Veteran On the Move

On this episode of Veteran On the Move, Joe is joined by retired Marine Corps Pilot Garret Biss. After experiencing the difficulty of his own transition, Garret is now dedicated to helping his fellow Veterans. Episode Resources: Garret Biss     About Our Guest    Garret Biss is a retired Marine Corps Pilot. Post-retirement in 2015, Garret confronted challenges common among veterans: anxiety, depre...

This episode features Army Veteran Jeff Frazier, the inspiring founder of StimPak, a NGO dedicated to lifting the country of Haiti out of poverty. Before devoting himself to humanitarian work, Jeff built and sold a successful research tech company, Thread. He shares his journey from entrepreneur to advocate, discussing the challenges he faced in Haiti, including being kidnapped and held for 43 day...

This episode features Jen Way, a military spouse who leveraged her sales and real estate experience to launch Sales the Jen Way, her own sales coaching business. Jen tailors training programs to help clients unlock their full sales potential. Tune in as Jen discusses her entrepreneurial journey and the key role of building genuine connections for sales success. Episode Resources: Sales the Jen Way...

On this episode, Joe welcomes Bryan Stern, Army Veteran and Naval intelligence officer with over 25 years of experience. Bryan served in Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom after being a first responder at Ground Zero on 9/11. Following his military service, he founded Grey Bull Rescue, a non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing Americans in dangerous locations outside the reach of...

This episode features Dr. Andrea Austin, a veteran, emergency physician, educator, author, and coach. Dr. Austin discusses her Navy experience, including a deployment to Iraq and serving at the Navy Trauma Training Center. She sheds light on how the military collaborates with civilian facilities for deployment preparation and the role of simulation training in medical education. The podcast also d...

This episode features Liz Leonard, franchise advisor and author of Your Franchise Fast Pass. Liz shares her journey into entrepreneurship, starting with addressing a need in her community for quality childcare through a business she built and later sold. She then ventured into the self-storage business, which she also eventually exited. Liz's entrepreneurial experience led her to explore franchisi...

This episode of Veteran On the Move features Patrick Nelson, Army Veteran and founder of Loyalty Point Leadership. Patrick's story is one of resilience and purpose. He enlisted in the National Guard while still in high school and transitioned to regular Army after 9/11. Deployments to Afghanistan and Iraq, where he was wounded in combat, significantly impacted his life. Planning ahead, Patrick beg...

This episode of Veteran On the Move features Joe interviewing Marine Veteran, entrepreneur, and corporate executive Christian Anschuetz. A classmate of Joe’s from TBS (The Basic School), Christian served eight years on active duty before transitioning to the civilian sector. He shares three reasons why he believes veterans struggle with transition and adapting to the corporate world. Christian det...

This episode features Joe Crane interviewing Coast Guard Academy graduate and entrepreneur Jared Dillian. Dillian planned his transition by starting his MBA while on active duty and landed a trading job at Lehman Brothers. There, he began writing a newsletter that sparked his writing career. They discuss his journey as a writer, including his popular newsletter "The Daily Dirtnap" and his four pub...

This episode of Veteran On the Move features Joe Crane interviewing Air Force veteran and International Franchise Association (IFA) 2023 Franchisee of the Year, Nick Lambie. Nick, a weapons director with 9 years of active duty and ongoing service in the Air National Guard, was drawn to entrepreneurship for the freedom and challenge of being his own boss. Believing his leadership and mission-orient...

In this episode of Veteran On the Move, Joe Crane interviews British Army veteran Nick Haley, founder of Little Big Tech. Nick served for 12 years, first in the Irish Guards and later gained technical skills in the Signal Corps. After transitioning, Nick aimed for a better life in the tech field. He faced initial challenges but persevered with further education and training. Combining experience f...

This episode of Veteran On the Move features Joe Crane interviewing Navy veteran Ray Garfield, Chairman and Co-Founder of Garfield Public/Private LLC. Ray graduated from the Naval Academy and served as a Naval Aviator before an injury forced him to transition out of the military. He leveraged his skills by landing a recruiting role at Electronic Data Systems under Ross Perot. Ray's ambition led hi...

