Today, Russell Harris and Scott Bishop sit down with Ben Faw, a West Point graduate, veteran, entrepreneur, and venture investor with a remarkable journey. From leading troops in Iraq to helping launch Tesla’s iconic Model S, Ben’s career has spanned the military, Silicon Valley, and the startup world. Now, Ben shares insights on building scalable businesses, the value of relationships, and how his military discipline prepared him for the highs and lows of entrepreneurship. Get ready for an inspiring story of resilience, innovation, and leadership!
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benfaw/
Email: ben@advoncommerce.com
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