Posts by VOM
The Wealth Elevator
Building a $2.1 billion real estate portfolio doesn’t happen by accident—it happens by design. In this episode, Joe Crane sits down with Lane Kawaoka, founder of The Wealth Elevator, to discuss how he transitioned from a corporate engineering career to managing over 10,000 rental units. We explore the shift from the “linear path” of traditional…
The Power of Being All In with Major General Robert Mixon
Transitioning from 33 years of military service is never simple, regardless of the rank on your shoulders. In this episode, Joe welcomes Major General Robert W. Mixon, Jr. (USA, Ret.), who candidly shares his journey from commanding the 7th Infantry Division to navigating the civilian workforce during the 2008 economic crisis. Robert discusses the “shock…
Rebel Leaders GSD with Nathan Tierney
Nathan Tierney joins the podcast to discuss his journey as a retired Army Warrant Officer and former Navy rescue swimmer. After transitioning from a career as a helicopter pilot to the civilian sector, Nathan ascended to senior executive roles at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, serving as Deputy CIO and Chief People Officer. Throughout…
Creative Storytelling with Creative Minds
In this episode, filmmaker Jake Isham shares how he went from making short films to creating content with over one billion views for brands like Grant Cardone and Callaway. Jake discusses the challenge of balancing creative passion with the business side of marketing and explains why every entrepreneur must be willing to put themselves out…
LIME Painting Franchise
Navy Veteran Kevin Schramm joins the show to discuss his path from military service to business ownership. After serving four years as a jet mechanic, Kevin navigated several career changes—including car sales and insurance—before finding his niche in the franchise world. Kevin shares the setbacks he faced early on, including a failed venture where the…