Comments on the Military and Business Ownership

“I would say I learned the value of service while in the US ARMY. With that I have built a business around just that, service.”

Nathan House - CODE 3 Public Safety Gear

“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

“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

“It taught me honor, integrity, hard work, perseverance, adaptability, how to improvise, overcome and complete on each mission.”

Shelly Bauer - Universal Investigations, LLC

“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 employees for insights are all skills I learned while in service.”

Kelen Prutow - U.S. Integrators

“Gave me the principles and discipline that drives my business.”

Thomas Bednarczyk - SilverLining Partners LLC

“I joined as a very young man. The Army instilled in me to believe in myself, have determination and never quit. Tho I be the lone survivor Rangers lead the way.”

Dewey Mitchell - Durable Cages LLC

“Taught me discipline!”

Pete Brush - My Geek For Hire

“Instilled discipline, confidence, and satisfaction in a job well done.”

Sean Elkin - Searchlight Interactive, LLC

“The Army Infantry taught me humility, honest, and confidence. How to train and deal with people. Most importantly, your word is your bond.”

Scott Kersjes - Innovative Facilities Solutions, Inc.

“The military taught me primarily to listen and learn, understand diversity, and work with everyone. Using my planning skills, multi-tasking experience, and level of understanding of people and industry, I have worked to develop processes and innovative techniques to improve not only a business, but the employees and atmosphere. The Military taught me that - everyone has a great idea - it just takes the right time and the right person to hear it and how to focus on it!”

Ron Craw - Improvement Innovations LLC

“The time spent in the Army demanded that I challenge myself to accomplish more than just average. Running the extra mile, and always doing what it takes to get the job done are just a couple of things that military experience gave me.”

Michael Bell - 7 Star Electric, Plumbing, Heating and Cooling

“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.

“Military service taught organization, leadership, work ethic, discipline and drive.”

Ralph Owens - O-Craftsmen Builders

“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

“My service in the military taught me the core principles I needed in my industry, as well as how to pay attention to detail, take pride in my work, and navigate a global system. I am proud to be a Veteran and military wife offering a business opportunity to others.”

Corina DuBois - Celebrate Mama! LLC

“The military taught me structure, discipline, work ethic and teamwork. It helped show me that hard work can pay off. That by not quitting you can reach the goals that you set.”

Steven Matthews - RisingStar Entertainment

“Organizational and leadership skills.”

James Abbott - Satcom Scientific, Inc.

“Get it done attitude.”

Jerry Dorman - Jerry W. Dorman Master Electrician

“Made me a more dynamic, honest and determined individual!”

Jake Haap - Orion Home Inspections

“Better Business Owner: Organized, Motivated, Self Initiative.”

Andrew Ronchak - Green Leaf Corporation

“By supplying me with the tools to become a responsible, organized and motivated adult.”

Willie Vega Jr. - FITNESS 4 LIFE Personal Training

“The military discipline most of all gave me the head start to achieve in civilian life and the command training gave me the ability to direct others toward goal accomplishment.”

Jim McConaghy - HelloEZ.com

“As a Retied Command Master Chief, USN, my military experience prepared me to be a better business owner through visible leadership, team work, hands on management, and a strong moral compass.”

Barry Hemphill - Green Things

“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

“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

“Taught me patience.”

Jonathan Schneider - Schneider Financial Group, Ltd

“Aberdeen Proving Ground school for blacksmith and welding.”

Ruperto FUENTES - Universal Refractrs & Boilers

“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

“Military service prepared me to be an effective leader in all kinds of situations. It taught me to be a better decision maker and to be fair and equitable in my dealings with others.”

James Boles - BTI

“Taught me organization and preparation.”

William R. Whitteker - Pansermesh Inc.

“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

“I was intent on starting a business where I could help give back to the servicemen and women that showed me the meaning of Integrity and Discipline. These are the very ethics that I have brought from the Marines into my organization.”

Mark Llano - Source One Distributors, Inc.

“To have honor is the way you run your business. A hand shake is just as good as a multi-page contract.”

Roland Walker - Walker & Sons, Inc. dba Katrol Construction

“The Military Service gave me the determination to succeed.”

C. Henry Adams - Broadcasting Interest Enterprise, Inc.

“Positive, can do attitude where failure is not an option as well as leadership qualities which helped motivate and support my employees.”

David Fisher - Military Supply Coins

“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

“While I served in the Vietnam War, I learned many skills and trades. It has helped me to develop a sense of good morals and values in my family life as well as my professional career as a Prime Contractor.”

Jerry Bechel - BB&K Construction, LLC

“First the military service allowed me to participate in the GI Bill which paid for my Masters Degree in Business. Second it instilled in me a sense of integrity and honesty with is often missing in business. Third it taught me to focus on clients.”

Paul Harar - Maximum Blends

“Organizational Skills.”

Keith Picard - VAL-FAB, Inc.

“The Army solidified my foundation of principles, values, and training which provided me with tools to be a leader. These tools gave me the courage to finish my degree and pursue my own path as a business owner.”

Rosario Hurel - Hurel Transcription Translation Professionals

“To be disciplined, focused and detail oriented.”

Jim Sabatello - Inland Flooring Contractors, Inc.

“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

“My military service gave me the courage and determination to start and manage Extremely Clean Pressure Washing.”

Bryan Whalen - Extremely Clean Pressure Washing

“Serving in the military gave me a good sense of direction and ethical business practices as well as a hard-working and responsible lifestyle.”

Michael Friedberg - Secure Standards, LLC

“Work ethics, and responsibility.”

Thomas Hughes - DOD Consultants, LLC

“It helped me pay attention to small details and being prompt.”

Frederick Franks - Acme Logistics, 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

“Leadership. Never surrender. Think outside the box.”

Fred Seger - Graydentech

“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

“When I was bored, I read books about business. I can not sit down and not be doing anything. I'm always looking for opportunities to exploit. I'm grateful for the leadership and patience I earned while serving on active duty.”

Junyer Knight - My-Eddy

“Leadership and program management at the Defense Contract College.”

David Salvadorini - Salvadorini Consulting LLC

“Once I left active duty I as able to secure a civilian position with the US Army Corps of Engineers where I worked for nearly 10 years as an IT Manager developing a broad range of skills including Web Designer, IT Manager and Strategic Planner.”

Russ Cuthrell - Spyder Byte Media, Inc.

“The military taught me determination.”

Vernon Williams - The Williams Company

“It has made and kept me Responsible.”

Rowland Givens - The Wright Place Foundation Inc.

“Goal setting and personal discipline and the attitude to never give up also with the goal of giving back to my God and country for blessing me.”

thomas nordstrom - Tom Nordstrom Construction

“I was an Airborne Ranger. While I was a Ranger, I was held to a higher standard. I had to go above and beyond my call of duty. I have always went out of the way for my customer. That single gesture makes you better than your competition.”

James Scott Williams - Alabama Sprinkler Services Inc.

“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

“It has given me the direction, capabilities and confidence to own and operate a small business.”

Jeffrey Gruhlke - Pinnacle Carpet Care

“William Boone, was a Fleet Marine Corpsman in pre-Vietnam era. We are determined to support and encourage our brave heroes and to see that the disgraceful actions to our Vietnam vets doesn't happen to these heroes today. We have compassion and empathy with our deployed military. Our daughter has been to the SandBox 3 times with the Army so we understand the needs of our young people.”

William Boone - TOUCH OF HOME Support 4R Deployed Military, Inc.

“My military service has helped me to be a better business owner by the organizational skills I was taught and the ability to adapt and overcome obstacles and adverse situations. Above all else honesty, integrity and to take responsibility.”

RUSSELL PRICE - R.J. Price Plumbing and Heating, Inc.

“The discipline is a requirement of being self employed.”

John Russell - Eagle Industrial Instrumentation, LLC

“It gave me the skill to stick to it when the going has been slow.”

