The Transition by Bunker Labs

I’m joined by Bruce Cleveland, Founding Partner of Wildcat Venture Partners, and author of the highly acclaimed book, “Traversing The Tracation Gap,’’ where shares the framework developed by the Wildcat team, that helps entrepreneurs navigate the critical go-to-market period between initial product release (IPR) and reaching minimal viable traction (MVT). On the show, you get insight into the mind...

I’m joined by Rob Walling, Author of “Start Small, Stay Small'' and host of the podcast “Startups For The Rest of Us, a podcast that helps developers, designers and entrepreneurs be awesome at launching software products. Rob's been bootstrapping startups for the last two decades and launched his podcasts to show others founders how to successfully build non-venture-backed startups. Be sure to sub...

Today on the Transition, I brought on Navy Veteran Marlon Terrell, Owner and Operator of two New Jersey Based Chick-fil-A franchises. Marlon gives a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to buy into a franchise, the leadership challenges that come with running one, and the abundance of opportunities available to veterans and military spouses in the space. Be sure to subscribe to the Transition N...

On today’s show, I discuss the fastest way to achieve probability for bootstrapped entrepreneurs. Be sure to subscribe to the Transition Newsletter on Substack here: https://bit.ly/37Bb8Ne You can leave a comment about each episode on Substack, and if you have any questions about your own venture, post that as well. I'm always looking for content, and I would love to learn about what you all are s...

In the following episode of The Transition, I'm joined by Carla Bond, Founder & CEO of UpSkill VR, a company that uses VR technology to teach CPR and other emergency response training based on teaching from paramedics, police officers and military veterans. Be sure to subscribe to the Transition Newsletter on Substack here: https://bit.ly/37Bb8Ne I release a newsletter every Tuesday, and a pod...

In the following episode of the Transition, I interview Lindsay Hinger, Founder of Gifting with Valor and MilSobox, two businesses that specialize in sourcing and distributing curated gifts from veteran and military spouse owned businesses. On the show, Lindsay opens up about her challenges dealing with her mental health issues, the complexity of running a subscription box business, and the variou...

I share some advice for aspiring entrepreneurs on launching a new venture and the importance of driving revenue sooner rather than later. Be sure to subscribe to the Transition Newsletter on Substack here: https://bit.ly/37Bb8Ne I release a newsletter every Tuesday, and a podcast every Thursday. You can leave a comment about each episode on Substack, and if you have any questions about your own ve...

On the following episode of The Transition, I sat down with Andrew Arbogast, an Army Veteran and Founder of Arbo's Cheese Dip, a cheese dip based on his family's secret recipe, which is making strides in Memphis, TN. Be sure to subscribe to the Transition Newsletter on Substack here: https://bit.ly/37Bb8Ne I release a newsletter every Tuesday, and a podcast every Thursday. You can leave a comment...

On the following episode of the Transition, I'm joined by Sarah Van Ells, A Military Spouse and Co-Owner of The Van Plan, a company that does custom van builds accessible for everyone. Sarah opens up about running the Van Plan alongside her husband and how they’ve expanded their offerings into a new line of business called Hustle Trucks. Subscribe to the Transition Newsletter on Substack here: htt...

At Bunker Labs, we try out best to serve the Military connected community in the best way we know-how. Now the dust has settled a bit, and the reality of life after The War in Afghanistan has set in, I felt it was an appropriate time to discuss Afghanistan with the Military-Connected community. To join me, I invited Kimberly Jung and Keith Alaniz, Founders of Rumi Spice, which brings flavorful, et...

On this episode of the Transition, I sit down with Michelle Warner, a business strategist that helps entrepreneurs design tiny companies that are built to last. Together, we break down the 5 stages of small business growth and also discuss how-to use networking that pays.  Applications for The Bunker Labs & WeWork Veterans In Residence program are open Sept 1-30, 2021  for the Jan 2022 cohort....

On the following episode of The Transition, I have the distinct honor and privilege of sitting down with Marine Corps Veteran and Bunker Labs new Director of Marketing, Reggie Ordonez. Applications for The Bunker Labs & WeWork Veterans In Residence program are open Sept 1-30, 2021 for the Jan 2022 cohort. The program is a 6-month #Startup incubator for #veterans & military family members w...

In the following episode of the Transition, I sit down with Bunker Labs Ambassador and Veterans-in-Residence Alumni, Andrea Jones, to discuss Gino Wickman’s Entrepreneurial Operating System, and how early-stage founders can leverage it in their businesses to manage meetings, set priorities, and align a clear vision and mission for their company. Subscribe to the Transition Newsletter on Substack h...

