beaches of Jax, FL – originally their first Navy duty station and where they got engaged, now a new homebase for them and their four kids. They executed in rapid succession four deals, two syndicated, and bid farewell to their W-2's to fully focus on their business and family. As of 2023, NCV collectively has $60MM under management and their hospitality brand, Nomad Hospitality, has almost 100 listings. Josh loves the Jax communities and every aspect of their businesses, from underwriting deals, working with investors, overseeing renovations, implementing software systems, and of course delivering 5-star experiences. Get in Touch with JoshWebsite: https://www.nomadcapitalventures.com/ Property Management Website: https://www.nomadhospitality.co/Realty Website: https://www.nomadjax.com/ LinkedIn: Josh KristoffTo Connect With UsPlease visit our website www.bonavestcapital.com and click here to leave a rating and written review!

Dr. Anthony L. Simmons is a retired Navy Captain who served 28 years as a Surface Warfare Officer. His Navy experience includes four at-sea commands: a Patrol Coastal, two AEGIS Destroyers and a Destroyer Squadron. Ashore, he developed human resource strategies at the Bureau of Naval Personnel and the Pentagon on staffs of the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the Chief of Naval Operations as a Strategic Planner and Resource Officer. Dr. Simmons has worked in the Maritime Defense Sector supporting Small Business Innovation Research for the Office of Naval Research. Additionally, he has done business development, program management, and test and systems engineering. He holds a doctorate degree in Strategic Leadership from Regent University, a M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Naval Postgraduate School, a M.A. in Military Operational Art and Science from Air University, and a bachelor's degree in Robotics from Austin Peay State University. Dr. Simmons grew up in the rural, working-class town of Goodwater, AL where he graduated from Goodwater High School in 1985 as Valedictorian, was honored as an All-State Football Player, and earned a full football scholarship to Austin Peay. Dr. Simmons is a member of Austin Peay Governors Military Hall of Fame Class of 2023. He is the founder and owner of Sixth Gear Consulting, LLC, which is a leadership performance consulting practice that instructs leaders on how to lead through bridging People and Technology. anthonysimmons@sixthgearconsulting.com Also, try Magic Mind at an amazing discount at www.magicmind.com/janbetterself and use code Magic Mind for up to 75% off a 3 month subscription or 20% off a one time purchase. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/betterself/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/betterself/support

Welcome back to another episode of the How I Lawyer Podcast, where it is my job to interview lawyers about what they do, why they do it, and how they do it well. Today's guest is Astor Heaven, a Partner at Crowell & Moring, where he is a trial lawyer and commercial litigator working on a range of matters, with a focus on defense industry and government contract clients.  After graduating from the United States Naval Academy, Astor served as a Surface Warfare Officer in the U.S. Navy before attending law school at American University Washington College of Law.  After graduating from law school, Astor worked as a transactional attorney at Mintz before joining Crowell & Moring's litigation practice. In this episode, Astor shares valuable insights about the legal profession including:

In this episode of KAJ Masterclass LIVE, join us for an insightful conversation with Anthony LaVopa, an active Duty US Naval Officer and Leadership Coach. Delve into the nuances of leadership as we compare military strategies with the dynamic challenges faced in the civilian and business realms. Discover valuable insights on effective communication, organizational strategies, and the role of empathy in leadership.

On this episode of the Scouting For Growth podcast, Sabine VdL talks to Terence Bennett, CEO of DreamFactory Software, brings with him a decade's worth of insights into cybersecurity, adversarial simulations, and API advancements. He's a veteran, both in serving his country and in protecting digital domains. Today, we're delving deep into Terence's illustrious career, the current cyber threat landscape, and the role of emerging technologies in shaping our digital future. KEY TAKEAWAYS If you spend enough time with computers I think you just figure out there's a whole other world in this application of computing and technology. I spent a lot of time in hacking forums online in the early 2000s, through that I got into early web development and learning the different ways to use the internet in ways it wasn't intended. 10 years later I came back around to cybersecurity as a professional. BEST MOMENTS‘RedTeaming is about simulating an adversary as they go about the process of trying to get into a network, computer, or facility.'‘As cybersecurity, as a field, has matured you'll find very specific signatures to different kinds of attackers in the way the actually go about doing that.'‘The challenges are, first and foremost, having enough people with the right skills to actually build APIs. Public facing APIs account for 14% of the total number of APIs that teams are buildings, and in some cases they account for 50-75% of a company's revenue.'‘Ransomware attacks are the 800lb gorilla in the room when it comes to threats… as we see organisations accelerating through digitisation/monetisation strategies, they're connecting more and more data and systems that used to be offline and you can't avoid that.' ABOUT THE GUESTTerence Bennett is the CEO of DreamFactory Software, a leader in API code automation based in Northern California. He has over 10 years of experience in cybersecurity, REST APIs, operations, and leadership. Previously, Bennett was the COO of Integrate.io and a member of Google's offensive security "RedTeam".  At Google, he helped craft realistic cybersecurity exercises to test the company's defences. He has deep expertise in cybersecurity, penetration testing, and adversarial simulation. Bennett served in the U.S. Navy for over 8 years as a Naval Intelligence Officer and Surface Warfare Officer.  He was deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and worked at the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS). He is a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics from the U.S. Naval Academy and a Master's degree from the U.S. Naval War College.  Bennett is passionate about giving back through public service. He serves on the Board of Directors for the American Red Cross - Northern California Coastal Region and the Board of Advisors for Shields & Stripes, assisting veterans with PTSD. As a leader in API automation, Bennett frequently speaks on how code automation is changing software development. He aims to simplify complex integration challenges and help companies go to market faster. https://www.linkedin.com/in/terencehbennett/ https://www.dreamfactory.com/  ABOUT THE HOSTSabine is a corporate strategist turned entrepreneur. She is the CEO and Managing Partner of Alchemy Crew, a venture lab that accelerates the curation, validation, and commercialization of new tech business models. Sabine is renowned within the insurance sector for building some of the most renowned tech startup accelerators around the world working with over 30 corporate insurers and accelerating over 100 startup ventures. Sabine is the co-editor of the bestseller The INSURTECH Book, a top 50 Women in Tech, a FinTech and InsurTech Influencer, an investor & multi-award winner.  Twitter: SabineVdLLinkedIn: Sabine VanderLindenInstagram: sabinevdLofficialFacebook: SabineVdLOfficialTikTok: sabinevdlofficialEmail: podcast@sabinevdl.comWebsite: www.sabinevdl.comThis show was brought to you by Progressive Media

