Veteran On the Move Joe Crane

In this episode of Veteran On the Move, Joe Crane interviews British Army veteran Nick Haley, founder of Little Big Tech. Nick served for 12 years, first in the Irish Guards and later gained technical skills in the Signal Corps. After transitioning, Nick aimed for a better life in the tech field. He faced initial challenges but persevered with further education and training. Combining experience from traditional companies, startups, and contracting, Nick leveraged his learnings to launch Little Big Tech, providing IT support to small businesses. The episode delves into the unique strengths veteran entrepreneurs bring and the importance of the veteran community for support during business ventures. Nick also has his own podcast for veteran entrepreneurs, Little Big Vets.



Episode Resources: 



Little Big Tech



Little Big Vets



 

About Our Guest   

Nick Haley is a British Army veteran with over 12 years service including operational tours in Kosovo and Afghanistan. Nick now runs an IT company called Little Big Tech providing outsourced IT to young ambitious companies. Nick also runs a podcast interviewing other veteran entrepreneurs to highlight some of the amazing stories of veterans in their life after service.



 



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Navy Federal Credit Union  



Becoming a member at Navy Federal Credit Union could help you earn more and save more. Their certificate options could earn you more than standard savings accounts with competitive rates. Not all financial institutions offer you as many choices for savings options as Navy Federal does. For example, you could start your savings journey with a low minimum deposit, add money at any time and watch your savings GROW! Thanks to flexible terms, you can use Navy Federal’s savings options for all kinds of goals—short or long-term. Considering a big home improvement project? Maybe you want to consolidate debt? You could borrow up to 100% of your home’s equity with a Fixed-Rate Home Equity Loan with ZERO closing costs, or easily borrow as you go with a Home Equity Line of Credit. BOTH options could help make life's big expenses seem more manageable. To learn more, visit NavyFederal.org.



At Navy Federal, our members are the mission.   



 

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Download Joe Crane’s Top 7 Paths to Freedom or get it on your mobile device. Text VETERAN to 38470.



Veteran On the Move podcast has published 500 episodes. Our listeners have the opportunity to hear in-depth interviews conducted by host Joe Crane. The podcast features people, programs, and resources to assist veterans in their transition to entrepreneurship.  As a result, Veteran On the Move has over 7,000,000 verified downloads through Stitcher Radio, SoundCloud, iTunes and RSS Feed Syndication making it one of the most popular Military Entrepreneur Shows on the Internet Today.

This episode of Veteran On the Move features Joe Crane interviewing Navy veteran Ray Garfield, Chairman and Co-Founder of Garfield Public/Private LLC. Ray graduated from the Naval Academy and served as a Naval Aviator before an injury forced him to transition out of the military. He leveraged his skills by landing a recruiting role at Electronic Data Systems under Ross Perot. Ray's ambition led him to pursue a career in real estate, where he built and eventually sold a successful company. The episode dives into the diverse opportunities within the real estate industry, and how Ray's skills have evolved throughout his career. Listen in to learn how Garfield Public/Private LLC uses innovative financing solutions to bring hotels, convention centers, and other large-scale projects to life in cities across the country.



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Garfield Public/Private



 

About Our Guest   

As Chairman and Co-Founder of Garfield Public/Private LLC, Ray Garfield focuses primarily on leading the financing and legal team to engineer creative financing structures and secure capital for public/private developments. Ray is a 1966 graduate of the United States Naval Academy where he was on the football and track teams. After graduation, was commissioned as an Ensign in the Navy and served as a Naval Aviator. As a veteran with leadership experience both in the military and in the business world (running a development partnership alongside his son), Ray can give great insight into how a career in the military prepared him for entrepreneurship and his current role at Garfield Public/Private.



 



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Navy Federal Credit Union  



Becoming a member at Navy Federal Credit Union could help you earn more and save more. Their certificate options could earn you more than standard savings accounts with competitive rates. Not all financial institutions offer you as many choices for savings options as Navy Federal does. For example, you could start your savings journey with a low minimum deposit, add money at any time and watch your savings GROW! Thanks to flexible terms, you can use Navy Federal’s savings options for all kinds of goals—short or long-term.



