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In this episode of The Corporate Life, Hina Siddiqui sits down with Ryan Hawley, CEO of Odin Industries, to explore the high-stakes world of international medical logistics and defense-based risk mitigation.
Ryan Hawley shares his transformation from an emergency room nurse and air ambulance specialist - visiting 143 countries - to a visionary entrepreneur building a legacy of service for veterans and global security firms. He offers a candid look at the sacrifices required for success, famously noting that "Big dreams don't come quietly. They demand risk".
Key Takeaways
Success requires treating your company like a child, demanding long hours and intense dedication to see it grow.
Leadership in crisis-driven industries necessitates emotional resilience and the ability to perform under pressure without becoming overwhelmed.
Entrepreneurs must embrace total accountability, as blaming others destroys relationships and hinders company growth.
Episode Highlights
From the ER to the C-Suite: How a background in nursing prepared Hawley for the adrenaline and tough choices of global business.
Scaling Odin Industries: Landing one of the world's largest security firms within a year of starting from a couch.
The Cost of Ambition: Honest reflections on missing early family moments to build generational wealth and a lasting legacy.
Shield of Odin: Expanding the portfolio to support veterans with medical evidence for disability claims.
Timestamps
02:37 — Childhood dreams of firefighting and the shift to nursing
04:16 — International air ambulance nursing and visiting 143 countries
06:31 — Starting Odin Industries and the importance of professional networks
13:14 — How running a business hardens a leader and demands steadfastness
20:37 — The story of the most challenging medical case in Africa
28:07 — Why the movie of his life is titled "Son of Odin"
Connect with Guest
Website: odinindustriesllc.com
Instagram: @odin_ceo or @odin_industries
Veteran Services: shieldofodin.com
Connect with Hina
WEBSITE I https://thehinasiddiqui.com/
LINKEDIN I / hinasiddiqui
INSTAGRAM I @hinawithwings
YOUTUBE I / @thehinasiddiqui
Email I [email protected]
Check out Hina's books: https://amzn.to/3B65Wz7
Production Credit: Edited and produced by @the32collective_ / https://www.the32collective.co/
Founders—thinking of selling or raising capital? Here's what you should know...
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In this episode of The Corporate Life, Hina Siddiqui sits down with Ryan Hawley, CEO of Odin Industries, to explore the high-stakes world of international medical logistics and defense-based risk mitigation.
Ryan Hawley shares his transformation from an emergency room nurse and air ambulance specialist - visiting 143 countries - to a visionary entrepreneur building a legacy of service for veterans and global security firms. He offers a candid look at the sacrifices required for success, famously noting that "Big dreams don't come quietly. They demand risk".
Key Takeaways
Success requires treating your company like a child, demanding long hours and intense dedication to see it grow.
Leadership in crisis-driven industries necessitates emotional resilience and the ability to perform under pressure without becoming overwhelmed.
Entrepreneurs must embrace total accountability, as blaming others destroys relationships and hinders company growth.
Episode Highlights
From the ER to the C-Suite: How a background in nursing prepared Hawley for the adrenaline and tough choices of global business.
Scaling Odin Industries: Landing one of the world's largest security firms within a year of starting from a couch.
The Cost of Ambition: Honest reflections on missing early family moments to build generational wealth and a lasting legacy.
Shield of Odin: Expanding the portfolio to support veterans with medical evidence for disability claims.
Timestamps
02:37 — Childhood dreams of firefighting and the shift to nursing
04:16 — International air ambulance nursing and visiting 143 countries
06:31 — Starting Odin Industries and the importance of professional networks
13:14 — How running a business hardens a leader and demands steadfastness
20:37 — The story of the most challenging medical case in Africa
28:07 — Why the movie of his life is titled "Son of Odin"
Connect with Guest
Website: odinindustriesllc.com
Instagram: @odin_ceo or @odin_industries
Veteran Services: shieldofodin.com
Connect with Hina
WEBSITE I https://thehinasiddiqui.com/
LINKEDIN I / hinasiddiqui
INSTAGRAM I @hinawithwings
YOUTUBE I / @thehinasiddiqui
Email I [email protected]
Check out Hina's books: https://amzn.to/3B65Wz7
Production Credit: Edited and produced by @the32collective_ / https://www.the32collective.co/
Founders—thinking of selling or raising capital? Here's what you should know...
Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify