Episode 03 – Connect, Resonate & Engage: Transforming Veteran Community with Lester Lumbad

In Episode 03, community‐builder and Southern Nevada Veterans Chamber of Commerce board member Lester Lumbad joins us to reveal how authentic connection can reshape the veteran experience. Lester’s passion for service goes far beyond a one‐time event—he’s spent years knitting together entrepreneurs, players, and nonprofits into a truly inclusive network that thrives on collaboration.

You’ll hear how Lester:

• Turns casual “hello” interactions into lasting mentorships that fuel business launches
• Crafts events that aren’t just check‐offs on a calendar, but emotional touchpoints where veterans find purpose and belonging
• Leverages digital platforms (from Clubhouse rooms to LinkedIn groups) to connect vets with resources, jobs, and new partnerships
• Walks through real‐world examples of how a simple community initiative can generate hundreds of leads for a veteran‐owned startup