From the Battlefield to the Boardroom Orion Talent

If you’ve ever wanted to create a stream of passive income but aren’t sure how to get started, this episode is for you!
Brent Bowers, Army Veteran, joins the podcast to share how he’s built a wholesale land company that had led to financial freedom for his family. Prior to separating from the military, Brent knew he wanted to pursue a career that would allow him to be more present with his wife and kids. With the success of his company, he’s been able to build a business that creates legacy wealth for his family, along with helping many others do the same.
In this episode Brent discusses:
• His military background and transition
• The evolution of The Land Sharks
• Advice and resources for entrepreneurs
• The many benefits of investing in land
Thelandsharks.com

Sometimes we think of leadership as having formal authority over others, but in many cases it’s not so clear cut. In the military you’ve gained valuable skills and attributes that make you a great fit for a leadership positions, but sometimes it's hard to know how to apply those skills to a job outside of the military.
Today’s guest, Debbie Collard, knew that struggle well. Debbie joined the Air Force right out of high school and after serving 5 years, she was ready to move on but didn’t have a career path in mind. Immediately after transitioning, Debbie worked four part time jobs to make ends meet, and even considered re-enlisting in the military seeking career stability. Ultimately, Debbie ended up reconnecting with a friend who encouraged her to apply for a role at Boeing, where she went on to have a 30 -year career. During her time at Boeing, Debbie worked her way through the leadership ranks and gained sought-after awards and recognition along the way.
Now, Debbie is the co-founder of Seasons Leadership, a company that provides leadership training and resources to all leaders, regardless of job title. Seasons Leadership offers many valuable resources for leaders, including coaching, consulting, leadership development, podcasts, and more.
In this episode, Debbie shares her inspiring story that includes:
• Her challenging transition out of the military
• Her rewarding career at Boeing and how it prepared her to start her own business
• Leadership lessons she has learned throughout her creer

Check out SeasonsLeadership.com and the Seasons Leadership podcast to learn how you can reach new levels of leadership in your own career and life.

Transitioning into the civilian workforce can be challenging, which is why a growing number of Veterans are choosing to ditch the 9-5 and create their own path by becoming business owners.
JDog Brands is the largest Veteran owned franchise system in America, offering franchises exclusively to Veterans and Military family members. JDog’s established reputation, military foundation, proven business model, and low startup costs, make it a great opportunity for Veterans to become their own boss.
Robby (USMC Veteran) and Kelly Dinero join the podcast to share their journey as business owners with JDog. Topics include:

Why they decided to franchise with JDog
The support they’ve received from JDog Corporate
The perks that come with being a business owner

Check out Jdogbrands.com to learn more!

Micheal Sittler, Air Force veteran and chair of Enbridge's Veteran Talent Resource Network, shares insights into his military background, career path, and Enbridge's unique culture and commitment to veteran hiring.

In this podcast, Micheal discusses his military career, transition to civilian employment, and why Enbridge is a great place for Veterans to build a lasting career. Additional topics include:

Challenges faced when transitioning from the military to civilian life

Enbridge’s Veteran Talent Resource Network

Top career advice for transitioning service members

Enbridge is a diversified energy company that's uniquely positioned to help accelerate the global transition to a cleaner energy future. Their core values- Safety, Integrity, Respect, and Inclusion- serve as their north star. The company recognizes the importance of a secure, reliable, and affordable supply of energy, which it delivers daily through its four core businesses: liquids pipelines, natural gas pipelines, gas utilities and storage, and renewable energy.

https://www.oriontalent.com/enbridge/

If you’re looking to take the next step toward entrepreneurship but aren’t sure where to start, this episode is for you.
Danielle Smith has a long family history of military service which led her to the National Guard nearly 12 years ago. In this episode she shares how she unexpectedly left a career in film and music production and now enjoys a life she could have only dreamed of as a successful business owner. Additional topics include:
• Why Danielle joined the National Guard and how it has impacted her journey as an entrepreneur
• Overcoming fear of failure in order to succeed in business
• Why Danielle chose franchising and what’s next for her business

Contact Danielle
Email: Torpita1@gmail.com
Instagram: ProducerDanielleSmith

Office Pride is an award-winning company looking for strong business leaders to help grow and expand its operations nationwide. The company has won many awards over the years, including Franchise Business Review’s Top Franchises for Veterans, Top Franchises for Women, Recession Proof Franchises, and many more.

Tifton Coleman, Franchise Development Manager, and Kevin Scott, Franchise Owner, join the show to discuss their military backgrounds and why Office Pride is a great opportunity for anyone who is looking to build a business and give back to their community. Additional topics include:
• Why Kevin decided to open a franchise with Office Pride
• How the opportunity has changed his life
• Kevin’s future business and community impact goals

https://www.oriontalent.com/officepridefranchise/
Tifton Coleman – tiftoncoleman@officepride.com | 727.330.2931