In today’s episode of the Transition, I discuss legal considerations for early-stage founders with my good friend, board member, and legal advisor, Marc Snyderman, Founder & CEO of The Snyderman Law Group. Let us know what you think of today’s episode by shooting on our new substack at https://bit.ly/37Bb8Ne To learn more about The Snyderman Law Group, click here: https://snydermanlawgroup.com...

In today’s episode of the Transition, we hear from one amazing Military Spouse who is on a mission to build a one-of-a-kind marketplace where people can shop small, shop virtually, and make a big impact. Let us know what you think of today’s episode by shooting on our new substack at https://bit.ly/37Bb8Ne To learn more about Spouse-ly, click here: https://spouse-ly.com/ You can support Spouse-ly’...

The following is an audio-masterclass on “How-To-Build A World-Class Pitch Deck” that allows you to convey confidence, stand out from the crowd, and put you in the best possible position to win. Let us know what you think of today’s episode by subscribing to our newsletter on substack and leaving a comment at https://bit.ly/37Bb8Ne

On this episode of the Transition, I sat down with Brandon Hunter, Army Veteran, and Founder of ROOG, an app that connects consumers to the small business market (focused on minority, women, and veteran-owned businesses). Whether you run a tech start-up or not, there are valuable insights in this episode for all entrepreneurs. Let us know what you think of today’s episode by shooting on our new su...

If you're looking for non-dilutive capital for your business and are considering applying for a bank loan, this is an episode you don't want to miss. Let us know what you think of today’s episode by shooting me a message on instagram @ironmikesteadman or Linkedin at https://bit.ly/2Uyh6eJ Resources Mentioned in this Episode: https://www.myfortuneteam.com/ Tune into Office Hours: In addition, we're...

In the following episode of the Transition, I sat down with Meghan Ogilvie, CEO of Dog Tag Inc. to learn about the Dog Tag Fellowship program, what it takes to run a successful social enterprise, build community, and create long-term sustainable impact. Resources mentioned: To learn more about Dog Tag, visit: https://www.dogtaginc.org/ Tune into Office Hours: In addition, we're also hosting Live-W...

The following is an audio masterclass on “How-To Build A Brand,” taught by “IRON” Mike Steadman. Let us know what you think of today’s episode by shooting me a message on instagram @ironmikesteadman or Linkedin at https://bit.ly/2Uyh6eJ Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Beyond Entrepreneurship 2.0 by Jim Collins https://amzn.to/3kIx5Bq Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business by Gino Wickman https...

I’m encouraging all veteran entrepreneurs to apply to the Bob Evans Farms “Heroes to CEOs” business competition. Given the time sensitive nature of the application process, with applications open from now until July 31, 2021 11:59 PM EDT, I organized a quick interview over the weekend with Bob Evans Farms Director of Communications, George Money, to discuss the competition. You can apply today at...

In this episode of the Transition, I discuss how to 10X your business with my business coach Bill Watkins, Founder & CEO of The Lions Pride, a professional training and coaching company that serves mission-driven, high-performing, small business owners with at-the-ready resources, battle-tested tools, and full-service support. Tune into Live-Weekly Office Hours: Bunker Labs is hosting Live-Wee...

In the following episode, I catch up with fellow Marine Corps Veteran and Entrepreneur Marco Fiallo, CEO of Community Travel Group, an all-inclusive Travel company based in Ecuador that consists of a hostel, along with food, adventure, and walking tours. Tune into Office Hours: Tune into Live-Weekly Office hours every Tuesday on Linkedin, Facebook, and Youtube at 11 AM EST. If you find yourself st...

Learn how Army Veteran Adam Bird, bootstrapped a media company that’s dedicated to providing a voice for Veterans, First-Responders, and those who support them. Starting this Thursday, July 2nd, we'll be dropping a new episode every week. Initially, we planned to stick to a bi-weekly drop, but in order to further accelerate those in the entrepreneurial, we've decided to bring you more shows, from...

In this episode of the Transition, I conducted an office hour session with Operational Efficiency expert Ashlee Berghoff, CEO of A Squared Online and Author of Eureka Results: How Entrepreneurs Can Turn Their Best Ideas into Reality. We discuss building systems, empowering your team, and tips from her book Eureka Results. Resources Mentioned in this episode: Visit Ashlee’s Website: https://asquare...