60 acast.com War Room to Board Room https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/war-room-to-board-room en MaShon Wilson Veterans MaShon Wilson

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]]> false MaShon Wilson info+634cc115b31eda00126e9c8e@mg-eu.acast.com 634cc115b31eda00126e9c8e war-room-to-board-room episodic https://assets.pippa.io/shows/cover/1665974445956-27a1cb648f621cf107fafafba001c7b9.jpeg https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/war-room-to-board-room War Room to Board Room S. 4 Ep. 2 - Ross Dickman - Aviator/TAC Officer to Non-Profit Executive S. 4 Ep. 2 - Ross Dickman - Aviator/TAC Officer to Non-Profit Executive Wed, 19 Nov 2025 05:00:00 GMT 48:07 69081877e4f1777b41f3b7c0 false https://shows.acast.com/war-room-to-board-room/episodes/s-4-ep-2-ross-dickman-aviatortac-officer-to-non-profit-execu 69081877e4f1777b41f3b7c0 634cc115b31eda00126e9c8e s-4-ep-2-ross-dickman-aviatortac-officer-to-non-profit-execu full 4 2 Ross Dickman is Chief Executive Officer of Hire Heroes USA, the nation's leading employment support nonprofit serving transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses. A West Point graduate and Army veteran, Ross exemplifies successful military-to-civilian transition while helping thousands of veterans achieve the same.

Military Leadership

Ross graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point with a BS in Comparative Politics (2000-2004). His Army career included commanding an Apache Longbow helicopter company of 35 soldiers and 8 aircraft worth over $500 million. Selected ahead of 10 peers, he also commanded a Headquarters Company of 115 soldiers with $12+ million in equipment.

His operational roles included serving as Operations Manager for the 1st Air Cavalry Brigade (3,500 soldiers, 120 aircraft), Platoon Leader managing 16 soldiers and 4 aircraft valued at $200+ million, and Logistics Manager for a battalion of 420 soldiers. His final military assignment was Executive Assistant to the Commanding General at the U.S. Army Combat Readiness and Safety Center, coordinating operations and strategic communications for senior leadership.

Advanced Education

Ross earned his MA in Organizational Psychology from Teachers College at Columbia University (2012-2013) through the Eisenhower Leader Development Program, a selective partnership between Columbia and West Point. He later completed his Executive MBA from the Terry College of Business at the University of Georgia (2018-2020), combining organizational psychology insights with strategic business expertise.

Hire Heroes USA Journey

Ross joined Hire Heroes USA in March 2016 as Director of the Independence Project, managing a $13 million, five-year research program examining veteran interactions with the VA disability system. He led program design, data analysis, and a six-person team while managing relationships with major partners and funders.

His leadership drove rapid advancement: Interim CEO (February 2020), Chief Operating Officer (October 2020-April 2024), and Chief Executive Officer (March 2024-present). Under his leadership, Hire Heroes USA maintains its position as America's most impactful veterans employment organization.

Leadership Philosophy

Ross operates at the intersection of operational efficiency and strategic vision, believing in collaborative problem-solving, relationship building, and evidence-informed processes. He views employment as the primary vehicle for quality of life and community inclusion after military service, driving his commitment to full lifecycle career interventions that impact veterans, families, communities, and the nation.

Selected as a Stand-To Veteran Leadership Program Scholar at the George W. Bush Presidential Center (2021), Ross continues developing veteran leaders committed to service beyond uniform.

Impact & Vision

Ross's journey from commanding combat aircraft to leading the nation's premier veterans employment organization demonstrates adaptive leadership and mission-driven excellence. His combination of military discipline, organizational psychology expertise, and business strategy enables Hire Heroes USA to provide personalized, no-cost employment services that transform thousands of lives annually—ensuring successful reintegration and meaningful civilian careers for America's veterans.

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]]> Ross Dickman is Chief Executive Officer of Hire Heroes USA, the nation's leading employment support nonprofit serving transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses. A West Point graduate and Army veteran, Ross exemplifies successful military-to-civilian transition while helping thousands of veterans achieve the same.

Military Leadership

Ross graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point with a BS in Comparative Politics (2000-2004). His Army career included commanding an Apache Longbow helicopter company of 35 soldiers and 8 aircraft worth over $500 million. Selected ahead of 10 peers, he also commanded a Headquarters Company of 115 soldiers with $12+ million in equipment.

His operational roles included serving as Operations Manager for the 1st Air Cavalry Brigade (3,500 soldiers, 120 aircraft), Platoon Leader managing 16 soldiers and 4 aircraft valued at $200+ million, and Logistics Manager for a battalion of 420 soldiers. His final military assignment was Executive Assistant to the Commanding General at the U.S. Army Combat Readiness and Safety Center, coordinating operations and strategic communications for senior leadership.