Whether you are a seasoned pro or a newbie in real estate, Rebecca Moore's wealth of knowledge in the industry will provide you with invaluable tools for success. Join us as we decode her transition from LP to GP, sharing do's and don'ts of operations, sponsor relationships, and more profitable habits to boost your investment game.   WHAT YOU'LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE  Benefits of starting as a limited partner in real estate syndications The importance of consistent and effective investor communication  What limited partners should look for in real estate sponsors Common pitfalls real estate operators need to avoid  Factors to consider when choosing a real estate mentor     RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED  Brad Sumrok Google  Rod Khleif Jake & Gino Vertical Street Ventures Joe Fairless Michael Blank   ABOUT REBECCA MOORE Rebecca Moore, along with her husband Warren Buller, amassed several single-family homes while stationed in the different locations the US Navy sent them. In 2012, they founded Starboard Equity for the purpose of investing in real estate to become financially independent. With over 10 years of experience in real estate investing, Rebecca is a full-time multifamily syndicator, asset manager, and investor. She has led the acquisition of 5 multifamily properties and owns over 2,000 multifamily units. Rebecca has a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and practices Psychodynamic Psychotherapy for a very select few people. Warren Buller holds Masters degrees in National Security and Human Resources. Warren is a retired Naval 06 Surface Warfare Officer.   CONNECT WITH REBECCA Website: Starboard Equity LinkedIn: Rebecca Moore Buller   CONNECT WITH US  Schedule a call with Shawn for new Investment Opportunities at https://calendly.com/shawnwinslow/30min or text “Deals” to (415) 528-7403. Email: shawn@greenbriarcg.com    Instagram: Shawn Winslow  YouTube: Shawn Winslow LinkedIn: Shawn Winslow Facebook: Shawn Winslow

As many of you know, I'm a proud Delawarian. There's nothing I enjoy more than watching our local businesses thrive. When a business's core mission is helping other Delawarians thrive, well, I'm sold.In this episode of Outside Insights, I sit down with Desa Burton, Executive Director of Zip Code Wilmington, a nonprofit coding bootcamp. Zip Code Wilmington provides adults with intensive software developer training, with no college degree requirements. In turn, the program helps build tech talent pipelines for employers in the Wilmington region.Many Zip Code students see dramatic boosts in their income after completing the program. This lifts up individuals and families while also benefiting the Wilmington community.During our chat, Desa shared her own career journey, from graduating the US Naval Academy and serving as a Surface Warfare Officer, to earning a law degree and working in intellectual property, and eventually, leading Zip Code Wilmington.Of course, I had to dig into Desa's leadership philosophies. She discussed the importance of empowering her team to help them grow, which she links back to lessons learned from mentors in the military.Other key topics we discuss in this episode of Outside Insights include; taking care of yourself to avoid burnout, overcoming inertia to embrace change, and continually developing new skills.If you're a burgeoning entrepreneur with an idea, someone interested in learning new skills, or you just want to learn more about businesses doing good in Delaware communities, this episode is for you.Reply and let me know what topics you'd like to hear next on the podcast!Until next time, friends.ChrisZip Code Wilmington:Website: https://www.zipcodewilmington.comEmail: info@zipcodewilmington.comBooks mentioned:A Whole New Mind by Daniel PinkOutliers by Malcolm GladwellTipping Point by Malcolm Gladwell

Lt. Colleen Wilmington commissioned as a Surface Warfare Officer-Meteorology Option in May 2015. She executed her lateral transfer to Navy Meteorology in August 2017. She is a qualified Surface Warfare Officer and Information Warfare Officer who is currently pursuing a dual master's degree in Meteorology and Oceanography from the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, California. Throughout her career, she served in the following billets: the Deck Division Officer (USS Nimitz - Bremerton, WA), the Assistant Operations Officer (NOAC Yokosuka - Yokosuka, Japan), and the Science Department Head Assistant Operations Officer (Naval/National Ice Center – Suitland, MD). Lt. Wilmington's deployments also include USS Theodore Roosevelt (2015), USS Nimitz (2017) (Arabian Gulf), USS Ronald Reagan, USS McCampbell (INDOPAC), Arctic Exercise 2021, and Ice Exercise 2022 (Arctic Circle) Lt. Colleen Wilmington is currently a student at the Naval Postgraduate School pursuing a dual master's degree in Meteorology and Oceanography. She has served as a METOC Officer for over 5 years. • www.linkedin.com/in/colleen-wilmington-04752266 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!

In mid-July, a rather normal letter from the White House delivered at an awkward time about the authorization to activate 3,000 reservists to support operations in Europe enabling aid to Ukraine got everyone's attention. The reaction has a lot of reservists from all services and National Guardsmen cracking a little smile because even with the wars of most of this century are past, here has been no rest for reservists and the "Total Force."To discuss what the US military's reservists have been doing in Ukraine for almost a decade and how they are being used now in Europe and elsewhere will be returning guest to Midrats for the full hour is, Chris Rawley, Captain, USNR (Ret.).Chris recently retired from a 30-year Naval Reserve career as a Surface Warfare Officer where he deployed to the Persian Gulf, Western Pacific, Iraq, Afghanistan, and across Africa. Chris is the founder and CEO of Harvest Returns, a platform for bringing farmers and ranchers together with investors.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3270000/advertisement

Kimberly George is a Native of Baton Rouge, La. She’s married to the love of her life Aaron and they have 3 kids together. Kimberly served 20 years in the Navy as a Surface Warfare Officer. She retired from the Navy on June 30th 2022. In the Navy she was stationed on ships and did […]

US Navy Rear Admiral Julius S. Caesar (Ret.) joins host Aileen Black on this week's Leaders and Legends.Admiral Caesar is a career Surface Warfare Officer who has had a distinguished career in the military and industry.He is a Massachusetts Institute of Technology Seminar XXI Fellow in Foreign Politics, International Relations, and the National Interest. He has also served as a chief operating officer, sector vice president, senior vice president and general manager in public and privately held technology firms.Caesar a trustee at the Naval War College Foundation and Strategic Advisor, Academy Securities, and was recently awarded the Distinguished Graduate Award from the US Naval Academy Alumni Association and Foundation. There are only 110 USNA Distinguished Graduates out of 69,000 living graduates.During the interview Caesar talked about his leadership style, saying he strives everyday to give back and take care of the individuals around him.“At the end of the day it is about faith, family and friends. This will give you the resiliency you need to be successful in life”. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

US Navy Rear Admiral Julius S. Caesar (Ret.) joins host Aileen Black on this week's Leaders and Legends. Admiral Caesar is a career Surface Warfare Officer who has had a distinguished career in the military and industry. He is a Massachusetts Institute of Technology Seminar XXI Fellow in Foreign Politics, International Relations, and the National Interest. He has also served as a chief operating officer, sector vice president, senior vice president and general manager in public and privately held technology firms. Caesar a trustee at the Naval War College Foundation and Strategic Advisor, Academy Securities, and was recently awarded the Distinguished Graduate Award from the US Naval Academy Alumni Association and Foundation. There are only 110 USNA Distinguished Graduates out of 69,000 living graduates. During the interview Caesar talked about his leadership style, saying he strives everyday to give back and take care of the individuals around him. “At the end of the day it is about faith, family and friends. This will give you the resiliency you need to be successful in life”.