Richard Jennings - R H Jennings, LLC

“Taking control, responsibilities and preparing for adversity and having control of oneself when challenged.”

Ernest Smith - Health Force Drug Test

“CAN Do attitude. Always ready to get the job done.”

peter vanwolvelaerd - VanDahl Engineering & Construction

“The years I spent in the military were filled with pride, responsibility, duty, discipline and provided me with the success I have today. It got my life going on the right track!”

Jane Watts - Batteries Watts & Things LLC

“It has made me disciplined and focused and able to multi-task.”

Doug Robinson - Maine Inspection & Engineering Company

“Since I've served in both the Army and Marine Corps, I have made the lessons learned, standard protocol. Just as I had to do to learn how to walk again after getting hit with an I.E.D. while providing convoy security in Iraq.”

Kris Rodriguez - The Rodriguez Insurance Agency

“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

“Leadership, working with teams, management, efficiency and hard work.”

Mel Lamont - Lamont Brands Inc.

“The skills I learned at an early age in the US Navy developed my sense of discipline, tenacity, and motivation to excel in all areas of my life. I left the USN and completed my college degree, entered the market in sales and sales management, ran companies, and always helped others to increase their own motivation too excel. I would not trade my time serving my country for any amount of money. It created a cornerstone for my life and that has been now passed to my son. Thank you.”

Martin Lee - Happyface Media

“Leadership skills, self discipline, team work, motivation. Take pride in my work.”

David Nicoletti - A Affordable Painting

“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

“The leadership and decision making training and experience combined with the 'do what it takes to get the job done' attitude from the Marine Corps are the perfect building blocks for a business owner.”

John Spaugh - Desert Door & Building Supply

“Being a marine has developed discipline and organization to our business. We consider it an honor to do business with other veterans.”

Harold O'Callaghan - Waco Formworks LLC

“Discipline, leadership, coping with things when the tides are against me.”

David Woods - Woods Patrol and Security Service

“Honor, respect, discipline!”

stephon mudd - Services Rendered VIP Photography

“The military developed my leadership and management skills through the years and the ability to see how communications and relationships with other organizations was key in making your operations successful.”

Laura Orcutt - Laura Orcutt Business Operating Solutions LLC (LOBOS)

“I was a Army Corp of Engineer officer leading different platoons through multiple types of missions which really helped me be adaptable to change.”

James Farrell - The Lawson Flag Supply Co.

“Joining the Marines was the best choice of my life. In my business life it has given me huge confidence and integrity. The willingness to persevere through any situation is also a big plus in my business.”

James Erickson - EMC Dental Marketing

“I entered the Army at seventeen years old, as a high school drop out. The Army taught me the skills that have enabled me to thrive in any situation that I have found myself in. The training and education I was provided have made the man I am today.”

Scott Jones - Native Sons Services, LLC

“Personnel Management. Leadership. Strong work ethic for long hours.”

Mark Rothrock - Rocky's Bar

“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

“Military trains you to get things done and go the extra mile. This is the core philosophy for my company which shows in the way we treat our customers and the quality of work we perform.”

Gus Meyer - Cypress Door & Glass LLC

“Military Service enabled me to have the discipline and internal drive to succeed in creating and growing my own company.”

Jamie Falconi - Stellar Apparel

“My experiences in the Air Force as a Security Specialist taught me Leadership Skills, Attention to Detail and Pride in Accomplishing Tasks to a Degree of Perfection not found amongst many.”

Larry Ebeling - Spectrum A/V Group

“My service in the military has allowed me to travel the world and expand my herpetology experiences far more than I ever expected. The Army Values are what I bring to work every day in order to complete the task at hand; Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Selfless Service, Honor, Integrity, and Personal Courage.”

Luis Fraser - Rattlesnake Removal USA - N California

“Strong work ethic.”

Stewart Smith - The Crabby Pig

“The military provided work place skills, discipline, responsibility, order, and foresight.”

Ricky Forrest - Don's Repair

“Becoming a soldier taught me to be a better business owner because I learned to face my fears from within. After I conquered, I was able to join the forces of many other strong individuals that possessed the strengths that I so longed to have.”

Silvia Torres Timoteo - Luxury Maids, Inc

“Made me a strong leader and willing to pursue my goals.”

ramzi torbey - Halo-8

“The military has provided me with the perseverance required to stay focused to any obstacle or task at hand.”

Kevin Knight - KNIGHT SOLUTIONS

“Paid for college and built leadership.”

Mike Olivera, DBA - Rescue Wireless Remote Computer & Network Repair

“Military services prepared me to be a better business owner by strengthening my attention to detail; motivating me to be the best that I can be in whatever circumstance; building on my leadership skills and giving me a great foundation to grow on.”

Teresa Garner - Think Business, Inc.

“Serving in the Army and now the Reserves has helped me to be more aware of the world around me. My organizational and communication skills have improved, I have an increased love for my country and our freedoms. I returned from my 4th deployment to Afghanistan (2012) and am honored to say that I have served with the finest men and women and am grateful for their support and for what we have learned together.”

Adam Peters - Three Willows Counseling, LLC

“Confidence, communication skills and organization.”

Terry Maki - Bitterroot Services & Technology 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

“Leadership skills!”

C. J. Brown III - PeoplePower

“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)

“I was in the United States Marine Corps, it taught me to make the best of what I have to work with and never give up.”

Wilbert Guice - The Point Mans Guide

“Attention to detail!”

eric smith - Father and Sons Lawn Care

“Paying attention to the details is a skill I acquired in the Army. It fits very well running a small business.”

Ronald Foster - Consumer Opinion Solutions

“The Army gave me the skills and confidence to open my own business. The support I have already received from fellow veterans gave me the push I need to know that I can succeed as part of the veterans community.”

Robert Kent - MN Concealed Protection, LLC

“One word: discipline!”

Gerald Greer - Mr. G's Tees, Inc. (dba Under the Moon Graphics)

“Being a Corpsman in the Navy for 8 years taught me leadership and attention to detail.”

Jeff Moore - Quantum Home Inspections, LLC

“It has provided me with the knowledge to better navigate the inner politics of most offices.”

Steve Clark - The Vannet Group, LLC

“The Marines helped build my organizational skills and Leadership role in my Community.”

Phillip Bird - 1st Down

“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

“I spent 17.5 years serving on active duty. All of the days had enriched my development which in turn has made in to the Man I am today.”

John Adair - J&H Custom Woodworking

“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

“My Military service gave me the values of dedication, discipline, and service that I apply to every aspect of our premium laundry solutions.”

Jennifer Green - Swoosh Laundromat

“The founders of VeteransPlus believe that the principal of 'Serving Those Who Have Served Us' should be extended beyond the bureaucratic limits of government. Our view is that we should all devote as much pride and determination in service to veterans and their families as we would expect from them in our national defense.”

David Collins - VeteransPlus

“Taught me not to quit even in today's economy.”

Merlyn Seeley - Shikata Enterprises

“All ways on time and doing the best you can the first time.”

Robin Bradley - Maid In America Janitorial Service

“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

“Prepared me to be a responsible and accountable person. Has also helped with organization and structure.”

Raymond Bartholow - Total Product Services, LLC

“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

“I spent 12 years as a U S Navy photographer and that gave me the confidence to work for myself as well as the knowledge although things have changed drastically since the introduction of digital cameras.”

John Eberle - Creative Photography

“My military experience has instilled the values in me that it takes to be an accomplished business owner.”

Stephen Burleson - Burleson Lawn Service

“By teaching me at an early age that our country is the greatest country in the world. This inspired me to succeed in everything I do.”

Gonzalo Vergara - Distinctive Personnel

“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

“Army leadership schools (Ranger School).”

Larry Mills - Skeen, Mohler & Associates Insurance

“My 4-year enlistment in the United States Air Force taught me many skills. As a Security Police K-9 officer, I learned how to write detailed incident reports that would later be used in court to get full convictions. I also learned that a quest for knowledge and training in my career field led to special duty assignments, advancement and recognition by my superiors. Additionally, my GI Bill benefits allowed me to further my education and complete my degree programs, which provided me with additional skills needed in today's business environment.”