Advanced Education

Ross earned his MA in Organizational Psychology from Teachers College at Columbia University (2012-2013) through the Eisenhower Leader Development Program, a selective partnership between Columbia and West Point. He later completed his Executive MBA from the Terry College of Business at the University of Georgia (2018-2020), combining organizational psychology insights with strategic business expertise.

Hire Heroes USA Journey

Ross joined Hire Heroes USA in March 2016 as Director of the Independence Project, managing a $13 million, five-year research program examining veteran interactions with the VA disability system. He led program design, data analysis, and a six-person team while managing relationships with major partners and funders.

His leadership drove rapid advancement: Interim CEO (February 2020), Chief Operating Officer (October 2020-April 2024), and Chief Executive Officer (March 2024-present). Under his leadership, Hire Heroes USA maintains its position as America's most impactful veterans employment organization.

Leadership Philosophy

Ross operates at the intersection of operational efficiency and strategic vision, believing in collaborative problem-solving, relationship building, and evidence-informed processes. He views employment as the primary vehicle for quality of life and community inclusion after military service, driving his commitment to full lifecycle career interventions that impact veterans, families, communities, and the nation.

Selected as a Stand-To Veteran Leadership Program Scholar at the George W. Bush Presidential Center (2021), Ross continues developing veteran leaders committed to service beyond uniform.

Impact & Vision

Ross's journey from commanding combat aircraft to leading the nation's premier veterans employment organization demonstrates adaptive leadership and mission-driven excellence. His combination of military discipline, organizational psychology expertise, and business strategy enables Hire Heroes USA to provide personalized, no-cost employment services that transform thousands of lives annually—ensuring successful reintegration and meaningful civilian careers for America's veterans.

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]]> S. 4 Ep. 1 - Dr. Meghan Venable-Thomas - Human Resources/Admissions to Public Health/Community Development S. 4 Ep. 1 - Dr. Meghan Venable-Thomas - Human Resources/Admissions to Public Health/Community Development Tue, 04 Nov 2025 05:00:00 GMT 55:08 690817583906f8011a6dd467 false https://shows.acast.com/war-room-to-board-room/episodes/s-4-ep-1-dr-meghan-venable-thomas-human-resourcesadmissions 690817583906f8011a6dd467 634cc115b31eda00126e9c8e s-4-ep-1-dr-meghan-venable-thomas-human-resourcesadmissions Public Health full 4 1 Dr. Meghan Venable-Thomas is the Director of Community Development for the City of Birmingham, Alabama, where she leads people-centered initiatives impacting over 200,000 residents. Her career exemplifies adaptive leadership through successful transitions from military service to public health innovation and municipal government.

Military Service & Leadership

A graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point (BS in Chinese and Spanish Languages), Dr. Venable-Thomas served over 15 years in the U.S. Army, including combat deployments to Iraq. As Battalion Human Resource Director in Balad, Iraq, she led operations for 430+ personnel across 30+ locations in a high-pressure environment with 60% turnover, improving data accuracy by 90%.

Her signature achievement was creating "Operation Safe Return," a redeployment program that reduced domestic abuse, substance, and motor vehicle incidents by 99%. The program was adopted organization-wide, benefiting over 4,000 personnel. She was named 2010 Army Adjutant General Officer of the Year for this exceptional leadership.

At West Point, she excelled in diversity recruitment leadership. As Diversity Outreach Executive Officer, she led a five-person team and increased the yield of accepted diverse candidates by 24%. As Southeast Outreach Officer, she developed marketing campaigns across 90 congressional districts in eight states, increasing under-represented candidates by 13%.

Academic Excellence

Dr. Venable-Thomas holds multiple advanced degrees:

  • Doctorate of Public Health, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health (2015-2018)
  • Master's in Public Health Management, Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health (2013-2015)
  • Master of Arts in Organizational Psychology, Teachers College, Columbia University
  • Master's in Human Resources Management, Webster University
  • BS in Chinese and Spanish Languages, United States Military Academy at West Point (2003-2007)

She was selected as a Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Culture of Health Leaders Fellow (2019-2022), a prestigious national program supporting leaders addressing health inequities. Her doctoral research focused on health equity in the built environment, community-based design, and healing justice strategies.

Civilian Impact

At Enterprise Community Partners, Dr. Venable-Thomas served as Senior Program Director, supporting community development organizations nationwide in integrating creative and healing-centered approaches for equitable outcomes. She managed the Climate and Cultural Resilience Grant Program, working with organizations across the country to use creative placemaking strategies addressing climate resilience, equity, and community engagement.