Theresa Carpenter is an active-duty Navy Commander with 27 years of service, including 10 years as an enlisted aviation electrician on the S-3B Viking aircraft. She currently serves as public affairs branch head for the maritime arm of NATO, responsible for all seagoing operations under its oversight. Upon her commissioning in 2006, she became a Surface Warfare Officer and was subsequently accepted into the public affairs community in 2008. She's deployed three times to combat zones and was assigned with the Navy Seals and Army Special Forces in the Philippines in 2008-2009. After that tour, she served as a media and plans officer for the U.S. Indo-Pacom from 2010-2013, one of three tours in a joint environment. She brings extensive experience working in humanitarian missions across the Asia Pacific, including the first land-based iteration of the Navy's Pacific Partnership mission, coordinating with multiple Embassies, Non-Governmental Organizations, and USAID. Her award-winning programs across multiple commands have resulted in 18 Navy awards for public affairs excellence. https://beacons.ai/theresacarpenter Support the podcast by supporting our sponsors at www.hazardground.com/sponsors Shop Amazon! As an Amazon Associate We Earn From Qualifying Purchases...You Know The Deal! (Paid Link) Help grow the show! Spread the word, tell a friend!! Subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts! Episode Intro Music: “Prelude” by “Silence & Light” (www.silenceandlightmusic.com) Photo Credit: Theresa Carpenter

At a young age, Dallas, TX native and first generation Nigerian-American Jesse Iwuji was interested and driven in the sporting world. Being a Texan, football naturally took its course in his life and landed him a full ride athletic scholarship to one of the nations top Universities, the U.S Naval Academy. There he played NCAA Division 1A College Football and ran Track & Field all four years, graduated with his Bachelors of Science, and was commissioned as a Surface Warfare Officer in the US Navy. He is still currently active duty as an officer and he is the first and only actively serving US Naval Officer competing in NASCAR. He currently is the co-owner of his NASCAR team Jesse Iwuji Motorsports partnered with HOF Former-NFL player Emmitt Smith. Find out more about Jesse at https://www.jesseiwuji.com/.

Ben Williams is a former Surface Warfare Officer who is now the CEO of Exyn Technologies, an autonomous drone technology stack leading the industry in unstructured environment and GPS-denied navigation. He shares his first tour which was aboard the cruiser Bunker Hill and running with small boat teams for visit, board, search, and seizure (VBSS) missions.    Ben talks about the exciting tech they are developing today which aims to remove people from the most dangerous parts of their jobs to obtain the data they need. Aside from humanitarian applications, Ben's tech can help the military obtain quick and reliable data on environments to make decisions that minimize risk for soldiers.    Mentorship is another focus of Ben as he helps veterans utilize their unique skills for civilian life. Even riflemen, their skills are not limited to just carrying and shooting rifles. They do everything from maintenance to leadership and it is these skills that are valuable in civilian jobs.      Ben is an award-winning entrepreneur and technologist who led the commercialization of Exyn's core technologies. In 2017, he was selected for Wharton's 40 under 40.    Find out more about Ben and the open positions at Exyn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bentropy/ https://www.exyn.com/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Captain Thomas Ulmer '96 is a commissioned Naval Officer with 27 years of experience. A Surface Warfare Officer, he has commanded two Navy warships and led diverse work forces through routine operations to crisis while circum-navigating the globe and conducting operations worldwide. Throughout his service, Tom has participated in operations that responded to natural disasters by providing humanitarian assistance and disaster relief, evacuated thousands from war zones, and conducted operations in support of national security.  Tom joins us to talk about his military service, missions for humanitarian assistance and disaster relief, his strong family ties to Penn State and why he continues to give back to the University.  All of that and a whole lot more on this episode of The People of Penn State! Connect with Tom on LinkedInLearn more about the Penn State Alumni Association: alumni.psu.edu. Follow the Penn State Alumni Association on:FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Timestamps:0:00 — Intro2:27 — Becoming a Penn Stater3:15 — Involvement as a student3:57 — Original career goals6:25 — Family connections to Penn State7:53 — Stories about Tom's brother Dave Ulmer8:58 — Being a part of the Disney College Program11:50 — The rare occasion where Tom's Penn State pride got him in trouble13:00 — "Top Gun's" influence on Navy recruitment 14:15 — Lessons from Tom's Naval service15:55 — Humanitarian missions20:53 — Tom's call sign 23:25 — What it's like commanding a ship25:05 — Responsibilities for the Tactical Training Group, Pacific27:38 — Tom's new upcoming role in education 29:00 — Service to Penn State and giving back30:23 — Ad Read - Alumni Shop31:39 — Lighting Round Q&A35:55 — Outro37:10 — Alma Mater

On Episode 452 of the HyperFast Agent podcast, host Dan Lesniak interviewed a fellow U.S. Naval Academy graduate, Joe Knipp. Joe has been in the real estate industry for over a decade, starting off in California, licensed in Colorado, and did business for a number of years in Canada before returning to California to start GI Joe Homes. Through his company, he helps a lot of military veterans navigate the VA home loan process – and he has also recruited veterans to join his team and develop their careers as real estate agents.    Join Joe Knipp and Host Dan Lesniak as they discuss… ∙ How to transition out of the military and become a real estate agent. ∙ Why the average military person is well-suited for a career in real estate. ∙ The different challenges of doing real estate in the United States and Canada. ∙ Why eXp realty has transcended careers in real estate.  QUOTES TO SHARE

