Veteran On The Move

Air Force Veteran and digital marketing guru Michael “Buzz” Buzinski came by the show and shared some great tips on how to increase revenue through your website. Buzz shared his transition story and how he continued to reevaluate his business strategy throughout his entrepreneurial journey. Buzz’s mission today is helping small businesses increase profits through digital marketing. His book, The Rule of 26, provides service based business owners easy to follow steps to double their website revenue. Buzz discusses why websites are still relevant even with social media and how to optimize traffic.  Are you a Veteran who is transitioning to Entrepreneurship? Then check out this FREE download for the Top 29 Entrepreneurship Programs for Veterans & their families! Download Here ! About Our Guest Michael Buzinski, CEO of Buzzworthy Integrated Marketing, is a lifelong vetrepreneur, digital marketing thought leader and author. Dubbed a "visionary marketer" by the American Marketing Association, Michaels sole mission

Marine Corps combat Veteran Jonathan Hancock came by the show to share his story that was documented for a feature film called Bastards’ Road. Bastards’ Road is an award winning documentary recounting Jon’s 6,000 mile walk around the country. Jon decided to take this journey in 2016, after he had attempted suicide and was struggling with PTSD and his new role as a college student. During his walk, Jon met with Gold Star Families, an act that was healing both for Jon and the families of the fallen. Jon’s journey helped him reclaim values that were important to him as a Marine, like loyalty and self accountability. Jon and Joe discuss the importance of listening to our Nation’s combat Veterans and respecting their experiences and the stories of those who didn’t return home.  Are you a Veteran who is transitioning to Entrepreneurship? Then check out this FREE download for the Top 29 Entrepreneurship Programs for Veterans & their families! Download Here ! About Our Guest Back in 2016 a Marine Combat Veteran, bat

Michael Arrowsmith, the Chief Development Officer of Pinch A Penny Pool Patio Spa, came on the show to discuss franchises and the opportunities they offer for veterans looking to start their own business. Becoming a franchisee can be a good fit for the veteran entrepreneur because they provide training and processes, to be combined with skills gained through military service. Michael gives tips on what to look for when researching franchises and how to find a brand that is a good match for you. He also goes into detail about the opportunities for veterans at Pinch A Penny and the team oriented company culture they have created.  Are you a Veteran who is transitioning to Entrepreneurship? Then check out this FREE download for the Top 29 Entrepreneurship Programs for Veterans & their families! Download Here ! About Our Guest Michael Arrowsmith is the Chief Development Officer of Pinch A Penny Pool Patio Spa, where he is currently spearheading the brands development efforts in key markets and driving new franch

Jim Donnelly, Army Veteran and CEO of Restore Hyper Wellness, came on the show to share his entrepreneurial journey. Building off his military experience, Jim worked for several major corporations, refining his knowledge and creating a solid foundation. After running his own successful internet travel company, Jim did not want to re-enter corporate America. After experiencing the benefits of cryotherapy, Jim saw an opportunity to bring the next level of wellness to all. He co-founded Restore Hyper Wellness; the leader in accessible, personalized wellness solutions. Jim further talks about what values an entrepreneur needs to overcome adversity and achieve success. Are you a Veteran who is transitioning to Entrepreneurship? Then check out this FREE download for the Top 29 Entrepreneurship Programs for Veterans & their families! Download Here ! About Our Guest Jim Donnelly, a former Army Officer turned entrepreneur, is the CEO and co-founder of Restore Hyper Wellness. He believes that everyone should have the

You finally made it! You’ve landed that dream job but now you might be asking, what’s next? You could settle for the status quo or continue to grow and live a life of purpose. I had the opportunity to talk with Wes Woodhouse about going beyond your dream and finding your purpose in life. This purpose transcends your day job and offers endless opportunities for growth and impact. Seeing the need for strong leadership in his own generation, Wes founded Vector Mastermind with the mission of growing leaders to live a life of purpose. We also discussed the value of a Mastermind Group, which provides honest feedback and accountability, like having your very own board of directors. Are you a Veteran who is transitioning to Entrepreneurship? Then check out this FREE download for the Top 29 Entrepreneurship Programs for Veterans & their families! Download Here ! About Our Guest Wes Woodhouse is a husband, father, marathon runner, and fighter pilot. He has been flying the F-15E Strike Eagle since 2016, and has nearly