This episode features Jeremy Stalnecker, a Marine Corps Veteran and CEO of The Mighty Oaks Foundation. Host Joe Crane dives into Jeremy's journey, from serving as an Infantry Officer in Operation Iraqi Freedom to his transition into ministry. Jeremy openly discusses the challenges he faced and the importance of support systems for veterans in transition. The conversation then shifts to The Mighty...

Shannon Walker, CEO & Founder of Northwest Battle Buddies, shares her inspiring journey of providing service dogs to Veterans with PTSD. Walker, with 30 years of dog training experience, sheds light on the challenges and rewards of running a non-profit compared to her previous businesses. Funding remains a constant hurdle, but she discusses various fundraising strategies and the importance of buil...

This episode of Veteran On the Move spotlights Army Veteran and entrepreneur Pat DAmico, founder and CEO of About-Face Development. Pat's journey began with enlisting in the Army after high school, later receiving a commission through the early commissioning program. He served as a military police officer, deploying to Panama, the Gulf War, and Cuba. Following his military service, Pat transitione...

This episode features Marine Corps Veteran Eric Lazar, owner of SpeedPro Chicago Loop. Eric transitioned from military service by finishing his college education. After a difficult initial foray into the private sector, Eric identified the skills he lacked and bounced back. He thrived in the marketing and television broadcast industry, eventually becoming a national sales manager in Chicago. Eric...

This episode of Veteran on the Move features Jared Allen, a former NFL player and founder of Jared Allen's Homes for Wounded Warriors. Jared overcame challenges throughout his 12-year NFL career, and shares his journey of goal-setting, perseverance, and adaptation. Inspired by a USO tour, Jared saw a need for accessible housing for wounded veterans. He founded his non-profit to provide mortgage-fr...

This episode features Marine Veteran Daniel Feliciano, CEO of Clotheslyne. After flying CH-53 helicopters in the Marine Corps, he worked in the civilian sector at Shell in aviation logistics. After years of working overseas, Daniel returned to the U.S. and explored entrepreneurship. He delves into his journey, from real estate and painting to tackling a common pain point: laundry. Daniel created C...

In this episode of Veteran On the Move, Joe Crane interviews Air Force veteran Clint Jordan. After retiring early from a 21-year career as a firefighter, Clint craved a new challenge. He found it by owning a gym and then transitioning into real estate. Recognizing the need for service members and veterans to connect with realtors who understand VA loans and military life, Clint founded Mil-Estate...

This episode features Joe Crane interviewing Justin Piché, Navy Veteran and entrepreneur. Justin served as a submarine officer and leveraged the DoD SkillBridge program to transition to corporate America before taking the leap into entrepreneurship. Listen in as they discuss: Justin's reasons for choosing real estate and land investment How he built his business from the ground up, finding his tea...

This episode features Joe interviewing Dave Lakin, the National Program Manager of the Veteran Career & Transition Team at Still Serving Veterans. Dave, a retired Navy veteran with 24 years of service, leveraged his network to transition into program management after his military career. Seeking a new challenge, Dave embarked on a coaching franchise venture before ultimately finding his current ro...

This episode features Navy veteran and entrepreneur Anne Gibbon, a graduate of the United States Naval Academy and the first woman to competitively box at the school. Anne discusses her decision to transition from the military, seeking the freedom to innovate and the challenge of running her own business. She shares the story behind Matri and how this helps leaders process and understand data to a...

This week's episode features a conversation between Joe and fellow Marine, Eric Dominijanni, the owner of Fior Scotch. After a distinguished 20-year career, Eric transitioned to civilian life and pursued his passion for cooking by attending culinary school. He shares his inspiring journey from scotch collector to creator of his own brand, Fior. Eric's story highlights the importance of leveraging...

This week on Veteran On the Move, Joe Crane welcomes Geoff Cooper, President and CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association (RFA), the leading voice for America's ethanol industry. Geoff served four years in the Quartermaster Corps, specializing in petroleum supply and logistics. Join Joe and Geoff as they delve into the fascinating world of ethanol, exploring its history and impact on the American co...

This week, Joe Crane welcomes Stephanie Dasher, Navy Veteran and Executive Director of the Warrior Surf Foundation (WSF). WSF empowers Veterans struggling with PTSD, depression, and other mental health challenges by offering free surf therapy, yoga, wellness classes, and a supportive community. Stephanie shares her personal journey: transitioning out of the military alongside her husband, facing h...