Do you feel like your Active-Duty service in the military is keeping you from pursing outside passions? Do you feel like your goals have an expiration date and that your service in the military is getting in the way of personal goals outside of your career? Well, STOP feeling that way and START changing your mindset--we're teaching you how. I'm approached by so many of you amazing listeners + followers (love you guys, btw!!) who want to pursue personal goals while also serving Active-Duty and have a passion to #doBoth. Whether you're trying to attack fitness goals, an Esty hobby, or acting on the side, there are small steps you can start making every day as well as milestones in your career to hit as your work toward these outside goals, but it starts with patience, intention, and determination. In this episode, I'm sitting down with Arabia Shanklin, Naval Officer and Actress, who is an expert at balancing both her service to country and professional acting career. We both speak candidly how we prioritized our careers first but kept our personal goals within reach along the way. We are digging into tips as to how you can, too, balance both your career in service and patiently pursue your personal goals and hobbies. Grab your notebooks, as multi-passionate women we have a lot to share about our trial, errors, and successes along the way. LT Arabia Shanklin serves as an Human Resource Officer and performs as a professional TV/Film Actress in San Diego California. She graduated from USNA in 2013 with a B.S. in Economics. Arabia commissioned as a Surface Warfare Officer and served with Sailors and Marines aboard USS SIMPSON (FFG 56), USS WHIDBEY ISLAND (LSD 41), I Marine Expeditionary Force, and as the Flag Aide for Commander, Expeditionary Strike Group THREE. Arabia has deployed to the Caribbean, Mediterranean, Western Pacific, Indian Ocean, and Arabian Gulf. She has been featured in VOGUE Magazine as one of this generation's trailblazing black servicewomen and is highlighted in the “Proudly She Served” traveling art exhibit honoring military women who exemplify courage, strength, and selfless service. Arabia recently won the 2020 “Best Actress of San Diego” award by Black San Diego Magazine. Want to hear from more Arabia? Contact her below! Love this episode? Check out @missunderstood.podcast on IG for more updates! Instagram: @arabiaessence Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/BTSArabiaE⁠ Fan Page: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/btsarabiaessence __________________________________ Follow https://www.instagram.com/missunderstood.podcast/ + https://www.instagram.com/kellie.sbrocchi/ on Instagram for episode updates + more. Special thank you to USEHATCH.FM for producing this episode.  The views and opinions presented herein are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of DoD or its Components. Appearance of, or reference to, any commercial products or services does not constitute DoD endorsement of those products or services. The appearance of external hyperlinks does not constitute DoD endorsement of the linked websites, or the information, products or services therein.

Description:  In this episode, Fermin Espinoza, retired U.S. Navy Captain, discusses his upbringing and journey to the U.S. Navy as a young Mexican-American, life under the ocean as a Surface Warfare Officer, and the special bond that he shares with his son Esteban.    Show Notes: Visit our Council Website: Stay up to date with upcoming events and notices. Central Florida Navy League   Become a Member: Click the link below and be sure to select “Central Florida”. If you are not in the Central Florida area, there is a Council Locator to find a council near you. Reach out to membership@cfnavyleague.org if you have any questions. Become a Member - Individual Membership - Join - Navy League of the United States  

In this episode, Joe is joined by Navy Veteran and founder of the Government Contracting Academy, Randy Wimmer. After graduating from the Naval Academy, Randy served for ten years as a Surface Warfare Officer before leaving the Navy to focus on his family and started to work as a government contractor. Randy saw the opportunities available as an entrepreneur and started his own government contract business. His path to success wasn't easy; Randy focused on learning the skills he needed and the best practices to win lucrative government contracts. To help fellow Entrepreneurs, Randy founded the Government Contracting Academy, providing actionable information and tools over a 12 month, self paced course. Learn more about the Government Contracting Academy here.    About Our Guest   Following ten years of naval service, Randy Wimmer made the difficult choice to leave a promising naval career for the routine working hours of a contractor position to start a family. After learning what he calls the Contractor Commandments, he enjoyed being a billable government contractor and would have been content with a career supporting Defense Department contracts. However, his growing family was starting to outpace his income, sparking Randy's interest in entrepreneurship to increase his earning potential. Like many aspiring entrepreneurs, he'd become motivated by reading various business books, only to realize he didn't know how to apply the business theory that he'd just learned. His lack of actionable knowledge became apparent during his first startup attempt.     Join the conversation on Facebook! Check out Veteran on the Move on Facebook to connect with our guests and other listeners. A place where you can network with other like-minded veterans who are transitioning to entrepreneurship and get updates on people, programs and resources to help you in YOUR transition to entrepreneurship. About Our Sponsors   Navy Federal Credit Union  Managing your money can be hard because of competing goals like growing savings versus Paying down debt or managing everyday expenses versus having fun.  Or what about those unexpected expenses that always come along. Navy Federal Credit Union takes the legwork out of savings and investing with a variety of choices. Want to supersize your savings earnings? They're offering some of their highest rates in 10 years. And, whether you choose savings or investments, you can make it easier by automating. Plus, their website has articles, tips and tools that make complicated subjects easier to understand. Check out Navy Federal's supercharged rates at navyfederal.org/saveandinvest. At Navy Federal, our members are the mission.     Hostinger There's never been a better time to start an online business and if you need a website for your ecommerce business you really only have two choices, pay a lot of money or try to do it yourself….which never works well unless you're a web designer. At least that's what I thought Until I discovered Hostinger. Hostinger has Everything you need to thrive online: you can Launch a website or online shop in minutes without technical or design skills. It's only $2.99/month, including a free domain name. Right now you can get  78% off website and hosting plans, plus 2 months free = get everything for just $2.99/month.  So check out Hostinger.com/VETERAN, use promo code VETERAN for an extra 10% off.    MD Hearing  MDHearing was founded by an ENT Surgeon who saw how many of his patients needed hearing aids but couldn't afford them. He made it his mission to develop a quality hearing aid that anyone could afford. So if you want MDHearing's smallest hearing aid ever, go to MDHearing.com and use promo code VETERAN to get their new Buy 1/Get 1 $149.99 each offer when you buy a pair. Plus, they are adding a free Extra Charging Case, a $100 value, just for listeners of Veteran on the Move Podcast. So head to MDHearing.

On today's episode of Danger Close, Jack is joined by Landon Beach, Scott Brick, and Ray Porter for a discussion on Beach's latest thriller, Narrator, and the art of audiobook narration.  About Ray Porter: Listeners will know Ray Porter as the voice of the Terminal List series.  An acclaimed actor and narrator, Ray has provided the voice for hundreds of audiobooks, including the entire The Terminal List series. Ray has a decades-long career as an actor, spending nearly 20 years in Shakespearean productions. He has appeared in TV shows and movies including Modern Family, Sons of Anarchy, Argo, ER, Almost Famous, and recently in Zack Snyder's Justice League, starring as the villain Darkseid.  You can learn more about Ray by following him on Instagram @the.ray.porter or on Twitter @Ray_Porter  About Scott Brick: Scott Brick is an actor, writer, and award-winning audiobook narrator.  He has won over 60 Earphone Awards, five Audie Awards, and five SOVAS Awards for voiceover. In the first five years of his career, he recorded 250 titles. Now, over 20 years in, Scott has narrated more than 900 audiobooks, including Jurassic Park, the Jack Reacher series, the Hunt for Red October, and Narrator.  You can learn more about Scott at scottbrick.com  About Landon Beach: Landon Beach is an author, former Naval Officer, and teacher.   He is an award-winning novelist known for The Great Lakes Saga and Sunrise-Side Mystery series. The Great Lakes Saga consists of five novels: The Wreck, The Sail, The Cabin, The Hike, and The Bay, which is scheduled to release in July 2024.   His private investigator series, Sunrise-Side Mystery, currently has two titles: Huron Breeze and Huron Nights. The next two novels in the series, The Blue Hour Sanction and Huron Sunrise, will be available later this year.  Landon's critically acclaimed standalone psychological thriller, Narrator, was released last summer. Scott Brick narrated the audiobook. Before becoming a full-time author, Landon graduated from the United States Naval Academy and served as a Surface Warfare Officer. Following his service, Landon spent 15 years as an educator.  You can learn more about Landon at landonbeachbooks.com  SPONSORS: Navy Federal Credit Union: Today's episode is presented by Navy Federal Credit Union. Learn more about them at navyfederal.org Black Rifle Coffee Company: Today's episode is also brought to you by Black Rifle. Purchase at http://www.blackriflecoffee.com/dangerclose and use code: dangerclose20 at checkout for 20% off your purchase and your first coffee club order! Danger Close Apparel: Check out the new Danger Close apparel.  Protekt: Visit protekt.com/dangerclose to get 25% off while supplies last. Aimpoint: Visit  https://aimpoint.us/promotions/2022/jackcarr/ and use code JACKCARR and receive a free signed hardcover of The Devil's Hand, the latest in the Terminal List Series. Featured Gear SIG: Today's featured gear segment is sponsored by SIG Sauer. You can learn more about SIG here. Badass Work Bench  Skippers Custom Leather Black Rifle Coffee Company Darn Tough Socks Official Jack Carr Merchandise Protekt Immunity  SIG Sauer MPX

