Vet to Visionary -Amplifying Veteran Entrepreneurs
This the is the Command Suite for Veteran Entrepreneurs. The uniform may have changed, but the mission of us being CHANGEMAKERS, INNOVATORS, & TRAILBLAZERS continues. Each week will connect you with successful veteran entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and program directors that will empower you to crush your entrepreneurial goals with actionable strategies, real-world tools, and a supportive community. It’s more than sharing stories—it’s a blueprint for veterans who are ready to level up in business and life. If this sounds like your kind of mission—or you know someone who’d thrive here—let’s connect. Don't forget to hit subscribe, turn on notifications, and share with your tribe.
Episodes
In this episode of the Vet to Visionary podcast, Reka Leftridge interviews VR Small, a Navy veteran and founder of the Veteran Women's Enterprise Center (VWEC). VR shares her journey from military service to becoming a visionary leader in supporting women veterans in entrepreneurship. She discusses the challenges women veterans face in the business world, including proximity bias and the need for community and support. VR emph...
In this episode of the Vet Visionary podcast, we dive into the world of personal branding with the trailblazing Michael ParkS, CEO of Daystar Branding and U.S. Airforce Veteran. From his journey as a veteran to becoming a renowned international photographer, Michael shares invaluable insights on how personal branding can transform your career and business. Discover how he leveraged his military discipline to pivot during challengin...
This week’s guest on Vet to Visionary is none other than Prince Dykes — retired U.S. Navy Chief, Founder & Chief Investment Officer of Royal Financial Investment Group, and the driving force behind the Wesley Learns empire.
What started as a $500 investment has grown into a multi-million dollar portfolio and a national mission to equip kids with financial literacy early.
He's the author of the Wesley Learns series, the creat...
In this powerful episode of the Vet to Visionary Podcast, host Reka Leftridge sits down with retired Navy Senior Chief turned real estate leader, Javon Burden, for a raw and transparent conversation about life after service. Javon opens up about his mental health journey, navigating geo-batching, and the breakdown that became a breakthrough.
Together, they explore the reality many veterans face: self-doubt, isolation, and the search...
In this episode of the Vet to Visionary Podcast, we welcome Chadrick Davis—a 20-year U.S. Navy veteran turned nonprofit leader and financial literacy changemaker—into the Command Suite.
Chadrick is the co-founder of the Global Children Financial Literacy Foundation, a powerful nonprofit on a mission to equip the next generation with the tools to understand what many of us had to learn the hard way: how money really works.
From launc...
In this episode of the Vet to Visionary podcast, Stephanie Brown, CEO & Founder of The Rosie Network and the U.S. Military Spouse Chamber of Commerce stops by the Command Suite and talks with Reka about the challenges faced by military entrepreneurs, the importance of mentorship, and discusses the creation of an ecosystem for veteran entrepreneurs. The conversation emphasizes the impact of collective efforts in supporting milit...
In this episode of Vet to Visionary, Reka sits down with Terry Spain — CEO of Sports First Media and Terry Spain Consulting. A retired U.S. Navy Chief turned global speaker, author, mentor, and seasoned sports commentator, Terry brings decades of leadership experience to the mic.
Terry shares his powerful journey from military service to entrepreneurship, offering insights on:
- The mindset shifts veterans need to thrive as busines...
In this episode of the Vet to Visionary Podcast, Reka interviews Melissa Washington, a proud Navy veteran and the Founder & CEO of Women Veterans Alliance. They discuss the importance of creating a supportive community for women veterans, the journey of building the Women Veterans Alliance, and the resources available for women entrepreneurs. Melissa shares her experiences in networking, the significance of safe spaces, and the...
In this episode of the Vet to Visionary Podcast, Reka interviews Anthony Cosby, a Navy veteran and entrepreneur who founded STZY (Steezy) a brand focused on athletic footwear. Anthony shares his journey from military service to entrepreneurship, discussing the challenges he faced, the importance of mindset, and the role of faith in his business. He emphasizes the need for resilience, the significance of finding the right manufactur...
Welcome to Vet to Visionary — the podcast where Veteran grit meets visionary goals. Hosted by your Vet Biz Bestie, Reka, this is your new go-to space to hear real, raw, and inspiring stories from veterans who’ve traded their uniforms for entrepreneurship and leadership.
We’re amplifying veteran-owned businesses, elevating voices you need to hear, and spotlighting the organizations that support us. From ideation to innovation, we tal...
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