She has also served as a researcher at Harvard Graduate School of Design's Just City Lab, investigating urban justice and design's role in creating equitable cities, and as an international consultant in Vietnam evaluating cardiac care training programs.

Current Role

As Birmingham's Director of Community Development since April 2022, Dr. Venable-Thomas puts people first by engaging communities to build thriving places. Her work focuses on health equity in the built environment, community-based design, healing justice, and cross-sector collaboration. She leads strategic initiatives that combine her military operational excellence, public health expertise, and commitment to equitable development.

Her leadership philosophy centers on change management, people-centered design, interdisciplinary collaboration, and strategic communications—demonstrating how core leadership principles translate across military, academic, nonprofit, and government sectors.

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]]> Dr. Meghan Venable-Thomas is the Director of Community Development for the City of Birmingham, Alabama, where she leads people-centered initiatives impacting over 200,000 residents. Her career exemplifies adaptive leadership through successful transitions from military service to public health innovation and municipal government.

Military Service & Leadership

A graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point (BS in Chinese and Spanish Languages), Dr. Venable-Thomas served over 15 years in the U.S. Army, including combat deployments to Iraq. As Battalion Human Resource Director in Balad, Iraq, she led operations for 430+ personnel across 30+ locations in a high-pressure environment with 60% turnover, improving data accuracy by 90%.

Her signature achievement was creating "Operation Safe Return," a redeployment program that reduced domestic abuse, substance, and motor vehicle incidents by 99%. The program was adopted organization-wide, benefiting over 4,000 personnel. She was named 2010 Army Adjutant General Officer of the Year for this exceptional leadership.

At West Point, she excelled in diversity recruitment leadership. As Diversity Outreach Executive Officer, she led a five-person team and increased the yield of accepted diverse candidates by 24%. As Southeast Outreach Officer, she developed marketing campaigns across 90 congressional districts in eight states, increasing under-represented candidates by 13%.

Academic Excellence

Dr. Venable-Thomas holds multiple advanced degrees:

  • Doctorate of Public Health, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health (2015-2018)
  • Master's in Public Health Management, Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health (2013-2015)
  • Master of Arts in Organizational Psychology, Teachers College, Columbia University
  • Master's in Human Resources Management, Webster University
  • BS in Chinese and Spanish Languages, United States Military Academy at West Point (2003-2007)

She was selected as a Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Culture of Health Leaders Fellow (2019-2022), a prestigious national program supporting leaders addressing health inequities. Her doctoral research focused on health equity in the built environment, community-based design, and healing justice strategies.

Civilian Impact

At Enterprise Community Partners, Dr. Venable-Thomas served as Senior Program Director, supporting community development organizations nationwide in integrating creative and healing-centered approaches for equitable outcomes. She managed the Climate and Cultural Resilience Grant Program, working with organizations across the country to use creative placemaking strategies addressing climate resilience, equity, and community engagement.

She has also served as a researcher at Harvard Graduate School of Design's Just City Lab, investigating urban justice and design's role in creating equitable cities, and as an international consultant in Vietnam evaluating cardiac care training programs.

Current Role

As Birmingham's Director of Community Development since April 2022, Dr. Venable-Thomas puts people first by engaging communities to build thriving places. Her work focuses on health equity in the built environment, community-based design, healing justice, and cross-sector collaboration. She leads strategic initiatives that combine her military operational excellence, public health expertise, and commitment to equitable development.

Her leadership philosophy centers on change management, people-centered design, interdisciplinary collaboration, and strategic communications—demonstrating how core leadership principles translate across military, academic, nonprofit, and government sectors.

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]]> S. 3 Ep. 5 - Samir Patel - Armor/Real Estate to Entrepreneur/Reservist/Fund Manager S. 3 Ep. 5 - Samir Patel - Armor/Real Estate to Entrepreneur/Reservist/Fund Manager Thu, 17 Jul 2025 04:00:00 GMT 47:01 684c77c10491d5f5859e47e5 false https://shows.acast.com/war-room-to-board-room/episodes/s-3-ep-5-samir-patel-armorreal-estate-to-entrepreneurreservi 684c77c10491d5f5859e47e5 634cc115b31eda00126e9c8e s-3-ep-5-samir-patel-armorreal-estate-to-entrepreneurreservi full 3 5 Samir Patel joining us. Samir is the managing partner of Trophy Point Investment Group, an Investor, entrepreneur, military officer, teacher, and traveler. He's an alum of United States Military Academy at West Point, Emory University - Goizueta Business School, and Georgia State University. He currently teaches Leadership at West Point and Real Estate at Georgia State University. Samir’s diverse background brings a unique perspective on leadership, education, and entrepreneurship.