Do you have the tools to overcome roadblocks that are preventing your business from growing and thriving? Join us as we talk with Joe Evangelisti, a former US Navy SeaBee, who now runs three successful businesses. Joe shares his transition story and how he was able to build a business that fit him and his goals. His blueprint to success are The Five Roads to Victory, an ode to his SeaBee roots, and a path to help you form the fearless mindset needed for building your successful business.  Are you a Veteran who is transitioning to Entrepreneurship? Then check out this FREE download for the top 29 Entrepreneurship Programs for Veterans & their families! Download Here ! About Our Guest Joe Evangelisti is a High-Performance Coach, with over 5,000 hours of coaching experience under his belt. He has worked with clients all over the US, including high-level real estate investors, entrepreneurs, and business professionals all coming to him for one reason: Life-Changing Transformation. In addition to coaching, Joe al

If you're a Veteran who is interested in obtaining service related disability with the VA then this episode is for you. Today we’re speaking with Air Force Veteran Brian Reese who is the founder and CEO of VA Claims Insider. Brian speaks about his Air Force career and what led him to entrepreneurship. He also speaks about VA Claims Insider and their mission to educate and empower veterans to get the VA disability benefits they’re earned for their honorable service.  Are you a Veteran who is transitioning to Entrepreneurship? Then check out this FREE download for the Top 29 Entrepreneurship Programs for Veterans & their families! Download Here ---> https://bit.ly/31xfz8S About Our Guest Brian Reese is a leading expert on and advocate for U.S. veterans benefits. A former active-duty Air Force officer, he deployed to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and received the Defense Meritorious Service Medal. He is a Distinguished Graduate of Management from the United States Air Force Academy and ea

Today we’re speaking with Canadian Army Veteran Christina Connelly, owner of Kompass Health Associates Inc. Christina speaks about her career in special forces and what led her to entrepreneurship. Christina speaks about the journey that led her to starting Kompass Health Associates. Kompass Health Associates helps empower military members with discovering their individual sense of purpose - their WHY - so that they can make profound and decisive decisions about their next steps next job next career find out how you can help. Are you a Veteran who is transitioning to Entrepreneurship? Then check out this FREE download for the Top 29 Entrepreneurship Programs for Veterans & their families! Download Here ---> https://bit.ly/31xfz8S About Our Guest Christina is passionate about the work that she does. After a very distinguished career in the military, she and her husband decided to go into business together. Recognizing that there are times when we leave the military that we struggle to find our passion which of

  Today we’re speaking with Army Veteran Harrison Johntson, Director of Operations for FitOps Foundation. Harrison speaks about his career in the Army and how his military career led him to entrepreneurship. Harrison has made it his mission through his work at FitOps Foundation to help veterans find new purpose-by providing them with the resources and community to build a meaningful career in fitness and find success in business and in life. Are you a Veteran who is transitioning to Entrepreneurship? Then check out this FREE download for the Top 29 Entrepreneurship Programs for Veterans & their families! Download Here ---> https://bit.ly/31xfz8S   About Our Guest Harrison Johnson is a recently separated, 10-year United States Army Infantryman. He is the Director of Operations for the FitOps Foundation, and a mental health advocate for veterans. Over the last 2 years at FitOps, and during his time in service, Harrison discovered a big reason for veterans struggle returning to civilian life is the lack of suppo

Today we’re speaking with Navy Veteran Hernán Luis y Prado, Founder of Workshops for Warriors. Hernán speaks about his Navy career as a Hospital Corpsman and Surface Warfare Officer and how his military career inspired him to start Workshops for Warriors. Workshops for Warriors mission is to provide quality training, accredited STEM educational programs, and opportunities to earn third party nationally recognized credentials to enable veterans, transitioning service members, and other students to be successfully trained and placed in their chosen advanced manufacturing career field.   Are you a Veteran who is transitioning to Entrepreneurship? Then check out this FREE download for the Top 29 Entrepreneurship Programs for Veterans & their families! Download Here ---> https://bit.ly/31xfz8S About Our Guest Hernán Luis y Prado served in the United States Navy for 15 years as a Hospital Corpsman and then as a Surface Warfare Officer. Hernán saw three combat tours of duty in Iraq and Afghanistan, and is a graduat

