Green Beret-turned-entrepreneur Fran Racioppi dives into the strategies he has used to launch his company FRsix, from taking advantage of available veteran benefits to finding creative ways to access capital to fund the business. Through FRsix, Racioppi provides security operations and training services to businesses in both the public and private sectors, including a number of partnerships with state and local governments.

Yahoo Finance's Warrior Money, hosted by former Congressman Patrick Murphy and veteran investor Dan Kunze, is dedicated to uplifting the financial well-being of military veterans transitioning into civilian life. Each week, an array of guests—from everyday vets to high-ranking government officials—offer insight on successfully making the leap from service to business.

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00:38 - Fran Racioppi’s Bottom Line: Why executive security is critical

03:26 - Why Racioppi launched a private security company

06:50 - Finding practical paths to entrepreneurship

07:25 - Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business certification

08:26 - How might business opportunities for veterans change under Trump?

10:15 - Leveraging VA benefits to cover tuition (G.I. Bill, VR&E, Yellow Ribbon Program)

13:05 - Racioppi’s advice for vets transitioning into private sector

15:50 - Finding the capital to start your own business

18:54 - Why Racioppi launched The Jedburgh Podcast

21:33 - Working with The Green Beret Foundation