Comments on the Military and Business Ownership
We asked veteran owned businesses listed in VeteranOwnedBusiness.com to tell us how their time in the military helped them succeed as business owners. Below are some of their answers.
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“Taught me to always be prepared, honest and punctual.”
Joe Everett - All American Tree And Stump Removal
“Preparation and organization. Meeting deadlines, commitments and greater respect for our country and honor and respect for our fellow country men.”
Lawrence Daniels - Da Arla Tax Services
“I was in the NAVY for 6 years active duty. The service made me a more thorough and detailed person. I now have high standards of what I think is right and am very assertive in my work.”
Dennis Lucero - Defined Electric
“USAF taught me to manage resources and provided opportunities to lead people with a common goal.”
Lonnie Pace - Family Laundry
“Leadership, Focus, Attention-to-Detail, Perseverance, Character, Empathy, Passion and Commitment.”
William Faucett - Flagship Logistics, LLC
“It has helped me keep deadlines, be well organized.”
Dawn White - White's Cleanit
“It gave me a chance to have HUGE responsibility at a very early age. I was in charge of some very high profile programs. This experience propelled me into having the skills needed for entrepreneurship!”
Jeffrey Luckado - IMPACT Homebuyers Group, Corp
“Do to the military training, I have learned to communicate with different type of individual and to communicate with them their needs for my service. My main service is to help each individual to purchase the home of their dream or to help current homeowner get better rate and lower their monthly payment of their current home mortgage.”
John Sheppard - J Sheppard Loan Processing Service
“It taught me honor, integrity, hard work, perseverance, adaptability, how to improvise, overcome and complete on each mission.”
Shelly Bauer - Universal Investigations, LLC
“I learned discipline and responsibility.”
Donnie Cross - Just By Nature Candle & Soap Supplies
“Taught me discipline!”
Pete Brush - My Geek For Hire
“We’re trained to do our jobs and react to certain situations just the way civilian employees are. But we also have leeway to use our intelligence and awareness to respond to new situations and come up with new ways of doing things. We work in teams, so as problems come up, we solve them collectively and understanding the company’s mission and looking to my to employees for insights are all skills I learned while in service. In the military, we work in teams, and we have leaders just the way.”
Frank Valenti - Fulton Graphics, Inc.
“Has provided me the leadership skills to run a successful business.”
Stephen Pearson - High Tech Crime Institute Inc
“I was selected as the lead team leader into Baghdad because of my abilities. Leadership being paramount among them. The military trained me to master a task quickly and be able to teach it to others and lead them in a short period of time.”
Nickolas Starling - Veterans Venture
“Serving in the Army has given me the ability to listen, learn, and go with my instincts. I set the example of a good citizen, businessman, family man, providing good moral standards, and high integrity. ”
Walter S Willingham - Superior Retail Services, Inc.
“I am better prepared to take leadership positions and handle adverse conditions properly.”
Kim Carevic - Kim's Trucking Co. Inc.
“In my eleven years of service I have honed skills on being process orientated all the while keeping a steady pace in accomplishing the objectives set. Discipline and motivation has helped me accomplish whatever it is that I set forth to do.”
William Tortorice - Wealth Management Group, LLC
“Military training prepared me to follow rules and steps in order to achieve goals. It taught me teamwork and how to be a good leader. There are some of the things I was able to use in order to become a business owner. The Army core values are something I have used as a way of life both in the military and in the business world, and it has been essential to our growth.”
Fernando Martinez - Ostar Motorsports
“Discipline!”
John(Jack) Furtney - JS Gifts and More
“I learned how to discipline myself to run a lean business and to provide leadership to my employees!”
Mark White - Wake County Cleaning Company
“To deliver services in a promised time and respect customers.”
Thomas Covington - A-1 Copy Systems, LLC
“Military training and discipline coupled with hard work, long hours and camaraderie were influential in building fortitude, preparedness and can-do attitudes in me for life after the military. Seeing so many countries and what people live like in other parts of the world gave me an immense appreciation for what we have had here in America like no other experience could have. Being thankful for our freedoms by knowing the cost involved from our veterans and founding fathers is invaluable.”
Marty DiGiacomo - True Blue Transportation
“Organizational and leadership skills.”
James Abbott - Satcom Scientific, Inc.
“Higher work standards, better people skills, higher quality product efficiency!”
Roger Newcomer - Dick's Speed-O-Tach, Inc.
“Get it done attitude.”
Jerry Dorman - Jerry W. Dorman Master Electrician
“Being an Infantry officer in the Army is about health, fitness and self-defense of our nation, through leadership of others. Teaching traditional Kung Fu is all about helping others develop health, fitness, self-defense, and leadership skills.”
Doyle Perry - United Martial Arts
“Made me a more dynamic, honest and determined individual!”
Jake Haap - Orion Home Inspections
“The discipline and hard work that I experienced in the Navy was priceless. It helped me to create a successful pressure washing business. Serving my country through the United States Navy was one of the best decisions I ever made.”
KENNETH MEDINA - CFB Pressure Washing
“Motivation, Discipline, and Foresight!”
John Paff - EAR Alaska
“By supplying me with the tools to become a responsible, organized and motivated adult.”
Willie Vega Jr. - FITNESS 4 LIFE Personal Training
“Marine Corps taught me discipline and integrity.”
Steven Fikes - SFX Electric
“Taught me to lead by example.”
Jeffrey Allen - Global Crossroads Capital
“On active and reserve duty I obtained the position of Sr. Drill which allowed me Leadership and Management opportunities along with discipline and respect of others. This is the best Country in the world as I have been to several other countries during my 27 years in the Military. I believe our elders and military veterans should have the opportunity to have the best value of the services offered them. I have continually maintained a high level of schooling, education and knowledge in my field.”
Samuel Pozdol - Peete's Electric Company
“Military service has prepared me to be a better business owner; by being organized, to be able to listen to my customers and meeting their needs. Not to be afraid to fail, and if I do, not to stop until I get it right!”
Charles Reynolds - OR Communications
“It's helped me form objectives, and become better at forming strategies to reach those objectives. It's also helped me work as a team, develop SOP's in my business, and focus on the goals I have set.”
EJ Smith - Smith Business Development Solutions
“The military gave me Leadership skills and a "success driven" attitude; enabling me to focus on my business plan and objectives while providing a friendly atmosphere to my clients.”
Devin Waddell - Aquatic Explorers Society dba Elements Dive
“Basic training was no joke. It instilled discipline, courage, and the will to "drive on troop"! While stationed in Fort Kobbe, Panama I depended on the guy to my right and to my left. Same goes with business.”
Tom Carter - Ultrabrite LLC
“The military prepared me to be a better business owner, by challenging my mind and body through seemingly impossible tasks. After accomplishing these tasks, I realized that I can accomplish anything I set my mind to.”
David Zimmerman - Lawn n' Home Doctor
“Discipline in decision making during adverse situations by far leads the list. Leadership was always taught and practiced everyday as it is in the business world. No one never needed to tell a group of gathered people that they were in the militia.”
John Raddatz - Tri City Tool & Die, Inc.
“Aberdeen Proving Ground school for blacksmith and welding.”
Ruperto FUENTES - Universal Refractrs & Boilers
“Being a Marine & D. I. speaks for it's self - There is only one way to do it and "That's The Right Way". ~ They call me {The Box Doctor} and I have 46 years experience Semper Fi”
Roger Maxson - Maxson Container Consultants
“I learned the discipline I needed to keep going even when things got tough. I also learned perseverance, loyalty, and willingness to see a job all the way from the initial phase to completion and I thank the armed services for this.”
Olin Granthum - Nilo Construction
“Taught me planning.”
Peter Peno - The Hitch Man, Inc
“The twenty-one years of varied assignments and responsibilities inherent with the positions provided the leadership and know-how to become a small business owner.”
Gary Pitchford - Veteran Hire Pursuit, LLC
“Discipline of finances. Only taking opportunities that present winning outcomes. Networking opportunities.”
CHARLIE FRISCH - Z3 Consultants Inc
“As a Master Training Specialist with the USN I gained valuable teaching experience that helped the transition to the private sector.”
H.G. Laragione - Maritime Institute Inc.
“Prepared me to get the job done and to create a plan of action.”
Andres Avilez - A Vet Communications, Inc
“The Navy prepared me not only when I was active but for my future as a civilian. They taught me to work hard, learn from your mistakes, learn as much as I can, and help others.”
Richard Synek - Feed Our Veterans
“I learned the basic from the military, respect all people and do my best for the mission at hand... that reflects the way I handle my business.”
DAVID SMITH - S&S Towing
“Attention to detail!”
Paul Dinkins - Prep Security, LLC
“Taught me how to deal with stress!”
Marty Katz - QBD Consulting, Inc
“Taught discipline, honesty, character, loyalty which we implement in our business everyday. Taught how to honor your country and to be responsible for your own actions. Made us proud to be an American and that to serve in the military is an honor.”
Gilbert Sentell - Sentell Engineering, Inc.
“The military has given me the skills to work hard and over come many obstacles that you encounter when opening and running a business.”
eric hirt - Hirt Motorsports
“I am always on time and I do what I say.”
Sam Emmerling - Sam Emmerling Company
“The exposure to types of people outside of my chosen circle of friends and how to deal with difficult people are the most important lessons I learned while serving.”
John Hendrickson - Smoke Eaters Supply
“Procedures and systems.”
Ron Glazer - Ron Glazer
“The GI Bill launched me into an education in mechanical engineering. I started my education while still in the Navy and received a lot of help from my aircrew officers in mathematics and physics. I was then ready to start a 4-year program at UC.”
David Tostenson - DT Engineering Associates Inc.
“Organizational Skills - Paying attention to details!”
Jay Giese - American Pride Industrial Equipment and Services LLC
“Discipline & leadership.”
Brian Crist - MGQ & Associates, Inc
“The Navy gave me direction and allowed me to see opportunities that I thought were out of reach. It also taught me to be organized.”
Morgan Le Vally - Morgan Marine LLC
“It helped me pay attention to small details and being prompt.”
Frederick Franks - Acme Logistics, Inc
“Military service is invaluable in teaching one team work, discipline, communication, contacts, and allows one to establish life long friendships.”
David B. du Pont - HEPCO, Inc.
“Serving in our military has taught me the discipline necessary to manage the day to day operations of my business!”
Edward Humbert - Complete Heating & Cooling
“Taught me discipline and gave me the self esteem needed.”
Dan Engel - Employee Benefit Solutions LLC
“Leadership. Never surrender. Think outside the box.”
Fred Seger - Graydentech
“I was able to afford an education with the GI bill. Thank you Uncle Sam.”
Patrick Hamer - HomeSculptor
“Responsibility and honor.”
Joseph Gleason - J Gleason Consulting
“The good people that trained me at FT. Polk LA. taught me to never give up, no matter what the odds, keep the pressure up and persevere until the adversary can be conquered.”
Alfred Kamosa, Jr. - Kamosa Realty
“As a cook in the Seabees (NMCB-40) I grew to love the job & continued to cook after getting out of the military. This led me to start an ice cream parlor during the 1980's waffle cone craze & become inventor of the original flavored cookie cone.”