  Today we’re speaking with soon-to-be Navy Veteran Jarrod H Smith, author of The Commissioned Officers Guide. Jarrod is currently in the middle of his transition from the Navy and spoke about his Naval Career. He also speaks about how COVID helped him realize what he wanted his transition to the civilian world to be like. These realizations are why Jarrod is working to dent the universe by turning the traditional approach to the Military Family "Transition" on its head.    Are you a Veteran who is transitioning to Entrepreneurship? Then check out this FREE download for the Top 29 Entrepreneurship Programs for Veterans & their families! Download Here ---> https://bit.ly/31xfz8S About Our Guest Jarrod's grooming for this Mission began about nine years ago, during his MBA program in Monterey, CA. During his most recent academic experience in the ivory tower at National Defense University's Dwight D. Eisenhower School for National Security & Resource Strategy, he realized the questions we ask with carefully c

Today we’re speaking with Navy Veteran Linda Maloney, CEO of Women Veteran Speakers and the Project Director of Proudly She Served project. Linda talks about her exciting 20 year career in the Navy, which includes being one of the first women in U.S. history to join a combat military flying squadron. Linda talks about her transition to the civilian world, how she ended up in entrepreneurship and gives some amazing tips to getting into Public Speaking. Are you a Veteran who is transitioning to Entrepreneurship? Then check out this FREE download for the Top 29 Entrepreneurship Programs for Veterans & their families! Download Here ---> https://bit.ly/31xfz8S About Our Guest Linda served 20 years in the Navy and was one of the first women in U.S. history in 1993 to join a combat military flying squadron. She also was the first woman to eject from a Martin Baker ejection seat from her A-6 aircraft in 1991 over the Atlantic Ocean. She retired from the Navy in 2004 and started her second career as a defense contrac

Marine Corps Veteran, Bill Miltello, is the founder and CEO of Militello Capital and Localvest. He talks about his career in the Marine Corps, his transition to the civilian workforce and the struggles he faced during that transition which helped lead him to creating his own business. Bill speaks about how Localvest helps entrepreneurs raise capital for their businesses faster.  Are you a Veteran who is transitioning to Entrepreneurship? Then check out this FREE download for the Top 29 Entrepreneurship Programs for Veterans & their families! Download Here ---> https://bit.ly/31xfz8S About Our Guest Founder and CEO of Militello Capital and Localvest. He graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis in 1992 and later served as a Captain in the U.S. Marine Corps as a Signals Intelligence Officer. In 2001, Bill moved to Wall Street where he was an equity trader for Knight Capital Markets. Mr. Militello subsequently served as a consultant for the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Join the conversation

Today we’re speaking with Navy Veteran and serial entrepreneur, Vince Scott. Vince had an exciting career as a Navy Cryptologist. He speaks about his military career and how he transitioned to entrepreneurship. Vince has started two companies and has more on the way. He currently serves as the CEO of Defense Cybersecurity Group, a cyber consulting company focused on the new DoD Cyber requirements for the Defense Industrial Base where he brings the cyber offensive mindset of his Navy career to cyber defense for US companies. Are you a Veteran who is transitioning to Entrepreneurship? Then check out this FREE download for the Top 29 Entrepreneurship Programs for Veterans & their families! Download Here ---> https://bit.ly/31xfz8S About Our Guest Vince is a retired Navy Cryptologist and serial entrepreneur who has started two companies, two not for profits, and has more on the way. He currently serves as the CEO of Defense Cybersecurity Group, a cyber consulting company focused on the new DoD Cyber requirements

Today we’re speaking with Air Force Veteran, Matt Butler. Matt is the inventor of the outdoor game Rollers and is in the process of running a Kickstarter campaign for a new product called Tally Tumbler. Matt speaks about his 20 year career in the Air Force and how he transitioned into entrepreneurship after he retired from the military.  Are you a Veteran who is transitioning to Entrepreneurship? Then check out this FREE download for the Top 29 Entrepreneurship Programs for Veterans & their families! Download Here ---> https://bit.ly/31xfz8S About Our Guest Matt Butler is the inventor of the outdoor game Rollors Which is a mash up of bocce ball, horseshoes and bowling. Matt also Is in a process of running a crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter which recently got fully funded for a product called the Tally Tumbler Join the conversation on our Facebook! Check out Veteran on the Move on Facebook to connect with our guests and other listeners. A place where you can network with other like-minded veterans who are