Jeff Tomczak - Rocky Mountain Flag Company - Littleton

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Max Hills - Reliable Auto Service, Inc.

“Discipline!”

Ed Mihalacki - Laurel Mountain Laser

“It further trained me and gave me experience in process improvement and information technology consulting services.”

Anthony Adamson - Adamson Consulting Services, Inc. (ACS)

“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

“Being in the USMC has taught me discipline, strong work ethics and to be fair and honest.”

James Wenninger - Good to Go General Contracting

“I learned from my tour of duty as a Marine Corps Helicopter Pilot many personal traits and core values that serve me well in 29 years of business in real estate.”

David B Meyers - Meyers & McCabe Properties

“I have learned how to handle a challenge.”

Glen Sandiford - My Virtual Accountants

“As an active duty member of the United States Army, I learned many many skills essential for entrepreneurship. I learned self discipline, leadership, commitment to task. I am grateful for the experience I had in the military for these reasons.”

Honey Rodgers - Premier Backyards

“I realized that anything is possible and we are only limited by our own initiative.”

Joseph Abi-najm - VA Home Inspect, LLC

“Being a Disabled Combat Veteran and a business owner has proven to be challenging. To have a certification such as the SDVOSB, and to have organizations in place to help publicize the importance of using companies like ourselves is truly priceless”

Joshua Glassburn - Construct Solutions, Inc.

“I always listened in the Army to others opinions. Everything I know today, I learned from somebody else. The great discipline in the Army guided me in my own business to do everything top notch.”

John Juranek - Nirvana Time LLC

“Being a veteran of 8 years and still an active member of the reserves, has taught me to work hard, be dedicated to my goals, and continue my education. I have also gained the quality of presenting myself in a professional manor.”

Cory Jiggens - Fishbone Computing

“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

“With organization, planning, and commitment, I am ready for any challenge.”

Robin Mack - Robin Mack

“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

“My military service has taught me about responsibility and commitment.”

Steve Landrum - Advantage Door

“Both my wife and I are proud to be veterans. Military service has helped teach us self discipline and responsibility.”

Robert Rhodes - Bayou Cache

“Plan your work and work your plan!”

Edmund Matricardi, Jr. - Combined Action Company

“I am used to putting up with whatever it takes to get the job done.”

Paul Coghlan - Paul A. Coghlan & Associates, P.C.

“My training and combat tours have given me the knowledge to train others.”

Eric Ives - Tactical Strategies and Concepts, Inc.

“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

“Integrity, time management, work ethic.”

Alexis Marks - YellowWebMonkey Web Design

“The military prepared me for the unexpected. In the Infantry we spend years training for situations that will likely never occur, but we try to be pro-active. This training has led me to be proactive in business, trying to anticipate problems, opportunities, market fluctuations and movements before they occur.”

Michael Moussa - PartSnap

“I served as a Sargent in a NCO school. My Job was to train our next leaders of men. After leaving the USAF I made my mission to help our men coming home.”

Dan Margolis - Veterans Services of America

“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

“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.

“I do for the public what I did for the military.”

Wayne Crist - Tri-Star Communications

“It taught me personal responsibility, accountability, and efficiently.”

william frueh - Treeline Design LLC

“It's my name on the line. I make sure everything is done right this time and every time.”

Robert Evans - Tree City Lawn Care

“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

“Well-established a specialized military background while working in the civilian world offers a wealth of knowledge to the public and government agencies.”

Mike Drevline - Tradevet, Inc.

“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

“The Navy prepared me to become a business owner by instilling strong values and discipline to get things accomplished, goal setting and time management. It taught me how to deal with a variety of different people from all walks of life. It taught me to take pride in everything that I do.”

Marc House - Total Shred Solutions, LLC

“The experience I learned in Desert Storm was invaluable to forming who I am as a person today. If you can get thru basic training or a week in the field, you can certainly get thru a late night project without much complaint. The structure of the military and the patience needed have carried over into my day to day business practices.”

Lisa Fargo - Fargo Design Co., Inc

“Military service taught me how to be respectful of others, especially of my elders. Gave me the opportunity to learn a trade and how to use my hands. I learned to solve problems by listening versus acting first. Made me a better young man by being a team player, learning and working with others. Hard work always shows results which equals success. I returned to the civilian workplace a lot better person then the one who entered into the military, that's for sure!”

Steven Seidmeyer - FAWSsit™ Showers

“Time and coordination.”

Melvin Lowe - Firewatch Contracting

“Received the highest quality of training and education to be able to the skills I received into the private sector. Taught me about leadership, professionalism, integrity, commitment and dedication. All our clients can tell the difference of the type of service and professionalism they received between a veteran and non-veteran.”

ROBERT FICKES - First Line Security Services

“My military service prepared me to be a better business owner because it provided me with the ability to not only focus on the big picture of a project, but to identify the necessary components to accomplish a stated objective. ”

Genesiac Folkes - Folkes Brothers, LLC

“My military service prepared me to be a better business owner by working with other people of all nationalities and races. It prepared my by teaching me to be organized and mission focused.”

Douglas Akers - Fresh and Frozen Delights, LLC

“Prepared me for life!”

James Fecteau - Freeport Plumbing & Heating

“Vast opportunity to learn high tech systems, processes and R&D capabilities that private citizen would never have a chance to learn.”

Pat Morgan - FSPS Inc

“Having toured as a military musician and entertainer, I learn the secrets of having a good experience when traveling.”

Michael Embrey - FunME Events

“Discipline, organization, stamina, organizational skills.”

Steve Slover - G&S Electrical Services, LLC

“The structure and procedures in place in the army helped shape me as a business owner. I am conscious that when I give my word to a customer, I have to deliver as promised. Delivery is essential but quality and timeliness are more important.”

collins dibaki - NED Services Inc

“Ownership, responsibility, being on time, working hard, do the job right!”

David G. Shaw - New Look Paint and Power Washing

“Teaching me to never give up no matter what happens.”

Jack Gentile - New York Aviation Corporation

“The biggest gift from the military for me lies in understanding the necessity for clarity at the onset of what you want to achieve, planning and organizing for that result and ensuring you have some way of getting on-going feedback about how things are truly going with respect to your plan.”

Reggie Crane - Next Level Coaching and Consulting Services

“Military service taught me discipline, strategic thinking, perseverance and teamwork.”

Tomas Santos-Alejandro - Nexus Technology Solutions

“Military service helped shape a work ethic, team-work attitude, respect for authority and others, attention to detail, and world-wide experiences that would not have been possible otherwise. Those characteristics do carry over into the business world as viable traits to becoming a better business owner.”

R John Trodahl - Northfork Construction, Inc.

“'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

“Team work.”

Rboert Sanders - T.J. Reliable Handyman, Inc

“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

“Military service has helped me realize that the American dream can be achieved through hard work and perseverance.”

Ahmet Taylor - TC Software, Inc.

“Work ethic.”

Ronald Woodfin - TetraTek, Inc.

“Being a Marine taught me the value of life and sacrifice. I learned to strive for those things that are important to me, and to never give up.”

Brian Grinston - The Alaska Veterans Project

“My military service provided me the discipline to achieve the goals I set for my organization.”

Fred Ezra - The Ezra Company

“The time I spent in the Army reenforced my resolve to achieve more than average goals. I was chosen as a platoon leader in basic and further developed a sense of responsibility and accountability. As I met fellow soldiers, I developed a deep respect for those who had seen combat and the sacrifices many made.”

Claudia "Tiger" Adams - The Horse In Sport

“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

“I worked in Finance and Accounting, it helped me in communicating with people.”

Veniva Paul - The Jamaican Herbalist, LLC

“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

“My over 25 years of military service has given me a sense of pride in myself and my country. It has also prepared me for the demands of operating a small business.”