Eric Nielsen - My Go To Guy Products
“1- Dealing with diversity 2- making well thought out and timely decisions 3- Do what ever it takes to complete the project 4- Turning negative situations into positive results”
Mel Flaget - Point 2 Point Logistics (Independent Landstar Agency)
“The military's ability to create professionals, good work ethic, discipline and can do attitude has definitely helped me with my business.”
Michael Rock - Rocktek
“First and foremost, the Navy taught me electrical. I work until the job is finished. Confidence, knowledge and integrity were expected of me while serving and now those characteristics are provided for my clients.”
Steven Barrow - Sun Electrical & Renovations, LLC
“Determination, readiness, motivated, able to accomplish any task!”
Douglas Goss - The Plumber Company, LLC
“The military taught me determination.”
Vernon Williams - The Williams Company
“It gave me structure, dedication, and made me a man.”
James Carlton - Defense Components of Detroit
“90% of the employees of TCS Consultants are former service men and women or the children of service men and women. The military has instilled a sense of duty, mission accomplishment, and self discipline that we have transferred into our profession.”
Timothy Clegg - TCS Consultants, LLC
“Discipline.”
Thomas Crook - Uncle Tom's Handyman Service
“Attention to detail, self discipline, teamwork, and a "never quit" attitude was instilled in us in the USCG. If you apply these principles to everything you do, you will prevail.”
Donald Lynch - LYNCH Janitorial & Cleaning, LLC
“It gave me the skill to stick to it when the going has been slow.”
Richard Jennings - R H Jennings, LLC
“It has made me disciplined and focused and able to multi-task.”
Doug Robinson - Maine Inspection & Engineering Company
“Almost 10 years in the USAF taught me many things including trustworthiness, timeliness, honesty, sense of pride, and ethical behavior.”
Michael White - Heritage Heating & Air LLC
“It showed me the drive that it takes to succeed, and the integrity to make sure the job is done right.”
Nelson Borgeson - Borg Construction Services
“The submarine service taught me discipline and the need to work in cooperation with others.”
Michael Addison - Siella Imaging LLC
“The organizational and preparation skills I can say have given me a high drive to succeed in my business. Creating new goals and commitments. Being physically and mentally focused to complete specified tasks. Creating solutions to problems. I can say this is what the Military has done for me.”
Robert Dano - Zodiac Cleaning System LLC
“The Texas Air National Guard instilled in me (at least) three traits that are highly desirable in business owners/entrepreneurs... discipline, perseverance and tenacity. Without these traits I would never have been able to drive my business to where it is now.”
Chris Nicolaou - Texas DNS, Inc.
“The professionalism, discipline, and character of the people I had the honor to serve with taught us to always respect and treat our fellow man the way we want to be treated in business and in our every day life.”
Daniel B Jones - Purification Technologies
“Loyalty, Honesty, Motivation.”
Robert Collins - Collins Landscape Services
“For me, military service has instilled discipline and integrity, which carries over in any project I undertake, as well provided me with opportunities to develop and apply leadership skills. I believe these qualities and attributes have prepared me to be a better business owner.”
Maura Meade - AVON - Independent Sales Representative - Maura Meade
“The military helped by providing me with the determination to keep striving for success in everything that I do!”
Edward McCullough Sr. - The Bait Barn
“Through training and discipline my service in the military has helped to mold me into a well rounded thinker. It gave me a great deal of structure and that coupled with my creative abilities makes a great combination for success.”
Scott Ceretti - VETS ROCK Inc.
“Being a leader of Marines prepared me to take the reigns of my company and relentley give everything that I possibly can to ensure that our customer base comes first and receives nothing but the highest quality of service.”
Brett Granger - Global Garage Flooring and Design of Houston, LLC.
“The military gave me a sense of accomplishment and the will and desire to achieve any goal set in front of me. With the motivation given to me by the many people in the military pushing me only made me stronger as a person.”
Francis Kalokitis - Kal Kom LLC
“Went thru some trying times in the army (helicopter crew chief-Vietnam) which makes you stronger, so you can give the extra effort it takes to run a business.”
William Whelan - The Printing Works
“Discipline, integrity, persistence.”
Pete Chrzaszcz - Commercial MasterMinds
“The military instilled the importance of pride and dedication in the task at hand, also the need for attention to the details of any task I undertake.”
Michael Langel - Proving Grounds Lawn Care
“The leadership training I received in the US Army prepared me to take on many challenges in life as well as taught me the skills I needed to venture out and start my own business.”
Leopold Lacrimosa - SonoranDesertKnives
“Taught me a "never quit" philosophy!”
F Gregg Meagher - Life Regeneration Systems Corporation LLC
“Leadership, integrity, commitment.”
Carla Watson - A.C. Waters Mediation Services, LLC
“Introduced me to the disciplines required to get a job done and accomplish important and critical task without excuse or oversight. Also learned supervision, delegation, and leadership principles that have served me every day.”
Michael Thomas - Thomas Lock & Key
“Never give up and absolutely never forget what you're fighting for!”
Thomas Kamm - All Veterans Funeral and Cremation
“Attention to detail that is required in the military has driven our business. Getting to jobs on time and completing them with the quality that is required is also a skill pounded into us military members.”
Russ Stark - Surface Specialists of Arrowhead Country
“Discipline. Before entering the army I was a mess but afterward I became very organized.”
Stanley Sigstad - Trader Sigstad's Coffee
“100% disabled Viet Nam Era Veteran and formed the show to help other veterans navigate the system for their benefits.”
James Lytner - Veterans Talk / The Forgotten Promise
“Military service taught me that taking care of people is just as important as turning a profit. We truly believe that in helping others in a fair and honest way that we are also helping ourselves to be better people.”
robert thomas - Thomas and Sons Home Efficiency
“Paid for college and built leadership.”
Mike Olivera, DBA - Rescue Wireless Remote Computer & Network Repair
“It gives you the focus and discipline to deal with everyday situations. How to work as a team and to meet deadlines.”
Jean Danson - Allied Computers
“Disciplined, organized, motivated, on-time, responsible, professional.”
Scott Ehlert - Coastal Flooring Contractors
“Discipline, work ethic and organization.”
John Evans - AIM Home Inspection, Inc.
“My military career has taught me the organizational skills to conduct business and cope with the stress of business.”
Jim Thomas - Environmental Equipment Services LLC
“The Military service taught me to focus on a goal (mission) and don't be afraid to be adventurous. Add in hard work and you have the recipe to be a great business owner.”
Charles Moss - Mosscovers, LLC
“It has made me a more (nose to the grindstone) kind of a person. What ever it takes to get the job done.”
Gary Wickham - P.F.D. LLC
“Define goals, keep focus and achieve defined objectives.”
Leslie Cooley - Pierce/Cooley Architects, Inc.
“It has given me the discipline to realize that what the mind can see it can achieve!”
Richard Olvera - LegalShield Independent Associate - Richard Olvera
“I learned to take responsibility for situations.”
Christopher Rice - Southern Finishes Estimating, LLC
“Taught me to interact with all different types of people. Taught me discipline and accountability. Taught me loyalty.”
Steve Andrascik - Steve Andrascik (Henderson Home Search)
“When I enlisted in the navy right out of school, this was during the Vietnam war. I was a gun captain with the responsibilities of ten young men like myself, and the military by giving me that task set the wheels in motion, with teaching me leadership among my peers, and has helped me with my business.”
mike whitmer - Mike's Natural Stone Walls
“Discipline and professionalism!”
Erby Crofutt - B4U Close Home Inspections & Radon Testing
“With training in leadership.”
Tom Shelters - Shelters Home Inspections
“Attention to detail!”
eric smith - Father and Sons Lawn Care
“The military prepared me very well by instilling the willingness to work long hours and a toughness to complete any task. The military also gave me the opportunity to get a degree using the GI Bill which made this all possible. Thank you!”
Dennis Dilley - PCB Interconnect Solutions, LLC
“Military service instills many fine characteristics such as integrity, responsibility, loyalty, commitment, and much more. It makes you appreciate the freedoms that we are afforded because of the sacrifices of those know what it truly means to serve.”
Jeff Haynes - Realty Inspection Services, LLC
“I am a proud American with knowledge of how things should be done. I take great pride in my products and services.”
Patrick Ryan - AA Accents Ltd.
“Military service taught me about honor, integrity, service, and responsibility. My accountability to each of my patients comes from a partnership that I create with each of them, much like the soldiers previously under my command.”
Jennifer Paweleck-Bellingrodt - Bello Enterprises, LLC
“Discipline. It's all about discipline.”
Bob McGuire - Cooking Classes in Melbourne with Chef Bob
“One word: discipline!”
Gerald Greer - Mr. G's Tees, Inc. (dba Under the Moon Graphics)
“With 26 ½ years military service and 20 years of civil service with the Army and Navy, as an enlisted Air Force member through retirement from the Army Reserve as an Army Officer I learned organizational, management, leadership and down-to earth people skills that are essential in any business.”
Dwayne Burgess - Onsite Visions 360
“Being a Corpsman in the Navy for 8 years taught me leadership and attention to detail.”
Jeff Moore - Quantum Home Inspections, LLC
“Government contracts can be a daunting task. However, having served in the Army the skills you develop as a leader prepare you to adapt to changing needs and to pay close attention to detail.”
Taylor Justice - Squared Away Construction
“I was in the US Army in the early 1980's. As a young man starting fresh in the world, the army gave me the discipline, self confidence and the proper lifestyle structure to have 3 successful businesses and now my current website design company.”
Gregg Vollman - EZ Duzit Websites
“It matured me at a young age and made me realize the importance of how great this life truly is and that veterans have given all to make this country what it is today.”
Carl Hollingsworth - Lightyear Wireless
“Endurance and diligence.”
Tim Donaldson - Media Dreams LLC
“I wish there was more services like this.”
joseph jacobs - Military Veteran Painting
“By training me in the skills of a Physical Therapy Aide which are the foundation for my Massage Therapy training.”
Michael Wolfes - Michael's Mobile Massage, LLC
“Discipline and determination I learned in the Military has had a great part in my business that produces higher standard in my work.”
JERRY ACOSTA - JD and Master
“The years in the military prepared me to handle any situation that comes along. It also prepared me to persevere through adversity. It made me a stronger person both mentally and physically.”
thomas heinz - PDQ Delivery Service
“Military service taught me to persevere even in difficult times while always keeping excellence a top priority.”
Sarah Hudson - The Marketing Analysts
“My Air Force experiences expanded my view of the business workplace and now allows us to uniquely approach the field of human resources through an effective and efficient use of processes, practices and principles.”
Leanne King - SeeKing HR
“Being a leader and doing right by my fellow man.”
Kevin Barry - DJ/Karaoke Kevin
“The military helped me mature. It also helped in making critical decisions.”
James Mathews - National System of Garage Ventilation
“The military taught me to apply attention to detail in all my work. It has helped my organize, plan and execute the services I provide to my customers.”
William Slusser - Patriot Cleaning Services
“The Military taught me discipline and responsibility, these are the most important qualities that I have been able to bring to my business efforts.”
john gorman - Pocket Constitution
“Dedication, hard work and always faithful (semper fidelis).”