Every time we use our lean practices to define and solve a problem, we create knowledge.  How can we improve our organizational recognition and management of all that newly created knowledge – which is key to not having the same problem occur again?  It turns out that knowledge management itself requires a process and continuous improvement and Dr. Cindy Young is here to share her insights. Cindy is the Founder/CEO of CJ Young Consulting, LLC, a knowledge management consulting firm, and Curriculum Development and Training Lead with Leidos in Virginia Beach after retiring as a Surface Warfare Officer with 23 years in the U.S. Navy. She holds professional certifications as a PMP, LSSMBB, and CMQ/OE. Cindy has written for Harvard Business Review and is a Management columnist for ISE Magazine. In September 2020, she gave a TEDx Talk called “A Knowledge Mindset: What You Know Comes from Where You Sit." In February 2023, her book, The Knowledge Management Memory Jogger®, was published by Goal/QPC. KEY TOPICS IN THIS PODCAST: 00:02:40 – Definition of knowledge management 00:04:44 – Importance of documentation of process improvement 00:06:38 – Managing tacit knowledge in the workplace and strategies for sharing it 00:12:51 – Tips for managing a remote working team and prioritizing knowledge management 00:19:00 – Machine vs. human-centric management 00:22:20 – The Knowledge Management Memory Jogger 00:27: 20 – Knowledge management and organizational culture 00:29:28 – Power and mode of sharing knowledge 00 32: 10 – Knowledge findability and professional knowledge management 00:36: 20 - Knowledge management as a core competency and placement of knowledge manager  KEY TAKEAWAYS    Knowledge management is the process of understanding, sharing, and managing information an organization. Documentation of process improvement helps ensure transparency, efficiency, and knowledge sharing. Tacit knowledge can be acquired from other people's lives and past experiences, and can used by finding a mentor in a related field or process. Establish a rhythm for your team that includes time for management and action. In return, it will enable each team member to contribute their knowledge and experience to the group. Knowledge management memory jogger encourages organizations to foster communication between departments and break down silos. It allows personnel to understand their roles and how they can work together. Leaders should create a culture of knowledge sharing, where collaboration is highly promoted, and respected, allowing colleagues to learn from mistakes and empower each other. Knowledge findability: knowledge managers must be skilled in research, communication, collaboration, and understanding organizational structures and systems.    Memorable Quotes From Dr. Cindy J Young   “Professionally managing knowledge requires special skills to organize information, break down silos, and make knowledge accessible, but one also needs to know how to communicate with people who may be withholding information.” CONNECT WITH DR. CINDY J YOUNG   Website: https://www.cjyoungconsulting.com/  Email: Cindy@cjyoungconsulting.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drcindyyoung/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/drcynthiajyoung?lang=en   

In this episode, Joe is joined by Navy Veteran and entrepreneur Peter Mann. Peter is the founder and CEO of Oransi; an air purification company. After serving for four years as a Surface Warfare Officer, he entered the corporate world. Building on his business experience gained from working at two Fortune 100 companies, Peter started a successful ecommerce business and later Oransi. Peter shares his lessons learned while building a business from its foundation and the importance of understanding the customers you service. Check out Ornasi here.        About Our Guest   Peter Mann is the CEO & Founder of Virginia-based Oransi, a leading air purification company known for its efficient, intuitive and reliable products for consumers, schools, organizations and businesses. He also is the Chair of the Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers Air Cleaner Council. In 2021, Oransi merged with Aviemore Technologies and is now a motor technology company with a clean energy mission. Oransis new manufacturing facility in Radford, Virginia is making products in the USA with advanced motor technologies. Previously, Peter was the Founder & CEO of the Austin, Texas-based Alen Corp., an air purification company he built, and after 7 years had a successful exit. He went to college on a Navy ROTC scholarship and then served 4 years, including a tour in the Red Sea during the First Gulf War. He was a communications officer and then gunnery officer on the USS McCandless. Peter is late diagnosed autistic and now advocates for autism awareness in the workplace. Connect with him on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-mann/.     Join the conversation on Facebook! Check out Veteran on the Move on Facebook to connect with our guests and other listeners. A place where you can network with other like-minded veterans who are transitioning to entrepreneurship and get updates on people, programs and resources to help you in YOUR transition to entrepreneurship.   About Our Sponsors Navy Federal Credit Union  Partner up with Navy Federal Credit Union to pay down credit card debt. You could get a low intro APR on balance transfers with their Platinum Credit Card. Navy Federal can even help you get started on your next home improvement project. They offer a home equity line of credit with convenient access to funds when you need them at a variable rate. You can also get a fixed-rate equity loan that has set monthly payments for large purchases. Learn more at navyfederal.org.  At Navy Federal, our members are the mission.     Ten Thousand  Ten Thousand is a men's performance activewear brand built for serious training. They are committed to making only the essential gear for men who prioritize function and simplicity. No BS. No gimmicks. They embody a stoic dedication to continuous improvement. Everyday faster, every day stronger, every day better than yesterday. Their collection is focused on only the essentials - delivering you everything you need and nothing you don't. It is designed with function, durability and minimalism in mind. Gear should function at the highest level, last forever and go unnoticed so you can focus on getting back to your workout. Go to https://www.tenthousand.cc and enter the code VETERAN to get 15% off today.     Want to be our next guest? Send us an email at interview@veteranonthemove.com.  Did you love this episode? Leave us a 5-star rating and review!  Download Joe Crane's Top 7 Paths to Freedom or get it on your mobile device. Text VETERAN to 38470. Veteran On the Move podcast has published over 460 episodes. Our listeners have the opportunity to hear in-depth interviews conducted by host Joe Crane. The podcast features people, programs, and resources to assist veterans in their transition to entrepreneurship.  As a result, Veteran On the Move has over 7,000,000 verified downloads through Stitcher Radio, SoundCloud, iTunes and RSS Feed Syndication making it one of...

