Veteran On the Move

This week on Veteran On the Move, we welcome Tony Crescenzo, a Marine Corps veteran whose incredible journey spans from counter-intelligence and working undercover for NIS (NCIS) to the technology C-suite. Tony shares his remarkable pivot from military life, including a wrongful court-martial that was later overturned, into becoming a sought-after "CEO for hire" for tech startups. He emphasizes th...

In this episode of Veteran On the Move, host Joe Crane sits down with Army veteran and financial advisor, Jeff Panik, the founder of Balance Wealth Partners. Jeff, who leveraged his military service to pay off college loans and build a 25-year career in finance, shares a unique perspective on the veteran transition and retirement planning. He discusses the crucial need for veterans to secure conne...

This episode of Veteran On the Move features Air Force retiree Nikki Allmann and her husband, Bobby Allmann, a 20-year law enforcement veteran, as they discuss their post-service pivot to wellness entrepreneurship. Nikki shares how a personal struggle with mental health during her transition led her to shift her career focus from military paralegal to health and wellness. Both Nikki and Bobby deta...

Host Joe Crane sits down with Army Veteran and business coach Cal Riley to explore a critical component of post-military success: compassion as a leadership system. Cal shares his journey from a high-stakes military career to unexpectedly running a family construction business, highlighting how the discipline of the Army mindset fuels entrepreneurial drive. He reveals the profound, personal traged...

On this episode of Veteran On the Move, Melissa Broughton, the founder of Busy Bee Advisors, shares her journey from corporate America to entrepreneurship. Melissa created The 1-Hour Bookkeeper, an online course designed to help veterans, military spouses, and stay-at-home parents launch their own bookkeeping businesses. She discusses her goal to impact 1,000 military families and the process of b...

In this episode of Veteran on the Move, we feature Dr. John J. Kaplan, a retired Air Force Officer and the Director of the VA Technology Transfer Program (TTP). Dr. Kaplan shares his journey from a successful military career to his civilian role, discussing his dedication to continued learning and his transition into law. We explore how his desire to give back to veterans led him to the VA. Dr. Ka...

In this episode, host Joe Crane is joined by franchise coach and author Giuseppe Grammatico. Giuseppe shares his personal journey to achieving time freedom through business ownership, which he found by leveraging the proven systems of franchising. He discusses why franchising is not a passive investment, the specific qualities that make veterans successful franchisees, and the importance of findin...

In this episode, host Joe Crane talks with Don Yurick, franchisee and the Northeast Area Representative for Hammer & Nails, a luxury men's grooming salon. Yurick discusses his journey from Silicon Valley to becoming a franchise owner, driven by the desire to be his own boss. He explains what makes Hammer & Nails different from traditional barbershops and highlights the support they offer new franc...

This episode features Marine Corps veteran Edgar Zavala, who shares his journey from a diesel mechanic to a successful entrepreneur. Zavala discusses the challenges of military transition, the feeling of unfulfillment despite a high-paying job as a wind turbine technician, and his decision to take a risk by going all in on a new business. As a Global Financial Impact business partner, he now helps...

This episode of Veteran On the Move features Chris Moore, Director of Veteran Services at the New York Film Academy (NYFA) and a retired Command Sergeant Major. Chris shares his personal journey and the challenges veterans face when transitioning to higher education. He explains his role in helping veterans adapt and succeed as students, discussing common struggles and misconceptions, and highligh...

This episode, we sit down with U.S. Army veteran and entrepreneur Chas Sampson. He's the founder of Seven Principles, a company that has helped veterans secure over $300 million in VA disability benefits. Chas shares his insights on navigating the VA claim process, including common mistakes veterans make, the four key elements of a successful claim, and the impact of the PACT Act. We also get an e...

Welcome back to the show, Aaron Quinonez, aka Sgt. Q. He's here to share his Marine Corps journey, including his personal struggle with mental health after transitioning to civilian life. Sgt. Q emphasizes why leaders must invest in their teams' mental well-being and the inspiration behind his QActual app. Episode Resources: QMissions QActual     About Our Guest Aaron Sgt Q Quinonez is a decorated...

Tune in to the 600th installment of Veteran On the Move as Joe Crane sits down with Coast Guard Veteran Donny Hackett. Our guest is the visionary co-creator behind VeriDeal, a groundbreaking platform launching August 18th that promises to transform the world of tech sales. Don't miss this insightful conversation about innovation and entrepreneurship! Episode Resources: VeriDeal.io | sales achievem...