Ron Hall - R & S Small Engine Service
“Discipline and stick-to-it-tiveness, organizational skills, administrative, keep moving forward in the face of adversity; no doubt that without the skill sets I learned and honed in 18 years of military service that they prepared me.”
Doug Kelly - SEO for My Website
“Army leadership schools (Ranger School).”
Larry Mills - Skeen, Mohler & Associates Insurance
“USMC did for me more than I could ever explain in a paragraph. Women like myself going in the USMC in the 1970's were a rare breed among ourselves, before the USMC shaped us into Marines. Tolerance, patience, and ability to see through the BS.”
Hollyecho Montgomery - Women's Computer Consulting
“It has definitely installed the discipline and dedication in me that is required to run a successful business.”
Shonda Lewis - Proactive Support Solutions
“Went in as a kid, came out more grown up.”
Chris Rider - DirtGlue Enterprises
“I've learned to be self-disciplined and adapt to new environments with people of different cultures.”
CURTIS THOMPSON - DJ Tee's Entertainment
“Showed me how to be a leader. If you can lead you can do anything.”
Harry Goodman - Goode Cleaning
“I've learned to be a manager and dealing with different types of personalities. To have the persistence and dedication to drive through the difficult times and push hard for success. To maintain the highest level of INTEGRITY in all my dealings.”
Scott Husted - Shreveport Filtration LLC
“The Army has helped me become a better business owner by giving me the confidence and knowledge to provide people with a service. The leadership tools that I acquired in the army made me a better communicator and listener.”
Richard Baisden - T&D Productions, LLC
“My previous military training, discipline and service during WWII following an "unemployment recession" similar to the current national recession, was a factor in my desire to succeed in civilian life. I have since then, only once, during the entire period of my adult life, actually worked for a company.”
Leon B. Siwek - World Wide Waters
“Discipline is the word.”
Joseph Massie - Massie Commercial Real Estate Services
“As a Military Veteran, I have learned the importance of being a team player, as well as the ability to organize, and manage in a business environment. I have learned the ability to speak intelligently to any and everyone I meet.”
Deontea Vickers - The Notary Lady Services
“My military service has prepared me for life. Being a business owner is just one piece. The discipline and work ethic I gained from my service combined with a greater understanding of team and leadership continue to be useful everyday.”
Christopher Swenson - Brightcore Consulting
“The military taught structure and discipline, which is a must in business. Therefore, the preparation to operate a successful business has been accomplished. The military time taught patience for economic crisis and financial trials such as now.”
Toney Clark - Fresh Start Help Center, Inc.
“Discipline, Problem Solving.”
James Clymer - James Financial Mgmt Services
“My experience as an electrician in the Navy helped enable me to use this knowledge in construction and remodeling for residential and commercial customers.”
Robert Stouter - Stouter Construction, LLC
“The service taught me honor, courage, commitment, and how to think on your toes. Ever since my exit with the Navy I knew that I would do something great. I have always had high standards in everything I have ever done, now the business does that.”
Tony Webber - TNT Drywall and Painting
“Discipline, drive, and the determination to succeed and overcome any challenges I must face with persistence and the strong desire to achieve and do great things!”
Mark Jette - Artisans & Stone Craftsmen MARCO JETTE LLC
“It taught me that hard work and setting goals was the only way to achieve my dreams.”
Donald Chapman - Chapman Services KCMO LLC
“Integrity, discipline, management & leadership.”
Donald Carter - Secure Comm Technologies, Inc.
“Learned responsibility and chain of command.”
Clifton Coleman - Ugly Otter Trading Post
“Military Service should be an obligation and not an option. It prepares you for life!”
Jeff Ross - The One Day Landlord
“My military service fave me the ability to accomplish ANY mission. I learned teamwork-because in Navy lives depended on us. If we say we can do something, it will be done as agreed upon in a timely manner-no excuses.”
Paula Fialkoff - E-Synergy LP
“Discipline, motivation, and pride.”
Ken Martin - Lodging Kit Company
“Opened our small business up to more consumers. Especially fellow veterans who have stood tall and proud for our country.”
Kenneth Elliott - P's Sleeves
“Responsibility and accountability. The military taught me how both of these words will have an impact on my military career. Now that I am retired I have adapted these principals into my everyday business life.”
kevin Palladino - PAL's Power Washing, LLC
“Taught me to focus and set goals to attain desired results.”
Anthony Barbarette - Smoky Mountain Kayaking
“Military Service gave me my first introduction to Federal Government work and the discipline that was derived from being a Marine shaped me personally in my work ethics, attitude and dedication to detail. My Marine Corp training was invaluable.”
Valerie Lewis - Valerie Lewis Janitorial
“My military experiential base as a program and project manager, logistical specialist, and variety of other attributes from the service helped keynote the abilities I have learned to develop to be successful as a business owner.”
Dennis R Stebbins - Ventus Travel
“Plan your work and work your plan!”
Edmund Matricardi, Jr. - Combined Action Company
“The training I received in the NAVY helped with my self confidence and made me believe that I can do anything. I learned to work with many different people and honed both interpersonal and management skills.”
Jennifer Krajcir - Cycle Stop, Inc
“Being a former military member has set the foundation for my business. A great business owner constantly practices due diligence and commitment, and leadership, three very important skills that I have gained from my military experience.”
Jamie Kincade - JLK Global Enterprises, Inc.
“The Marine Corps teaches organizational and leadership skills that are vital in a business setting. It also instills values such as honesty and integrity, which many businesses lack these days. The military also paid for my college education.”
Nicole Wylie - No Streaking Professional Window Washing
“I am used to putting up with whatever it takes to get the job done.”
Paul Coghlan - Paul A. Coghlan & Associates, P.C.
“Instilled in me a sense of drive and purpose that has been the key to my 25+ years of success as operator and owner of a small business distributing safety products and protective clothing to industry. My business is my life!”
Paul Hill - PJ Hill Industries
“Being a Navy Chief Petty Officer, has provided me with the leadership and management skills that help make our corporation.”
Doylkes R. Grimes - Regal V, Inc.
“I am a disciplined, well organized and punctual business owner who believes in providing a quality service at a reasonable price.”
Joe Ferguson - Rio Grande Home Inspections, LLC
“The military was instrumental in teaching me how to take pride in my work, and how important ethics are in any work environment.”
Craig Sawyer - Tim Nolen Enterprises
“Being in the military gave me the courage to step outside myself and take a chance.”
Gail Walker - Paddle and Pedal Adventures
“I am currently doing the same work the navy trained me on almost twenty years ago.”
Kirk Campainha - Universal Fire Protection
“Honor, respect & pride in the job you do for your country or your customers.”
Shon Thompson - Thompson Business Service
“Looking back at all that I have accomplished and acquired from my military experience such as discipline, skills, and leadership experience has certainly made me ready to own a business. I would have never have changed a thing and would do again!”
Joe Lavid - Property Management Inc of SW Florida
“The Air force taught me discipline, to pay attention to detail, to be on time and many other things to numerous to name.”
James Gibbs - Quality Painting by James
“In December, 1967, I executed the documents to attend officer candidate school in the US Marine Corps. My approval to participate in the program occurred in April, 1968. I began my military career in July, 1968 as a US Marine. I completed officer candidate school and was awarded a commission as a 2nd lieutenant in the US Marine Corps Reserve. I then attended The Basic School and subsequently attended USMC combat engineer school. All Marines are seaborne infantry riflemen first and foremost. My training in leadership, military discipline, military organization, small unit tactics, espirit de corps and general preparation to go to war in Vietnam has served me well in business. My experience in war in Vietnam as a platoon commander of 30 plus Marines, my experience as a company commander of 180 Marines and my experience as a company level executive officer gave me leadership experience where I assumed responsibility for managing the lives of men that is only possible in war time.”
Ben Bell - JMC Construction LP DBA Safety Nerds
“Learned to be responsible, punctual, dependable, persistent, loyal, appreciate teamwork, respect for self and others, leadership.”
Jesse Willingham - TriMark Marketing Technologies, Inc.
“It taught me personal responsibility, accountability, and efficiently.”
william frueh - Treeline Design LLC
“I learned to lead and to make my own decisions and stick to them. Make goals and see them through.”
Joe Robinson - Traffic Safety System LLC
“As a veteran of combat ready carrier duty, it provided me emergency preparedness experience as it relates to supporting local and large scale disasters.”
Jerome Hamilton - TractorFax Technologies, LLC
“Discipline, courage with 3rd Bat/26th Marines and 1st Bat/13th Marines.”
Stephen Coyle - Town-Green
“It has given me the passion a desire to serve my fellow members of society. Providing them with an invaluable service at a reasonable cost.”
Kandra Ferguson - Ferguson Alternatives LLC
“I never quit!”
Boone Fowler - FineArtReps
“20 yrs. as a Navy Seabee has taught me a lot of construction skills as well as time management and self discipline.”
Fredrick Trippler - Fix It Fred Handyman Service
“My time spent in the Marines taught me dedication, discipline, and gave me a "No-Quit" attitude. It has helped me to start and run my company.”
Tyler Fox - Fox Benefit Solutions
“Prepared me for life!”
James Fecteau - Freeport Plumbing & Heating
“Service before self, Excellence in all we do, and Integrity first.”
Jeffrey Wharton - FullStock
“Having toured as a military musician and entertainer, I learn the secrets of having a good experience when traveling.”
Michael Embrey - FunME Events
“Traveling overseas in the Navy helped me prepare for my extensive travel, working as a Storekeeper provided warehousing knowledge and confidence in working with others overseas.”
Robert Mull - Mull Export Management & Consulting LLC
“My experience in the Army has showed me what to fight for and how a real family of soldiers can live together through all sorts of situations. It also gave me the strength to endure hardships as in business. While serving in Iraq I saw a need to create a private internet network so our unit could communicate back home to our families and friends, and it still up today.”
Marlon Williams - mWillsplace Mobile Inc
“The Navy provided opportunities for progressive leadership and management responsibilities and the skills to exceed in any environment. By capitalizing on the skillets learned, I have been successful in all my post Navy leadership roles.”
Kevin D. Reside - National Safety Technology LLC
“Military service (25) years has given me the necessary discipline and training to operate a business. After one year (1969) in the Mekong Delta, Vietnam, running a business seems easy.”
Joseph Reis - Naval Aviation Cadet Benson
“Discipline, Dependability, Respect, Dignity, and training.”
Justin Law - New England Security & Public Safety Agency
“Ownership, responsibility, being on time, working hard, do the job right!”
David G. Shaw - New Look Paint and Power Washing
“Discipline, hard work, loyalty, and ready to go "All The Way".”
Kevin Beasley - New Start Realty and Relocation
“Military service taught me discipline, strategic thinking, perseverance and teamwork.”
Tomas Santos-Alejandro - Nexus Technology Solutions
“Professional Military Education and a Bachelor's Degree from Southern Illinois University has given me the tools to succeed in life.”
Orlando Daniel - NJ Vet Sales
“I spent four years in the Air Force Medical Corp and flew as a crew-member in a "crash rescue helicopter." From Basic Training to Advanced Medical Training I was taught RESPONSIBILITY, SELF-SUFFICIENCY, DEDICATION TO PURPOSE, and that FAILURE IS NEVER AN OPTION. They have all served me very well in my private life and business career.”