Considering a big home improvement project? Maybe you want to consolidate debt? You could borrow up to 100% of your home’s equity with a Fixed-Rate Home Equity Loan with ZERO closing costs, or easily borrow as you go with a Home Equity Line of Credit. BOTH options could help make life's big expenses seem more manageable.



To learn more, visit NavyFederal.org.



At Navy Federal, our members are the mission.   



 



Incogni



Every year, both the number and scope of data breaches worldwide are rising. According to the 2022 Annual Data Breach Report by the Identity Theft Resource Center, the number of victims has gone up nearly 41.5% from 2021. These data brokers aggregate your personal information including your names and aliases, Social Security number, login credentials, home address, location history, online activity, and much more.  In a nutshell, your personal information is being sold or published online without you even knowing about it.



The good news is that you have the right to protect your privacy and request that data brokers delete the information they hold about you. The bad news is that it would take you years to do it manually, just once. And you’d need to repeat the process every few months as data broke...

This episode features Jeremy Stalnecker, a Marine Corps Veteran and CEO of The Mighty Oaks Foundation. Host Joe Crane dives into Jeremy's journey, from serving as an Infantry Officer in Operation Iraqi Freedom to his transition into ministry. Jeremy openly discusses the challenges he faced and the importance of support systems for veterans in transition.



The conversation then shifts to The Mighty Oaks Foundation, a nonprofit Jeremy established. We learn about the organization's mission to empower veterans and their families by removing barriers to PTSD recovery and healing. Jeremy shares the inspiration behind the foundation and how veterans continue their commitment to supporting one another even after their military service ends. He also offers insights into the challenges and rewards of leading a non-profit. Listeners will gain valuable takeaways on fundraising strategies and maintaining focus on a mission-driven vision.



Episode Resources: 



The Mighty Oaks Foundation



 



 

About Our Guest   

Jeremy Stalnecker, CEO of the Mighty Oaks Foundation, aids America's military and families battling combat-related wounds like PTSD. A Marine Corps veteran, he served in Operation Iraqi Freedom, acquiring leadership skills. As a USMC Infantry Officer, Jeremy received a Veteran Navy Commendation Medal with V for Combat Valor. Transitioning to ministry after the military, he counseled at Coastline Baptist, then served as Senior Pastor at Bay Area Baptist Church. Feeling the calling, Jeremy merged his ministry and military background, leading Mighty Oaks Foundation full-time where today he strives to provide healing for veterans and their families to battle PTSD and veteran suicide. Additionally, Jeremy is often a speaker on the topic of leadership and discipleship



 



 

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Navy Federal Credit Union  



You know I’ve been a Navy Federal member for over 34 years.  May is Military Appreciation Month, and Navy Federal Credit Union wants to celebrate their members who go above and beyond. Navy Federal offers member-only exclusive rates, discounts and tools to empower their members and help them reach their goals.



They offer twenty-four-seven help from their U.S.-based member service. They offer resources like “Best Cities After Service” to help Veterans transition to civilian life and “Best Careers for Military Spouses” to support military families. All branches of the military, Veterans, DoD employees and their family are eligible for Navy Federal membership.



Navy Federal’s employees are a part of the community they serve. Many of them aremilitary family members, reservists or Veterans.



Visit  navyfederal.org/celebrate to see all our Military Appreciation Month offers and other Navy Federal offers.



At Navy Federal, our members are the mission.   