Thomas Mengesha - The Mengesha Firm, P.C.

“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.

“I credit my military service with providing me all of my computer skills and education. Additionally, it gave me the discipline and self motivation to make myself a better person to reflect well on my fellow soldiers and veterans.”

Angela Tourner - The Pink Padlock

“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

“The US Air Force provided the instruction and experience in electronic equipment operation and repair.”

Kevin McLaughlin - Advent Automation, Inc.

“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

“Learned how to run this law firm from my developed character as a Navy corpsman.”

Jeremiah N. Ollennu - Law Prime, Ollennu Law Firm, LLC

“Discipline and loyalty. Knowing that I work with other veterans, I have a peace of mind we understand each other. Though I did my active duty time as a Marine, I did my two tours in Iraq as an Army MP. The focus you need in the red zone is used each day for my business, the dedication and motivation was driven into you constantly.”

Zoran Smaic - Leatherneck CCU

“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

“Maturity, organizational skills, meeting deadlines, how to work with persons from any background.”

Benjamin Pogany - Pogany Construction, LLC

“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.

“I learned how to overcome diversity, remain focused on my goals, meet challenges with relentless passion in order to exceed the expectations of those I served with. I also gleaned much from the fine individual's who served around me with regard to leadership styles, foresight, and planning. Given awesome responsibility at a young age I learned how to make critical decisions under pressure which continues to serve me well.”

Robert Roy - Positive VSI, Inc.

“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

“You don't give up when things get tough and you keep you head when others lose it.”

Michael Kozeliski - PrepFire Solutions LLC

“Independent and confident.”

Dwayne Johnson - Consumer Choice Marketing

“The military taught me quality, disciplined work, and fairness of service delivery.”

Jeff Fries - Pegasus Web Services Inc.

“Responsibility and dedication.”

Eduardo Gonzalez - PerfumeStudio

“It has made me a more disciplined individual. I focus more on the task at hand while at the same time having the ability to change focus immediately for an emergency or if a task comes up that needs urgent attention.”

Joshua Herting - Phenom Security Integrators, LLC

“The United States Army has given me the tools to be able to face any problem with a "get it done" attitude. Failure is not an option.”

Michael David - Phoenix 21 LLC

“Attention to detail and follow through Leadership.”

Robert Amacker - Process Engineering & Fabrication

“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

“How to be organized. Gave me a never quit attitude. How to lead and manage employees.”

Robert Brown - Professional Cleaning Services & Supply, Inc.

“The military taught me humility, honor, a strong work ethic, and follow thru.”

James Gigeous - Proficient Air LLC

“Great attention to detail.”

paul salas - PSA Electric

“Discipline. Being on time. Doing what I said I would do. Responsibility. Loyalty.”

Rod Manuel - PuroClean Restoration Services - Humble TX

“Gave me tools to focus, organize, prioritize, set goals, prepare plans, execute plans, and keep going towards the objective (sales and satisfied customers).”

Ken Golden - QBS Consulting, Inc.

“The military taught me discipline and how to focus to achieve my goals.”

Jeffrey Harrison - Quality Locating Service LLC

“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

“Intangible Skills of a LEADER.”

Joe Grossi - Southern Arizona Scholastic Products, 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

“Discipline, attention to detail, understanding the value of hard work and this great country!”

Hayden Hartland - Spearstone

“The army has taught me responsibility, dependability, and to get the job done. The army has prepared me to be a better person in every aspect of my life.”

David Chess - Spine Recovery Center

“My military service has given me the confidence and structure to interact and succeed in all I encounter.”

Ralph J. Storti - Storti Quality Consulting, Inc.

“The United States military is the most effective organization to teach discipline, leadership, and perseverance. These skills and mental attitudes are teachable and transferable to any other organization.”

Jerrold Strong - Strong Consulting

“I learned Diligence, Dedication, and Dependability in which I now pass on to my customers. Semper Fi.”

Rico Evans - Suave Systems & Solutions

“Being in the service gave me inner strength to weather the changing environment of business ownership. It also gave me leadership skills to help direct my business in the way I want it to go.”

Paul Walsh - Superior Executive Transportation

“Jim has been our Executive Director since 2008. He enlisted in the US Army in 1978 and he was commissioned as an officer in 1988. Medically discharged in 1992 due to service-connected injuries from the Persian Gulf War, he formed the Veterans Information Network in 1993 and became involved in the national veterans movement which created the NGWRC at that time. He has remained an active leader of the NGWRC for that entire time, serving on our Board of Directors for many years. He has represented veterans as a member of the Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs, and he has testified before Congress promoting legislation and funding that has since been enacted, helping veterans receive better health care and benefits.”

James Bunker - National Gulf War Resource Center

“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

“The military taught me leadership, teamwork, responsibility, and to be calm and think clearly under any adverse situations.”

Virgil Burton - Ligriv Technology, Inc.

“Perseverance. Being able to adjust to each situation.”

Tony A. Lane - Limb Walker Tree Service, Inc.

“The military service instilled confidence in my abilities and taught me leadership.”

David Hall - DRH Engineers PLC

“Discipline, diligence, loyalty, persistence, passion, service, commitment.”

Paul Drury - Drury Realty

“Know how to manage and take risks.”

Ted Daywalt - VetJobs

“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 military has taught me a great many things; leadership, discipline, and initiative are some of them. Business ownership was the next natural step in my professional development. I felt if I could be responsible for over 73 Soldiers, 20 million in sensitive communications equipment for 20yrs, and retire with (2) two deployments under my belt I could try my hand at fulfilling my dream of business ownership.”

Samuel Everett - VetWorks! Vending Services

“To never give up!”

David Grover - Washington Square Associates

“Leadership skills, and the ability to organize and plan toward a given objective have been very valuable. Business is an ever-changing environment, and the ability to adapt to changing conditions while not loosing site of the goal keeps our business moving forward.”

Keith Hughes - West Seattle Natural Energy, LLC

“Returning from my tour in Vietnam, I experienced what it is like to be scorned, rejected and misunderstood. That experience led me to resolve to try and treat everyone I meet as a special person who deserves love and respect. I, especially, want to see our newest veterans treated with the honor and respect they so richly deserve.”

Michael Parker - White Stone Outreach

“By instilling in me hard work and honesty that has lead to a successful business career.”

Philip Rogers - Windy Acres French Brittany's

“I retired after 30 years as a Navy Physician. My professional experiences were at navy industrial facilities (shipyards, air rework facilities) which gave me the insights into the medical needs of industry. I've written two books on the subject and am a frequent presenter.”

James Allen - Working Healthy Always LLC

“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

“The Military Decision Making Process (MDMP0 is straight forward and translates into a business plan very easily. You are well prepared to write a comprehensive plan if you have ever written documentation for MDMP or Operation Orders (OPORDs).”

William Peacock - PHD Computers, 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

“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

“By teaching me great leadership and people skills. Also, achieving a great work ethic.”

Bruce Price - Price Health Insurance

“The military has given me the structure, discipline, and the willingness to succeed and expect only the best from myself.”

Marcel Murrell - Prime Market Realty

“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

“My military service prepared me for hard work and to take advantage of opportunities provided. It also taught me how to network and most importantly it taught me about honesty, respect, integrity and spirit. My military career prepared me for my business adventure.”

Jeanette Sperry-Lyman - Titan Shred

“Aviation Electronics Technician training gave me the foundation needed to become a UPS specialist.”

william martin - Maxwell Electric 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

“My military service taught me that no matter how hard things seem, you can always get more out of yourself.”

Aaron Broglin - The Trumbull Group L.L.C.

“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

“Standard operating procedure, or SOP, is a term widely understood by those who have served in the armed forces. SOP refers to a step-by-step method for how a mission or function will be carried out and Veterans understand the importance of implementing and following SOP for a task to be executed and the mission completed successfully. This systematic approach sounds very similar to the business model, and is why more and more veterans are becoming better business owners/entrepreneurs.”

