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Ventures & Victories: Stories of Entrepreneurial Breakthroughs

American Corporate Partners

If you’re a Veteran or Military-Spouse entrepreneur looking for mentorship and support, don’t miss out on ACP Ventures! This new entrepreneurial mentorship program offers 1:1 yearlong mentorship with an industry expert and access to the ACP Village where you will find on-demand resources, support, and community.Sign up today at ACP Ventures , your next breakthrough could be just around the corner!

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20:08

Ventures & Victories: Ryan Walsh

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2025/12/03

In this episode, we talk with Ryan Walsh, Army Ranger Veteran and founder of Valqari, about the lessons he’s learned building and leading multiple multimillion-dollar companies from the ground up. Ryan shares how his military background shaped his approach to entrepreneurship, how he’s navigated challenges with limited resources, and what it truly takes to turn bold ideas into successful ventures. Tune in for practical insights on leadership, resilience, and growing businesses with purpose an...

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20:57

Ventures & Victories: Courtney Zaugg

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2025/11/05

In this episode, we sit down with Courtney Zaugg, serial entrepreneur, economic developer, and cofounder of VentureVets, an initiative helping Veterans and Military Spouses launch and scale their businesses. Based in Indianapolis, Courtney has built her career around increasing innovation at the intersection of capital, talent, and community. She shares her journey founding multiple companies, building entrepreneurial ecosystems, and advocating for Veteran and community-driven growth. Tune in...

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Ventures & Victories: Marla Sofer

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2025/10/22

In this episode, we sit down with Marla Sofer, founder and CEO of Knomee, a platform designed to help people build stronger, more authentic personal and professional relationships. Marla shares her journey from corporate leadership to entrepreneurship, reflecting on the risks, rewards, and lessons learned while turning her vision into a purpose-driven company. She discusses how technology, empathy, and perseverance have guided her path and how authentic connection can power both business grow...

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24:32

Ventures & Victories: Dr. Jack McGourty

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2025/10/08

In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Jack McGourty, bestselling author, entrepreneur, and professor at Columbia University. With decades of experience in entrepreneurship education and business innovation, Dr. McGourty shares insights on what it takes to build, sustain, and scale a successful venture in today’s fast-changing world. He discusses the importance of adaptability, strategic thinking, and lifelong learning—values that deeply resonate with both business leaders and veteran entrepren...

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24:04

Ventures & Victories: Nemanja Golubovic

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2025/09/24

In this episode, we sit down with Nemanja Golubovic, founder and CEO of Kale My Name and host of the television show Kale Krew. Nemanja shares his journey of bringing a bold idea to life, growing a thriving restaurant brand, and expanding his vision through media. From the challenges of launching and scaling a business to the lessons learned in leadership and resilience, his story offers valuable insights for entrepreneurs at every stage. Tune in to hear how Nemanja turned passion into purpos...

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13:28

Ventures & Victories: Kasey Kelly

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2025/09/03

In this episode, we welcome Kasey Kelly—ACP Ambassador, military spouse, and owner of Lily Rock Farms. Kasey shares her journey of building a business rooted in passion, resilience, and community, while balancing the unique challenges of military family life. She opens up about the lessons learned through trial and error, the importance of adaptability in entrepreneurship, and how embracing both successes and setbacks has shaped her path forward. Tune in to hear Kasey’s inspiring story of gro...

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19:28

Ventures & Victories: Lloyd Knight

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2025/08/06

In this episode, we sit down with Lloyd Knight, a 20-year Air Force Veteran, cofounder of VETLANTA, and President of Knight Work, a career consulting company dedicated to helping others find purpose and direction after military service. Lloyd shares how his military experience shaped his leadership style and entrepreneurial mindset, and how he built VETLANTA into a thriving Veteran-focused community in Atlanta. He also discusses the launch of Knight Work, offering insight into how he turned a...

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19:28

Ventures & Victories: Jason Van Camp

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2025/07/23

Ever wonder what it takes to transform a bold idea into a thriving enterprise, all while making a significant social impact? In Season 2, Episode 2, we sit down with Jason Van Camp, Chairman of Mission Six Zero and Executive Director of Warrior Rising, to explore how mission-driven leadership sparks entrepreneurial success. Jason takes us behind the scenes of Mission Six Zero’s evolution from a bold idea to a data-driven consulting firm making waves in the federal marketplace and reveals th...

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28:03

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2025/07/09

We're kicking off Season 2 of Ventures & Victories with high energy and horsepower as we sit down with Navy veteran, NASCAR driver, and team owner Jesse Iwuji. From serving his country to competing on the track and building a racing team from the ground up, Jesse’s story is a powerful example of grit, resilience, and vision. In this premiere episode, Jesse opens up about the challenges he faced transitioning from the military to motorsports, how he built a brand in a highly competitive in...