Sharrel Davison - Northwest Uniforms, Inc.
“Leadership and management skills. Patience and perseverance.”
Edward Norton - Norton Consulting & Investigations LLC
“Discipline, hard work, and a "can do" attitude are attributes to any successful business.”
Troy Decker - Symmetry Installations
“To be on time and responsible for your actions!”
Jim Coshatt - T & C Services LLC
“'As I reflect back on my military experience and its “lessons learned”, it is clear that many are transferable to managing a business. First, you are only as good as your people. If you hire good people and mentor them, trust their will and allow them to grow, your team will ensure your business success. Second, hard work is the foundation toward developing a solid business model. Dedication and commitment are needed to ensure performance in the crowded business environment. Providing a quality product is not possible without the foundation. The last and I believe the most important lesson I brought with me from the Marine Corps was that nothing is as vital to success as high personal and professional morals and ethics. Without this standard success will soon slip from your group. Success in the business world is a challenge but possible following the principals acquired over a lifetime of military experience.'”
Terry Ebbert - T J Ebbert and Associates
“Integrity!”
Timothy Foor - T4 Construction, Inc
“Military service has prepared me to be a better owner because it made me detail oriented. It also helped me with my organization skills. I learned that organization plays a vital role on order in your business.”
Juan Davis - Tandem Productions LLC
“My Military experience has taught me the value of commitment, character, and discipline. I apply these attributes to the way that I live my life and the way that I manage my business.”
William Cobb - Targeted Tactics, LLC
“The Army taught me to pay attention to detail which in the business world is everything.”
Matthew Logan - TDL Electrical Contractors, Inc
“It gave me the ability to manage people.”
Lamont Jefferies - The Beverage Channel
“I was a Navy Corpsman for 10 years at which time my strong work ethic and discipline was forged. I thank the military for every good thing that has happened to me as well as every good trait I have grown.”
Kimberly Nash - The Bunny Baby
“The Marines instill self-respect, loyalty, attention to detail, and well to achieve dreams that may seem unreachable. Usually outnumbered, and trained to complete the mission and never to surrender, I view this poor economy as a strength, not a weakness, but to build on, and improve organizational operations to assure the highest customer service to accomplish company goals.”
Jerry Holmes - The Iowa Trim House
“The two owners of the firm are both in the Army Reserves. We both deployed to Iraq. We are now at the same Army Unit. Michael Chen is a 1LT (O2) in the JAG Corp. He just received his commission. He was a SSG (E6) prior to getting commissioned. Rex Tran is a SFC (E7). The military service gave us both the will and drive to own our own business. It helped give us the confidence, patience and the ability to pay attention to the details necessary to build a business.”
Rex Tran - The Law Offices of Chen & Tran
“I am able to improvise and adapt to changes in the marketplace faster than our competitors. Also, I consider those working for our organization to be our most valuable assets.”
Mark Moore - The MEP Group Inc.
“Communications and teamwork.”
James Sleter - The Place To Go Travel
“It Forged a "Can Do Attitude" Coupled with personal Accountability, Perseverance, dedication and loyalty.”
Octavio George Manso - The Pressure's On Us
“I have a great work ethic and I only do top quality work.”
Michael Ovens - A Brother's Pressure Cleaning & Roof Cleaning
“When I was drafted in 1971 I was only 19 years old. The two years I served I grew up and matured. I learned team work and the meaning to words like pride, honesty, respect, and loyalty. Today I apply these traits to my business and work ethic.”
Terry Bazler - A-1 Pool Care
“Taught me discipline, time management and structure.”
Tom Koziol - Accurate Insurance Services
“From boot camp to my duty station I had some of the finest examples of officers and Sergeants to look up to. I was lucky to get assigned to the best Sergeants and Officers that taught me leadership and that a man is only as good as his word. Never ask a man to do what you are not willing to do yourself. I was shown that a man dose the best that he can do in every situation. One name that deserves honorable mention is Command Sergeant Major Kennedy a top soldier.”
Stephen Pullen - Advantage Tool & Mold LLC
“Time and Organizing Management.”
Ginny Abbott - AG LifeStyle Concierge, LLC
“The military discipline, policies and procedures helped me to be a better entrepreneur. Order, responsibility and commitment are keys to a successful business. PLDC (leadership training) helped me prepare to be a better boss as well. I was trained in the Army to be a mechanic, which was my career goal since grade school. Also included in my AIT (mechanic school) was an annex on recovery that peaked my interest as well as gave me a good idea what proper vehicle recovery was all about.”
Kim Ford - Bad Girl Towing
“The responsibility and experience far exceed what you would learn in the civilian world. Let's not forget the leadership as well.”
Timothy Kropp - A. R. Kropp Co & Sons
“I learned to stay 200 steps ahead of what people might want from me.”
James Wright - LastWright Music
“Leadership and organization.”
Steve Lawton - Lawton & Company, Cabinetmakers by Trade, Inc.
“It has taught me key leadership, planning, and organizational skills.”
John Karafa - Leebcor Services, LLC
“Discipline, integrity, perseverance.”
Terence Jones - Legacy Contractors
“It provided the most amazing leadership training.”
Robert S. Beck - PinPont Results llc
“Credibility, structure, discipline.”
Cary Vea - Polytron Corporation
“I feel that the discipline I learned while in the military has helped me be a better, more organized business owner.”
George W Kempton - Porceline Company
“The Military made me a man. During my Tour of Duty, I learned leadership, respect, teamwork, organization, structure, and most important Honesty, Compassion, The love of our Country and all the people who live here and who give their lives everyday.”
John Dafonte - Port Bolivar Marine Service, Inc.
“Through my experience in the Army I learned how to effectively deal with and solve conflicts. I learned to be solution oriented and to know that no task or project is impossible to accomplish. I have adopted this philosophy and integrated it into our company mission statement. We pride ourselves on excellent customer service and the desire to go the extra mile to find a solution to any customer request.”
Anne Powers - Powerhouse Inc
“I have had served over 23 years in the United States Marine Corp, developed strong business ethics and discipline, and experienced working with many people from all walks of life.”
Richard DeVasto - LegalShield Independent Associate - Richard R. De Vasto
“Dedication to others.”
A Brummel - LegalShield Independent Associate - Angela Williams Brummel
“Command position.”
W Creighten Cornett - LegalShield Independent Associate - Creighten Cornett
“Tenacity to hang in there and network together, you learn a lot being part of a team (how to look out for each other, don't let your buddy fail and support. If it was not for my experiences my life would not be blessed as it is know. I thank my leadership in challenging me to achieve and never quit.”
Gregory Brown - LegalShield Independent Associate - Gregory Brown
“It taught me that we all need each other. It matters not where the other guy is from, or where he went to school, or what his occupation is; as long as we're firing in the same direction, we have each others back.”
Will Taylor - Precious Home Care Services
“Taught me discipline.”
Robert Abplanalp - Premier Carports
“Independent and confident.”
Dwayne Johnson - Consumer Choice Marketing
“Responsibility and dedication.”
Eduardo Gonzalez - PerfumeStudio
“It gave me the training and the tool to make my business work, it also made me think out of the box.”
Monty Hecker - Pride Asset Protection Inc
“Getting the job done right, the first time, on time. Teamwork and preparedness. Integrity is an integral part of our business and a core value of the Air Force and all armed forces.”
David Myers - ProAxis IT
“The skills that my partner & learned in the Marines & Air Force, with regard to assessment, planning & follow-through have all played an important part in the development of our business plan and implementation thereof.”
Edward Treanor - Problem Solver GPS Solutions
“The military gave me the discipline that I needed, which has helped me tremendously in my entrepreneurial efforts. It gave me a sense of self, and the desire to succeed. I developed a host of great, long lasting friendships, which will also assist me in my business building efforts. It is because of my time in the military that I have the drive to venture outside of the normal view of success and start my own business.”
Walter Lindsey - Unity One East, Inc
“The military taught me humility, honor, a strong work ethic, and follow thru.”
James Gigeous - Proficient Air LLC
“Organization, time management and leadership.”
Ed Pullen - Pullen Construction Services
“The discipline and commitment learned while in the service has been a great influence on my personal life and career paths. The attention to detail and responsibility I learned during my active duty tours has greatly helped me to focus and prioritize my agendas and duties.”
Christopher Gambill - Qwiksharp
“Management skills, discipline, team building, dealing with stress, mission focused, perseverance.”
Allan Jackson - Southeastern Data
“The Navy - Team work makes us all work together T-Together E-Everyone A-Accomplishes M-More”
Lawrence Baumlin - Southern Lights Electrical Contractors, Inc.
“I am a much more responsible, driven, & motivated entrepreneur who knows what to do to get the job done & understands the effort needed to see opportunities & investments through to the end. I help my clients also see the same opportunities & keep them in business. Staying within budget is very important & I help my clients make the most of what they can spend & the discipline to stay on their course of action no matter what the situation. If we must change, we adapt & overcome the obstacles”
Philip Gattuso - Southern Property Group, LLC
“For me it was the discipline to start true to course. It allowed me to become comfortable with stressful conditions and working with all types of people. The military personal and commitment to brothers in arms is something only a veteran and his family can understand. Whether you are WW1 or Desert Storm Veteran, we stand together in brotherhood.”
jack coovert - Southwest Refrigeration and Air Services
“The military taught me discipline, courage & strength. It strengthened the qualities that I already had & just made me a better person in general. From all the traveling I guess you could say I am more cultured as well.”
Sandra Atkinson - Stress Busters Massage Therapy
“I was in the 82nd Airborne, and that taught me to have a strict work ethic. I know that I can work long after others will quit, but I also know that looking at something from a different perspective. Sometimes flanking the objective can lead to a quicker solution.”
Randall Stutz - Stutz IT LLC
“Honor, Courage and Commitment. As simple as that.”
Aaron Ansarov - Legion Photo LLC
“Be honest, responsible, be a team leader, listen to people if they complain and make it better, treat people like you want to be treated.”
effort cheatham - Leroy's Catering
“Was given a typewriter while going into the seventh grade in school and have been typing ever since then. While in the Army in 1959, I was trained to be a Teletype Operator and worked at the Western Union at Ft. Benning, GA. Have been typing ever since then and had many excellent jobs which required my typing skills. Among them were Lockheed and also, Hughes Aircraft, typing Technical Manuals.”
LaWanda Lawson - Lighthouse Typing
“Self discipline, dedication, proper planning, & follow through.”
Kevin Wallis - Dreamscapes Paving, L.L.C.
“It taught me to be organized.”
Norman Edwards - Veteran Lawn Service
“The military taught me to work hard.”
Timothy Boson, Jr - Veteran's Landscaping & Lawns
“With the 6 different MOS's that I held, each one taught me something new on how to effectively run a squad, platoon and Battery and how to handle people differently to include training them. We all are different in how we respond to others and learn.”
Zachary Goss - Veterans Construction Group, Inc.
