Veteran Led

Joining us is SSG Shilo Harris, who reveals the raw and inspiring story of navigating life after combat. From earning his spurs in the Cavalry to surviving a coma and facing the challenges of leadership, Shilo opens up about the realities of returning home from war to heal. Through personal reflection, he discusses the impact of PTSD on Veterans and their families and emphasizes the importance of mental health awareness. ​

​With insights from his own experience growing up with a Vietnam Veteran father, Shilo sheds light on the unique struggles faced by Veterans. He also shares valuable tips on self-care and balancing personal life while serving in the military.​

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Connect with Shilo on Facebook - Instagram - YouTube - LinkedIn and check out his website shiloharris.com along with the nonprofits he supports: Helping a Hero and X-22 Adventures.​

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Follow this link to get a copy of Shilo’s book Steel Will.

Danny Maher, founder of Irreverent Warriors, VET Tv, and author of “Embarrassing Confessions of a Marine Lieutenant: Operation Branding Iron 2.1A,” joins us in this episode to discuss his journey and the importance of connecting with and supporting fellow veterans. He shares how he started the Silkies Hike events to prevent veteran suicide and create a sense of camaraderie among veterans. Emphasizing the need for a more inclusive and healthy culture within the veteran community, Danny shares the raw truth of what some of our combat veterans experience. ​

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Danny also talks about his creation of VET Tv, a network that provides humor and relatable content for combat veterans. Danny addresses the criticism of his work and defends the importance of understanding the psyche of combat veterans. He also provides a sneak peek into his next book titled, "The Psyche of Some American Veterans," which explores warrior identity, warrior ego, and how military experiences can impact mental health and relationships.​

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Check out Irreverent Warriors and see how you can get involved in the fight against veteran suicide. ​

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If you’re into dark, authentic, non-pc humor made by veterans for veterans then follow this link to VET Tv.​

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Click this link for Danny's book, Embarrassing Confessions of a Marine Lieutenant: Operation Branding Iron 2.1A

How did an active duty soldier become the Ultimate Fighter? Joining us is Colton Smith, the United States Army’s first and only UFC fighter. Colton shares his remarkable journey of serving in the military, earning accolades such as Ranger Tab, Sapper Tab, CIB, EIB, Airborne, and Air Assault badges, while pursuing his UFC career. Smith reveals how the Army allowed him to stay on active duty while training and competing in The Ultimate Fighter television show and talks about the challenges he faced while juggling both professions and the support he received from his superiors. ​

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But it's not just about Colton's impressive achievements, he also emphasizes the importance of combatives training in the military, highlighting how it prepares soldiers for hand-to-hand combat situations and builds physical, mental, and emotional strength. Colton also stresses the role of leadership to create camaraderie and respect among soldiers. As someone who leads by example, he believes that leaders should be willing to engage in combat training and combatives alongside their troops. ​

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Colton's achievements include: ​

• UFC Ultimate Fighter Winner (Season 16) ​
• 4x UFC Veteran ​
• 2024 IBJJF Pans Championship Silver Medalist (M2 Black Belt) ​
• National Wrestling Hall of Fame “Outstanding American” Inductee ​
• Arnold Schwarzenegger “Out of the Ring” Award Winner ​
• Brazilian JiuJitsu Black Belt (Second Degree)​
• Combatives Black Belt​
• Current Head Coach of numerous State, National and International Wrestling, JiuJitsu & MMA Champions Medalists. ​
• CoFounder/ Owner of Enlisted Nine Fight Company ​

Learn more about Colton and Nine Line Apparel by following this link. ​

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Check out Colton on Instagram - Facebook. ​

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Enlisted 9 Fight Company can be found in Virginia - Maryland. ​

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In this insightful episode of the Veteran Led podcast, Dr. Paul R. Lawrence, former Under Secretary for Benefits of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, shares his transformational leadership journey at the Veterans Benefits Administration. As a former Airborne Finance Officer turned business leader, Lawrence brought a fresh perspective to overhaul VA bureaucracy and pursue excellence in serving Veterans. 

Tune in as Dr. Lawrence provides an inside look at implementing major initiatives like the Appeals Modernization Act, reducing the claims backlog, and achieving the VBA's best year ever in 2020 despite the pandemic. This episode is packed with valuable advice as Dr. Lawrences discusses his three tenets of communication, financial stewardship, and honoring Veterans' service through improved client experience to reform the Veterans Benefits Administration.