“In a partnership, you need to have trust and friendship…commitment to the people and systems that go is what I get really excited about.”- Josh Kristoff (USNA ‘07) In 2021, Navy veteran Josh Kristoff and his wife Kassandra (also a Navy veteran) joined longtime friends and Army veterans Jered and Carly DaCosta, to form Nomad Capital Ventures LLC, a vertically integrated group of real estate businesses that started with short-term rental properties in Jacksonville, Florida. Over the last two years, the company has grown to include in-house property management, a real estate brokerage, and a construction and design company that delivers a full-service experience for real estate investors. Today, Nomad Capital Ventures LLC has over $60M in assets under management…and they're just getting started! In this episode, we discuss: How Josh transitioned from Surface Warfare Officer to real estate professional What Nomad Capital Ventures does and how the company is structured How to maintain healthy relationships when your business partners are your friends The benefits of building a business around your family's needs and values How to scale with intention and manage profit both responsibly and creatively Josh also reflects on the power of the military veteran network, shares lessons learned from running a business with fellow military veterans and talks about some exciting projects in the works and goals for this year. We enjoyed hearing the story of how Nomad Capital Ventures' real estate brokerage came to be and what Josh loves the most about his job. We're inspired by Nomad Capital Ventures' company values, impressed by their skyrocketing success and can't wait to see what the future holds for them! Connect with Josh: LinkedIn Nomad Capital Ventures Nomad Hospitality If you found this episode valuable, please share it with a friend or colleague. If you are a Service Academy graduate and want to take your business to the next level, you can join our supportive community and get started today. Subscribe and help out the show: Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Also available on Google Podcasts, Spotify & Stitcher Leave us a 5-star review! Special thanks to Josh for joining me this week. Until next time! -Scott Mackes, USNA '01

Scott Love believes that business is a game and connects game theory and success in sales.  Scott is a popular speaker at business meetings and is the author of "Why They Follow", and co-author of "Rainmaker Confidential".  He is the producer of The Rainmaking Podcast and has been quoted in Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, The Huffington Post, Selling Power Magazine, and dozens of business publications around the globe. Scott is a successful entrepreneur in the recruiting industry, is a graduate of the United States Naval Academy and is a former Surface Warfare Officer in the U. S. Navy. If the stakes are high, Scott is your guy. Listen into this engaging conversation as Lou connects with a true “renaissance rainmaker.” ***CONNECT WITH LOU DIAMOND & THRIVE LOUD***

“The continuous development of future leaders is something we're big on. That's a piece where we set ourselves apart from other companies. We spend a lot of time recruiting and finding the right resources, but when we bring you on our team we don't care if you've been with us for a couple of days or a few months. If you have the right solution, we're putting you in front of the customer…instilling that into the culture has been critical.” - Ryan Waguespack (USNA '03) Ryan Waguespack is the President and Founder of Iberia Advisory, a company he launched during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic. It's a fascinating story! Iberia Advisory is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business committed to helping federal agencies address financial management challenges. Following his military career as a Surface Warfare Officer in the Navy, Ryan supported the Federal government as a financial management consultant. He has led numerous project teams and assisted organizations in attaining their goals in audit readiness, budget execution, and business process reengineering by developing and implementing solutions. In this episode, we discuss: The origin story of Ryan's government contracting company Iberia Advisory Why Ryan took the leap into entrepreneurship during the Covid-19 pandemic Advice on how to succeed in the government contracting industry How to optimize your team and create a healthy workplace culture Why Ryan became a CPA after serving in the military  Ryan also shares some of his biggest goals for 2023 and beyond, including maintaining a strong team and the importance of pursuing the right vehicles for government contracts. We enjoyed listening to Ryan reflect on the value of patience and maintaining a growth mindset when running a business and hearing his top tips for building a successful team from scratch. We hope this episode inspires and motivates you as you lead your business this week! Connect with Ryan: LinkedIn Iberia Advisory Email If you found this episode valuable, please share it with a friend or colleague. If you are a Service Academy graduate and want to take your business to the next level, you can join our supportive community and get started today. Subscribe and help out the show: Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Also available on Google Podcasts, Spotify & Stitcher Leave us a 5-star review! Special thanks to Ryan for joining me this week. Until next time! -Scott Mackes, USNA '01

What would happen if you applied, in your company, the same principles and processes of one of America's most prestigious armed?Meet Marty Groover, who decided to apply his training at the U.S. Navy to the corporate world and optimize productivity, automatize processes, and promote constant training in the workplace. Marty is a Partner and Chief Technology Officer at C5MI; he is the Author of the book "Speed of Advance", and counts more than 20 years of experience as a Surface Warfare Officer in the U.S. Navy.In this episode, we learn about Marty's role in the U.S. Navy and how his time there inspired him to improve the corporate world and help companies take their productivity to the next level. Marty also explains what it means to "command by negation" and how that concept can transform how companies and leaders see and develop their team members.In addition, we delve into the importance of pre-planned responses, constant training, and so much more.Tune in to Episode 363 of Becoming Your Best, and learn about the U.S. Navy concepts and principles that can transform your company.Some Questions I Ask: Could you tell us a bit about your background? (2:47) Marty, what does it mean to harness the power of technology to drive untouchable results? (10:21)In This Episode, You Will Learn: The moment Marty learned the importance of effective communication (5:50) How Marty applies U.S. Navy principles to the corporate world (8:03) How can "command by negation" transform a company (13:07) The importance of having pre-planned responses (16:51) How to improve productivity by increasing and stimulating training (18:37)Resources: Book: Marty Groover - Speed of Advance: How the U.S. Navy's Convergence of People, Process, and Technology Can Help Your Business Win in the 4th Industrial RevolutionConnect with Marty: LinkedInBecoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best Website Becoming Your Best University Website Becoming Your Best Library Email: support@becomingyourbest.com Book: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful Leaders Book: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your PerformanceFacebook Group – Conquer Anxiety Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's Best of Episode, we feature Errol Doebler.  Errol is a former Navy SEAL, an entrepreneur and an expert in what it takes to become a next level leader. Errol is one of the few people in the world who has had the distinction of serving as a Surface Warfare Officer, a Navy SEAL and as an FBI Special Agent. Now, with the founding of his consulting firm, Leader 193, Errol is sharing his wisdom with companies around the world. Topics discovered in this episode: What the Navy SEALS and the Blue Angels have in commonEmotional awareness as an essential leadership qualityThe Process, Art, and Science of leadershipHow to bring your best self to the table in business and lifeLearnings from the Naval AcademyWim Hof training for business and lifeHow to leverage  “a common leadership language”What accountability means to a SEAL and an FBI AgentAn inside look at Navy SEAL cultureCultivating Intention as a LeaderCompany culture as a collection of controllable behaviorsThe impact of brief and debrief in the business world“Sea Stories” and “Fly Overs” 

