57 min
02 Chris Ricker - The OG Space Force: 20-yr Air Force Veteran Turned Tech Founder The Veterans Who Build Show
-
- Business
Summary
In this episode, Adam interviews Chris, a 20-year Air and Space Force veteran and the founder of MyPaintBuckets.com. They discuss Chris's background, his journey in the military, and his transition to the Florida National Guard and defense contracting. Chris also shares some fun military stories and how he started his own paint company. In this conversation, Christopher Ricker shares his experiences transitioning from an active combat zone to civilian life and the challenges he faced. He discusses the importance of self-care and being kind to oneself during the transition. Christopher also highlights the valuable skills he gained from the military, such as leadership and the ability to deliver feedback effectively. He then talks about his current business venture, My Paint Buckets, and how he identified a pain point in the industry and created a solution for it. Christopher concludes by recommending the books 'Snow Crash' and 'The 80/20 Principle' for their insightful perspectives.
➡︎ For Built Environment Tech Go Here: https://jet.build/
➡︎ Watch This Next: https://youtu.be/-NpqyK_fKSY
=============================
Mentions in This Video
=============================
Chris' info:
➡︎ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-ricker-400a5992/
➡︎ Business: https://mypaintbuckets.com/home
➡︎ Books:
- Snowcrash: https://amzn.to/3TasKXp (amazon)
- The 80/20 Principle: https://amzn.to/3T8ZLDm (amazon)
=============================
Subscribe To Our Podcast Here
=============================
➡︎ YouTube: www.youtube.com/@veteranswhobuild
➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2ZizGddgHgKA4oimoLkNRc?si=3bd9f555703f4e51
➡︎ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-veterans-who-build-show/id1731456067
=============================
The VWB Show Sponsors
=============================
➡︎ The VWB show is sponsored by @jetbuild
➡︎ Find more information on Jet.Build, here: www.jet.build
➡︎ Jet.Build is THE central command for RE development and construction portfolio management. Solutions range from project finance to stakeholder collaboration, construction operations, and data reporting with AI. Jet.Build is the better way to build
=============================
Ways To Work With Us At VWB
=============================
➡︎ Free Consultation: Learn how tech can help your Built Environment business here, https://outlook.office365.com/book/ProductDemo@jet.build/
➡︎ Inquiries: If you'd like to join the show, reach out here, https://jet.build/contact
=============================
Connect With Us!
=============================
➡︎ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamstark512/
➡︎ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/veterans-who-build-show
➡︎ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/veteranswhobuild/
➡︎ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vwbshow/
➡︎ X: https://twitter.com/TheVWBShow
#veteranswhobuild #realestatedevelopment #construction #aec #cre #realestate #veterans #adamstark
---
Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/veteranswhobuild/message
Summary
In this episode, Adam interviews Chris, a 20-year Air and Space Force veteran and the founder of MyPaintBuckets.com. They discuss Chris's background, his journey in the military, and his transition to the Florida National Guard and defense contracting. Chris also shares some fun military stories and how he started his own paint company. In this conversation, Christopher Ricker shares his experiences transitioning from an active combat zone to civilian life and the challenges he faced. He discusses the importance of self-care and being kind to oneself during the transition. Christopher also highlights the valuable skills he gained from the military, such as leadership and the ability to deliver feedback effectively. He then talks about his current business venture, My Paint Buckets, and how he identified a pain point in the industry and created a solution for it. Christopher concludes by recommending the books 'Snow Crash' and 'The 80/20 Principle' for their insightful perspectives.
➡︎ For Built Environment Tech Go Here: https://jet.build/
➡︎ Watch This Next: https://youtu.be/-NpqyK_fKSY
=============================
Mentions in This Video
=============================
Chris' info:
➡︎ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-ricker-400a5992/
➡︎ Business: https://mypaintbuckets.com/home
➡︎ Books:
- Snowcrash: https://amzn.to/3TasKXp (amazon)
- The 80/20 Principle: https://amzn.to/3T8ZLDm (amazon)
=============================
Subscribe To Our Podcast Here
=============================
➡︎ YouTube: www.youtube.com/@veteranswhobuild
➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2ZizGddgHgKA4oimoLkNRc?si=3bd9f555703f4e51
➡︎ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-veterans-who-build-show/id1731456067
=============================
The VWB Show Sponsors
=============================
➡︎ The VWB show is sponsored by @jetbuild
➡︎ Find more information on Jet.Build, here: www.jet.build
➡︎ Jet.Build is THE central command for RE development and construction portfolio management. Solutions range from project finance to stakeholder collaboration, construction operations, and data reporting with AI. Jet.Build is the better way to build
=============================
Ways To Work With Us At VWB
=============================
➡︎ Free Consultation: Learn how tech can help your Built Environment business here, https://outlook.office365.com/book/ProductDemo@jet.build/
➡︎ Inquiries: If you'd like to join the show, reach out here, https://jet.build/contact
=============================
Connect With Us!
=============================
➡︎ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamstark512/
➡︎ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/veterans-who-build-show
➡︎ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/veteranswhobuild/
➡︎ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vwbshow/
➡︎ X: https://twitter.com/TheVWBShow
#veteranswhobuild #realestatedevelopment #construction #aec #cre #realestate #veterans #adamstark
---
Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/veteranswhobuild/message
57 min