Today we’re speaking with Marine Corps Veteran Janet Blackall and Navy Veteran Jeff Heiser, both of Blackall Racing. Blackall Racing is a professional motorcycle road-racing team that focuses on helping Veterans and promoting patriotism. Janet and Jeff speak about their respective military careers and how they both ended up in the world of professional motorcycle road-racing.  Are you a Veteran who is transitioning to Entrepreneurship? Then check out this FREE download for the Top 29 Entrepreneurship Programs for Veterans & their families! Download Here ---> https://bit.ly/31xfz8S About Our Guest Janet Blackall(USMC Combat Veteran) is the owner of Blackall Racing LLC, a professional motorcycle road-racing team that focuses on helping veterans and promoting patriotism. Tony Blackall (Navy Veteran) is the rider and Jeff Heiser (Navy Veteran) is the media director. Blackall Racing competes in the MotoAmerica circuit which competes nationally from coast to coast. Join the conversation on our Facebook! Check out

Today we’re speaking with Air Force Veteran Dana Forester, President and COO of JDog Carpet Cleaning. Dana speaks about her time in the Air Force and her transition to the civilian world. She talks about how JDog recognized the struggle many Veterans faced when acclimating back to civilian life and how they decided to do something to help the other Military families as this new stage of life begins. That’s when they committed themselves to create entrepreneurship opportunities exclusive for Veterans and their families. Are you a Veteran who is transitioning to Entrepreneurship? Then check out this FREE download for the Top 29 Entrepreneurship Programs for Veterans & their families! Download Here ---> https://bit.ly/31xfz8S About Our Guest Prior to becoming the President of JDog Carpet Cleaning in 2019, Forester served as the Director of Operations and Ramp Up Coach of JDog Junk Removal & Hauling, the first service offering under the JDog Brands portfolio. Before joining JDog in 2016, she worked as an Emergen

Today we’re speaking with Navy Veteran David Pereira, who now owns a high-end personal training facility in New Jersey called FENIX Englewood. David is also the creator of the Beyond Fitness program. David speaks about his career as a Navy Corpsman and his experiences using emergency medicine in a combat zone. He speaks about how he started personal training while attending college and how this turned into a passion for fitness that led him to starting his own business.  Are you a Veteran who is transitioning to Entrepreneurship? Then check out this FREE download for the Top 29 Entrepreneurship Programs for Veterans & their families! Download Here ---> https://bit.ly/31xfz8S About Our Guest David is a NAVY Combat Veteran, personal trainer, and business & mindset coach. He uses the principals and experience that he learned in the military to help coach people through adversity, deal with stress, and master execution. He owns a high-end personal training facility in New Jersey (FENIX Englewood) and is the crea

Today we’re speaking with Rosalinda (Rosy) Vasquez Maury who is the Director of Applied Research and Analytics at the Institute for Veterans and Military Families at Syracuse University (IVMF) and Postdoctoral Researcher, Mirza Tihic. Rosy and Mirza go into detail about what amazing things Syracuse University is doing for both Veterans and Military families. The IVMF is the first interdisciplinary national institute in higher education focused on the social, economic, education and policy issues impacting veterans and their families post-service. Within 6 months of program completion,  66% of Veterans start a business. As of today, 91% of those are still in business. These programs are part of why Syracuse University was named the #1 Private University for Veterans by Military Times. If you’ve been interested in obtaining more education on obtaining your own entrepreneurship goals, then you need to check this episode out! Are you a Veteran who is transitioning to Entrepreneurship? Then check out this FREE do

Today we’re speaking with Army Veteran, Daniel Frey, co-owner of FieldMed. Dan speaks about how he started his military career in the Reserves and loved what he was doing so much that he transferred over to Active Duty. He talks about his time in the Army, his experiences while entering the civilian world and how he became interested in entrepreneurship. Dan is the co-founder and vice president of business development for FieldMed, the first-ever dedicated community health software platform designed for community health programs nationwide. Through this software, community health professionals can go beyond regular patient data to track in-depth information and trends to deliver better, more cost-effective patient care. [spp-featured-image][spp-featured-image] Are you a Veteran who is transitioning to Entrepreneurship? Then check out this FREE download for the Top 29 Entrepreneurship Programs for Veterans & their families! Download Here ---> https://bit.ly/31xfz8S About Our Guest Daniel Frey is the co-found