Andrew Sutton - The Sutton Connection

“Discipline and Tenacity.”

Kevin Leahy - The SpoutOff

“Leadership.”

Charles Baker - The Poison Ivy Soap Co

“Discipline and organizational skills. As an installation Postal Inspector I worked with Federal Regulations. Learning to interpret and apply Federal regs has helped in obtaining Federal Contracts.”

Diane Fenske Joyner - 1st Eagle Associates LLC

“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

“Training and pride in my work. Work ethic and not afraid of long hours.”

Paul Hackworth - Hackworth Fire & Security

“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.

“Derek A. Porter, Certified CREIA Inspector, Former USMC D.I. MAI, PMI, Engineer, and Iraqi Freedom Veteran.”

Derek Porter - American Dream Property Inspection Service

“Learn the value of fairness, disciple, teamwork, dedication to task which is applied to every day business issues.”

James Hatter II - American Pride General Engineering Inc

“Taught me that there is only self made limitations.”

Frederick Weisbrod - American Resources Unlimited, Inc

“Discipline. Integrity.”

Ed Coyne - Angelo PC

“My service as a medic in Vietnam in 1967-1968 instilled in me the responsibility for my fellows and a tenacity to never give up. It infused in me a sense of mission. I have surrounded myself with excellent people, because I know that I must depend on them as much as they depend on me. Lastly, I believe in loyalty to people, my profession, and my country.”

Tyler Sweet - APS Survey & Mapping

“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

“Being in the military has taught me the principles of leadership, integrity and honor. I will use these principles to assist me in my business endeavors. I am proud of my service and I am proud to be a business owner.”

Bernardo Gauna - CMI Consulting Group, LLC

“Equip me with discipline.”

Carl Willoughby - Cold Laser Therapy RX

“It gave me the confidence to know I could succeed, the tenacity to ensure I would succeed, and the discipline to do the day to day things necessary to be successful.”

Michael O'Rourke - Commercial Operations Group

“My experience in the Navy taught me to take pride in my work, to be a team player, to follow my instincts, and to hold strong to the plan of action no matter what is happening around me. The skills I learned during my service were not only relevant to my duties, but I was able to build a career I love with the knowledge I gained. It was my honor to serve my country as a service man, and it is now an honor to serve my country as a business man.”

Darin Gilliland - Compass Solutions, Inc

“It trained me to get things done and to lead people.”

Karl McHale - Computer Careers Inc.

“It taught me self control most of all, as well as the ability to deal with different types of people in different situations, good and bad.”

Fred Hoffmann - Computer Service Intervention

“Honorable service in our military teaches the importance of team work, discipline, and dedication.”

Dennis Santo - Concerts For Troops, Inc

“The military taught me to do exactly what I said I would do, and to expect exactly the same from others. Be it my life or my income that's at stake. To do every job as if it were at your own home.”

lawrence parrish - Concrete Construction Services

“With the discipline and leadership skills i am better prepared.”

Robert Hatler - Kentuckiana Creations LLC

“My military service taught me to put a focus on: Continuous Process and Cost Improvement, Relationship Management, Contract Administration, Process Re-engineering, Change management and Technology Solutions.”

JD Chamberlain - Consult JDC

“In the military I developed organization and problem solving skills which help me with business everyday.”

Michael Jozefiak - Coordinated Defense Supply Systems, Inc.

“Serving in the military has given me the discipline I need to run a business and lead my workers to be successful.”

Ernie gullett - Coverall of Eastern Kentucky

“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.

“By developing in me a drive and determination to succeed at all endeavors.”

eugene hildebrand - CSC of Central FL Inc

“I give almighty God the glory and thanks for leading, guiding and directing my paths to a successful life and business. The military has shown me how to stay disciplined in my job by understanding the Word of God and how I must strive to serve with excellence to satisfy our customers needs. Good things always come to those who honor our Father. D & C SIGNS, LLC strives to do things the right way, we know God makes the difference. ”

David Brandford - D & C SIGNS, LLC

“The military service has prepared as an business owner first the discipline of during your job and maintain it through the end. Second Commitment, to commit to the task.Committing to training and assisting soldiers in career development. Third Leadership the untiring dedication to solders. Communication communicating with your immediate superiors and subordinates.”

Larry Dallas - Dallas Landscaping, Inc.

“It allows me to think outside of the box, get the job done.”

Damon Chesser - Damtek LLC

“We assist Veterans in Augusta, GA and the CSRA with VA Claims, Transportation to doctor app at VA Medical Centers.”

George Chapman - DAV Augusta Georgia Pendleton King Chapter # 10

“I worked in communications in the Navy. I had the privilege to work with many people from so many different backgrounds and different parts of the country. I also got to work with some very good people who were not afraid to share there knowledge with others.”

Larry Day - Day Communications

“Learned flexibility and work ethic, coupled with a pride of service to the United States of America.”

Douglas Creighton - DC Services

“My time in the Air Force during the years of the Vietnam War contributed to a wider perspective on politics, policy and life and gave me an appreciation for life. Add to this, a sense of discipline, team work, leadership skills and determination - all requirements for growth and success.”

Linda DiMario - DiMario & Associates

“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

“To be more focused and goal-oriented.”

william Johnson - B.T.R.

“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

“Military service prepared me to enter the working world and build my own business by teaching me strong work ethic, determination and excellence in service standards.”

David Chaich - DKM Appliance Services

“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 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

“Discipline primarily!”

Dan Kohnke - Advanced Integrated Technologies, LLC

“Discipline and training pays rewards.”

ELMER EILERS - ADR Towing

“Management and Leadership skills have been applied to the success of the business operations.”

Edward Douglas - ACTPMA, LLC

“Discipline.”

Joseph Bell - Cabin Creek Timber Frames

“The military taught me discipline, and that if you want to be successful you have to put in those early mornings and late nights.”

Tim Cameron - Cameron Building Inc.

“Discipline, Honesty, Pride.”

Walt Hardy - Canteen Catering, Inc.

“Structure, work ethic, discipline, organization. All have helped me greatly.”

Clifton Reynolds - Carolina Security & Fire

“Endurance, organization, leadership, discipline and team effort.”

Earnest,George,Terry, Conrad Carter - CeeBee Enterprises LLC

“Experience in leading groups: Staff owns the wins, leader owns the failures. If a failure occurs it was because I failed to lead them to victory. A failure is always the leaders problem which can't be delegated. Praise belongs to those who chose to follow my lead and they deserve the rewards. The fate of a manager rests in the hands of the staff. If they believe: the outcome will be better than usual if not great, however if not, then the fate is already known. - Semper fidelis, David L. Cannon”

David Cannon - CertTest Training Center

“My service in the Air Force taught my three core values since before leaving the airport for basic training and the last day before I separated. 1. Integrity First 2. Service Before Self 3. Excellence in all we do. We borrowed heavily from these concepts and has become our philosophy. When you hire Clean With Integrity, you hire the company who puts integrity first, commits to providing the best service, and excels beyond the competition doing what it takes to keep you the happiest.”

Marcus Hill Brown - Clean With Integrity

“Being a former SSgt in the USAF has prepared be mentally and spiritually to be a better business owner. I run my business under the same military core values that made me the man I am today. The military sharpened my leadership and technical skills enabling me to lead my company to victory. I owe my life and success to my God, Family, and Country. V/R Anthony Closson CEO/Owner Colossal Contracting, LLC”

Anthony Closson - Colossal Contracting LLC

“The Marine Corps taught me to never quit, keep moving forward and you will achieve your goals and to take care of the people who take care of you.”

Craig Lawrey - HammerDown Firearms

“Leadership skills.”

Earl Passmore - Earls Lawn Care

“It's an experience that should be mandatory for all graduates of high school for at least two years.”

Jay Canals - AIC Window Services

“I believe the Military taught me leadership and great people skills, but most importantly it taught me work ethic which is severely lacking in today's work force.”

