Posts by VOM
The Chutzpah Advantage with Mason Harris
In this episode, Joe is joined by author and entrepreneur Mason Harris. What do you think of when you hear the word Chutzpah? Mason shares with Joe what he has defined as the eight key characteristics of chutzpah and how having “it” can help entrepreneurs push boundaries and take on challenges. Many of these characteristics…
Train with Ben Smith
In this episode, Joe is joined by Army Veteran and entrepreneur Ben Smith. Ben served in the Army for 7 years as an artillery officer. Joe and Ben have a candid discussion on the difficulties faced by Veterans as they transition to civilian life; including losing one’s identity as a service member and purpose that…
Surf When You Can with Brett Crozier
In this episode, Joe is joined by retired Navy Captain Brett Crozier, author of the new book Surf When You Can. CAPT Crozier served for 30 years as a Naval Aviator; commanding a F-18 squadron, USS Blue Ridge, and the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Rooseevelt. In 2020 CAPT Crozier made headlines when he sent a…
Wayfinders with Mike Brcic
In this episode, Joe’s guest is entrepreneur and founder of Wayfinders, Mike Brcic. Mike ran a successful mountain bike tour company for 24 years; starting with local tours and expanding to weeklong events in 45 countries. Seeing the need for and importance of meaningful connections and networks between entrepreneurs, Mike founded Wayfinders. Wayfinders offers like…
FedEx Small Business Grant Contest Winner BAYDOG
In this episode, Joe is joined by the winner of the 11th Annual FedEx Small Business Grant Contest Barton O’Brien. Bart is a Marine Corps Veteran and the founder of BAYDOG, a pet supply company. Transitioning out of the Marine Corps following his third deployment, Bart attended graduate school before starting a career in finance.…