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A native of East Lansing, Michigan, Robert graduated from the University of Virginia and was commissioned in 1975. He served as an infantry officer at all levels, including command of Marine Security Force Company Panama during Operation Just Cause and Operation Promote Liberty; 3rd Light Armored Infantry Battalion during Operation Restore Hope; 6th Marine Regiment; and 3rd Marine Division.Robert also served as deputy commanding general, I Marine Expeditionary Force (Forward) during Operation Iraqi Freedom from 2005-2007; assistant division commander for 1st and 2nd Marine Divisions; and president of Marine Corps University.

His Joint assignments include service in the Policy Division of Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe (SHAPE) in Casteau, Belgium, and as director of operations (J-3) of the Joint Staff in Washington, D.C.Robert is a graduate of the Armor Officer Advanced Course, Marine Corps Command and Staff College, NATO Defense College, and the Armed Forces Staff College. He holds a master’s degree in human resource management from Pepperdine University.

Robert is a proven transformational leader and change agent, with over 44 years leading and managing military organizations worldwide. Effective thought leader and communications specialist on managing change in complex and rapidly evolving environments.

A wealth of experience in the day-to-day operations of complex multi-billion dollar operating units, to include developing and executing strategies, assessing risk, continual resource management and investments. A tested leader, who has operated at the highest levels of national leadership, with extensive problem framing and solving skills deployed successfully under stressful conditions and within heightened risk environments. Effective agent for positive organizational and cultural change priorities.

He also sits on a number of boards, provides corporate consulting services and does speaking engagements to motivate, inspire and transform organizations.

Corporate Consulting and Motivational Speaker: https://lnkd.in/guRSteh8

Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation: https://www.mcsf.org/

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Mr. Ayala retired as a Major General in the United States Marine Corps after 36 years of service. He has a proven record of success leading large, complex organizations. He is currently the Director, Office of Military and Veteran Affairs for the City of San Antonio. In this capacity, he serves as the City’s liaison to the military supporting the Mayor, City Council and city departments.

In addition, he works closely with military and civilian partners to ensure military missions and installations continue to thrive and grow in the region. Prior to his retirement, Major General Ayala commanded all 24 Marine Corps installations worldwide and was selected to lead the Department of Defense’s 2015 Warrior Games assisting the nation’s wounded, ill and injured warriors in their recuperative efforts.

He is the former Inspector General of the Marine Corps, and his service includes 4 combat tours in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, to include a year as the Senior Advisor of a Military Transition Team, embedded with the 1st Iraqi Army Division.A native of El Paso, Texas, Major General Ayala’s military awards include the Distinguished Service Medal, Defense Superior Service Medal, Legion of Merit with “V” Combat Distinguishing Device, the Bronze Star Medal, Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal (4 stars), and the Combat Action Ribbon. He is the recipient of the 2007 Excellence in Military Service Award from the League of United Latin American Citizens(LULAC).

Mr. Ayala currently serves on the Governor of Texas’ Advisory Council on Cultural Affairs and is a board member of Visit San Antonio and the National Veterans Outreach (GI Forum). He is also the President of the Texas Mayors of Military Communities representing the 16 communities that host military installations in the state of Texas.An avid cyclist, runner and reader, Mr. Ayala is married to the former Diane K. Reyes of El Paso, Texas. They have 3 daughters, a son, and 3 grandchildren.

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In this episode on the TVC Podcast, we are excited to have on as our next guest, USMC Veteran, Entrepreneur and Program Manager at VetsinTech, Dave Burlin

As a Marine Corps Veteran entrepreneur, Dave never would have known how the skills he learned in the military would apply in the world of business. His first experience was learning sales in the wedding industry working for DJ Connection. After studying companies like Disney & Zappos, and the team at Simon Sinek, he learned the power of a team having a clear vision and a company culture that is contagious. By applying sales strategies from books like the Ultimate Sales Machine, he helped launch operations the 5 cities across the country.

Dave then became a Sales & Leadership Coach with Southwestern Consulting. In less than 3 years, he was coaching more than 30 salespeople and sales managers 1-on-1, across more than 15 industries, and helping them increase sales anywhere from 20-300%. For the last 5 years, he has his dedicated his time to serving those who served, volunteering to help Veteran entrepreneur organizations like Bunker Labs.

He helps Veterans and their spouses grow and scale businesses, and inspires others to do the same.He continues to serve the community in several other ways, including serving as the Nevada Volunteer State Coordinator for Global Entrepreneurship Week happening during Military Appreciation Month from 18-24 November. Dave offers coaching and consulting to organizations of all shapes and sizes, struggled with hiring, operations, retention, sales, marketing campaigns that miss the mark, training, lack of systems, and more. Many have spent thousands or even tens of thousands of dollars looking for the magic anecdote that would lead them to success.

Dave's Bio: https://lnkd.in/g5CG4giP

Global Entrepreneurship Week in Nevada, 18-24 Nov 2024: https://gewnevada.com/

Dave Means Business: https://lnkd.in/gX6peX74

Vets in Tech: http://www.vetsintech.co

In this episode, we'll delve into:

1. Discuss his background and military service

2. Explore the challenges and successes he faced during his military transition

3. Why we must go from being discharged to in charge after service

4. What drives and motivates him

Joe Aldaz is a graduate of the United States Air Force Academy. He has enjoyed a tremendous career not only in the military, but as a community leader as well.

The retired Lieutenant Colonel now leads one of the region's fastest growing chambers, The Colorado Springs Hispanic Chamber (The Concilio). With a highly-focused and rejuvenated Board of Directors, award-winning program offerings, and a prolific presence in the region, The Hispanic Chamber is meeting members and prospective members where their need is most relevant.

