VET S.O.S. Presents Operation Startup

In this episode of the Vet SOS Podcast , Shawn Welsh sits down with Don Gleason, a leader with over four decades of experience spanning military service, corporate leadership, and entrepreneurship. Don shares his inspiring journey from a 27-year military career to his role in environmental leadership at Booz Allen Hamilton, and eventually, the launch of his own company, Achieve New Heights LLC . D...

In this compelling episode of VET S.O.S. , host Shawn Welsh welcomes Nina Pinidi , a remarkable Navy veteran, breast cancer warrior, and founder of Solime Royal Hair . After serving 17 years in the U.S. Navy and facing an abrupt medical retirement in 2022, Nina transformed her personal and professional challenges into an entrepreneurial mission: creating safe, chemical-free hair care products tail...

In this powerful episode of the Veteran Entrepreneur Spotlight (VES) , we sit down with Dan Singer , owner of Phase Line Business Coaching and a proud Marine Corps Reservist turned entrepreneur. Dan takes us through his incredible transition from military service to business leadership, where he scaled a company’s revenue from $14 million to $20 million using the Entrepreneurial Operating System (...

In this powerful episode of the Veterans Entrepreneur Series (VES), Shawn Welsh sits down with John Kerkhoff, a decorated military veteran with over 20 years of service and the visionary founder of Frago 22. John shares the pivotal moments of his transition from military service to civilian life, emphasizing both the opportunities and challenges he faced. His story is one of perseverance, adaptabi...

In this episode, Army veteran and entrepreneur Paden Sickles shares her incredible journey from military service to launching Sick Fit, a woman-veteran, minority-owned sock company that combines cutting-edge technology and thoughtful design. Paden opens up about her personal and professional experiences, the challenges of transitioning to civilian life, and her passion for empowering others. Key H...

In this inspiring episode, Shawn Welsh welcomes Natalie Hall, Economic Development Specialist and Veteran Business Development Officer for the US Small Business Administration's (SBA) North Florida district office. Natalie dives deep into the wealth of resources available to veterans and military spouses transitioning into entrepreneurship. She highlights transformative programs like "Boots to Bus...

In this episode of VES, we sit down with Peter Cline, the founder of Boots to Books, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to supporting military members and their families through education, upskilling, career resources, and employment opportunities. Peter shares his compelling journey from serving in the Army to navigating the challenges of transitioning into the civilian workforce, ultimately leading...

In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, Shawn Welsh sits down with Kala Rachal, a former US Army combat veteran, public health practitioner, and now the founder of Ore Ra Wellness Studio. Kala shares her transformative journey from serving on the front lines in Afghanistan to becoming a leader in holistic health, driven by her passion for empowering individuals and strengthening her Louisiana com...

In this inspiring episode of the Vet SOS Podcast, we sit down with Julia Ruddock, founder of Hayati Coaching and Consulting, to explore her remarkable journey from military service to entrepreneurship. Julia opens up about her transition, starting with her leadership development program at Citigroup, which helped her navigate the corporate world and prepared her for impactful roles at Salesforce,...

In this compelling episode of the VET S.O.S. Podcast, host Shawn Welsh sits down with Enrique Acosta Gonzalez, a 26-year Navy veteran and the visionary founder of Triad Leadership Solutions, LLC. Enrique reflects on his remarkable journey from military service to becoming a leader in entrepreneurship, offering deep insights into his transition, challenges, and the lessons learned along the way. En...

In this episode, we sit down with Cat Corchado, an Air Force veteran and the dynamic founder of Small Space Pilates, to explore her transformative journey from military service to entrepreneurship. Cat shares candid insights about the emotional challenges of leaving a structured military career and how she turned those experiences into the foundation for a meaningful new chapter. Cat’s story highl...

In this compelling episode of the VES Podcast, host Shawn Welsh welcomes Bianca Bevins, a 13-year Navy veteran who has successfully transitioned from military life to entrepreneurship. Bianca shares her inspiring journey of founding Mothers Rise Collective, LLC, a unique business that provides postpartum concierge services and perinatal life transition coaching, specifically tailored to support mi...

In this compelling episode of the VET S.O.S. Veteran Entrepreneur Spotlight, sponsored by Spearpoint Solutions, host Shawn Welsh dives into the entrepreneurial journey of Rudy Haberzettl, Founder and CEO of Proactive Solutions Inc. From an eight-year career in the USMC as a Chinook air crew member to becoming a successful business owner, Rudy shares invaluable insights and lessons learned along th...

In this inspiring episode of the VET S.O.S. podcast, Shawn Welsh sits down with Kays Alali, founder of Med Consulting Solutions, to explore his remarkable transition from military service to the healthcare industry. Kays shares his journey from serving as a medical service corps officer to managing revenue cycles worth up to $100 million and overseeing the development of over 200,000 square feet o...

In this compelling episode of the Veteran Entrepreneur Spotlight (VES) podcast, host Shawn Welsh engages in an insightful conversation with Makayla Beasley, a functional nutrition practitioner and the visionary CEO of Perspective Practice. Makayla’s journey is one of transformation, resilience, and purpose, as she shares her transition from serving in the Air National Guard to building a thriving...

In this episode of the VET S.O.S. Veteran Entrepreneur Spotlight, host Shawn Welsh interviews Chris McGhee, founder of Falcon Forward Law Group and a proud Air Force veteran with a remarkable story of transformation. After a 20-year career as an F-16 mechanic, Chris made the leap into law, leveraging his military pension and VA disability benefits to start his firm. Today, Falcon Forward Law Group...

In this episode of VET S.O.S., host Shawn Welsh welcomes Dwayne Edwards, founder of VMHA LLC, for a compelling discussion about his journey from the U.S. Marine Corps to entrepreneurship and mental health advocacy. Dwayne shares how a medical disqualification from the DEA due to hearing loss became a pivotal moment, inspiring him to explore new career paths, pursue higher education, and embark on...

In this episode of the VET S.O.S. Podcast, host Shawn Welsh welcomes Matthew Schneider, a service-disabled Air Force veteran and founder of RemedyGuard, a company tackling the growing issue of unaffordable and unsafe medication storage. After serving in Iraq, Matthew used the GI Bill to earn a degree in computer science and later gained valuable experience in e-commerce fulfillment. Inspired by hi...