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VET S.O.S. Presents The Veteran Entrepreneurial Spotlight with Shawn Welsh

VET S.O.S. – Veteran Entrepreneurial Spotlight highlights the journeys of veteran and veteran spouse entrepreneurs. Through candid conversations, we explore lessons learned, best practices, and resources that have shaped their paths to success. From overcoming challenges to leveraging military-honed skills, each episode delivers actionable insights and inspiration. Our mission is to educate and empower the next generation of veteran entrepreneurs, building a community driven by resilience,

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00:13:49

From Uniform to Legacy: Nicole’s Mission to Turn...

VET S.O.S. Presents The Veteran Entrepreneurial... ·

2025/09/11

In this episode of the VET S.O.S. Veteran Entrepreneur Spotlight, we speak with Nicole (Pompei) Zettlemoyer—Marine and Air Force veteran, mom, and founder of Wreaths by Nicole P. What began as a creative way to repurpose an old uniform became a viral business now featured on major platforms like Fox News and CBS.Nicole discusses her dual-military transition, the inspiration behind her first wreath, and how she’s built a thriving company crafting military uniform keepsakes that preserve stories of

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00:18:02

Leadership with Purpose: Jason West of Officers Eat Last

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2025/09/04

In this episode of the VET S.O.S. Veteran Entrepreneur Spotlight, host Maurice Murphy sits down with retired Marine Corps Lieutenant Colonel Jason West, founder of Officers Eat Last. Jason opens up about his transition journey, the unpredictability of entrepreneurship, and the life-changing impact of servant leadership.Discover how he turned setbacks into strategy and how his consulting firm now helps business owners scale with intention and integrity. If you're a veteran looking to lead with

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00:14:21

Women Veteran Empowerment: Renea’s Mission Beyond...

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2025/08/28

Renea Jones-Hudson, U.S. Army veteran and founder of Beyond the Uniform, joins the Veteran Entrepreneur Spotlight to share her story of purpose-driven entrepreneurship. Discover how Renea transformed her military transition into a mission to help women veterans rediscover their voice, reframe their identity, and reintegrate with power and purpose.From personal training to leadership coaching, Renea breaks down her OWNIT framework and reveals what it truly takes to lead yourself beyond the military

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00:19:12

Veteran-Owned Firm Leading Healthcare Innovation

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2025/08/21

U.S. Army veteran Sepi Browning joins Maurice Murphy on the VET S.O.S. Veteran Entrepreneur Spotlight to share her journey from military medic to founder of Brighthour HIT Consulting Corporation, a veteran-owned healthcare IT consulting firm.Sepi explains how her military service shaped her entrepreneurial mindset, the challenges she faced entering the civilian workforce, and how she’s now leading digital transformation in hospitals and public health systems. She also highlights her new 501(c)(3),

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00:22:39

Career Counseling for Veterans: Leora’s Mission to Serve

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2025/08/14

Career counselor and veteran advocate Leora Opstelten joins host Maurice Murphy for a powerful conversation on navigating military transition through career clarity and purpose. Leora discusses building her remote business, the emotional impact of her late husband’s transition, and how she helps veterans translate military experience into fulfilling civilian careers.Hear how Career Counseling by Leora offers flexible, personalized services that empower service members to explore new paths beyond

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00:20:34

Strategic Safety & Security with Dr. Jeffrey Schwartz

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2025/08/07

Join Maurice Murphy on the VET S.O.S. Veteran Entrepreneur Spotlight as he interviews Dr. Jeffrey Schwartz, a Marine Corps veteran and founder of Strategic Safety and Security Group. From CPR and AED training to large-scale school safety solutions, Dr. Schwartz brings his military and law enforcement experience to the civilian world—empowering others to do the same.This episode covers:The lessons Dr. Schwartz learned the hard wayResources every transitioning veteran should know aboutHow his team

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00:11:52

Veteran to Visionary: Ayles Solutions' Purpose-Driven...

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2025/07/31

In this powerful episode of the VET S.O.S. Veteran Entrepreneurial Spotlight, host Maurice Murphy sits down with U.S. Army combat veteran Philip T. Ayles, founder of Ayles Solutions LLC. From a rocky post-military transition to creating a mission-driven consulting company in Jacksonville, FL, Philip shares how emotional intelligence, veteran advocacy, and holistic coaching became his compass for impact.Philip discusses his experiences in military police, civil affairs, and intelligence—and how they

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00:20:55

Veteran Entrepreneur Journey: From Air Force to...

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2025/07/24

Todd Bigney, retired Air Force veteran and franchise coach with The Entrepreneur Source, joins us on the Veteran Entrepreneurial Spotlight to share his veteran entrepreneur journey. From floundering in the civilian workforce to discovering his purpose in coaching, Todd’s story is one of resilience, clarity, and service.He opens up about his early transition struggles, how assessments revealed his true caretaker strengths, and why franchising offered the lifestyle and freedom he needed—especially

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00:13:40

Veteran Child Care Access with Kayla Corbitt of OCC...

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2025/07/17

Child care shouldn’t be the reason a veteran can’t work, attend therapy, or go back to school. Yet for many, that’s the reality.In this Veteran Entrepreneur Spotlight episode, Kayla Corbitt, founder of Operation Child Care Project, talks with host Shawn Welsh about the invisible crisis of veteran child care access. From her own journey as a military spouse to launching a nonprofit that serves families across the country, Kayla breaks down how OCC Project is transforming lives through advocacy,

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00:14:43

GRIT, Leadership & Legacy: Shannon Huffman Polson’s...