“After over 27 years service, I have an appreciation for the sacrifices our veterans have endured. To find disabled and unemployed veterans unable to find work is unacceptable to me. Military service ingrains a life-long work ethic which puts service above personal comfort; my business is just a continuation of my service to my country.”
John Campbell - Vetmade Industries, Inc.
“The Patriotism motivated me to go into my own business as Paul "The Flag Man" Bramson.”
Paul Bramson - V.E.T.S. - Ventura
“The Military taught me to Plan and stay focused on the goals I wish to accomplish above all to never give up!”
Edward Sordelet - Vets 4 Vets Inc
“Military service instilled in me a strong work ethic, and a can do attitude.”
Kirk D. Brown - We Serve
“Discipline, organization, attention to detail and drive.”
John Pillo - Weiss Medical, Inc.
“Disciplined approach to getting a job done.”
James Wilson - Wilson Stoyanoff, PLC
“The U.S. Army taught me as a young man how to be a productive citizen of this Great Country. It also taught me that whatever task undertaken to complete it to the best of my ability.”
Jim Winters - Winters USA Fuels
“In all aspects of organization, and attention to detail. My service in the United States Army had a hand in my commitment philosophy which now follows me in business. I am committed to best in class customer service to our clients.”
Perry-Nicholas Isch - Wishworks Media
“I learned leadership, organization and responsibility!”
Douglas Woodward - Woodward & Associates Inc.
“The discipline and teamwork aspects of military service lead to a reliable, self-motivated person. The education, both during and after my service, gave me the wherewithal to perform at my best in every endeavor, giving me a vast knowledge base from which to pull in efforts to complete projects beyond expectations.”
Charlie Woodward - Woodward Services
“Combat zone experience has taught me to be positive, make strong and bold decisions and not fear failure. To push beyond the normal guidelines in business decisions based on adequate marketing intelligence.”
john Thierry - Z-Coil Pain Relief Footwear - Dearborn
“Experience and discipline!”
Mike Penhallegon - PCM Precison Government Sales
“Serving in the Army for 9 years gave me the confidence,patience,integrity and respectfulness to start my own company. There are 3 things in my life I am grateful for. Meeting my wonderful wife, being a proud father and joining the US Armed Forces.”
Darryl Jackson - Pearl Acquisitions Group, Inc
“25th Infantry Division Troop List as of 31 January 1970Vietnam. 595 combat engineers. Motivated me to go back and finish school.”
DANA SORENSON - Platinum Home Mortgage Corporation
“As an officer in Viet Nam I was in charge of 40 men and a huge supply facility. At Fort Knox I headed all quartermaster operations in support of a population of 60,000.”
Gary Platt - Points North, Inc.
“My book has been in print for 10 years and I just wanted to "Give Back" for all of the help I've received through the VA.”
Tony DeLiso - Legacy: The Power Within
“Built confidence in my ability to do jobs right and be proud of my work.”
William Slater - Precision Machined Parts LLC
“My years of service in Special Forces gave me the background to be a disciplined, detail oriented, team focused contractor. My work ethic is hands on until the customer is completely satisfied. In the military you learn failure is not an option.”
Daniel Ross - Pro Paint/Glass and Home Improvements
“Dedication and commitment to country, family and self. implementing policy and procedure. executing your task effectively and efficiently. Prioritizing and research.”
GERALD HAYDEN - PTL Transportation Services, LLC
“I am a veteran of the United States Army. During my service in the United States Military, I have learned discipline, motivation and communication skills, which are all assets necessary to have a successful business. I have nine years of previous experience within the service industry and maintain a great working relationship with both customers and suppliers.”
Lonnie Morrow - Tomorrows Eco Services LLC
“Navy core values of honor, courage and commitment are a daily part of my business.”
Troy Olson - TNT Home Builders
“I apply the organization, leadership and discipline I learned in the military every day.”
Thomas Deierlein - ThunderCat Technology
“Aviation Electronics Technician training gave me the foundation needed to become a UPS specialist.”
william martin - Maxwell Electric Inc.
“To be truthful, prompt and dedicated.”
TONY DELLINCARPINI - Thompson Press Inc.
“Discipline and the chain of command combined with accountability of personnel is how military service has prepared me to be a better business owner.”
William Mitchell - Thomas Banks & Mitchell, LLC
“Leadership and commitment!”
D. Michael Johnson - ThermaCor, Inc
“The military taught me the benefits of determination and personal responsibility. I now own 7 businesses located across 5 states. I do not believe that I would have ever made it to this point in life had I not served in the military.”
Rick McKeithan - The Trailer Showroom
“The military has prepared me to be a business owner by giving me the ability to relate to a diverse population and laid a foundation for good work ethics.”
Jan Holness-Wilson - The Touch 4 Health & Wellness
“My military service taught me accountability, discipline and the value of trust and teamwork. I have learned to surround myself with highly motivated and educated people who understand the importance of the mission but are also compassionate. Trust comes from knowing your team is there for you at all times, just not when it is convenient and vice versa.”
Travis Bell - The Seven Bridges Group
“Leadership.”
Charles Baker - The Poison Ivy Soap Co
“When I got laid off, I wasn't sure just what to do. After doing some odd jobs for friends and neighbors, I realized how much I liked working for myself. A background of military service gave me the focus and drive I needed to get a small business going!”
Matt McDonald - Handy Mac Home Services
“I was drafted for military service while serving in Thailand as a Peace Corps Volunteer. I enlisted on the deferred entry program so I could choose my MOS. I was an MP in the US Army. I was given opportunities to further my education and when discharged worked as a civilian for the DOD for 38 years. Upon retirement I have been escorting small group tours to Thailand.”
Lee Porter - H2T3 Tours, L.L.C.
“survival school prepared me for operating a business in the current economic downturn!”
Harold Hobbs - Guardian Angel Cleaning Service Inc.
“Military service enhanced my personal character and helped create a grounded, capable individual. In the military, one learns the importance of leadership. With this knowledge, I have been able to elicit respect and loyalty from my clients and employees. The structured and disciplined environment of the military has proven to be a strong basis for running a business as well.”
James McClung - American Environmental Specialists, Inc.
“We have enjoyed a very successful business operation, due in part to my military service in the US Army. We have found numerous similarities to building and growing a successful engineering and land surveying company utilizing many of the skills and discipline learned while in the Army.”
David Harden - American Heritage Land Surveying and Mapping Inc.
“The military taught me self motivation and how to endure through hard tough times. Not to mention the fact that it gave me a chance to build my leadership skills.”
Tamarah Yardley - American Interphase Flooring
“Taught me that there is only self made limitations.”
Frederick Weisbrod - American Resources Unlimited, Inc
“The military has taught me to provide services and products with a no excuses philosophy of doing business. It is far easier to do the right thing the first time than to have to deal with it after wards. Also, taking responsibility for yourself and your team earns you respect.”
Terrance Johnson - Amicus Fitness Equipment Co.
“Improved organizational skills, rigid self discipline, training to act as an unit, Much improved leadership skills.”
Wallace Rogozinski - Anacapa Technologies, Inc
“Discipline. Integrity.”
Ed Coyne - Angelo PC
“My military service disciplined me to always commit myself to the highest quality in all things, to be loyal, be honest and be a self-starter.”
Martha Macias-Alexander - Martha Macias-Alexander
“I was a farm boy with little exposure to the outside world, the military allowed me and 5 of my brothers the opportunity to grow into the men we are today. All young men and women should experience serving the Country we live in.”
Brian Cole - Cole Diamond Flooring Inc.
“Honorable service in our military teaches the importance of team work, discipline, and dedication.”
Dennis Santo - Concerts For Troops, Inc
“As an officer, I have been prepared with leadership attributes and communication skills that have helped me in business. I have also been given the confidence to pursue my goals despite the projected outcome.”
Jeremiah Minner - Connecticut Academy of Martial Arts
“Learning how to be a team player, always providing the best effort no matter what the task, seeking council if unsure on how to proceed with an assignment.”
Miichael Boss - Construction Consultants Ltd.
“After serving in Iraq as an Infantryman in the US Army, well I knew I could do ANYTHING. I opened a store where I could serve military members and public safety professionals, giving them the respect they deserve.”
Ezra Child - Cop's Closet
“To be honest with my employees and customers. To respect all people and help anyone that I can, regardless of race or color. We are all one trying to work for the same goal, working together for a quality service and fair pricing.”
Anthony Scimone - Creative Designs, LLC.
“My years of experience in Business has prepared me for starting a new business.”
Richard Kaufman - CSR-Support LLC
“Serving in the Air Force gave me the knowledge and confidence to start my own business. I learned that paying attention to detail in business will put you above the competition.”
Karl Hart - CyberCon Security Solutions, LLC
“The NAVY made me a stronger person to address things head on, make business decisions, detail oriented person. Make sure all the i's and the t's were dotted and crossed. Be professional in all matters of business. Take charge, step up do what is right. Be fair be on time, keep your word. Be honest with everything and everyone. Do right by everyone.”
Eddie Jones - D & K Business Systems, Inc.
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Anthony G. Moretto - Daddio's OnPoint Auto Repair, LLC
“As a United States Air Force Security Policeman he was charged with protecting government personnel, assets and information essential to national security. He served and trained in various capacities including; Missile Security, Convoy Actions, Capture and Recovery of Nuclear Weapons, Air Base Ground Defense, Emergency Services Team and Infantry.After leaving the military he served in various capacities in the private sector: Background Investigator, Pre-Employment Screener, Audits and Inspections, Specialized Training Instructor and Account Manager for various levels of security stemming from Security Guards to Close Protection Specialists.”
Damon Finch - Damon Finch Power Sessions
“Gave me my independence, taught me responsibility.”
Leah Brunson - Dependable Reliable Nursing Service
“The military prepared me to be a better business owner by ingraining the value of impeccable integrity, hard work, discipline, attention to detail, and country into my daily life and attitude! Never give up and never compromise.”
Hayden Hartland - DiskAgent
“It has helped me to be more prepared and gave me the confidence to get through the ups and the downs of running a business.”
Jeremy Paris - Diverse Concepts, Inc
“Military service provided me the discipline and work ethic to be a better business owner. Improvise, adapt, overcome.”
Steve Pritchard - Division 16, LLC
“As a 20 year Air Force member, you learn certain aspects that aren't readily learned in the civilian sector. Qualities like leadership, mentoring, and a strong pride in success. The basic core values of the Air Force say it all: Service before self, Integrity, and excellence in all we do!”
Donald Johnson - DKJ Technologies
“Leadership and management skills were my platform for entrepreneurship. Problem solving skills and abilities prepared me to provide solutions. Reacting to changing situations and criteria prepared me to be flexible. The USAF fostered my loyalty and need to serve. Mission success helped prepare me to be a change agent. Leading team members prepared me to pursue risk management and mitigation. The Air Force allowed me to think outside the box and to restructure the box to meet needs.”
Cherly Baugh - Government Integrated Business Approaches, Inc. (GIBA)
“The training provided in the Military provided the values and discipline necessary to execute and grow my business. A can do attitude, where there is no giving up, always going the extra mile. This sets us apart from our competitors.”
David Rambhajan - Industria Inc.
“Ability to make command decisions, lean on principles and instinct, and get the job done, no excuses.”