Learn more about The Adelante Leadership Institute and the highly successful Avanzar Business Accelerator program, and how this dynamic chamber is positioned to serve the the fastest growing segment of business economy.

Colorado Hispanic Chamber of Commerce: https://lnkd.in/gWe7dyAc

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As a Marine Corps veteran, Carlos Cardenas, brings a strong foundation of leadership and commitment from five years of honorable service, including the privilege of leading United States Marines.

This experience has profoundly shaped his dedication to service, which he continues to express through significant roles in the nonprofit sector. Carlos is a a co-founder and board secretary for the nonprofit organization Association Latinos, and also serves as a founding board member and board secretary for the Veterans Chamber of Commerce NFP.

He is the Owner of ⁠Semper Wi-Fi⁠ that is Capturing the World Behind the Lens.

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Raul “Danny” Vargas is an award-winning noted business, community, and board leader, accomplished media commentator, and marketing/public relations/public affairs professional. He was named “101 Most Influential Latinos” in America each year from 2020-2022 by Latino Leaders Magazine and among the “Most Influential People in D.C.” by Washingtonian Magazine in 2022 & 2023. Raised poor in New York City, he has created opportunities, overcome challenges, and beaten the odds all his life. He has made a mark not only in business but in the community as well. Danny is a proud US Air Force Veteran.

Danny is the Founder/President of VARCom Solutions, a nationally recognized, marketing, public relations, and professional services firm. He is Chairman Emeritus of the Friends of the National Museum of the American Latino, having led a national, bipartisan, successful effort to pass the authorization bill in Congress.

He is Founder/Chairman/CEO of the American Latino Veterans Association, a non-profit serving Latino veterans and telling the stories of their contributions since 1776.

He is the Chairman of the Virginia Advisory Committee to the US Commission on Civil Rights and is Chairman of the GO Northern Virginia economic development initiative.A successful businessman, Danny was an executive at AOL, France Telecom, and Global One leading multinational sales and marketing efforts in the USA, Latin America, and Europe. He was Chairman of the Virginia Board of Workforce Development (a gubernatorial appointment), served as Chairman of the Dulles Regional Chamber of CommerceVargas is a regular media commentator appearing on CNN, Fox News, MSNBC, Univision, Telemundo, and more and has penned op-eds for Wall Street Journal, NBC, etc. A sought-after public speaker, Vargas is committed to keeping his community and our nation vibrant, thriving, and strong.

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Danny Garcia was born in the Spanish Harlem community of New York City, on March 18, 1945. His parents, American-born, are of Cuban ancestry.

Since 1996, by the grace of God, Danny has walked more than 52,000,000 steps (over 26,000 miles) around the world on seven continents for children and world peace.He served in the US Marine Corps, law enforcement and is an ordained minister.

Danny has met Presidents, the Pope and World Leaders on his walk by faith.He co-founded Global Walk to instill international understanding, establish goodwill, & build sustainable peace. He stopped counting miles — his walks are a means to reach people with the love of God as in Isaiah 61:1.

Danny's wife, Jackie C. Garcia (Lt Col, USAF, retired), works side by side with him to inspire hope, share spiritual wisdom and render aid to the needy.How? Walking, praying, and meeting people where they are and showing them how to walk in the Spirit.

Global Walk is a calling, a movement to spread the love of God.

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Eric Dominijanni founded the only U.S. Veteran and Black-owned scotch brand in the world after an experience in Huntington Beach, CA where he tasted some Scotch that was not pure.Launched in 2023, Fior Scotch quickly garnered critical acclaim, securing double gold medals at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition and the New York World Spirits Competition, as well as a prestigious 93 rating from The New York International Spirits Competition.

Eric Dominijanni, now a proud Miami resident, embeds his vibrant and resilient spirit into every bottle, ensuring that Fior is not merely a testament to superior scotch-making but also a tribute to the community and veterans he continues to serve.

Fior’s commitment to supporting veterans and their families is deeply personal to Eric, reflecting his own experiences and gratitude towards those who have served. Fior commits a portion of their proceeds to veteran support groups, viewing it as our duty to support those who have provided us with so much. This commitment is about honoring our veterans with more than just words; it’s about providing real support that impacts their lives positively, just as they have impacted mine.

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Jerome Amos is a native New Yorker, foodie, Air Force Veteran, Technologist and Chef who learned to cook as a young child. His older relatives, boy scout training, and desire to help prep the Sunday church potluck meals profoundly influenced Jerome’s early love of preparing and sharing delicious recipes and creating a connected community.

Jerome, who had served in the US Air Force for over five years, during the gulf war, said that the military way is to treat everyone on your team the same as your family. That became the foundation for Brothers From Another Mother cooking or BFAM Cooking because everyone can be your “fam,” especially at the dining table.

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In this episode on the TVC Podcast, we are excited to have on as our next guest, United States Navy Veteran and Founder of Talents ASCEND® , Robyn J. GrableTalents ASCEND® is the beacon for skills-based hiring, changing the way small businesses make hiring decisions with impactful connections to underserved, and untapped talent through a proven skills-based approach to talent sourcing.

Robyn Grable's Bio: https://lnkd.in/gDD-zKDg

Talents Ascend: https://talentsascend.com/

In this episode, we'll delve into:

1. Discuss Robyn's background and military service

2. Explore the talent war in the Veteran and Small Business spaces

3. Why Unlocking Veteran Talent is critical for Small Businesses

4. What drives and motivates her

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