THE VETERANS CLUB PODCAST

In this episode of  THE VETERANS CLUB PODCAST ,  Apollo Hernandez , explains how his military service, faith, cyber and tech leadership has prepared him to fight for Texas families, secure critical infrastructure, and bring principled leadership back to state government. Apollo Hernandez is a former Recon  United States Marine Corps , multi-tour combat veteran, cybersecurity expert, husband, fathe...

Leadership isn’t about energy or slogans. It’s about standards and follow-through. In this episode,  Moses Maddox , a  United States Marine Corps  Veteran and Program Manager at  California State University San Marcos , talks about what leadership looks like when decisions have consequences and performance actually matters. We discuss discipline in execution, accountability without theatrics, and...

Dr. Robert A. Morgan is a Cybersecurity Architect and U.S. Navy Veteran with over 14 years of experience in secure systems, software engineering, and risk management. He holds a doctorate in cybersecurity and blends his technical expertise with a deep passion for the arts. As the founder and CEO of Dancing Veterans San Diego , a nonprofit offering free Latin dance classes to veterans and their fam...

Join us for this exclusive interview with Danny Garcia aka The Walking Man who has walked 26,000 miles on 7 Continents for World Peace and To Protect Children. He will discuss his recent trips to Ukraine, Antarctica and the Houston Air Show along with discussing how The Ultimate Physician saved his life once again after suffering a heart attack over the summer and was told that he would be on dial...

Jose Jonathan Duran Urrutia is from Northern Nevada ( Reno Tahoe Area). He was Born in Mexico, San Luso Potosi, Raised in Zacatecas and immigrated to the US in 1999. Jose successfully self navigated the Immigration legal system 3 times. He served 12 years in the United States Navy and is now a Veteran with multiple deployments worldwide, under the Surface and Expeditionary forces. Jose is also an...

Jacqueline "Jackie" Charsagua Garcia, Lt Col,  United States Air Force  (Ret.), is the CEO/President of Global Walk Inc., a Florida faith-based nonprofit whose vision is "Taking steps to reach every person with the love of God" and whose mission is to Inspire Hope, Share Spiritual Wisdom, and Aid those in Need. Global Walk also makes appearances and hosts events to honor God, v...

Join us as we welcome  United States Marine Corps  Veteran and Wealth Advisor, Orley J. Pacheco, MBA, SE-AWMA®  on the Podcast. Orley J. Pacheco, MBA, SE-AWMA®  is a Senior Financial Advisor who operates at the carrefour of Family Offices, Private Equity and Venture Capital helping principals grow, preserve, and together be great stewards of wealth. Financial sponsors, athletes, entertainers and t...

Senator Todd Young is a fifth generation Hoosier who grew up outside of Indianapolis. While growing up in Indiana, Todd delivered newspapers, mowed lawns and mopped floors at his family’s small business. After high school, Todd enlisted in the U.S. Navy and soon earned an appointment to the  United States Naval Academy , where he graduated with honors. He then served in the  United States Marine C...

30 years of progressive experience in logistics, supply chain management, project development, Military recruiting (officer, enlisted, and prior service), and leadership. Served as the Director of Logistics in Colorado Springs and have held senior-level management positions within numerous Marine Corps organizations. Jose's success is derived from his ability to leverage professional relations...

Carol Silva Moralez had a career with Walmart spanning more than 25 years, taking on multiple leadership roles in which she put her skillset in People Leadership, Talent Development, and Financial Acumen to work. She has received numerous awards such as the 2024 C Suite Award from Arkansas Money & Politics (AMP), 2023 Top 10 C-Suite Executive Award and the 2020 Top 10 Women Business Award from...

Rocio Perez was told "you will never make it" and she almost listened to those fake narratives growing up in poverty where she also ended up temporarily homeless. Rocio swore to herself "Never Again" and chose to break those chains by putting herself through school. She now shares her story on world stages to Inspire Boldness and is the Founder & CEO of Inventiva Consulting...

Andres Chavez, grandson of Cesar Chavez and executive director of the National Chavez Center (NCC), leads the arm of the Cesar Chavez Foundation that educates and promotes his grandfather’s legacy across the nation.  He also oversees two historic properties, including La Paz in Keene, Calif., where Chavez lived and labored his last quarter century, a portion of which is now the César E. Chávez Nat...