Wayne MAgoon - Beacon Printing Company Inc

“Professional achievement and performance in the service has helped me to be disciplined in my duties which helps me to better serve my clients. They appreciate honesty, and thoroughness in which I strive to give them on each project.”

Steven Hobden - Big Valley Packaging

“Highly focused!”

Alexander Lee Blackstone - Blackstone & Cullen, Inc

“Serving during the war (Vietnam), one learns the importance of discipline to be able to follow through and complete your mission. Along the way, one learns the necessity of relying on and helping your buddies to obtain the best possible result for the greater good. For this reason, I have always pursued ventures that I believe will offer the greatest benefit to the people we serve never forget the sacrifices that we all made.”

Gary Nakamura - Blue Water Ventures Inc

“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 taught me there is always a way. Never quit, Never surrender. The body and mind are more capable than one would ever believe. Military life has taught me to improvise adapt and overcome, and do to whatever it takes to succeed as long as I am taking care of my troops and completing the mission, all is well.”

Paul Krumenacker - Brightspear Armed Service Authority

“The discipline and leadership gained as a US Marine has prompted me to venture into a profession where I can provide employment opportunities to others, provide a meaningful service, and remove myself from the corporate boondoggle that only profits the big guys.”

Donald Brown - Brilliance Commercial Cleaning Service

“Discipline, confidence, & drive.”

Daniel DiMento - Buena Vista Landscaping

“The USMC Core Values are Honor, Courage, and Commitment and I still hold myself to those values.”

Andrew Cameron - Bulldog Environmental Products, Inc.

“There are many things, so I will list a few: - Leadership - When times are tough, I know I have been through worse - Good stories - Provides a real connection when dealing with another veteran”

Derek Kottke - Business Partners Group

“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.

“When serving as an Airborne Ranger with the Army's 75th Ranger Regiment, I sustained a line-of-duty knee injury during a parachute mission. I had to work every day to rehabilitate my knee; however, the injury ultimately caused my medical discharge from the Army. I, more than most other personal injury lawyers, understand how it feels to suffer from and overcome a life-changing injury. I can relate to my clients, and I can better present my injured clients to juries.”

Timothy Nies - Van Riper and Nies Attorneys, P.A.

“Wife is co-owner and she is the veteran.”

Stephen Brooks - Killeen Fence Company

“Helped to learn to organize, take charge & work under stress.”

Mike Phillips - Efficient Air Systems

“Attention to detail and dedication to excellence.”

Homer Betts - Electronic Health Care Solution

“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

“They been taught leadership and to use determination, focus, goal setting to do my job.”

Ellen Sanders - Ichiban Cleaning, 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

“The skills learned in overseeing the operations division gave me a great business skill set.”

William Glass - Inflatable Boats USA, LLC

“Allowed me to have control over everything, and push it to be successful!”

Jack Liberi - Innovative Security

“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

“After 20 plus years in the Army, I learned that self discipline and self motivation is key to success in any endeavor. I was afforded the opportunity to work in public relations, international relations, customer service, and inventory management along with other areas that has prepared me to successfully own and operate my own business. The leadership and people skills learned throughout my career have also prepared me to successfully manage multiple employees at various skill levels.”

Jon Shoemake - J C Contracting

“The military service help prepare me by making me compatible with working with people of different background and origin. It also help me to preserve when it comes to business opportunity.”

Jerome smith - J-Maze LLC

“By providing me strength, endurance, and confidence (not only physically but mentally), I am better prepared for the civilian workforce. With great leadership and versatility, the Marines have created an incomparable competitive edge for me.”

Edward McDonald - J. T. SALEM & Associates

“I served in the USAF for 4 years from 1997 to 2001 in Ellsworth AFB, SD. The military helped develop a greater love for this great country. It also taught me to pay close attention to details.”

Kevin Edwards - Integrity Now Insurance Brokers, Inc.

“Leadership and hard work.”

James Green - Integrity Burial Boxes, Ltd.

“Leadership and discipline.”

Sharon Elshaug - Insightful Solutions, Inc.

“Admiral Rickover arranged an outstanding training program taking people directly out of school and preparing them to operate and maintain nuclear plants. This training and experience has been brought to the civilian nuclear program.”

George Van Wert - ILRT Inc.

“I am confident that the organizational, multi-tasking, and leadership skills that I developed with the United States Marine Corps have prepared me for anything-- including operating a small business. Those skills would all be useless, however, without the discipline that makes it all work. Semper Fi!”

Robert Nunley - Home Computing Solutions

“The attention to tedious details and a higher appreciation for service are hallmarks of my time in the Air Force.”

Phillip Holland - Holland Photo Studio

“Gave me project management experience.”

Rudy Garza - Hi Tech Maestro, Inc

“They make sure you learn discipline and hard work, which prepares you for life not just business, but it sure helps.”

Andrew Hanus - HGC Global LLC

“The Navy taught me respect and structure. It taught me to be a man and do the right thing. It gave me strong work ethics.”

Stacy Heath - Heath Electric Company, Inc.

“Discipline!”

DICK SHADWELL - Headlite Doctor, Inc

“By giving me the skills, hard work ethic, and sacrifice needed to run your own business.”

Brian Caslin - HCS Executive Town Car Service

“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

“My military service prepared me to own and run my business, through leadership, management skills, people skills, and it developed my abilities to analyze, problem solve, develop plans and execute solutions.”

Maria E. River - RTAME Services

“Military service showed me how to assist others in accomplishing their mission.”

Nick Ryan - Ryan Design Group

“My military experience has brought me the courage and discipline it takes to make tough, smart decisions.”

Kelly Russell - S.I. Vend, LLC.

“Discipline, hard work, and leadership skills.”

Michael Tranchina - Salon LaBrea

“It taught me to go after what I want and never give up.”

Sammie Moore - SamCo Services

“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

“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

“My time in the corp has laid the foundation for who I am as business attention to detail is pounded into a marine since day one!”

tyrone sebasky - Sebasky Painting

“Discipline and focus.”

Jason Warren - Security2020

“Adapt and overcome.”

Joseph Seeger - Seeger Tech Solutions

“Semper Fidelis.... Semper Fit!”

Elijah Sacra - Semper Fit

“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

“Responsibility. Knowing how to do the job and get it done.”

James Lutz - Serpico Pizza

“Leadership training.”

Thomas Shambo - Shambo & Associates, LLC

“Discipline!”

adrian kirby - Shapes Inc.

“Discipline. Trading and portfolio management is much like close order drill, rifle range, and real combat. Close order drill with a rifle has a purpose: to instill instant response to orders. It's a lot like the process of developing a decision-making systems for investment management. You learn the drills, you practice firing it down the range, but what you do in the heat of the battle is all that matters. Investment managers with an edge are trigger-pullers. We are able to execute, discipline.”

Mike Shell - Shell Capital Management, 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

“On time every time.”

Ed Hoessman - IGC Associates, Inc.

“24 years of leadership experience.”

Edward Dunn - Innovative "Org" Design, LLC

“Discipline to get the job done, no matter what. Dedication to service. Respect.”

Lloyd Duhon - Internet HandyMan

“I have been in the military for 5 years, and each deployment I gain more experience in personal and processing that enables me a better business professional.”

Karen Whitesell - Invictus Construction

“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

“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

“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

“My time as an officer in United States Naval Reserve, during the Vietnam era, embedded in me the attributes of leadership, honor, loyalty, integrity, and discipline, which have been invaluable assets in my professional as well as my personal life.”

Joseph Del Campo - The Excalibur Group

“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

“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

“Confidence to teach others my expertise.”

Anthony Giannette - Dollar Keeper Accounting

“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

“Through Army career gain education, computer training, leadership and training in "train and sustain", organization goals.”

ARMANDO LEOS - A & M Leos Real Estate, L.L.C.

“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

“Entering the United States Navy at age 18 was one of the most rewarding experiences in my life. Boot camp, as scary as it was, taught me humility which was just a way to teach me responsibility. Little by little, I gained the confidence to understand how to make a great leader. Although it has been many years now, I used this in my business handling every single day.”