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21:13

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2025/03/12

In our season one finale, ACP’s Kasie Valenti welcomes Christine Walsh; an ACP Mentor, the CEO/President of Alpha Graphics, and Redstart Creative. Alpha Graphics, is a boutique graphic design and printing company locally owned and certified woman-owned in Hampden, Maryland, and has been the go-to print shop in Baltimore for more than 48 years. In 2023, Christine purchased Redstart Creative, a woman-owned digital marketing and creative studio in Towson, MD. Redstart Creative provides branding ...

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20:16

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2025/03/05

This week, Kasie Valenti welcomes Julia Ruddock, an Army Veteran, West Point graduate, Entrepreneur, and Founder of Hayati Coaching. Julia discusses her career thus far, from financial services to higher education, and how her experiences drove her to pursue entrepreneurship. Hayati Coaching is a career coaching firm that helps clients navigate career transitions and live wholesome lives. Support the show

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19:42

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2025/02/26

In this week’s episode, ACP’s Kasie Valenti welcomes Brandon Marquez, a Marine Corps Veteran, ACP Alumnus, and the Founder of Southern Cross Service Dogs. Southern Cross Service Dogs is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching lives by providing exceptionally trained service dogs at no cost to qualified individuals with disabilities. After serving as a Multi-Purpose Canine Trainer with U.S Marine Corps Forces Special Operations Command, Brandon decided to continue his passio...

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23:11

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2025/02/19

This week, ACP’s Kasie Valenti welcomes Bridget B. Sullivan, an ACP Mentor, Award-Winning Event Producer, and Founder of Creative Canvas Productions. Creative Canvas Productions is a woman-owned event management, video production, and motion graphics company based in Charlotte, North Carolina. Bridget discusses her career thus far, the challenges she overcame, and some tips and tricks for creative-minded entrepreneurs looking to embark on their small business journeys. Support the show

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22:04

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2025/02/12

This week, ACP’s Kasie Valenti welcomes Ken Davenport, a serial entrepreneur, Coach for The Honor Foundation, FourBlock and trainer at IVMF’s Boots to Business, and the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Mission Edge. Ken takes us through his early days during the dot-com boom, what drove him to pursue entrepreneurship, and his numerous successes in the technology space. He’ll also discuss the importance of resiliency and humility to overcome adversity and lead effectively. Suppo...

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23:44

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2025/02/05

In this week’s episode of Ventures & Victories, ACP’s Kasie Valenti welcomes Christian Hanebeck, the Founder and CEO of Truckl and a professional with over 25 years of experience in consulting, startups, and private equity. From a teenager reselling fashion in Germany to founding a multinational logistics technology company, Christian takes us through his career thus far and provides valuable insight into the mindset of successful entrepreneurs. Support the show

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22:50

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2025/01/29

In this week’s episode of Ventures & Victories, Kasie Valenti welcomes Moni Jefferson, a Forbes #Next1000 honoree, founder of four companies, and builder of global impact communities. She is also the CEO and Founder of the Association of Military Spouse Entrepreneurs (AMSE), whose mission is to provide a worldwide network of organizational support, resources, education, and mentorship for military spouse entrepreneurs.Moni will take us through her career and how she utilized her expertise...

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2025/01/22

This week, ACP’s Kasie Valenti welcomes the Founder & CEO of WithMe, Jonathan Treble. WithMe aims to revolutionize apartment living through tech-powered amenities and has been ranked by Inc. 5000 as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the United States for the past four years.Jonathan will dive into his journey as a business owner and how aspiring entrepreneurs can best support the Military community. Tune in today to hear Jonathan’s story and pick up some valuable insight int...

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21:50

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2025/01/15

This week’s guest is an ACP Mentor and the Founder and CEO of Quantious, Lisa Larson-Kelly. Lisa takes us through her career and how she pivoted into the tech sector in the early internet age. After successful freelance gigs for Adobe and Google, Lisa scaled her one-woman operation into a thriving small business. Eventually, Lisa founded Quantious, a marketing agency specializing in technology and developer audiences. Lisa shares some lessons learned after a decade-plus of working within...

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22:10

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2025/01/08

This week, we were joined by James Nellis, the Chief Executive Officer at The Nellis Group. As a third-generation realtor, James started his career at eighteen and scaled his family business to become one of the leading real estate brokerage firms in the Washington DC metro area. He’ll take you through his story, the challenges he overcame, and his best practices for success in the real estate world. Whether you’re interested in real estate brokerage or investing, do not miss this opportunity...

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28:15

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2024/12/23

In this episode, we are joined by a leading management consultant and entrepreneur, Brittany Galli. Brittany is a C-Suite Advisor & Strategist at BFG Ventures, a management consulting team specializing in DE&I, cyber security, AI, physical security, and software for C-Suites in the security and technology industries. Brittany spent time in the finance and startup spaces before leveraging her network and expertise into a boutique consulting business.Brittany will explore various topics...

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