In this episode of Veteran On the Move, Joe chats with Marine Veteran Wayne Courreges. Wayne shares his journey from Marine Corps Corporal to successful real estate investor, now managing over $60 million in assets. Discover how Wayne got started in real estate during his service and eventually transitioned to full-time investing. Don't miss his advice on achieving entrepreneurial success and buil...

In this episode of "Veteran On the Move," host Joe Crane speaks with Marchem Pfeiffer, a veteran who enlisted at 17 and served in Air Force finance. Marchem discussed his transition out of the military, driven by a desire an improved for work-life balance. He candidly shared the struggles of transitioning to college life, specifically the loss of the military community. This personal experience pr...

In this episode of Veteran On the Move, Joe sits down with Christopher Seminatore, a Navy veteran and founder of GetGeofencing.com. Chris shares his compelling transition from military service to a highly successful entrepreneurial career. Tune in as Chris reveals his journey through various jobs to starting and selling his first business, then building GetGeofencing.com into a thriving firm. Disc...

This episode of Veteran On The Move features the remarkable journey of Army Veteran Nick Berg, author and entrepreneur. Born in Tehran, Nick's childhood was defined by the Iranian Revolution and the Iran-Iraq War. After escaping a life-threatening situation in Iran, he moved to the U.S. and served 11 years in the Army.  Nick discusses his unique transition from military service to becoming an auth...

In this episode of Veteran On The Move, Joe is joined by Air Force retiree Dan Roby. After serving for 27 years, he joined the American Public University System. Dan is now the Vice President of American Military University (AMU) Brand Management and Business Development. Episode Resources:  APUS About Our Guest Dan Roby completed a 27-year career in the United States Air Force, retiring in 2005 a...

In this episode of Veteran On The Move, Joe is joined by David Lonergan, a Marine Corps veteran and the founder of Triple Threat Transformation. David shares his personal journey from feeling adrift after his service, struggling with mental health, to discovering a path of profound change. He candidly discusses the importance of seeking help and how a return to fundamentals – physical fitness, tim...

On this episode of Veteran On the Move, Marine Corps Veteran Dave Burlin shares his journey from infantry to a leader in the veteran entrepreneurial community. Dave discusses how his soft skills learned in the military proved invaluable in scaling a wedding entertainment business and his lessons learned from the experience. He emphasizes the importance of continuous learning and passion in entrepr...

On this episode of Veteran On the Move, Joe Crane talks with Gregg Zoroya, a former USA Today journalist who chronicled the impact of combat on military families. Gregg shares insights from embedding with Marines in Somalia and how his experiences in the field has led to his upcoming book, Unremitting: The Marine “Bastard” Battalion and the Savage Battle that Marked the True Start of America’s War...

In this episode of Veteran On the Move, host Joe Crane interviews Frank Manteau, a Marine Corps veteran and co-founder/CEO of MilTreats Inc. Frank shares his challenging transition from the Marine Corps  to entrepreneurship, leading to the creation of Crayons Ready-to-Eat—"the world’s first colorable chocolate crayon." He discusses rebranding to MilTreats and how they infuse military history into...

In this episode of Veteran On the Move, host Joe Crane welcomes U.S. Air Force veteran Kijuan Amey. Kijuan, who served as a Boom Operator, recounts his time in active duty and the Reserves, as well as the life-altering motorcycle accident that led to his loss of sight. He also discusses his recovery and impactful work with the Air Force Wounded Warrior program. He continues to share his message as...

In this episode of Veteran On the Move, Joe welcomes John R. Miles, a Navy veteran and graduate of the Naval Academy where he was commissioned as a cryptologist. Miles recounts his transition from military service, detailing his initial plans to join the FBI and the significant 40-month delay he encountered. He highlights the strategic utilization of his Naval Academy network during this period, w...

Veteran On the Move welcomes Jim Carlough, a leadership expert with 30+ years of experience in building teams and guiding organizational change, particularly within healthcare. Jim discusses his book, "The Six Pillars of Effective Leadership," emphasizing the importance of integrity and the need for leaders to show empathy and continuously grow. He also touches on his early leadership experiences...