 



MD Hearing



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Get the hearing you deserve with MDHearing. Go to ShopMDHearing.com and use promo code VETERAN to get their NEW $297 when you buy a pair offer. Plus,

Shannon Walker, CEO & Founder of Northwest Battle Buddies, shares her inspiring journey of providing service dogs to Veterans with PTSD. Walker, with 30 years of dog training experience, sheds light on the challenges and rewards of running a non-profit compared to her previous businesses. Funding remains a constant hurdle, but she discusses various fundraising strategies and the importance of building a strong team with diverse expertise. Northwest Battle Buddies has successfully paired 244 service dogs with Veterans, highlighting the life-changing impact these canine companions have on veterans struggling with PTSD. Walker emphasizes the proven effectiveness of service dogs and offers valuable advice for those considering starting their own non-profit



Episode Resources: 



Northwest Battle Buddies



 

About Our Guest   

Shannon Walker is the CEO & Founder of Northwest Battle Buddies, a nonprofit providing service dogs to combat veterans with PTSD. Inspired by her father, a veteran, Shannon's passion for supporting veterans runs deep.



 



 

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About Our Sponsors

 



Navy Federal Credit Union  



Becoming a member at Navy Federal Credit Union could help you earn more and save more. Their certificate options could earn you more than standard savings accounts with competitive rates. Not all financial institutions offer you as many choices for savings options as Navy Federal does. For example, you could start your savings journey with a low minimum deposit, add money at any time and watch your savings GROW! Thanks to flexible terms, you can use Navy Federal’s savings options for all kinds of goals—short or long-term.



 



Considering a big home improvement project? Maybe you want to consolidate debt?



You could borrow up to 100% of your home’s equity with a Fixed-Rate Home Equity Loan with ZERO closing costs, or easily borrow as you go with a Home Equity Line of Credit.



BOTH options could help make life's big expenses seem more manageable.



 



To learn more, visit NavyFederal.org.



 



At Navy Federal, our members are the mission.   



 

Want to be our next guest? Send us an email at interview@veteranonthemove.com. 

Did you love this episode? Leave us a 5-star rating and review! 

Download Joe Crane’s Top 7 Paths to Freedom or get it on your mobile device. Text VETERAN to 38470.



Veteran On the Move podcast has published 500 episodes. Our listeners have the opportunity to hear in-depth interviews conducted by host Joe Crane. The podcast features people, programs, and resources to assist veterans in their transition to entrepreneurship.  As a result, Veteran On the Move has over 7,000,000 verified downloads through Stitcher Radio, SoundCloud, iTunes and RSS Feed Syndication making it one of the most popular Military Entrepreneur Shows on the Internet Today.

This episode of Veteran On the Move spotlights Army Veteran and entrepreneur Pat DAmico, founder and CEO of About-Face Development.



Pat's journey began with enlisting in the Army after high school, later receiving a commission through the early commissioning program. He served as a military police officer, deploying to Panama, the Gulf War, and Cuba. Following his military service, Pat transitioned directly into the corporate world, securing a position at Johnson & Johnson. He then spent a significant portion of his career in the medical device sector.



At a pivotal moment, faced with the choice of further corporate advancement or charting his own path, Pat embraced entrepreneurship. He founded About-Face Development, where he now serves as an independent consultant. His expertise lies in identifying management and leadership gaps within his clients' organizations. Pat leverages his 25 years of industry experience and the leadership skills honed during his military service to design and deliver impactful content for his clients.



Episode Resources: 



About-Face Development



Pat D'Amico, M.S.Ed. - About-Face Development, LLC | LinkedIn



 



 

About Our Guest   

Pat DAmico, Founder and CEO of About-Face Development, has over 30 years of leadership and training experience. He is a veteran, a master facilitator, and graduate of the Berkeley Executive Coaching Institute. Working in Fortune 500 companies including Johnson & Johnson and Medtronic, as well as start-ups and the US Army, Pat’s leadership roles have included sales, commercial operations, recruiting, and training. Pat’s passions for the study of leadership, driving organizational success, and teaching, have led to his career focus in L&D. He holds an MS in Education and a BA in World Politics.



Pat is a frequent speaker and author on topics related to learning & development and leadership. His firm, About-Face Development, is focused on bringing its clients customized solutions to advance performance.