Dillon Sanders - Inbound, LLC
“The Marine Corps produces disciplined leaders. I am a Marine.”
Gregory Vacheron - Independent Courier Services
“Stay focused and something will happen for you!”
DAVID HALL - DH Service and Maintenance
“I received discipline, professionalism!”
Bill Stinson - BW Stinson's Barbershop
“Discipline; commitment; integrity; focus; dedication to the mission; dedicated to service.”
Earnest Williams - C2i Solutions, Inc.
“It has created a sense to help others in their time of need.”
Ernesto Figueroa - Cadence Surveillance and Investigation
“I have served over 24 years in the military and it has provided me with many experiences and exposures that enable me to better serve a broad and diverse range of clientele.”
Sharon Shinn - California Holistics
“Tour of duty with Special Forces has taught me how to manage during chaos.”
Robert Elton - Cameo Technology Management, Inc.
“Endurance, organization, leadership, discipline and team effort.”
Earnest,George,Terry, Conrad Carter - CeeBee Enterprises LLC
“The military teaches you from the start to achieve goals once thought unattainable.”
Reginald Williams - Celeritas Sports
“My time in the Marines gave me the experience to overcome hardships and succeed where others have tried and failed.”
STEVEN LAPP - Champion Trucking Inc
“Military service taught me the importance of diligence, perseverance, and integrity. My customers know I am prompt, will perform the job to the best of my ability, and will remain at their job until my work is completed to their satisfaction. The importance of following a course of action and remaining on course has enabled me to build my business to the level of success it is today. Lastly, my belief in ongoing training enables me to stay on top of my industry information.”
Jeff Gamblin - Tiger Plumbing Services
“The Navy made me learn how to pay attention to detail and to push myself when I am ready to quit or give up.”
bradford spelbring - Tool Belt Training
“After 25 years in the U.S. Army I feel I can run any type business because of my training and work ethic.”
Gerry Fleming - Bottom To Top Home Inspection
“Judgment, justice, decisiveness, initiative, dependability, tact, integrity, enthusiasm, bearing, unselfishness, courage, knowledge, loyalty and endurance.”
Ryan Christensen - Dragonfly Home Inspection LLC
“Leadership skills.”
Earl Passmore - Earls Lawn Care
“It has helped me learn how to listen to my customer's needs. I am very detail oriented due to my service in the military as well as I can know communicate with every race, religion, and attitudes given by individuals. I am proud to have served my country.”
CeCe Houston-Ellis - Beauty On Display
“Training, discipline and work ethics.”
Wesley Benjamin - Benjamin's Contracting Company LLC
“Military service prepared me to lead as well as follow. As a business owner you need to know yourself and your employees. You need to know when to step back and when to step forward. You need to know what a team is and how to function as a loyal part of that team. Military service is about team work, taking the lead when necessary and knowing when its time to follow. A Business requires that you not only lead but that you be able to follow and make good decisions that allow for growth.”
Teresa Thomas - Beth Dimensions
“Dedication to service!”
john butler - Better Done Improvements
“As a member of the USAF I was selected to attend NCO Leadership School as an E-4. I was selected as a Stripe For Exceptional Performance Recipient after turning around a office that was devastated by attrition. Having 7 people under me who were on their way out the door, and 7 people just new to the military, I was able to install recognition programs to motivate all members involved resulting in Professional Military Office of the Year Awards.”
Ernest Blue Jr - Blue Crew Realty LLC
“Created independence and discipline.”
Jimmy Henry - Blue Gables Motel and Coffee Bar
“It taught me the value of the human element and teamwork and duty.”
Rodney Bolles - Bolles Investment Group
“Military teaches how to work independently and as a team. In Design and Retail you need to know how to work well with other. It also gave me the strength and guidance to follow through with my business.”
Deborah Hampton - Boomer Graphics & Embroidery
“It made me a better and responsible person.”
anthony tinsley - Bosstown Clothing
“The discipline and organization skills every veteran receives while in the service can only help in establishing a well-run and efficient enterprise.”
Bruce McKinnon - Bruce McKinnon LLC
“The discipline and attention to detail that I learned through military service has enabled me to fight through the obstacles of small business ownership and come out the other side with a successful company.”
Ed Bryan - Bryan Exhaust Hood Cleaning Service
“Discipline, confidence, & drive.”
Daniel DiMento - Buena Vista Landscaping
“The Marine Corps has taught me to take pride in whatever I do, be the best, and to never quit. Serving also showed me how good us Americans have it.”
Joshua Snider - Semper Fi Pressure Washing LLC
“Discipline and organization!”
Ron Vice - Semper Fi Lawn Care and Snow Removal
“Prepared me to lead my employees and make critical calls for the better of my company!”
Eric Perez - Semper Fight
“Taught me to strive for my goals. Taught me discipline, and respect towards others.”
Thomas Snell - Shiny Paws Moble Pet Grooming
“My time in the United States Army taught me self discipline, respect and love for country.”
Gary Toth - Shirley Foods Inc
“20 years of service in the United States Armed Services has greatly enhanced an appreciation for teamwork, attention to detail, and a sense of respect for those above and below me. Failure is never an option, yet sometimes necessary to address. 20 years serving The United States encouraged me to take advantage of the great opportunities available by the very nation I was defending.”
Thomas Monin - Kentucky Professional Land Services, Inc.
“The USAF taught me to persistently strive for growth and improvement.”
Robert Earl - Utility Control Systems Management, Inc
“Wife is co-owner and she is the veteran.”
Stephen Brooks - Killeen Fence Company
“Attention to detail and dedication to excellence.”
Homer Betts - Electronic Health Care Solution
“Serving 21 years in the United State Air Force has prepared me to be a better business owner primarily because eleven of those years I served as a Military Training Instructor. The job of an Instructor requires total professionalism and dedication. Dealing with several different backgrounds and attitudes at any given time could not have prepared more.”
Darlene Brown - Fully Promoted powered by Embroidme
“United States Marine Corps, Honor, Courage, Commitment and Attention to Detail. All lessons learned in the Marines are priceless that gave me a strong edge over my civilian competition. No college in the world can teach you to be a leader like the Marine Corp.”
Rajendra Hariprashad - Ena's Driving School, Inc.
“By serving in the military, I learned that leadership is about serving others and not just about my own needs. As a leader in the military and in business, I realize that my decisions do not just occur in a vacuum, but that they affect those around me as well as individuals that I may not even know.”
Barry Broughton - AKT Combatives Academy
“The Army taught me that I could do far more than I ever believed possible. With teamwork and determination, all problems can be overcome or worked around. That you don't quit until the job is done. The military gave me confidence in myself, exceptional leadership skills, and a lasting sense of pride in our great country. I feel honored and privileged to have been able to serve.”
Betty Bishop - Workhorse Bookkeeping
“The discipline of the military is the greatest teacher followed by respect for people and self. It also gave me the skills to go into this business and being in the Navy in such close quarters taught me how to get along really well with all kinds of people and all types of situations.”
Alvin Anderson - I40 Machine & Tool, Inc.
“The military has better prepared me to become a business owner by giving me the discipline needed to take on these challenges, and the ability to make decisions based on pure logic.”
Jose Ontiveros - ICS of El Paso, LP
“Allowed me to have control over everything, and push it to be successful!”
Jack Liberi - Innovative Security
“Being in the Navy helped me develop the discipline that I need to be successful in business.”
Christopher Hill - Intel Services Group
“The two most important traits that I developed while serving in the Navy were: 1. Attention to detail, and 2. Tenacity. Without these two traits, I would have never been able to open my own business.”
John Crews - Intelligent Information Publishing
“My military service was unquestionably the most important step I took on my pathway to founding a highly successful and professional company. The more important elements that I learned during my military career have to do with Ethics, Ethos, Accountability, Initiative, a Zero tolerance for failure and a high level of organizational and situational awareness skills that I can honestly say places myself and Intrawork above ALL the rest.”
Scott Bruno - Intrawork
“Proud of what I do for charter clients. Trainable and can learn new things everyday. Commitment to finish the mission.”
Jeff Lyons - Island Time Charters
“My military service has given me the opportunity to serve my community even after my retirement and shown me how to make it happen.”
John McCabe - J and L Industries
“Because of my military service I'm always on time, & ready to do a job well done.”
Mark Manning - Jacksonville Plumbing Authority
“Gave the building blocks of life.”
James Lampman - James W. Lampman Investigations
“Leadership skills, determination and the understanding that you can do anything if you work for it and put your mind to it.”
James Putt - JandJ SuperStore
“My military experience prepared me for the dedication required to own and operate my own small business. Without the four years of my life spent in service to my country I would be flipping burgers instead!”
Jason Janes - Janes Surveying, Inc.
“Discipline, organization and confidence were key during my service tenure. This gave me an excellent start to enhance my abilities and go forward. My business ethics and product quality is a prime example of this.”
James Taber - Jax Signs & Neon
“Through my Military career, I strove to live by the Navy Core Values of "Honor, Courage, and Commitment." In the Business world I have expanded upon these core values to include "Honesty, Reliability, and Integrity," and run my business in accordance with these values.”
Joseph Mangano - JBL Towing
“Through discipline and Honor I know that know matter how tough things get I will come through.”
Rocky VonZidkow - VonDari Moto
“Military service teaches you team work and discipline and these are important to have when you are running your business.”
Edward Horn - Horn Corp
“The discipline and attention to detail leaned in the Army prepared me to be a self employed person. Without those attributes and other attributes it would be very difficult to run a successful business.”
Henry Johnson - HJ Trucking
“My training throughout the military gave me a new perspective on what attention to detail consist of and how to delegate for better results.”
Mark Baird - HirePatriots South Carolina
“Discipline!”
Susan Barrow - High Desert Design
“As a JAG officer, the continuous training and extensive experience I received prepared me to be a better leader. Having been both an officer and enlisted service member gives me a broader perspective into the unique circumstances and enhanced needs of veterans.”
Everett McKeown - Veterans Legal Advocates, P.A.
“My military service has made me responsible. Once I start a job I make sure it is done right the 1st time.”
Charles Welegala - Heartland Alternative Energy LLC
“The leadership, time management, and organizational skills I learned in the Marine Corps helped prepare me to become a business owner and manager.”
James Hagerman - HE Media, LLC
“After spending eight years in the Navy I was provided with the knowledge to carry out my work assignments properly. I was also provided with the leadership characteristics that transform into daily business. And the discipline and determination to carry it out.”
Paul Hartung - Hartung Electric
“Training.”
Richard Parker - RRP Consulting Construction & Management, LLC
“Military service showed me how to assist others in accomplishing their mission.”
Nick Ryan - Ryan Design Group
“The Marines have taught me how to adapt and overcome insurmountable odds. In today's economy businesses are struggling and it takes an untiring devotion to meet objectives to survive regardless of the obstacles which is what was preached to me on a daily basis during my glory years in the Marines. Once a Marine always a Marine regardless of the mission. In addition we worked as a team which is absolutely necessary in any business that is going to continue to climb the ladder of success.”
Santo Vitrano - S.M.V. Business Services LLC
“My military service taught me the leadership necessary to manage and motivate personnel effectively. I learned that I do not need people to work for me, but rather with me toward a common goal. A mutual respect is an essential ingredient in any successful working relationship.”
