In this final 2022 episode, we speak with Zack Viscomi (President of Celebrity Branding Agency) about his time in the Marine Corps and his transition into the branding world. Zack shares his experience in the Marine Corps and how he transitioned into the world of branding. He speaks about his specific activities to make sure he is the best leader he can be and also shares some AHA moments from his time in service. He explains his best advice to young leaders and his strategy methods in dealing with change and challenges.  

To get a hold of Zack:  

LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zackv 

Website:   

https://zackviscomi.com (personal)  

https://celebritybrandingagency.com (Company)  

This episode is sponsored by the Veterans Entrepreneurship Initiative (VEI)         

Website: https://vei.center       

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empowerveterans

In this podcast episode, we speak with Dave McAleer (Co-Founder of Jobhaus) about his time in the Army and his entrepreneurial journey. Dave tells us about Jobhaus and his mission to help Veterans transition into the workforce. He explains the challenges of transition and hiring Veterans into their new careers and shares what the future holds for his hiring company and his focus for 2023. Dave speaks about the things that aid his own professional development, some advice for new emergent leaders, his memorable AHA moment, and how he faces challenges and change in his life and team.   

To get a hold of Dave:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidtmcaleer                   

                 https://www.linkedin.com/company/jobhaus-llc  

Website: https://www.jobhausllc.com/  

This episode is sponsored by the Veterans Entrepreneurship Initiative (VEI)         

Website: https://vei.center       

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empowerveterans

In this podcast episode, we speak with Dr. J. Bruce Stewart (CEO, Small World Solutions Group) about his time in service and how he became an entrepreneur. Bruce shares his time in uniform as a commander and what it was like to lead at that level. He tells us his story of an aha moment that is sure to be in your head, as a leader, for a while. Bruce speaks about his most memorable leadership advice and tips and breaks down what you should consider when facing challenges and times of change.   

To get a hold of Bruce:  

Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/dr-j-bruce-stewart-ab789565  

Website:  https://thesmallworldgroup.com (Company)   

https://jbrucestewart.com (Personal)

This episode is sponsored by the Veterans Entrepreneurship Initiative (VEI)         

Website: https://vei.center       

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empowerveterans

In this podcast, we speak with Jeffrey Harvey (CEO, Community Legal Services of Mid-Florida/CLS) about his time in the Army and his transition to the legal arena. Jeffrey shares his backstory about his time in service and his transition back home. He speaks about his journey through law school and his becoming CEO of CLS. Jeff shares his leadership aha moments and some wisdom he attained in leadership. We cover some of his tips for new leaders and how he strategizes around times of change and challenges.  

To get a hold of Jeffrey:  

Website: https:www.clsmf.org  

Email: [email protected]  

Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrey-d-harvey-esq 

This episode is sponsored by the Veterans Entrepreneurship Initiative (VEI)       

Website: https://vei.center     

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empowerveterans

In this podcast episode, we speak with Shirley Baez (Army Veteran) about her time in service and her transition to the civilian workforce. Shirley shares her background and time in the Army SOF. She speaks about her leadership roles and how she overcame some challenges. Shirley gives us a look into what Spathe Systems is doing and some of its success. She gives us some leadership wisdom and advice for new leaders. Shirley finishes her conversation with strategies for dealing with change and challenges.  

To get a hold of Shirley:  

LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shirley-baez  

IG & FB: @iamshirleybaez  

Company website: https://spathesystems.com 

This episode is sponsored by the Veterans Entrepreneurship Initiative (VEI)     

Website: https://vei.center   

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empowerveterans

In this podcast episode, we speak with Michael Waldrop (CEO, Blue Cord, LLC.) as we celebrate Veterans Day and discuss leadership. Michael shares his family background with the military and his time in service. He gives us his leadership pearls of wisdom and advice he received while in the Army. He speaks about his thoughts about the future of our armed forces and his hope for our nation. He finishes sharing his guidance for those considering or entering the military.  

To get a hold of Michael or Blue Cord:  

LinkedIn: 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelwaldrop 

https://www.linkedin.com/company/blue-cord-devgroup-llc 

Website: https://blue-cord.com 

This episode is sponsored by the Veterans Entrepreneurship Initiative (VEI)   

Website: https://vei.center 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empowerveterans

In this podcast episode, we speak with Rep. David Smith (Florida House of Representatives and retired Marine Corps Officer) about the Marine Corps' illustrious 247 years of service to our nation.  He shares his background, service history, and his role in the Florida House of Representatives. David tells us about the pivotal leadership moments he learned the most from, and the people who were instrumental and impactful while he served in the military. David speaks his thoughts on the future of the Marine Corps and gives his pearls of wisdom and advice to those considering entering the military service.  

To get a hold of Rep. Smith:  

Email: [email protected]  

This episode is sponsored by the Veterans Entrepreneurship Initiative VEI)  

Website: http://www.vei.center 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empowerveterans

In this podcast episode, we speak with Jerry Ross (CEO, National Entrepreneur Center) about his journey as an entrepreneur, his efforts in the community, and how he rose to become the head of the NEC. We discuss the NEC and what it does for entrepreneurs, and where it is headed. Jerry speaks about the pandemic period and its effects on the NEC, and the lessons learned. He shares his approach to sharpening his leadership saw and some advice on how you can as well. Jerry speaks about his way of facing challenges and change in the business landscape and leaves great pearls of wisdom for new leaders.  

To get a hold of Jerry or the NEC:  

Website: https:nationalec.org https://bizlinkorange.com  

LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerryrossonline  

This episode is sponsored by the Veterans Entrepreneurship Initiative (VEI)  

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empowerveterans  

Website: http://www.vei.center

In this podcast episode, we speak with Fire Chief Mike Johansmeyer (City of Lake Mary Fire Department) about the City of Lake Mary Fire Department. He talks about how he rose to Fire Chief from a paramedic in his hometown. He also shares some of the things that influenced or made an impact on the fire department during the pandemic. Mike speaks about the future of the fire department and all that he does as a professional to stay sharp as a leader. He shares the advice he received as a young leader that helped him and some leadership "aha ' moments. He finishes by telling us about the strategies he uses when times of change and challenges come his way.  

To get in touch with Chief Johansmeyer:  

Email: [email protected] 

Website: https://www.lakemaryfl.com/fire-department 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-johansmeyer

In this podcast episode, we speak with Stu Smith (CEO, Florida Association of Veteran-Owned Businesses, inc. (FAVOB). Stu discusses his time in service and how he got involved in entrepreneurship. He shares what FAVOB is and what they are doing now and in the future. He also tells us what he does to keep himself sharp as a leader, what strategies and tactics he uses to handle times of change and challenges, and his advice to those looking to get into leadership roles.  

To get a hold of Stu:  

Website: https://favob.net  

Email: [email protected]  

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ceofavob/