Make Your Move with Gene Moran

Amy Entress and Joe Marino work for Veterans Florida, which is a one-of-a-kind organization that is unlike anything else in the United States. Veterans Florida helps veterans transition into meaningful work in multiple sectors through their unique programs.   SUMMARY     Amy Entress and Joe Marino, both retired from the military, share their experiences in transitioning to a civilian career and th...

Gene interviews Vinnie and Sarah LaSorsa, the brains and horsepower behind Freedom Fighter Outdoors.   SUMMARY     Vinnie and Sarah LaSorsa are the founders behind Freedom Fighter Outdoors. Freedom Fighter Outdoors is a charitable organization that provides unique outdoor experiences for veterans that are suffering from any visible or invisible combat injury. Events include offshore sports fishing...

Gene Moran wraps up Season 1 of the Make Your Move podcast. Listen in as he discusses the journey of the podcast, the idea behind it, and the guests that have appeared to date.   SUMMARY   Gene Moran wraps up Season 1 of the Make Your Move podcast. In it, he discusses the journey of the podcast, the idea behind it, and the guests that have appeared. He also gives us a glimpse as to what to expect...

John Zimmermann, retired Senior Master Sergeant U.S. Air Force, shares his career journey from the military to COO of a software company and being on the board of directors for Healing Paws for Warriors.   SUMMARY     John Zimmerman, retired Senior Master Sergeant U.S. Air Force, moved into the defense industry and is now the COO for Beast Code, a software company in Florida. John shares things he...

Former Lieutenant Commander Hugh Middleton is an inspiring example of finding a post-military passion in philanthropy.   SUMMARY     Former Lieutenant Commander Hugh Middleton was a U.S. Navy Seal. He is now Vice President of Operations and Development of Patriot Point. Hugh's story is an inspiring example of focusing on philanthropy and how we can all give back to veterans in their post-military...

Former Lieutenant Commander U.S. Navy, Naval Aviator, Loree Draude, has over 30 years of experience leading high-performance teams. She shares her post-military life successes from working with Google and Facebook to her own consulting business and most recently her stage performance in New York City.   SUMMARY     Landed jets on an aircraft carrier, attended a world class business school, landed...

Dave Harden, a retired Air Force Colonel, shares two essential questions to ask when you're in the midst of uncertainty.   SUMMARY     Dave Harden is a retired Air Force Colonel. He completed 26 years on reserve and active duty and since then has been in numerous influential roles and businesses as a leader. Today he is the CEO and founder of The Outpost, a company that helps technology companies...

If you're on the cusp of transitioning from military life, listen in as Ted Fordyce, retired U.S. Air Force Colonel, shares his golden nuggets of advice.   SUMMARY     Ted Fordyce is retired U.S. Air Force Colonel, where he served for 28 years. His career began at The Citadel and today he runs the Washington Operations at Elbit Systems of America. Ted shares the importance of mentorship and recogn...

Don Young, retired Lieutenant Commander in the U.S. Navy, is a great example of leveraging opportunities in the military and goal setting to eventually form his own company.   SUMMARY     Don Young, retired Lieutenant Commander in the U.S. Navy, shares two actions he took that were essential to his career success.    Don spent a significant amount of his career coming up through the enlisted ranks...

Retired Rear Admiral Sinclair Harris moved into a successful post-military career with Washington based LMI after leaving the US Navy, but the transition wasn't always smooth.     Summary   Navy veteran Sinclair ''Sinc'' Harris enjoyed a long and successful military career before accepting a corporate role. If you're thinking of a post-military career, discover two vital lessons you'll need as you...

Retired Lieutenant Colonel Rico Vaca defines what it means to transition out of a military career in an intentional way.      Summary   In 2022, Rico Vaca celebrates the tenth year of his consultancy, serving defense executives and aerospace clients. In this episode, he shares the lessons learned since his transition, with vital insights for veterans considering their post-military options.     Ep...

Successful life changes often depend on making the right decision at the right time. One of only a few women to command a navy warship, retired US Navy Captain Alysa Ambrose chose to transition out while her career was on the ascent.      Summary     After a successful military career, trailblazer Alysa is now in law school. In this episode she explains the reasons behind that decision, the challe...

Making the transition from a military career is often a challenge for veterans, but it can also be a period of rapid transformation and entrepreneurial success.      Summary   After 12 years in the US Air Force, Major Rob Slaughter made a successful transition from a military career to enjoy outstanding business success. Rob is co-founder of Defense Unicorns, a software specialist company, on trac...

Make Your Move is the podcast for veterans that proves your career transition can be more than you ever imagined.      Trailer Highlights:   00:00 Introduction, Gene's 24 years of active service.    01:44 Military experience can't be replicated in the corporate world.    02:27 From corporate job to seven figure consulting and advisory practice.   03:31 Proceeds from Gene's book go to supporting ve...