KC Chhipwadia has served our great country in two capacities. He spent 20 years as a senior human space flight engineer at NASA Johnson Space Center, supporting over 50 Space Shuttle missions, including the Space Shuttle Columbia accident investigation. If that wasn't impressive enough, KC has spent over 20+ years in the United States Navy as a Surface Warfare Officer, including deployments to Iraq looking for those missing-in-action and Afghanistan with Naval Special Warfare. His NASA and US Navy life-changing events, challenges, and experiences uniquely prepared KC to discover his life's true purpose ― to improve the odds and inspire others to seek and achieve their dreams by crushing inequities ― starting with student-athletes. KC is the founder and owner of Athlete Foundry, a company with a suite of products to lift and positively impact pre-college student-athletes & families across the country. What I love about KC is that he is unapologetically obsessed with diversity, inclusion, and gender equality. Episode Resources:Athlete FoundryKC ChhipwadiaLink to purchase:FYLPxWRDSMTH Merch Collaboration*suggestion is to size upDownload this episode of For Your Listening Pleasure wherever you get your podcasts! Make sure you follow us on Instagram @foryourlisteningpleasure Click here to listen to the For Your Listening Pleasure Theme Song Playlist on Spotify.To continue the conversation, feel free to DM me at https://www.instagram.com/foryourlisteningpleasure/ or email me at foryourlisteningpleasure@gmail.com.

“For me, it's about creating as much value as you can and sharing it amongst as many people as you can. The bigger the community, the bigger the opportunity…I get a lot of joy from being around other people and working with other people. ”– Joshua Awad (USNA ‘02) Navy Veteran, Joshua Awad is the Co-Founder of OnePet, a portfolio of digitally native companies in the veterinary and pet care space. He is also a Partner at eGateway Capital, a late-stage venture capital firm that invests in high-growth technology companies and operates as an M&A advisory practice that enables the future of eCommerce. Josh served as a Surface Warfare Officer from 2002-2008 after graduating from the Naval Academy and also holds master's degrees from Oklahoma University and Harvard Business School. In this episode, we discuss: How Josh got started in eCommerce after serving in the Navy The stories behind Josh's different eCommerce business ventures  How eGateway Capital functions as an eCommerce ecosystem and who it's for The thriving community eGateway Capital is building through its investment fund Why Veterans make great business partners Josh also shares some of eGateway Capital's short-term and long-term goals, including plans to build the company into a $1 billion platform over the next 10 years. We enjoyed hearing the story of how Josh transitioned from the military into eCommerce, learning about the first products he sold online and hearing some of his eCommerce war stories. We love that Josh is building a supportive community through his businesses and can't wait to see how it continues to grow and thrive. Connect with Josh: LinkedIn Email eGateway Capital OnePet If you found this episode valuable, please share it with a friend or colleague. If you are a Service Academy graduate and want to take your business to the next level, you can join our supportive community and get started today. Subscribe and help out the show: Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Also available on Google Podcasts, Spotify & Stitcher Leave us a 5-star review! Special thanks to Josh for joining me this week. Until next time! -Scott Mackes, USNA '01

KC is convinced deep to his core that the creation of Athlete Foundry was 20 years in the making, forged through his NASA and U.S. Navy life-changing events, challenges, and experiences, each uniquely preparing him to discover his life's true purpose ― to improve the odds and inspire others to seek and achieve their dreams by crushing inequities ― starting with student athletes.Before starting Athlete Foundry, KC has been privileged to serve our great Nation in two capacities, 20 years as a senior human space flight engineer at NASA Johnson Space Center, supporting over 50 Space Shuttle missions, including the Space Shuttle Columbia accident investigation, with his last post serving as the manager of the Space Shuttle astronaut launch & entry suit and crew escape system; and 20+ years, active & reserve combined, in our United States Navy as a Surface Warfare Officer, including deployments to Iraq looking for our missing-in-action, and Afghanistan with Naval Special Warfare. During this amazing interview, KC sits down with Marques to talk about his brand Athlete Foundry, which is a platform that helps high school athletes that want to become collegiate athletes, regardless of their zip code…. To check out more episodes, please click the link http://www.marquesogden.com

When was the last time the US Navy made the case for a significantly larger navy to defend its interests on the high seas?Yep, back when Ole Sal was a Midshipman and EagleOne was as close to his service in Vietnam than Sal was to his service in Afghanistan - the 1980s.What lessons can we take from that relatively successful intellectual, political, and personal struggle to grow our Navy?Using his recent article in Naval History Magazine, Lessons from the 600-Ship Navy, as a starting point for our conversation, our guest for the full hour will be Lieutenant Joseph Sims, USN.Lieutenant Sims is a Surface Warfare Officer and 2018 graduate of the US Naval Academy where he majored in history and competed four years on the varsity tennis team. He completed his first division officer tour on USS LASSEN (DDG-82), where he served as the gunnery officer and electronic warfare officer and completed deployment to 5th Fleet with the Truman Strike Group in 2019-2020 as well as deployment to 4th Fleet in 2020. Following completion of the Advanced Division Officer Course and Prospective Engineering Officer Course in Newport, RI, he reported to USS ANTIETAM (CG-54) in August of 2021 as the Main Propulsion Assistant. Referenced Article: https://www.usni.org/magazines/naval-history-magazine/2022/august/lessons-600-ship-navy

Modern life has us all in a state of elevated stress and inflammation that underlies chronic disease. Beyond the biological response and impacts, stress can be crippling to decision making and emotional control. Learning to lead under stress is imperative – leading ourself, family, business, and community. Leader 193 offers unique training for both. Errol Doebler is the creator and author of The Process, Art, and Science of Leadership – a methodology Leader 193 teaches to business leaders around the world. Errol is one of the few people ever who has had the distinction of serving as a Surface Warfare Officer, SEAL and as an FBI Special Agent and FBI SWAT Operator. But, elite leadership lessons from the battlefield apply to more than just the boardroom. Errol is also a practitioner of the Wim Hof Method of daily breathing and cold exposure. He discovered that it saved his life after a traumatic brain injury and recognized that the emotional awareness gained in WHM is paramount to leadership. Leader 193 combines Errol's leadership expertise and Level 2 WHM coaching into online and live training for organizations and individuals. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS Medical discharge + Invisible injury Bad decisions and downward spiral How WHM saved his life Combatting stress and inflammation Gearing for a novel virus Leading edge TBI treatment Business leadership…at home Immersive training Errol and the Leader 193 team have very generously extended a discount offer to the Mastery tribe. Use discount code LEADER193 for 20% off the Online Academy and 100OFF for $100 off the ticket price to the November 2023 Live Leadership Training in Aspen, CO. See more at www.mentomastery.com/112  