Ivy Sankowski - A Woman's Place

“I am very goal orientated, and hold myself, employees and business to a higher standard.”

Thomas Rostron JR - Tom Rostron Co. Inc

“Organization skills and having and working toward daily, weekly, monthly and yearly goals!”

Thomas Fitzgerald - TPF Electrical Services

“Twenty years in the Marine Corps instilled the intangible character traits (such as discipline, drive and motivation) that has helped me to succeed as an independent business owner.”

Timothy Perry - Tracy Perry Salon

“Command pilot with over 7000 hours, 1200 in Vietnam in 1968. Taught Computer Science at Air Force Academy for 12 years. During that time I managed two computer centers, lead the acquisition team for the budgeting, specification, bidding, negotiating, awarding, and installing of five major computer systems. Management skills learned during career greatly enhanced my ability to lead civilian enterprises.”

Jerry B. Smith - Tranex Inc

“Military service and training has given us the knowledge and expertise in the field of products and services we're offering to the general public.”

Jerry Goodson - Tri-State Tactical

“The discipline and organizational skills instilled in me as a young soldier has influenced every aspect of my life personally and professionally to include the way I run my company and treat my clients.”

Thomas Stamulis - True North Group

“When the going gets tough the tough get going!”

Pablo Fel - True Vision Optical

“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

“It has provided with the knowledge and tools to manage an organization effectively and efficiently.”

Shameka Miller - Unique Administrative Resources

“Discipline.”

James Conley - Direct Connect Computer Systems, Inc.

“There's no better way to be prepared for overcoming obstacles in business than to be an Active Duty Marine! Specifically the "stick-to-it-iveness" that most civilians lack.”

Melvin McCabe - discoverthePASS

“It taught me organization skills, leadership, and discipline, it gave me a work ethic to never give up.”

Beryl Gosney - Distressed Homesale Institute

“I don't take anything for granted and I try to work hard and enjoy what I'm doing. I show responsibility by taking care of my clients and there needs.”

Glen Keller - Endeavour Industries Inc.

“Taught me to be better through organization, hard work, and preparation.”

Thomas Abercrombie - eWaste Disposal Inc.

“To go the extra mile.”

larry oshita - Five-O Pumping

“In the military I was an Staff Sergeant in the Field Artillery Branch, which help me to become a better leader and to strive for what I want. I always wanted a business from the first time I learned a trade.”

Derrick Pinckney - Genetic Push Supplements

“Maturity, integrity, professionalism, timely.”

Greg Scheer - GC Scheer Inspections & Testing, 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

“Learned how to interact with people.”

John Grodewald - GBSS

“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

“It helped my to go from a boy to a man and the responsibilities that go along with it, It took me out of my comfort place and showed me a whole new world out side of it.”

Joseph Russo - Eagle Rock Floors

“Discipline, integrity and the will to complete our mission give us a distinct advantage.”

Stephen Manthey - Kane Manthey Architects Incorporated

“After serving both on active duty and in the Reserves, I have learned a lot about leadership, discipline, ethics, dedication and helping others. As a business owner, I apply these skills every day, both with my staff and clients, in order to provide top quality service to all we serve.”

Clark Barkley - C.D. Barkley Insurance Agency, Inc.

“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

“Discipline, focus and follow through.”

Steve Rose - Solar Solutions Unltd.

“The United States Navy gave me the critical experience that I needed in order to succeed in this industry. The military bearing that was instilled in me is my most valuable trait.”

Erik Holston - Solar Electric, Inc.

“I like the discipline, structure and leadership. I enjoy helping people improve their relationship with their dogs. Dog training is fun and exciting everyday, just like the Army.”

Ryan McPherson - Bark Busters Home Dog Training - Alpharetta Georgia

“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

“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

“Prior to joining the DOL or FCBOE, Shannon spent 10 years in the U.S. Army where she was a Petroleum Supply Specialists. Even though Shannon never achieved leadership rank, she always had leadership positions. Having the position of running the Battalion retail point for of 260th Quartermaster at Hunter Army Airfield, Shannon kept accurate and impressive numbers. Being on an E3 did not stop her from displaying her leadership abilities by having five soldiers on her team. Later Shannon transferred to a unit where she led by running the Hazmat inventory for Charlie Company 324th Signal Battalion. Also during her tenure, Shannon led HHC 171 Aviation POL section by being the only female in a twenty-one man platoon during their wartime operations in Operation Iraqi Freedom. She handled all admin, operations, and accountability for her platoon sergeant. Shannon had two deployments during Operation Iraqi Freedom, and one during Bright Star Egypt.”

Shannon Kincade - Blackhawk Connect LLC

“It has equipped me with leadership, loyalty and commitment!”

Renee Floyd - BRF Mobile Lube Services

“Our company was founded by Veterans that understand that being on time and always delivering is the true meaning of what the military taught us, and we use it everyday in business.”

Willam Linzy - LPS Integration

“Stronger person.”

Mark Merrill - M L Merrill Construction Inc

“Have served my country and now serving my community.”

William McClammy - M TECH Home Inspections

“In the Marine Corp, I had a great deal of leadership training, as I could not just fire people I had to learn how to motivate them. After a great deal of time and effort researching the effectiveness of different leadership techniques I realized that there is no one perfect type of leadership. You must form your personnel around you or you around your personnel. Your employees outlook on the company does directly effect your profit margin.”

Jonathan Smith - M.H.R. Property Solutions

“Discipline to work harder than the average person, to persevere regardless of the situation. To be patient, focused, and follow through on any project. There isn't anything that you can't achieve, especially if you "believe". The attitude of the U.S. Navy IS "Can Do". Believe, Achieve, Receive.”

Lester Mccurtis - Mac's Herb Shop

“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

“Organization skills. Communication with different walks of life.”

Christopher Madison - Madison Variety Shop

“Persistence and honesty are paramount.”

Gary Wensec - Magee Technology Services

“Discipline, hard work, respect, delegate, responsibility, assertiveness, loyalty and most of all good common sense.”

RICHARD COLUCCI - Seacoast Imprint

“I was a radar-man in the Navy. When we were on operations things always got real tense. These times really taught me how to man up take charge (when applicable) and get things done.”

Dan O'Geary - Signature Design & Manufacturing, Inc.

“Training and discipline. The US Army trained me to be prepared and be committed to my services. Present the best and be the best.”

Noel Hoffman - Simple Solutions

“Discipline, honor, commitment, were just words before the military. Now I live by them!”

Kim Thompson - Sistre's LLC

“I was a Nuclear ELT in the Navy. The basic course was given to the top 10% of navy applicants and the attrition rate was about 60%. This program was during the draft program and I have heard they have become more lenient to be able to fill billets.”

Bernard Preisz - Sivirt

“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

“As a Management Systems Officer in a naval industrial facility assembling and testing Polaris Missiles, I designed and implemented a Production Inventory Management System. Later on that background assisted me when I was working as a Manufacturing Engineer Manager and developed a materials processing concept that saved the company $350,000 annually. Further I worked in a variety of positions of increasing responsibility to do with sales, engineering and manufacturing.”

Richard Zielinski - Hydra Technology Corporation

“Being in a Tank Commander in Vietnam taught me that there is always a way to achieve success. The road ahead may seem impossible to cross, but with determination and some quick thinking anything is possible.”

Jeffery Locke - iAttachments

“The Air Force gave me the opportunity to travel to countries where being in business was a necessity to survival. Military life gave me a discipline and ability to look strategically and tactically at situations in order to better make decisions. I have been in business for over 16 years.”

Lazone Grays, Jr. - IBSA, Inc.

“Being the Army helped me learn dogged persistence and how to better push through my own resistance around doing things that I didn't like without all the complaining. Take latrine-duty for instance! Gross but necessary, and whining about it doesn't get the job done. It also taught me the value of teamwork and how depending on and supporting others brings a profound sense of gratitude, pride, and self-honor.”