Michael Friedel - Safety First Technologies, Inc
“Being in the Old Guard taught me to be meticulous and detail oriented in everything that I do. It drove home the point that you should "walk the walk to talk the talk" with everything you do both personal and in business. It has made me the person that I am today.”
Mark Brinson - Saint Acupuncture and Wellness
“Discipline and structure military provided is key to running any business.”
Robert Birdsong - Scan Am Marine Services, Inc
“Military life helped shape my life go better serve my customers.”
chuck Brokhoff - Scrubs Mobile Auto Spa LLC
“Taught leadership and management skills while providing unique experience and qualifications.”
George Gennin - SDS International
“Determination and willingness to improve.”
PAUL ZIEMBA - SDV Contracting, LLC
“I have incorporated the skills learned in the service with my knowledge of technology to create, develop and patent a First Alert, Physical Security and Notification system complete with report capabilities. This combination has enabled us to deliver needs asked for by Department of Homeland Security Science & Technology (DHS S&T) that can be used by many people, government, education and industry groups.”
Carl Fitzsimmons - Seamless Communications Group
“Discipline and focus.”
Jason Warren - Security2020
“Leadership skills and self confidence.”
Clinton Mitchell - Seegra, LLC
“Military service instilled a sense of disciple, organization, team work, and accountability into our organization. The name of our company, Semper Fi, translates into "always faithful to our mission". We take that phrase literally, and it permeates our corporate culture.”
Kenneth Lee - Semper Fi SDAV, LLC
“The military has offered extensive real-life experience that helps tremendously when facing the day to day operations of a business. It provided great leadership honing opportunities, working under pressure frequently and learning how to effectively handle the situation with invaluable experience.”
Carlos Cardenas - Semper Wi-Fi
“My Wife and I created SemperToons to fill the void of Men and Woman around the globe defending their freedoms and not having a focal point for morale. I served 21 years as a Marine and have devoted the last 16 years working out of my basement focused on this goal. - Thank you, now it's back to work. Charles "Gunny" Wolf USMC/Ret., Creator of SemperToons”
Charles Wolf - SemperToons
“Provided a broad base of management experience and levels of responsibility.”
John Frederiksen - Senior Scene Magazine
“Leadership training.”
Thomas Shambo - Shambo & Associates, LLC
“Discipline!”
adrian kirby - Shapes Inc.
“During my 28 years in the Military I gained experience in managing multi-million dollar projects in logistics support, operations. This experience also included the management of personnel. This world wide experience has given me the skills necessary to become a better business manager. Because of my military experience I have been able to grow the business into eleven states.”
Mr. Patrick Hughes Sr. - Hughes Group LLC
“A big part of my life history is that I had the rewarding experience of serving in the military (Army) for 12 years, which has helped me connect with individuals from all diversities and walks of life in my practice. I aim to help individuals create a balanced life of overall wellness, through Massage Therapy and Wellness and Lifestyle Coaching.”
Keveyonna Davis - Massage Therapeutics, LLC
“Leadership, Confidence, Willing to do whatever it takes!”
Josh Wakeland - ie Graphics
“24 years of leadership experience.”
Edward Dunn - Innovative "Org" Design, LLC
“Taught me how to be accountable.”
Tom O'Reilly - Insurance Quotes Chicago
“The military is a great place to develop the leadership skills and "can do" attitude that only comes through experience. As a business owner, I needed a strong character foundation to build upon and the Marine Corps was just the place to build that. The culmination of experiences while serving continue to serve me in all aspects of my life both personal and professional. "I wouldn't be here if I hadn't been there".”
John Jeffries - FISECx LLC
“I learned discipline, focus, grit, compassion, empathy, and servant leadership. I was immersed into the neuroscience of adult learning through PME (professional military education) as both a student and trainer. My exposure to the amazing diversity of humanity and the plight of the "under dog" continues to influence how I treat others. I learned the cost of freedom and the importance of preserving it. God, family, country.”
Dennis Funk - Edifi Training
“It pays to be a winner.”
Robert Showalter - Showalter Construction LLC
“Learning to drive and work hard and be the best has taught me to be the best and always strive to be the best. We even live by our own version of the ARMY values here at Techwarrior Computer Service.”
Roderick Rotzien - Techwarrior Technologies LLC
“Responsibility and Managerial duties, working with people to accomplish many scheduled and unscheduled missions helps you become a excellent multi-tasker. Learning to work smarter and not always harder to accomplish assigned tasks on time. Training and leadership provided at phases of learning and educating the mind to be responsible for enormous workloads at a moments notice helps you relate to the business world.”
Mike Williams - Telmek LLC
“Without a doubt, the Air Force instilled a sense of honor and service. This is a cornerstone of my business and has made my agency on of the top agencies in Tennessee. Doing what is right even when you do not make anything on the deal is the thing to do. This always comes back 10 fold.”
D'Lon Dobson - TennHealth Insurance Services
“I served 2 years with the Military Police which taught me to be self reliant and to think on my feet. I took advantage of VA Training With the first Architectural firm I first worked with in 1973.”
Terence Myers - Terence L. Myers Architect Inc.
“I knew I wanted to be an entrepreneur all my life, the military service gave me the discipline I needed to realize I had a real passion about owning my own business. Now I'm doing it!”
James Green - The Arthur Milledge Consultant (AMC) Group, LLC
“All Heart Home Care is a Veteran owned senior home care agency owned and operated by Eric Barth who formerly served in the United States Air Force. I proudly served my country and now with dedication & compassion I aid seniors and fellow Veterans in receiving the best home care services San Diego has to offer. I recruit the most trusted caregivers in the Greater San Diego area. To my fellow Veterans, I thank you for your service. For quality senior home care needs, call All Heart Home Care at 619-736-4677.”
Eric Barth - All Heart Home Care
“I am the spouse of a disabled veteran. He served 20 years in the Navy. Our sacrifice as a family as well as his service and dedication has helped us to be responsible with finances, meet deadlines and more than anything stick together. We like to give back now and have recently added an entire line of military flowers that were created with our military in mind. Our flowers are used for veteran's organizations and fundraisers. We are proud to still be connected to the military community.”
Susan Jones - The Eternal Rose
“I was a LRRP for the 101st Airborne in Vietnam. I learned it is better to be behind the enemy than in front of him because he doesn't know you're there. I learned that the skills of a warrior who goes actively out to face the enemy are good preparation for business where you have to create your idea and then go out and make it happen. I learned discipline, follow-up, and integrity. I also learned to get my hands dirty and work hard.”
Larry Chambers - The Larry Chambers Company
“Throughout 30 years as an Air Force Judge Advocate, I provided legal advice to thousands of active duty & retired military members & their families, across all ranks & services. Combined with my subsequent government & corporate experience, I learned how to work effectively within a large organization. I also learned what it takes to stand up for my clients, say "NO" to those in authority, & argue that my clients deserved better treatment. This has helped prepare me to confront the VA.”
Barry Allen - The Law Office of Barry P. Allen
“The military has trained me to lead in a variety of environments. I am ready to enter the civilian world using this knowledge and experience as my backbone!”
Jeffery Kane - The Margarita Man of Columbia
“Discipline, sense of duty, dedication to the job, larger view of life and the world, recognizing needs, prepared to help others and work as team.”
Fritz Strehlow - The Mentor Group
“The Air Force taught me about self discipline and how to constantly thrive to better myself. The Air Force also taught me the need for, and importance of, attention to the details of any task I undertake.”
Kevin M. Leonard - The Ohio Home Inspections Company
“My first major assignment was as the Principle Instructor in the Marine Carpentry shop, The Transportation School, Fort Eustis, VA. This had me running a 80,000 square foot wood working factory, and an instructional school teaching enlisted men the repair of harbor craft of the US Army. So, I ran an educational / manufacturing business, learning supply management, scheduling, production and inventory planning, personnel supervision and time allocation. A great start to a 58 year business career.”
Raymond Strakosch - The Reflectory
“Don Stallard retired from the U.S. Air Force Reserves as a Lieutenant Colonel. His most recent positions were Deputy Commander of Resources and Squadron Commander for airlift forces at Rickenbacker ANGB, Ohio and Wright Patterson AFB, Ohio. He also served 5 years on active duty in the Air Force as a jet pilot and is a decorated Vietnam veteran. His entrepreneurial spirit emerged in 1984 when he applied his military background and business experience with the founding of The Reserves Network.”
Don Stallard - The Reserves Network
“I find it necessary and a competitive advantage to be decisive and fully committed to a course of action. My military training included an emphasis on the importance of decisiveness. That training has served me well over the years.”
John Kopra - The Retirement Plan Company, LLC
“My 20yrs served in the US Marine Corps helped me to honed my personal skills as a person. My determination, drive and confidence in self has been fine tuned to overcome difficulties in stressful situation. My 3 combat tours during Operation Iraqi Freedom shift my perspective on the world and made me appreciate home more. I push all this into this business to bring an honest and fair practice to logistical operation.”
Quentin Brown - Move Your Freight Logistics
“Leadership!”
Russell Weisse - DustyDiamond Enterprise
“My military service has prepared me to be a business owner in many ways. Being in the military has given me organization and leadership skills. I am able to stay calm under pressure and have the perseverance to tackle any task and see it through, no matter how difficult it is, thanks to the challenging situations I faced as a member of the Armed Services.”
Tamara Duke - Duke Family Carpet Cleaning & Flood Service
“The discipline and work ethic I learned in the Navy along with learning how to work with people from different backgrounds, and cultures gave me the skill and leadership ability to make my business successful in a competitive industry.”
Steven King - Diplomatic Solutions
“Providing opportunity to find solutions not already broadly held in the mainstream.”
Charles Danley - Diesel Max, Inc
“I learned discipline at an early age (entered the service at 17). Whenever I need to be disciplined about conducting business, I draw on my Army experiences.”
Derrick Wilson - Derrick Wilson | Consultant
“I learned my craft in the Army. I continue to serve as an Army Public Affairs Specialist.”
Christina Dion - Define Standard Communications
“As a 20 year retired Chief Gunners Mate, I learned to lead and take care of my people. They are the ones that make me successful and I am nothing without them.”
David & Terri Rohman - D&T Arms
“The army gave me the skills to be a leader and to help others. Therefore giving me the confidence to start a business.”
William Dobson - D&P Bio-Haz
“The military has the the best detailed cleaners in the industry.”
DONALD PAGE - A & D Services
“My Naval training and experience has given me the discipline and wisdom to help me make better business choices.”
Craig Arnold - A Kid's Adventure
“I am very goal orientated, and hold myself, employees and business to a higher standard.”
Thomas Rostron JR - Tom Rostron Co. Inc
“As an Ensign in the USNR I was assigned to DDG-9 USS Towers as Asst Weps. I was 21 and had a division of 27 men ranging in age from 18 to 49. I grew up quickly and learned how to manage in a crisis... which is the same as managing in non-crisis mode... learned a lot about being squared away and responsibility which has carried me thru life in my business and personal life. I am currently the Commander of the Tigard Community Emergency Response Team with 150 volunteers under me.”
