Episode 136 | Guest: Peter Bludworth

✅ Marine Corps veteran
✅ 30+ year career in corrections, including roles as Warden and Assistant Warden across multiple federal and private facilities

What We Discuss ⬇️

➡️ How 7 years in the Marines shaped a decades-long corrections leadership career
➡️ The veteran traits that stand out: bearing, integrity, and work ethic
➡️ Why purpose and camaraderie are essential after service
➡️ How to find your safe space—and why it matters
➡️ The power of having an “8-minute friend”
➡️ Why using your EAP and joining ERGs can change everything
➡️ How letting go of the past helps you move forward
➡️ Why leaders need to set the example by asking for help
➡️ The importance of protecting veteran mental health
➡️ How to translate your military skills into civilian terms

This episode proves that you can be successful in your post-service life too!

Connect with Pete: Pete Bludworth | LinkedIn

Pete Bludworth has worked with Custom Made Coins for years, relying on them to create high-quality, custom-designed challenge coins. The company produced several coins for the correctional facility he led in Montana, as well as for the Veterans Group he referenced in the podcast. Melanie, the point of contact, is known for her exceptional service, and the company's artists are skilled at bringing any coin concept to life.

🔗 Custom Made Coins Website

Pete has also collaborated with RRB Systems International for over 25 years. He became a Master Trainer for their Rapid Rotation Baton and Rapid Cuffs. Pete played a key role in getting the baton approved for use in federal prisons and helped pioneer training programs for the handcuff covers, which had been approved but lacked formal instruction.

🔗 RRB Systems Website

Both companies have been trusted partners throughout Pete’s career, consistently delivering innovative tools and top-tier service.

Connect with Vets2PM: https://www.linkedin.com/company/vets2pm