Beyond the Uniform

Curtis Mohler is the Director of Strategic Operations & Integration at Crew Logistics, where he plays a key executive leadership role in driving strategy, growth, and operational excellence across the company’s public and private sector engagements. With 39 years of experience spanning the university, military, defense, and commercial sectors, Curtis brings unmatched expertise in federal […]

James L. Castleberry is a retired U.S. military officer and the founder of Castleberry Coaching & Consulting and CEO of LeaderEI, a firm specializing in leadership development through emotional intelligence (EQ) strategies. With more than 25 years of leadership experience across the military, government, and private sectors, James helps organizations achieve measurable business results through […]

Pardeep Singh is a U.S. military veteran and the co-founder of T3RA Logistics, a veteran-owned logistics firm dedicated to delivering precision-driven, technology-powered freight solutions. Founded in 2021, T3RA was built on the values of service, discipline, and adaptability—traits deeply rooted in Pardeep’s military background and translated into a thriving entrepreneurial journey. In his conversation with […]

Dr. Tangela Harris is a Gulf War U.S. Army Veteran, transformation coach, international speaker, and author committed to helping others live by design—not by default. As the visionary behind God & I, Do… My Vow, she inspires people to reconnect with their faith, purpose, and personal power through daily intentional living. Her movement encourages self-care […]

Robert Danna brings over 50 years of diverse leadership experience across science, engineering, military service, technology, and human capital strategy. A former U.S. Navy Lieutenant Commander, physicist, consulting engineer, and executive at Deloitte, Bob’s journey reflects a “career lattice” shaped by his unwavering curiosity and adaptability. Now retired, he serves as a Fellow at the […]

Ryan Van Ornum is the founder and CEO of Cynergists, a company that delivers global talent and AI-powered customer service solutions to small businesses, with a focus on the trades and professional sports sectors. With a diverse background in technology, education, real estate, and business, Ryan is known for his innovative mindset, leadership, and unwavering […]

Amy Palmer is the President & CEO of Soldiers’ Angels, a national nonprofit dedicated to supporting service members, veterans, and their families. When she took the helm in 2013, the organization was on the brink of closure. Within two years, Amy led a powerful turnaround, transforming it into one of the most respected and efficient […]

Charles J Read is a CPA, U.S. Tax Court Practitioner, Vietnam Veteran, and Founder of GetPayroll, providing payroll and payroll tax services since 1991. With over 50 years of financial leadership, he’s the author of four books, including The Payroll Book, currently a top-ranked small business guide on Amazon. Trisha and Charles discussed the importance […]

Amy Reid is the Director of the Galveston County Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and a seasoned entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in business ownership, human resources, marketing, and operations. Since 2010, she has successfully run her own business and has spent more than a decade coaching and advising fellow entrepreneurs. Passionate about […]

Raymond Giles, a seasoned travel advisor at REGal Luxury Travel based in Kingwood, TX, has turned a lifelong passion for exploration into a thriving career. Inspired by his father, a U.S. Navy veteran, Raymond followed in his footsteps, serving as a nuclear-trained machinist’s mate aboard the USS Miami. His time in the Navy fueled his […]