Battlefield to Business

Battlefield to Business: From ROTC to the Courtroom – Tulio Chirinos Journey from Soldier to Attorney Guest: Tulio Chirinos– U.S. Army Veteran (Ret. LTC), Owner of Chirinos Law Firm, PLLC From infantry beginnings and deployments in Iraq, to serving as a Battalion Commander, to finally launching his own national law firm, Tulio Chirinos’ story is one of grit, adaptability, and persistence. Growing...

Battlefield to Business: From Army Officer to Land Shark – Brent Bowers’ Journey into Land Investing Guest: Brent Bowers – U.S. Army Veteran, Owner of The Land Sharks Brent Bowers shares how his entrepreneurial spirit started at age eight, mowing lawns to buy a four-wheeler, and how it carried him through challenges in real estate, military service, and finally into building a thriving land invest...

🎙️ Battlefield to Business: The Veteran Entrepreneurial Journey Episode Title: From Rebellion to Resilience: Rebecca Miller Pringle’s Journey from Soldier to Successful Realtor Guest: Rebecca Miller Pringle — Army Veteran & Founder of Homes for Vets , New Jersey Summary: In this episode, host Jarvis Buchanan sits down with Rebecca Miller Pringle, a resilient Army veteran, single mother of thre...

Podcast Title: Battlefield to Business – The Veteran Entrepreneurial Journey Guest: Jeff Buckman, U.S. Marine Corps Veteran and Founder of Buckman Insurance Group In this week’s episode, Marine Corps veteran Jeff Buckman shares his transition from military life to launching his own multi-state insurance brokerage. From growing up in Salt Lake City to running the reporting systems in Okinawa, Jeff'...

Battlefield to Business: The Veteran Entrepreneurial Journey Guest: Twanda Young – Retired Brigadier General, U.S. Army | Founder of LT3 Leadership Solutions In this episode, host Jarvis Buchanan speaks with retired Brigadier General Twanda Young, founder of LT3 Leadership Solutions. With over 30 years of military leadership, Twanda shares how her transition from uniformed service to entrepreneurs...

Battlefield to Business: The Veteran Entrepreneurial Journey Joey Mac – Marine Veteran |The Mobile Cigar Lounge In this episode, Marine veteran Joey Mac shares how he turned his love for cigars and community into a thriving mobile cigar lounge business. After transitioning from aircraft mechanic to entrepreneur, Joey leaned into his passion, creating a unique luxury experience that brings people t...

🎙️ New Episode Alert – Battlefield to Business: The Veteran Entrepreneurial Journey Good morning, afternoon, or evening — wherever you are — and welcome to another powerful episode of Battlefield to Business: The Veteran Entrepreneurial Journey . This week, I sit down with Ryan Hunt , U.S. Army veteran and founder of 10th Mountain Recruiting , a national and international talent acquisition firm....

🎙️ New Episode of Battlefield to Business: From Combat Boots to Lemonade Stands 🍋 In this episode, I sit down with Steve Dko — veteran, entrepreneur, and owner of Reform Merch and Dell’s Frozen Lemonade in Cedar Park, TX. Steve shares his inspiring journey from military service to business ownership, overcoming injury, and turning his creativity into impact. 🪖 Reform Merch repurposes military un...

🎙️ Battlefield to Business – Surviving Cardiac Arrest & Starting a Law Practice with Jim "Max" Wilson In this powerful episode, Navy veteran and attorney Jim Wilson (aka “Max”) shares his extraordinary journey from flying electronic warfare aircraft to launching a solo law firm in Virginia — after literally dying and coming back to life. With 30+ years of legal experience, Jim breaks down the...

🎙️ Battlefield to Business: From Military Lens to Entrepreneurial Focus with Tara Jackson In this episode, we sit down with Tara Jackson, Army veteran and professional photographer, to explore her journey from military journalism to building her own photography business. Tara shares how early encouragement, military training, and entrepreneurial grit shaped her career. We dive into the realities o...

Episode Title: From Homeless to Honey Liquor: Pat Johnson’s Veteran Grit and Entrepreneurial Grind Episode Description (Captivate FM) In this powerful episode of Battlefield to Business , we sit down with Pat Johnson , Navy veteran and founder of Veterans Farming Initiative of Alabama and Two Goat Brands Honey-Based Spirits . Pat’s journey is raw, unfiltered, and deeply inspiring—from struggling w...