 



 

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About Our Sponsors





Navy Federal Credit Union  



Becoming a member at Navy Federal Credit Union could help you earn more and save more. Their certificate options could earn you more than standard savings accounts with competitive rates. Not all financial institutions offer you as many choices for savings options as Navy Federal does. For example, you could start your savings journey with a low minimum deposit, add money at any time and watch your savings GROW! Thanks to flexible terms, you can use Navy Federal’s savings options for all kinds of goals—short or long-term.



Considering a big home improvement project? Maybe you want to consolidate debt? You could borrow up to 100% of your home’s equity with a Fixed-Rate Home Equity Loan with ZERO closing costs, or easily borrow as you go with a Home Equity Line of Credit. BOTH options could help make life's big expenses seem more manageable.



To learn more, visit NavyFederal.org.



At Navy Federal, our members are the mission.   



 

Want to be our next guest? Send us an email at interview@veteranonthemove.com. 

Did you love this episode? Leave us a 5-star rating and review! 

Download Joe Crane’s Top 7 Paths to Freedom or get it on your mobile device. Text VETERAN to 38470.



Veteran On the Move podcast has published 500 episodes. Our listeners have the opportunity to hear in-depth int...

This episode features Marine Corps Veteran Eric Lazar, owner of SpeedPro Chicago Loop. Eric transitioned from military service by finishing his college education. After a difficult initial foray into the private sector, Eric identified the skills he lacked and bounced back. He thrived in the marketing and television broadcast industry, eventually becoming a national sales manager in Chicago.



Eric chats with host Joe Crane about his path to entrepreneurship and his decision to become a SpeedPro franchisee. He candidly discusses his early challenges and the hard-won road to success. The episode also dives into the benefits of franchise ownership for veterans, highlighting the opportunities it presents.



.Episode Resources: 



Large Format Printing Services | SpeedPro Chicago Loop



Eric Lazar - SpeedPro Chicago Loop | LinkedIn



Eric’s Email: eric.lazar@speedpro.com 



 



 

About Our Guest   

Eric Lazar, a Marine Corps veteran, brings over 25 years of private sector experience to SpeedPro Chicago Loop. His background includes pioneering sales strategies for broadcast television stations and leading successful ventures in the mobile technology industry. Eric's vision for SpeedPro Chicago Loop stems from his desire to merge his advertising and marketing expertise with a culture of innovation and community engagement. He concurrently serves as a Board Member for the Chicago Marines Foundation as well as the Communications Officer for Project Relo in his efforts to support military veteran causes. 



 

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About Our Sponsors





Navy Federal Credit Union  



Becoming a member at Navy Federal Credit Union could help you earn more and save more. Their certificate options could earn you more than standard savings accounts with competitive rates. Not all financial institutions offer you as many choices for savings options as Navy Federal does. For example, you could start your savings journey with a low minimum deposit, add money at any time and watch your savings GROW! Thanks to flexible terms, you can use Navy Federal’s savings options for all kinds of goals—short or long-term.



Considering a big home improvement project? Maybe you want to consolidate debt? You could borrow up to 100% of your home’s equity with a Fixed-Rate Home Equity Loan with ZERO closing costs, or easily borrow as you go with a Home Equity Line of Credit. BOTH options could help make life's big expenses seem more manageable.



To learn more, visit NavyFederal.org.



At Navy Federal, our members are the mission.   



 

Want to be our next guest? Send us an email at interview@veteranonthemove.com. 

Did you love this episode? Leave us a 5-star rating and review! 

Download Joe Crane’s Top 7 Paths to Freedom or get it on your mobile device. Text VETERAN to 38470.



Veteran On the Move podcast has published 500 episodes. Our listeners have the opportunity to hear in-depth interviews conducted by host Joe Crane. The podcast features people, programs, and resources to assist veterans in their transition to entrepreneurship.  As a result, Veteran On the Move has over 7,000,000 verified downloads through Stitcher Radio, SoundCloud, iTunes and RSS Feed Syndication making it one of the most popular Military Entrepreneur Shows on the Internet Today.