Bruno Amicci - Triad Technology Group
“Willingness to tackle and task, location, and requirement in order to achieve the goal.”
Dale Church - Triton Electrical Contractors, Inc.
“Organizational management and attention to detail has helped this company in operations and sales force execution.”
Mark Putiyon - TSI
“Honesty and integrity above all else.”
David Bixler - Twin City Metro Wash, Inc.
“The military instilled more drive and motivation in me to accomplish the things I want.”
Mark Stanley - Twisted Computing
“Wanting to take an idea and bringing it to fruition by never giving up on it. Similar to the military in that you never let your fellow soldiers down by quitting on them in the heat of battle, you will always be there fulfilling your commitment to finish the deal with them come hell or high water. It's about honor, dedication, and loyalty to finish the deal.”
Dan Leonard - U.S. Outdoorsman Central
“My Navy experience taught me organizational skills together with the hard work and dedication necessary for ULTIMATE Protection Firearm Academy to be one of the safest, customer friendly CCW training facilities in Michigan; culminating in realizing our community based goal of building a family recreational shooting range.”
Al Polkowski - ULTIMATE Protection Firearm Academy
“Discipline.”
James Conley - Direct Connect Computer Systems, Inc.
“The Army gave me the self discipline to complete college and start a career in manufacturing which led to owning my own facility.”
Eric Szewc - EPS Machining
“My time in the Army was spent dealing with challenging issues around the world. We were always short on time, people, and resources. Being able to complete the mission no matter the situation is a skill you can't be taught. Now, I find myself facing challenges and obstacles in the business world. I'm confident that I can get the job done, just like I did in the Army. Plus, now there isn't anyone trying to blow me up.”
Justen Garrity - Garrity Renewables LLC
“The experience I gained serving in the U S Marine Corps has given me the confidence, leadership abilities, and discipline to successfully operate my business.”
Carmen Pitarra - GC Enterprises, LLC
“Signal corp specialist message center, crypto responsibility. Leading the security of the message center. These areas taught me to take responsibility for making sure we were following procedures to make us successful in our job function. Today that conditioning makes me follow the same training needed to face even a more dangerous area the business world.”
Lee Schiller - GB International Packing Service Inc
“Our team is comprised of dynamic individuals that have dedicated their professional lives serving in the United States Military, as well as continued service in the private sector, supporting aviation and protective service operations internationally. Aero Group Global is a SDVOSB, with its Key Personnel encompassing core values reflective of the US Military's Special Operations Community on the ground and in the air.”
Thomas Armstrong - Aero Group Global
“Discipline, integrity and the will to complete our mission give us a distinct advantage.”
Stephen Manthey - Kane Manthey Architects Incorporated
“The military gave me the discipline and courage to not let anyone tell me what I can and can not do. It gave me leadership skills to be able to take a small group of realtors and teach them how to become High Volume Sellers.”
Raye Mayhorn - Realty Executives of Killeen
“Military Service instills values that last a lifetime as well as the opportunity to serve your country. Proud to be a USN military veteran.”
phillip solomon - Solomon Electrical Services
“Being a member of our military taught me how to be disciplined and organized. These qualities have been carried over into my business in every sense imaginable. Paying attention to the smallest of details is very important in my line of Work. This was very much instilled in me during my military service. I am proud to have served in our armed forces and I know that what I learned during my services will be a part of my life and business always.”
Shawn Wise - SOS Diesel Service
“Discipline, focus and follow through.”
Steve Rose - Solar Solutions Unltd.
“Experiences as a supervisor, Instructor and Team Member/Leader. Focused on Helping Others Protect Themselves. Career Military.”
Gary Lindenmier - Arizona Firearms & Defensive Training
“The discipline and focus I gained in the Army has helped me throughout my life, and it helps me in my business as well.”
William Ashby - Ashby's Crafts and Gifts
“The Marine corps provided me at a young age the tools, ability and confidence to improvise, adapt and overcome any situation in life, from the tip of the spear to civilian life. Semper Fi!”
Jake Rayl - AT Foam
“My professional goals are simply a continuation of the leadership concepts I developed in my military career. Which is to be so effective in developing individuals, teams, and systems, that any business can thrive because I have developed resourceful leaders. Every day we must deliver results and how we deliver those results makes a difference in our personal and professional success.”
Gabrielle Bernal - GEM Elite Marketing
“Never Quit! Always Be Faithful, Pride and Honor.”
Brian Petrone - Brian Petrone Process Service
“It has given me the tools, intelligence and understanding to change the things that can be changed, work with the things that can't be changed and the wisdom to know the difference! It has also given me the patience to work with some of the idiots that I come into contact on a daily basis that THINK that they know more than I do about my work.”
David W. Dextradeur - Buckeye Byte Works LLC
“The Marine Corps Gave me my best qualities: Loyal, Honest, Satisfaction of helping others with my skills, Self gratification, discipline! Always prepared, Over come and adapt. Never FAIL!”
Carl Brown - Buddy's Heating And Cooling
“It is very simple - It taught me hard work - team work - and discipline!”
Frank Myers - Low Voltage Cabling Systems, Inc.
“Discipline & training for inventory & supply control of various products & services.”
Larry Freistein - LS Chemical Services
“The military training we received educated and trained us in self discipline, self management, self starter, independent thought, and the importance of continued education. Of special importance was the the belief in duty, honor, and country. All of these disciplines and beliefs have created by way of life experience one more incontrovertible truth, the importance of family. This has been my cornerstone for success.”
R. Jeffery Daley - Luxury Valley Homes Scottsdale AZ Real Estate
“The military taught me to be a part of something that is bigger than myself. To take pride in myself and the tasks that I perform. To do what it takes to finish what I started.”
Bill McWilliams - MAC Excavating Company, LLC.
“At the age of 18 I joined the US Navy and learned more about Discipline. My parents got me started, but the NAVY taught me a system of rules governing conduct or activity. The best business's use the golden rule. Treat others as you would yourself.”
John Gutmann - Machine Press Video Productions
“I am very diverse because of the military.”
Ruth Bostick - Silvergem Enterprises
“I've learned through life, specifically through growing in a network of Marines and Servicemen... best said by the late Jim Rohn, "Service to many, leads to greatness!" If we find a way to serve the many, we will achieve greatness! That is exciting news when your mission and goal is to help people. My intentions in the Marine Corps at an early age was maybe not as humble as it is now, and the service was on a different playing field, but now in the secular world, my goal is to serve the many!”
Kevin Brassell - SimGym, LLC.
“Discipline, honor, commitment, were just words before the military. Now I live by them!”
Kim Thompson - Sistre's LLC
“Military services instilled discipline in me and made me realize that I could do anything I put my mind to doing!”
Tamara Rajah - Skip To My Lupus Incorporated
“The structure learned from the military has been emphasized in my company. We strive to take care of all our customers the same way and to provide the very best service that we can. We always go a little extra such as cleaning the machine and the surrounding area where the machine is located. We try to maintain a schedule so the customer knows when we are coming and can depend that we are there when we say we will be there.”
fred bonda - First Call Services Inc
“You don't have enough room on your server. I am the man today BECAUSE of the military. Self respect, chain of command, work ethic, time management, how to conduct one self as a man, those are just a few ways the military has helped me.”
Neal Elden - installyourfloors
“Military situations have given me the precedent and the preparation necessary for dealing with the daily adversity that comes with running a small business. Additionally, the lessons of leadership while in the service of our country has provided me with an outstanding foundation for leading the employees of our organization. A day does not go by that I am not thankful for the experiences, the friendships and strong bond formed while in the US Armed Forces. Thank You!”
Lou Bartulovic - Interior Classics Inc.
“More organized than the average Joe.”
Joe Foley - International Association of U.S. Government Contractors Houston Chapter
“I am who I am today because of my years on active duty. It takes everything that I've learned leading soldiers to run my own business.”
Tim Higgins - International Minute Press of Western Wayne County
“It taught me discipline.”
Steffon Ridgeway - Nashville Mobile Party DJs
“It instilled a sense of pride, ownership, responsibility, respect, and professionalism in what I do. My service also taught me to never give up and always give my all.”
Jason Chan - NC Glass Chips
“In my 40 years as a veteran entrepreneur in the fields of Information Systems and Real Estate, the knowledge gained is the result of my military experience, my diligence to excel and my love of the business environment. Through all these endeavors and support of my family, I believe I have accomplished a great deal and I applaud the Army for showing me the correct way to handle life’s situations. I firmly believe every American should spend time in one of our distinguished military branches.”
Patrick Rann - Next Day Appraisals, Inc.
“Being a Security Specialist in the Air Force trained me to follow procedures, be disciplined in my actions, to think before acting and how to manage people. Desert Storm taught me, first-hand, what courage and integrity is and what could happen when they are lacking. Honesty, teamwork, integrity, courage - with self and others.”
Jay Kurtz - STL On Line, Inc.
“My Army service had trained me to be persist in achieving my goals. I also learned that everything is not what it seems and to analyze a situation from different points of view. It also taught me to be extremely patient.”
Andra Hargrave - Global Sales Advisors
“When in the service I leaned about leadership and how to follow instructions.”
Harrison Mcquinn - GMD LLC
“Military service has shown me not only how to lead, but how to follow. The principles of "adapt and overcome" have never been so valuable as they have been in running my own business. "Never give up" and "failure is not an option" are my mantra. As a real estate agent, giving selfless service is a necessity.”
Cathy Baumbusch - GoArmyRealEstate
“What you do is more important than what you say.”
Dan Rieth - Golden West Technology
“The Ohio Air National Guard taught be to be able to work in any situation. I gained many leadership skill through the military. It has made be a very knowledgeable business owner.”
Kevin Gordon - Gordon Excavating, LLC
“I have 16 plus years working and managing in a disciplined military environment. I manage my business meticulously and my employees the same. Everyone is equally important and contribute to the team efforts of providing outstanding customer service to ensure client satisfaction.”
Denard Powell - DM Powell Management Group, LLC
“The military taught me that with hard work and discipline, I can accomplish anything.”
Donna Bannecke - Doggie Do's Grooming
“Military Service taught me respect, integrity, honor, to respect authority and to uphold the Laws of the Land.”
Mike Milner - Mike Milner Real Estate Services
“The Marine Corps has given me the discipline and commitment to start and run my business efficiently.”
Dion Cavin - Mile High Travel Service
“Leadership skills, team building, initiative!”
steven belzer - Milestone Outreach, Inc
“My brother and I are both veterans and we both feel like we left the military with a deep respect for order, discipline, team work, and one-on-one communication. We apply our experience daily in promptly returned phone calls and emails, and a customer first approach to business.”
Jim Jablonski - Millenium Products, Inc.
“The military taught me that no matter how difficult things are, they can always be worse. It taught me organization, leadership and communications skills.”
Joseph Miller - Miller-Gregson Productions, Inc.
“It gave me the tools to deal with different people from all backgrounds.”
Gene Buchanan - Mister Gene Clean, Janitorial Service Inc.
“Leadership, responsibility, problem solving under extreme conditions and combat experience has given me the preparation that I needed to start my own business.”
Larry Young - Moonlight Commercial Cleaning Services