Ambassador Theodore Britton Jr. is a Marine Corps Veteran, Former Deputy Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology at the Department of Housing and Urban Development and one of the first African Americans to join the Marines known as the Montford Marines. Although the Marines now accepted African Americans, they were to be trained in a segregated facility located at Montford Point, North Car...

Richard Fierro is recognized as a decorated 15-year Army veteran ending his service in 2013 as a major, and he was twice awarded the bronze star for his work. After serving in the Army, Richard and his wife established Atrevida Beer Company, a female forward brewery producing unique flavors that challenge consumer’s perspective of craft beers. More recently, this man honorably and bravely defended...

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Arnold Rodriguez has extensive experience in organizational, business, and human capital development across various industries in the private, public, and non-profit sectors. He has held leadership positions at T-Mobile, USA Network, Ticketmaster, and other major companies, and has worked with numerous Texas cities, such as Austin and Plano, and the FBI. He has launched major contact centers inclu...

John is a visionary creative leader with over 10 years of experience, consistently delivering exceptional results in visual media production and team leadership. John is a graduate of Texas State University. John has a passion for innovation and cutting-edge technologies like AI that has led him to to develop award-winning marketing campaigns that not only captivate audiences but also drive signif...

Riccoh Player is an Award Winning Marine Corps Veteran, Former CEO of Parade Deck and Chief of Staff at Dr. Phil McGraw's Merit Street Media. Riccoh Player is a Cleveland, Ohio native and decorated U.S. Marine Colonel (Retired) with extensive operational experience including multiple combat tours spanning more than three decades, including Operations: Desert Shield, Desert Storm, Shining Hope, Ira...

Mr. Lenwood Long Sr. is a Vietnam Paratrooper, Pastor, Community Leader, Entrepreneur and CEO of African American Alliance of CDFI CEOs. The African American Alliance of CDFI CEOs is a coalition of CEOs of Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) loan funds, credit unions, and venture capital funds representing all 50 states and the District of Columbia. He is the Owner of ⁠⁠BV&L Ass...

Mayor Dr. James Harris is a Marine Corps and Air Force Veteran. He was the heavyweight boxing champion of the United States Marine Corps and has been inducted into the All-Marine Boxing Hall of Fame. Mayor James "Spike" Harris is also the first African American elected as Chief of Police in Jonesboro, La. Mayor Harris was elected as Mayor of Jonesboro, LA., on January 1, 2023. Subscribe to the TVC...

Yvette Benavidez Garcia is an Author, Educator and Entrepreneur. She is the Proud daughter of Medal of Honor Recipient, Green Beret and War Hero, MSGT Roy P. Benavidez. She is also the author of Tango Mike Mike. Yvette is dedicated to honoring her father's legacy, sharing his impactful story, and inspiring others through his resilience and service. Books Tango Mike Mike: The Story of Master Sergea...

Rick Sanchez is an award winning primetime anchor and journalist who comes from humble beginnings with his family origins in Cuba. Rick Sanchez has been in journalism & news for over 30 years.  Rick has spent decade working at both the global and national news level, and has reached tens of millions of viewers worldwide on CNN, Fox News, NBC, Univision, RT and I Heart radio. Rick is currently...

Julio Torres, a Marine Corps Veteran and Pastor from the Central Valley of California, deployed to Iraq in 2003. He found himself homeless, on drugs and lost loved ones including his daughter. By the Grace of God, Julio found God's Favor and became a Pastor in Texas. Despite serving his country and becoming a Pastor, Julio was detained in 2024 by ICE despite having his residency. Tik Tok: @julioto...

James Capers Jr. is a true American hero and Force Recon Marine legend who participated in over 50 classified missions, was wounded 19 times in battle and is one of the most decorated African American servicemen to ever serve that includes receiving a battlefield commission. Missions included a POW rescue ordered by President Johnson, amphibious assaults in the DMZ, recovery of a B-57 rumored to h...

A native of East Lansing, Michigan, Robert graduated from the University of Virginia and was commissioned in 1975. He served as an infantry officer at all levels, including command of Marine Security Force Company Panama during Operation Just Cause and Operation Promote Liberty; 3rd Light Armored Infantry Battalion during Operation Restore Hope; 6th Marine Regiment; and 3rd Marine Division. Robert...