Lola Scarborough - Integrative Health-After-Trauma Services Org (IHATSO)

“As a U.S. Army Airborne Ranger I learned discipline, integrity, honor, and pride. I give the Army an incredible amount of credit to my success. I know that without this experience in my life I would not be the man I am today. Rangers Lead The Way! Hooah!”

Justen Hovey - Intercept Investigative Agency

“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

“I have been "honorably" separated from the Army for quite some time now. What the Army did teach me or instilled in me was "leadership". Weathering the hardship. Sharpened my focus and determination to succeed no matter the cost!”

John Daugherty - National Property Inspections- Seabrook

“The military bestowed in me to become what I can no matter the challenges.”

Sarah Nava - Sarah Nava Photography

“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

“Taught me to work hard, be discipline, never give up!”

lee sampson - New Foundation Cleaning Services

“Organization and leadership.”

Ramon Resto - New Visions Outreach Center

“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.

“The military exposed me to many levels of leadership and management under both the worst and best of times; it taught me to communicate across all levels of an organization,and to manage and direct projects across international and state lines.”

Edward Johnson - Global HR Consulting & Immigration Services

“Leadership, endurance, commitment, focused, organized, results-oriented.”

Doug Hutten - Victory Ranch Inc.

“As a Navy trainer I learned the value and importance of developing your people to accomplish the mission. This philosophy has carried over into the private sector where this importance translates into revenue performance and profits.”

Stephen Tanzer - Global Performance Strategies LLC

“I learned organizational skills, management and leadership through my time in the military; I believe that this is invaluable to any business.”

John Weaver - Global Reconnaissance Solutions, LLC

“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

“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

“My military MOS was 22K2H and 22K20. My Alumni is Redstone Arsenal 1969 to 71. Hawk missile launcher instructor and repairman. Taught discipline, hard work, leadership, loyalty, honor and respect, Earned the rank of SPC5 in 13 months. Taught by the military to work alone, work hard and make decisions that benefit all rather then a few. My work on guided missile systems will forever be my life’s greatest experience. I wish I had paid much more attention to my instructors.”

Clifford Isaac - Clifford Isaac

“The challenges it takes to run a business requires leadership skills, organization and discipline. All qualities learned in the Military.”

Robert Smithers - Miercom

“The military help me to understand that it takes, understanding the need and knowing that it take more than one person to get the job done right the first time. For we can do better together.”

Michael Campbell - Mike Campbells Food Equipment Service

“Being a Platoon Sgt in South East Asia with the First Calvary you learned a lot about getting your Job done.”

Michael Honea - Mike Honea Insurance Agency

“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

“My military service improved my decision making abilities, attention to detail and the ability to lead by example. The military demands individuals to go the extra mile, not for themselves, but for the team. Every team that I have built has instilled those principles, which creates a high performing team.”

Terrence Thomas - Military and Veterans Discount Center

“Electronics training in the military prepared me for a career in radio communications.”

Timothy Miller - Miller Communications, Inc.

“To give 100% in all you do, rather reaching for goals or job related duties.”

Phillip Miller - Millers Zoo Sanctuary Inc

“I believe my service in the Air Force prepared me to by a business owner completely. Without my proud service in the Air Force, I don't feel I would have ever had the drive to open my own business. In preparing me for life's lessons, the Air Force also instilled in my the drive and patience to deal with customers on a daily basis.”

Mark Fringer - Missouri Firearm Instruction

“Maturity, Discipline and Perseverance are the three qualities that my military experience gave me that have helped most in my business. The Army also helped pay for my college education.”

J. Keith Maxwell - Montgomery Land Surveying

“The Marine Corps prepared me for business ownership by instilling a disciplined approach to accomplishing organizational goals and managing the challenges presented to any growing business.”

Thomas Stelter - Motorsport Solutions

“Integrity, Honesty, Discipline, and Team Building are core competencies when it comes to serving in the military and buying or selling real estate with us in Boise Idaho.”

Paul Doughty - Mountain Realty

“Discipline, leadership, communication, networking.”

James Carrion - Mountain View Systems

“The military taught me how to be a team member, I don't want people working fore me as much as with me. Self discipline is a must-have quality in business.”

Miles Puckett - MP Dumptrucking

“The military helped me get better organized and build the interactions needed to succeed. The relationships built will do nothing but to open new doors.”

Matthew Stoddard - Myztic Photos LLC

“Winning is the only option. Determination to always improve. Be helpful to others around me.”

Charles Fairchild - Nicholas Printing, Inc.

“During my time in the Navy I learned how to stay focused on my goals and remain disciplined under stressful conditions and stay the course. It taught me leadership and teamwork to accomplish and end result.”

Eugene Nix - Nix Construction Co. LLC

“I served in the Navy from 1967 to 1970. At a young age I was give the responsibility of leading several sailors in the recovery and pre-flighting of navy aircraft. Plus I met my wife of 43 years in Corpus Christi Texas.”

Thomas Thwaites - Coda Coffee Company LLC

“The military taught me respect, dignity, and a strong work ethic. It provided me with many critical skills including attention to detail, ability to effectively lead, commitment, discipline, and perseverance. As a business owner, I use my military experience to help me lead a successful company that produces the highest quality products and maintains a productive work environment for my employees. My company highly respects our employees, customers, and suppliers, and we are proud to serve.”

Blake Seas - ColorPro Printing

“Leadership, discipline and fortitude!”

Beryl Gosney - Connect Realty Team USA

“I am up to the challenge of long hours and high stress of starting a new business in a weak economy. The military taught me not to take no for an answer, and to push past any obstacles to get the job done.”

Casey Ferguson - Conservative Pain Solutions

“My Naval active duty service and current reserves time has prepared my path with achieving the most I can in the time God provides me on this side of the earth. Through discipline and being tenacious, I've learned not to be stagnant in any job I do and is why I started my own business which keeps me from becoming exhausted in endeavor I take on to grow my company and/or educate others.”

Mark Miller - CoolRunnings Protection

“As a sailor for 16 years I was able taught how to prepare for the day ahead and I also learned a valuable lesson that goes like this "Plan Your Work and Work Your Plan" That is one of the best lessons I learned from the military. I served on many ships and shore bases making repairs and being the lead person in the pipe repair workshop. I also gained the perspective that a hard days work is always rewarding.”

Jeffrey Pate - County Plumbing LLC

“VA educational assistance has allowed me to complete both my undergraduate work in Economics and Operations Management as well as my masters degree in Accounting.”

Joshua Wiseman - CRUX Business Solutions

“I truly believe I am who I am because of my service to my country, serving in the military intelligence was both an honor and a privilege and everyone who knows anything about me knows that I'm dedicated, committed, honest, loyal and a fighter. Hard work is an understatement in commercial construction and I've yet to find anyone that works as hard as myself or the Veterans who work on our team.”

scott Dickson - Veterans Singleply Roofing LLC

“With over 31+ years of service in the U.S. ARMY my military experience has given me the leadership and organizational skills I need to own and operate my business. As the Recruiting and Retention Sergeant Major, I have supported over 10,000 Soldier’s and their families with every day challenges and struggles of military life. This vast experience has enable me to Get Things Done and Take Care Of Soldiers! I continue to live by the ARMY Values: Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Selfless-Service, Honor, Integrity, and Personal Courage. Together We Achieve Victory!”

Joseph Sanchez - JCS Funding, LLC

“Discipline, structure, core values and commitment.”

Wayne Sullivan - A Quality Assured Building Services

“My military service took me to different places in the US and to Europe. I got the opportunity to work with a diverse group of people and to learn about different cultures. Most of all I learned about ethics, and taking pride in my work and in the service I provide to others. I learned the importance of responsibility and leadership. The skills I learned in the military will enable me to be a better business owner because those are important skills that I can transfer to the business I own.”

Linda Nunez - Coqui Translations