To connect with Dr. Paul Lawrence, visit his LinkedIn page or check out his website by clicking the links.

To get your copy of Dr. Lawrence's books, click on the links below:

• Veterans Benefits for You: Get What You Deserve
• Transforming Service to Veterans: How I Pursued Performance Excellence at the Veterans Benefits Administration in the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

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As Veterans, we all have the capability of leading with a purpose. However, there are additional coaching tools that will navigate you through life's challenges. Joining us in this episode is Jamie Peer, a retired Lieutenant Colonel turned life mastery coach. Jamie expertly applies her military HR experiences to civilian life coaching, highlighting the critical nature of structure, support, and accountability. 

Discover how military values seamlessly transition into effective coaching strategies for setting goals, managing work-life balance, and overcoming limiting beliefs. Throughout this episode, there are actionable insights on effective leadership, prioritizing relationships, and maintaining mental health, including an in-depth discussion on moral injury; what it means and the effect it can have. Don't miss this discussion on how military discipline can elevate your personal and professional growth. 

Transform your life and business with Jamie. To learn more, visit https://www.jamiepeer.com/ or email her directly at [email protected].

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Where is your greatest opportunity? Many veterans venture into the private sector and find that there are bigger opportunities in the entrepreneurial world. In this episode, we welcome Navy veteran Todd Connor, founder of Bunker Labs and Veterans for All Voters. Todd is a prominent voice in veteran entrepreneurship and in this episode, he shares how military skills power successful civilian ventures and talks about the important social impact work he is doing at The Rustandy Center.​

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Transitioning from the military to the civilian world doesn’t need to be hard, but sometimes we need support. Check out how Todd and his team can help you at Bunker Labs.​

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America needs our veteran leadership to step up. Check out Veteran for All Voters to learn more.

Discover the power of leadership skills and Veteran 2.0 concepts in this episode with Freddie Kim, a U.S. Army Veteran, Airborne Ranger, and Special Forces Commander who is now the CEO of a successful military Veteran recruiting company, MilSpec Talent. Hear about Freddie's combat experience, ownership mindset, and team success strategies, like supporting frontline managers and strategic decision-making. Freddie shares insights on transitioning from the military to entrepreneurship, the significance of an ownership mindset, and the concept of Veteran 2.0 in the corporate world. 

Connect with Freddie on - LinkedIn. 

Build your A-Team with MilSpec by clicking this link.

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Tony Goins, a former Marine Sergeant, corporate executive, entrepreneur, and public servant, shares his journey from being a security guard at American Express to becoming a successful leader in the corporate world. He emphasizes the importance of opportunities, preparation, and leading by example. Tony also discusses the significance of relationships, both in business and personal life, and the impact of having a supportive partner. Tony's commitment to giving back is evident through his mentorship and the creation of Capital Cigar Lounge, a space for young professionals to share their experiences.

Check out Tony’s cigar lounge at capitalcigar.com.

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France Hoang’s journey to entrepreneurial success is one of true grit. Prior to his current role as Co-Founder and CEO of boodleAI, a tech company that built the collaborative GenAI platform BoodleBox, France went from army officer to White House Counsel then back to the army as the XO of a U.S. Army Special Forces Company in Afghanistan. A Vietnam War refugee himself, Hoang passionately worked to evacuate our Afghan Allies after the US ended its military and diplomatic presence in Afghanistan and continues to serve his country and lead his team with relentless drive, purpose, and motivation​

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Check out France’s innovative GenAI platform at boodlebox.ai or connect with him on LinkedIn.

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Andrew Arbogast, a combat veteran Apache pilot turned CEO of Arbo’s Cheese Dip, reflects on his entrepreneurial journey in this episode of Veteran Led. Listen in as Andrew openly shares the challenges he faces, such as the fear of failure and the pressure of being the sole employee of his company, and how he overcomes these obstacles by recognizing the importance of resilience, learning from failure, and surrounding himself with a supportive network. Andrew emphasizes the importance of seeking help and support from other veteran entrepreneurs and the value of feedback in this candid episode. ​

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To learn more about Andrew and his business, visit www.arbosdip.com or check out his social:
Andrew Arbogast LinkedIn

Arbo’s Cheese Dip LinkedIn

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Arbo’s Cheese Dip Facebook

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Arbo’s Cheese Dip X (Twitter)

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