Your Next Mission®

Your Next Mission®

Your Next Mission® video podcast with host 12th Sergeant Major of the Army and Co-Founder of the American Freedom Foundation Jack L. Tilley, proudly presented Navy Federal Credit Union and Purdue Global with additional sponsorship from Blue Cross Blue Shield FEP Dental, Blue Cross Blue Shield FEP Vision, and USAA. Your Next Mission® is a program initiative of the American Freedom Foundation that provides digital and online content, resources and support to our Veterans, Military Servicemembers, Military Spouses and their Families. Episodes released each week on Tuesday at 0800 CST

Episodes

May 6, 2025 49 mins

In recognition of National Small Business Week and National Small Business Month, we highlight Navy Federal Credit Union for its dedication to assisting Veterans in starting their own small businesses.

 

In the latest episode of the Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley sits down with Will Scott, Vice President of Business Solutions at Navy Federal Credit Union, along with business entrepreneurs Aaron and LaVonia Gipson,owner...

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In this episode of the Your Next Mission® videopodcast, SMA Tilley sits down with Besa Pinchotti, Chief Executive Officer of the National Military Family Association (NMFA). They discuss various challenges that Military Families encounter and outline the initiatives NMFA isundertaking to support these families.

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In this episode of the Your Next Mission® videopodcast, SMA Tilley interviews CMSgt Karmann- Monique Pogue, Command Senior Enlisted Leader of Space Training and Readiness Command (STARCOM), U.S. SpaceForce. They discuss the establishment of U.S. Space Force and STARCOM's mission to train Guardians for operations in the space domain.

 

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In this episode of the Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley interviews Chad Bruckner, a police officer, author, motivational speaker, host of the Motivate Change Podcast, and U.S. Army Veteran. They discuss how military service has significantly impacted Chad's life, shaping his personal endeavors and post-military career.

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In this episode of the Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley welcomes the 1st Infantry Division Command Team, MG Monté L. Rone, Commanding General and DCSM Derek Noyes, Division Command Sergeant Major. Together, they explore the rich history of the U.S. Army's oldest division, famously known as the Big Red One, and delve into the significance of designating 2025 as The Year of the Warrior.

 

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In this episode of the Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley is joined by BG(R) Mike Eastman, Executive Director of Onward Ops, and Col (R) Howie Cohen,Principal of Cohen & Associates and Board Member of Onward Ops. Together, they share how Onward Ops is transforming the lives of Servicemembers by helpingthem uncover their Identity, Purpose and Community as they transition from military service.

 

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In this episode of the Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley hosts Austin Carrigg, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Exceptional Families of the Military (EFM), alongside her husband, SGM Joshua Carrigg, Operations Sergeant Major for USAMDW/JTF-NCR and theirdaughter, Melanie. The discussion focuses on how EFM aids military families with special needs children and educates them on what life is really like as a Department...

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In this episode of the Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley sits down with Mike Erwin, the Founder and Executive Director of Team Red White & Blue (RWB) and a US Army Veteran. They discuss the role of physical activity as a key to a healthy, productive, post-military life and how Team RWB provides fitness, health & wellness and community for Servicemembers, Veterans, and their Families through chapters acros...

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In this episode of the Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley engages in a discussion with Phyllis Wilson, President of the Military Women’s Memorial and Chief Warrant Officer 5, U.S. Army, Retired. They delve into the history of theMilitary Women’s Memorial and highlight several significant contributions made by women in the defense of our nation

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In this episode of the Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley engages in a discussion with Tim Jensen, Chief Brand Officer of Grunt Style and President of the Grunt Style Foundation, as well as a U.S. Marine Corps Veteran. They havean insightful conversation about Grunt Style, the largest patriotic lifestyle apparel company in the country, Tim’s transition from military service, and the mission of the Grunt Style Foundation t...

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In this episode of the Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley talks with the Honorable Tanya Bradsher, former Deputy Secretary of the U.S Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and retired Lieutenant Colonel from the U.S. Army. Theydelve into the relentless work of the VA to provide Veterans with the benefits they deserve and how the VA is meeting Veterans and their Families where they are.

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In this episode of the Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley interviews COL (R) Larry Perino, Assistant Vice President of Commercial and Small Business at Navy Federal Credit Union. Together, they explore the nuances of Veteran-owned businesses and provide key insights for Veterans embarking on their entrepreneurial journey.

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In this episode of the Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley engages in a conversation with Dr. Blas Villalobos,CEO of Centerstone’s Military Services —a non-profit health system focused on mental health and substance use disorder treatment for Veterans, Active Duty Servicemembers and Military Families. They discuss the range of servicesoffered by Centerstone, the eligibility criteria, and as a member of the Face the Fight c...

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In this special episode of the Your Next Mission® video podcast celebrating Black History Month, SMA Tilley sits down with CSM (R) Tonya Oxendine and COL (R) Dave Leach, Vice President, Leader Development Consultant at Bank of America Merrill Lynch. They discuss the significance of honoring African American heritage and the profound impact it has on our collective understanding and appreciation of their contributions to society.

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In the most recent episode of the Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley engages in a discussion with Chris Spencer, Consulting Practice Director-NetSuite® and Veteran Advocate for Oracle. They examine the process of transitioning from military service and how he assists his company in identifying Servicemembers who are suitable candidates for the organization upon their departure from the military.

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In this special episode of Your Next Mission video podcast. SMA Tilley sits down with Colonel Clydea M. Prichard-Brown Chief of Staff, 1st Theater Sustainment Command and her twin sister Colonel Clydellia S. Prichard-Allen, Human Resources Manager, National Capital Region/Military District of Washington. In celebration of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. National Holiday, they reflect on how his legacy inspired them and led them on t...

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In this episode of Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley sits down with Lieutenant Colonel Andrew (Andy) Andersen, Chief of Brand and Product Strategy, and Command Sergeant Major Faith Alexander, Senior Enlisted Advisor, for the Army Enterprise Marketing Office (AEMO). They discuss what AEMO is doing to keep the Army in the minds of the American people and their strategies to identify and recruit the best talent for the futu...

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In this episode of Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley welcomes SEAC (R) John Wayne Troxell, the 3rd Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.  As a motivational speaker, leadership coach, and founder of PME Hard Consulting, he shares his unique insights on transitioning from the military with a focus on Vision, Purpose, and Positivity.

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In this episode of Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley sits down with CMSAF(R) JoAnne “JO” Bass, the trailblazing 19th Chief Master Sergeant of the United States Air Force. They delve into her groundbreaking selection as the first female and Asian American in this esteemed role, her insights on leadership, and her ongoing dedication to the Veteran community.

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In this episode of Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley sits down with Justin Schmitt, Assistant Vice President of Corporate Responsibilities at USAA and the President of the USAA Foundation Executive Leadership Team, Face the Fight. They discuss the USAA Foundation’s mission to support our Servicemembers, Veterans and their Families through many of their social impact programs and their partnership with the Face the Fight ...

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