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2025/07/10

Shannon Huffman Polson—one of the first female Apache pilots and founder of The GRIT Institute—joins the VET S.O.S. Veteran Entrepreneurial Spotlight to share her powerful story of transition, authorship, and purpose-driven leadership.In this episode, we discuss:Shannon’s military transition and reinventionHow her writing evolved into a thriving businessThe GRIT Institute’s origin and holistic leadership programsLessons in entrepreneurial uncertainty, values, and fulfillmentIf you're a veteran,

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00:13:03

Veteran Business Empowerment with Helmets to Boots

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2025/07/03

Jeremy Walker, retired Army SFC and founder of Helmets to Boots, joins the VET S.O.S. Veteran Entrepreneur Spotlight to discuss his journey from military intelligence to veteran advocacy. After a challenging transition, Jeremy launched a three-tiered platform that now supports veteran-owned businesses, educates corporations on military culture, and empowers families with vital resources.Jeremy shares how programs like Boots to Business and Onward to Opportunity helped him rediscover purpose through

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00:16:53

Veteran Real Estate Success: Maurice Murphy’s Journey

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2025/06/19

On this episode of VET S.O.S. Veteran Entrepreneurial Spotlight, retired naval officer Maurice Murphy shares his inspiring transition story—from 24 years in the Navy to founding a successful real estate career and investment company in Northeast Florida. Maurice discusses the emotional ups and downs of leaving service, his decision to skip the GS route, and how entrepreneurship gave him freedom, purpose, and a way to serve others again.We dive into:Maurice's faith-driven pivot into real

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00:19:55

Revolutionizing Veteran Hiring with Video Job Posts

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2025/06/12

Justin Henderson, Marine Corps veteran and founder of Veteran Hiring Solutions (VHS), joins the VET S.O.S. Veteran Entrepreneur Spotlight to discuss how VHS is changing the game in recruitment. By integrating video-based job descriptions, VHS brings authenticity, leadership, and emotional connection into the hiring process—empowering veterans to visualize their future roles and employers to understand their true value.In this conversation, Justin shares his journey from military service to

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00:16:56

Empowering Seniors Through Digital Literacy

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2025/06/05

Cole Samaroo, Marine Corps veteran and founder of Senior Tech Connect, joins the VET S.O.S. Veteran Entrepreneur Spotlight to share his powerful journey from military service to tech-based community impact. What started as a tribute to his late grandfather has become a nationwide movement empowering seniors through digital literacy, cybersecurity training, and AI-enabled support.Tune in to hear:How Cole transitioned out of the Marine Corps with purposeThe origin story behind Senior Tech ConnectThe

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00:12:35

Strengths-Based Leadership for Veterans: Ryan...

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2025/05/22

Join VET S.O.S. as we spotlight Ryan Crittenden, Army Veteran and Certified Strengths Coach, who is transforming how leaders grow through authenticity and strengths-based coaching.Ryan discusses:His military transition and journey into entrepreneurshipBuilding XL Coaching & DevelopmentCertifications in CliftonStrengths, Working Genius, and the John Maxwell TeamThe highs and lows of veteran business ownershipThe power of focusing on what’s right with peopleHis upcoming book, Becoming the Compass

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00:16:13

Overcoming Adversity in Business: Dr. Anthony...

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2025/05/01

In this episode of the VET S.O.S. Veteran Entrepreneur Spotlight, we sit down with Dr. Anthony Randall, founder and president of Vanguard XXI and a retired Army Lieutenant Colonel with decades of leadership experience.Dr. Randall opens up about his personal journey into veteran entrepreneurship—starting with a paper route in Denver and culminating in launching a thriving coaching and leadership development firm during one of the toughest times in recent history: the COVID-19 pandemic.You’ll

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00:17:13

Lazy Dog Training for Busy Owners | Air Force Veteran...

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2025/04/17

🐾 Lazy Dog Training That Works! Meet Brittney Howard, an Air Force veteran and the force behind Dawg Boss, where she teaches dog owners how to train their pups without making it a full-time job.On this episode of VET S.O.S. – Veteran Entrepreneurial Spotlight, Brittney shares how she turned her passion for dogs into a thriving business, the surprising truth about separation anxiety, and why she tells dog owners NOT to walk their dogs. Plus, we dive into her entrepreneurial journey, the struggles of

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00:14:17

Jewelry with a Mission: Wendy Hively on Empowering...

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2025/04/10

🎙️ Jewelry with a Mission: Wendy Hively on Empowering Military Families & EntrepreneurshipIn this episode of VET S.O.S. Veteran Entrepreneurial Spotlight, we sit down with Wendy Hively, a veteran Navy spouse, career scientist, and founder of CharlieMadison Originals. More than just a jewelry brand, CharlieMadison Originals is dedicated to fostering military community connections and giving back—donating over $35,000 to military-affiliated nonprofits.💡 Wendy shares her entrepreneurial journey,

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00:14:52

🔥 From Army Sergeant Major to Entrepreneurial Mentor...

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2025/04/03

🎙️ From Army Sergeant Major to Entrepreneurial Mentor – Veteran Business SuccessDon’t drown in the sea of transition—grab the VET S.O.S. lifeline! In this episode, we welcome Reginald "Reggie" Thompson, Director of the Georgia Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC) and a retired Sergeant Major with 32 years of active duty service.Reggie shares his military-to-business journey, highlighting FREE resources available for veterans, National Guard, reservists, and military spouses through VBOCs and

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00:14:17

From Marine to Mission: Matt Darrah’s Fight for...

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2025/03/27

From Marine to Mission: Matt Darrah’s Fight for Foster KidsWhen Matt Darrah transitioned from the Marine Corps to civilian life, he never expected to find his next mission in foster care advocacy. But after fostering children himself, he saw firsthand how many kids enter the system with nothing. That realization led him to create Panhandle Orphan Care Network (POCN)—a nonprofit serving 26 Texas counties with essential placement packages for foster children.In this episode, Matt shares how POCN has

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