Military Transition Academy Podcast by Vets2PM

Branden Irvine, Director of Sales and Marketing, brings a strong background driving high-performing teams for top global brands. Known for his collaborative leadership style, Mr. Irvine came to sbLiftOff to grow the company’s national presence. Mr. Irvine works directly with business owners across the country contemplating an ownership transfer or acquisition. He has extensive business transformat...

Dustin Hayes- U.S. Navy (Medically Retired), CEO/Founder of Red White & Badass Brew, Coffee As old as The American Spirit & Host of Coffee, Conversation & Badasses Podcast, We tell heroic stories of badass people who overcame mental health, addiction, relationship & business struggles.

Corey Reiser is a former Field Artillery Officer who has made a successful transition from military service to entrepreneurship after serving on active duty for 10 years. Corey is a proud graduate of the US Military Academy Preparatory School, and a 2011 graduate of West Point, where he played lacrosse. He has served in the 101st Airborne Division and 3rd Infantry Division, completing two deployme...

Tyler Wancowicz joined the Navy in 2012, the day after he turned 18. From then until 2020, all Tyler knew was military service. He decided to get his real estate license as a sort of “side hustle"; however, Tyler quickly realized that after what would be 11 years, the military is no longer for him. He has sold about 25 homes in his first 2 years in real estate while being a full-time active-d...

In this episode we unpack the project management plans schedule through a review of the critical path, schedule variance (SV), work breakdown structures (WBS), and work packages.

Scott Medlin is a United States Marine Corps veteran who went on to a career of nearly fifteen years in law enforcement. In 2020, Scott wrote his first book on mental health after a harsh personal battle, and realizing just how serious the suicide threat is for many people. Scott has spoken openly about his struggles with post-traumatic stress disorder, addiction, and depression. Scott is a relata...

This episode is all about identifying and explaining when it is appropriate to use a predictive (or plan-based) approach. We cover this by identifying a predictive, plan-based approach for the organizational structure and determining activities, then looking at project components.

During this episode we will focus on examples of how it is appropriate to respond to a planned strategy or framework, project initiation, and benefit planning, evaluating the effectiveness of a meeting, and finally, the purpose of focus groups, standup meetings, brainstorming, etc.

This episode covers the DoD SkillBrige program and Vets2PM's use of it. The panel is stacked with Vets2PM employees and showcases their capability. It is also loaded with tips for the transitioning veteran. If you are a veteran interested in the program go to www.vets2pm.com/skillbridge to sign up. Then check out www.vets2pm.com/job-board to find opportunities. If you are a company and you wan...

During this episode, we explain the differences between leadership and management. Then we cover emotional intelligence (EQ) and its impact on project management.

Concierge Business Solutions (CBS) was born from a desire to serve. CBS founder, Luis A. Montanez, served in the Army for over 20 years. After 3 combat tours serving to build foreign nations, his vision became to form a business that offers construction services for building renovations, maintaining our local communities and national infrastructure. Our values are the foundation of our work, and t...

Sam Peterson is an accomplished business leader and former explosive ordnance disposal technician in the Army. After deploying three times to Afghanistan and witnessing the mental health struggles of his fellow service members, Sam developed a passion for improving the mental health system. With a desire to create a comprehensive care environment for veterans and first responders, Sam earned his M...

Project Managers need to display an understanding of project roles and responsibilities. During this episode we have a casual conversation about the difference between the roles and responsibilities of project managers and project sponsors, the roles and responsibilities of the project team and the project sponsor, and the importance of the role the project manager plays (e.g., initiator, negotiat...

This episode we are discussing the use of a risk register in a given situation. We are also going to cover a stakeholder register in a given situation. Then finally, explain project closure and transitions.

During episode 3 we cover the purpose and importance of cost, quality, risk, schedule, etc.. Next we move to different deliverables of a project management plan versus product management plan. We finalize with a discussion over milestones and task duration while covering different types of resources.

During this episode we cover why the Global Business Development Association (GBDA) and their certification of Business Development Professional (BDP) is a great fit for veteran talent. Tony Gray is the Founder and National Director of the Global Business Development Association, GBDAssociation.org and he is a technology executive with 30 years of business development, sales, and customer success...

During episode 2 we will discuss issues, risks, assumptions, and constraints. We also cover reviewing and critiquing project scope. Next we cover the PMI Code of Ethics and Professional conduct. Finally we discuss how projects can be a vehicle for change.

Mitch is a visionary father, husband, writer, public speaker, influencer, medically retired combat Veteran, entrepreneur, and continues to serve the United States as a civilian. He is also the founder and CEO of Skullcap Ridge, LLC. He belongs to numerous nonprofit organizations; including the National Association of Rocketry (NRA), The National Arbor Association, Combat Veteran Motorcycle Associa...

Andrew Michael "Mike" Machata is a Marine Corps veteran and a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) who has worked for several well-known financial firms during his career. He is also a Purple Heart recipient, having been injured in combat during his service in the United States Marine Corps. After serving in the military, he began his career at Merrill Lynch, where he worked as a financial...

What is the difference between a project, program, and a portfolio. What is the difference between projects and operations? What is the difference between predictive and adaptive approaches. We discuss the above in a casual conversation.

Katty, is an Air Force Veteran who recently transitioned and retired from 22 years of active duty service. She spent her time in the Air Force as a Maintenance Production Manager, then she spent her last 3 months as a SkillBridge Program Manager at Walt Disney. Katty then transitioned to a Data Analyst role that she is currently in and is enjoying it. Katty is almost finished with her bachelor’s d...

Hank Alemany, Founder and CEO of Brew’n Up Barks (BUBs), Army veteran, and avid adversaries against self-assassination. During this episode he is supporting the K9 Partners for Patriots ( https://k9partnersforpatriots.com/ )  and we talk about mental health, how to take the first step, what helped him, and why people need dogs.

Anna joined the Camaraderie Foundation in January 2016. Anna has more than 20 years of experience as a leader and manager in the fields of human services and employee benefits consulting. She is a proven project manager and change agent. Anna proudly served in the U.S. Air Force for 8 years as a Personnel Officer then as a civil service employee. She has her Master’s in Business Administration fro...

Yogi Born in Mexico joined the Navy out of Texas in 2002. He is rated as an AME (Aviation Structural Mechanic – Safety Equipment), and is retiring as a Chief. He currently is going through a Medical board process. His Wife Sachie (Pronounced: Saw-she) moved from Iwakuni Japan to San Diego and is ready for their next adventure. Chris was raised in Texas and Washington state joined the Navy out of W...

Barry Madetzke is a two-time veteran (Navy and Army) and recently retried in July 2022, after 23 years of service to the nation. He was an Seaman Apprentice in the US Navy and served in the US Army as both an Infantry and Military Intelligence Officer. He recently pivoted into cybersecurity with a focus on Insider Risk and is a Senior Consultant with Mandiant (now a part of Google Cloud). Hard wor...