Passion for art and design @ 0:00 Robert discovered his passion for art and design from a young age, constantly drawing and creating. While he struggled with formal training and skill development early on, his drive and dedication to improving his craft eventually led him to excel in graphic design and visual communication. Navigating the challenges of being a graphic designer @ 3:53 As a graphic...

Episode Summary Title : Inventing the Journey: Tony Jefferson on Building a Travel Platform from the Ground Up In this powerful episode of Battlefield to Business , retired Air Force Master Sergeant Tony Jefferson takes us through his entrepreneurial evolution—from military structure to building a personalized travel tech platform, Traveling Session . With over two decades in service, mostly overs...

Meeting Purpose Kevin K, owner of Bombed Out Barbecue, about his journey from military service to competitive barbecue and entrepreneurship. Key Takeaways •Kevin's passion for cooking, especially barbecue, was cultivated through his military upbringing and international experiences •Military experience provided Kevin with discipline, attention to detail, and patience that translate well to barbecu...

Summary Childhood and early influences Paul Volpe grew up in a working-class Italian immigrant family in Cleveland, Ohio and later Appleton, Wisconsin. His father and foster father, both military veterans, were influential role models who instilled in him the values of hard work, discipline, and service. As a shy, introverted youth, Paul transformed into an extroverted, athletic young man through...

Meeting Purpose To interview Frank Manteau, a Marine Corps veteran and entrepreneur, about his life experiences and business journey with Mil Treats. Key Takeaways Frank overcame a challenging upbringing to join the Marines, which provided structure and purpose. After leaving the military, Frank struggled to find direction but eventually founded Mil Treats, creating edible chocolate crayons and ot...

Summary Meeting Purpose Podcast interview with veteran entrepreneur Bob Hildreth about his journey and business Two Homeless Vets Key Takeaways Bob founded Two Homeless Vets to help transition homeless veterans into stable housing and employment through community support, skills training, and entrepreneurship opportunities The organization uses a dual non-profit/for-profit model to...

Summary Amanda's background and upbringing @ 0:00 Amanda was born and raised in Houston, Texas, the only girl in a family of three brothers. She had a challenging upbringing, with an absent father who was a convicted felon. Her grandparents and a supportive high school teacher, Miss Foster, were influential in her life and inspired her to want to help others. Amanda was initially in...

Episode: From Marine to Business Owner – Jeff Merkel’s Journey Meeting Purpose In this episode of Battlefield to Business , we interview Marine Corps veteran Jeff Merkel about his transition from military service to entrepreneurship, building a thriving garage door business, and leveraging his military background for success. Key Takeaways Jeff transitioned from military service to entrepreneurshi...

Summary Meeting Purpose Conduct a podcast interview with Anthony Griffith about his journey from military service to entrepreneurship in the life insurance industry, showcasing valuable insights for veteran entrepreneurs. Key Takeaways Anthony transitioned from military intelligence to life insurance, driven by a desire for purpose and helping others, making it an inspiring path for veterans explo...

Guest: David Jones Background & Military Transition David, a Marine Corps veteran and drone entrepreneur , shares his journey from military service to running a successful drone business. His transition began with an interest in aviation and drone technology, leading him to obtain his Part 107 commercial drone license . Despite initial uncertainty, he leveraged his military background and netw...

Podcast Summary for Veteran Entrepreneurs 🎙️ From Colonel to Creator: Chuck Wiegand’s Entrepreneurial Journey Join us as retired Army Colonel Charles "Chuck" Wiegand shares how his analytical mindset, developed through military service and early life, led to founding The Lottery Lab and creating The Bureaucrat YouTube channel. Chuck dives into his transition from military to entrepreneurship, tack...

Podcast Episode Summary: The Passion Behind the Paint – From Military to Entrepreneurship 🎙️ In this episode of Battlefield to Business, we sit down with Brian, a veteran turned entrepreneur, who shares his journey from the military to starting his own painting business. 🔑 Key Takeaways: The Transition Challenge: Brian Parker reflects on the stark difference between military structure and civilia...

Johnny's background and military experience @ 0:01 Johnny Salinas is originally from a small town in Texas and joined the Army in 1997, serving for 23 years. He was a bridge crew member and instructor, and did multiple deployments overseas. Johnny's father was a strong role model and he had a good relationship with his family, including his brother who is an anesthesiologist. Transitioni...

Key Takeaways Haley transitioned from Army cook to successful business owner, overcoming challenges through discipline and adaptability She built and sold a thriving indoor playground business (Nido) focused on supporting mothers and children Now working with Southern Comfort Tiny Homes to create veteran support communities and healing spaces Emphasizes importance of self-care, mentorship, an...