Why Listen:This is an inspirational episode. Jesse is a case study in pursuing one's dream - figuring out what unique aspirations you have, finding others to hold you accountable, and not letting the opinions or doubts of others get in your way. Jesse talks about how he used a kickstarter campaign, credit cards, and his personal savings to inch his way closer - one race at a time - to becoming  a NASCAR driver. We talk about advocating for yourself, how to run a crowdfunding campaign, and how to train day in and day out to make your dreams come true. The topics we cover in this episode are relevant to every single career path - whether you too want to become a NASCAR driver, or want to start your own business, or write a book, or whatever your personal goals may be. If you like this episode check out our show notes at BeyondTheUniform.io, where, in addition to the resources we discuss in this episode, I also list 3 other episodes very similar to this one.   About Jesse:Jesse Iwuji is the first active duty US Naval Officer to compete in NASCAR. He is also the Founder of The Red List Group which is an auto racing event company bringing drag racers together from the West to compete for trophies and cash prizes at track events. He started out at the Naval Academy, after which he served as a Surface Warfare Officer for 7 years before transitioning to the Navy Reserves. 

Have you ever heard of anyone who was not a United States citizen become one and enlist in the U.S. Military the same day they received their citizenship? In this week's episode, you will meet and hear from Hernán Luis y Prado – born in Argentina, grew up in France, and became a U.S. citizen, only to join the U.S. Navy on the same day. Hernan is a 15 year Navy veteran, humanitarian, entrepreneur, and CEO of Workshops for Warriors, a nonprofit for transitioning and struggling service members, offering them advanced manufacturing training certification and job placements. His attraction to America is that it is the only nation governed by an idea, which is expressed in the Constitution and not a person or bloodline. That's what this patriot chooses to support. Listen to this incredible man's story of aspiration and success in the country he loves so dearly.  In this episode you will hear: I sold everything we had to start Workshops for Warriors. We train America's veterans to rebuild America's advanced manufacturing and economic backbone. We harness discipline, an ethical mindset, tenacity, and focus on our skills. You're a badass, you can do anything, improvise, adapt, overcome. It never rains, it only liquid sunshine. When you get out of the military, you go from a suit of armor to the civilian world & are cast adrift in free fall. America needs welders, machinists, and fabricators. You need a skillset. Our school is a velvet funnel. You come from a really tight straw & now you gotta give more liberty until you get to the civilian world. There are 2.3 million unfilled jobs due to unskilled labor in America. Our goal is to rebuild America one veteran at a time. We do the hard things every day. It's the easy things that kick our butts. People come in - shoulders hunched down. By the end of the first week you see them coming back. The most important thing that Americans like and right now is vision. [Marcus Luttrell] “One team, one fight.” Together we can do this, alone we can't.

For Naval Officer and NASCAR driver Jesse Iwuji, becoming a race driver was a dream that seemed unreachable. But after deciding to pursue his passion, he told himself he could do it and started to take daily actions that led him closer to a dream that is now a reality. Like this? Please subscribe, and join me on my new platform for peak performance, life coaching, and personal growth: https://passionstruck.com/. Here is a link to the video featured at the beginning of this podcast (Credit the U.S. Navy): https://www.navy.com/faces-fleet-ep-0... How to Create an Unstoppable Life Thank you for Watching the Passion Struck podcast. In this powerful episode, John R. Miles and Navy LCDR Jesse Iwuji discuss how many people have these big goals, these big dreams that they're too scared to go after, and they go to the grave with them. He did not want to be one of those who didn't pursue their bucket list and uses this interview to unveil his secrets for creating an unstoppable life. Jesse's episode is the second one during September to salute veterans who served during the 20-year war on terror. The previous episodes featured Motosport Blackall Racing Team, featuring Astronauts Wendy Lawrence and Kayla Barron, Navy SEAL Mark Divine, Navy SEAL, Army Colonel Doctor Bob Adams, and Navy SEAL William Branum. New Interviews with the World's GREATEST high achievers will be posted every Tuesday with a Momentum Friday inspirational message! Creating an Unstoppable Life Show Notes 0:00 Inspirational Video of Jesse Iwuji 4:14 Official Intro 5:02 Introduction of Jesse Iwuji 9:48 Lessons Jesse learned playing Division 1 Football 15:14 How he creates balance in his life 16:43 Dale Earnhard Jr.'s Influence on his career 18:34 His framework for success and choices 23:00 Saying YES to a life-changing opportunity 26:28 Never letting anyone's opinion of him become reality 28:42 How he took toxic people out of his life (Mosquito Audit) 31:30 How Jesse finds the zone of optimal anxiety 33:17 What you think about you bring about 34:50 What are his goals and ambitions for the next few years 36:01 John's show outro FOLLOW JESSE IWUJI No one has ever tried to enter NASCAR from the Navy–until now. Jesse Iwuji is a Navy Officer and NASCAR Xfinity (sponsored by Emmitt Smith) and Camping World Truck Series driver. He graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy, where he played NCAA Division 1-A college football for four years and was commissioned as a Surface Warfare Officer in the US Navy. He is still currently an officer, and he has been on two Arabian Gulf deployments. Outside of the Navy, Jesse has always had a passion for Motorsports. In 2015 Jesse made history by becoming the first US Naval Officer and Naval Academy graduate to compete in NASCAR. He is a two-time winner of the NASCAR Diverse Driver award. Outside of racing & the Navy, Jesse has also starred in various TV & Online shows, owns his own drag racing events company called The Red List Group, owns a trucking business called JBJE Transportation, and an esports events company based around sim racing. *Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesse_iwuji/ *YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/hhsfball05 *Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Jesseiwujira... *Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jesse_Iwuji ENGAGE WITH JOHN R. MILES * Subscribe to my channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/JohnRMiles * Leave a comment, 5-star rating (please!) * Support me: https://johnrmiles.com * Twitter: https://twitter.com/Milesjohnr * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Johnrmiles.c0m​. * Medium: https://medium.com/@JohnRMiles​ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_r_miles ABOUT JOHN R. MILES * https://johnrmiles.com/my-story/ * Guides: https://johnrmiles.com/blog/ * Coaching: https://passionstruck.com/coaching/ * Speaking: https://johnrmiles.com/speaking-business-transformation/ * Gear: https://www.zazzle.com/store/passion_struck PASSION STRUCK *Subscribe to Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-passion-struck-podcast/id1553279283 *Website: https://passionstruck.com/ *About: https://passionstruck.com/about-passionstruck-johnrmiles/ *Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passion_struck_podcast *LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/passionstruck *Blog: https://passionstruck.com/blog/