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]]> Samir Patel joining us. Samir is the managing partner of Trophy Point Investment Group, an Investor, entrepreneur, military officer, teacher, and traveler. He's an alum of United States Military Academy at West Point, Emory University - Goizueta Business School, and Georgia State University. He currently teaches Leadership at West Point and Real Estate at Georgia State University. Samir’s diverse background brings a unique perspective on leadership, education, and entrepreneurship.


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]]> S. 3 Ep. 4 - Hon. David E. White, Jr. - Cavalry Officer/ Harvard Law to Big Law/White House/Peace Corps S. 3 Ep. 4 - Hon. David E. White, Jr. - Cavalry Officer/ Harvard Law to Big Law/White House/Peace Corps Tue, 17 Jun 2025 04:00:00 GMT 51:58 684c6d49b903c43b04e7e8ed false https://shows.acast.com/war-room-to-board-room/episodes/s-3-ep-4-hon-david-e-white-jr-cavalry-officer-harvard-law-to 684c6d49b903c43b04e7e8ed 634cc115b31eda00126e9c8e s-3-ep-4-hon-david-e-white-jr-cavalry-officer-harvard-law-to Law School, Policy full 3 4 David E. White Jr. served as the 14th Deputy Director of the Peace Corps. He was unanimously confirmed by the U.S. Senate on December 20, 2023, and sworn in by Director Carol Spahn on December 29, 2023.


He previously served as Senior Advisor to the Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources at the U.S. Department of State. Prior to joining the State Department, he served as Special Assistant to the President in the White House Office of Presidential Personnel (PPO). Earlier in the Biden-Harris Administration, White served on the National Security Council as Senior Advisor to the White House Coordinator for Operation Allies Welcome, where he facilitated whole-of-government efforts to provide housing, health care, education, employment, and other resources at scale for nearly 90,000 Afghan allies resettled in the United States. An attorney by training, White joined the Biden-Harris Administration as Deputy Associate Counsel in PPO.


In 2019, White served as a policy advisor to Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign. He later served in a similar capacity with President Joe Biden’s 2020 presidential campaign. Following their election, White served as an attorney on the Biden-Harris Transition Team.


White began his career in public service as a cavalry officer in the U.S. Army. He served on active duty in a variety of domestic and overseas assignments, including as a Scout Platoon Leader in Kandahar, Afghanistan, in support of Operation Enduring Freedom from 2011 to 2012. After being wounded in combat, White served as second-in-command of the Warrior Transition Unit at West Point, where he coordinated care for other wounded, ill, and injured service members. His military awards and decorations include the Bronze Star Medal, Purple Heart, and Combat Action Badge.


White is a graduate of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point and earned his law degree, cum laude, from Harvard Law School. After law school, he clerked for Judge Paul J. Watford of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit and worked as an attorney at Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz in New York City.


Born and raised in New York’s Hudson Valley, White splits his time between Washington, DC and Cambridge, MA, where his wife, Dana McKinney White, is a professor at the Harvard University Graduate School of Design.

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]]> David E. White Jr. served as the 14th Deputy Director of the Peace Corps. He was unanimously confirmed by the U.S. Senate on December 20, 2023, and sworn in by Director Carol Spahn on December 29, 2023.


He previously served as Senior Advisor to the Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources at the U.S. Department of State. Prior to joining the State Department, he served as Special Assistant to the President in the White House Office of Presidential Personnel (PPO). Earlier in the Biden-Harris Administration, White served on the National Security Council as Senior Advisor to the White House Coordinator for Operation Allies Welcome, where he facilitated whole-of-government efforts to provide housing, health care, education, employment, and other resources at scale for nearly 90,000 Afghan allies resettled in the United States. An attorney by training, White joined the Biden-Harris Administration as Deputy Associate Counsel in PPO.


In 2019, White served as a policy advisor to Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign. He later served in a similar capacity with President Joe Biden’s 2020 presidential campaign. Following their election, White served as an attorney on the Biden-Harris Transition Team.


White began his career in public service as a cavalry officer in the U.S. Army. He served on active duty in a variety of domestic and overseas assignments, including as a Scout Platoon Leader in Kandahar, Afghanistan, in support of Operation Enduring Freedom from 2011 to 2012. After being wounded in combat, White served as second-in-command of the Warrior Transition Unit at West Point, where he coordinated care for other wounded, ill, and injured service members. His military awards and decorations include the Bronze Star Medal, Purple Heart, and Combat Action Badge.


White is a graduate of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point and earned his law degree, cum laude, from Harvard Law School. After law school, he clerked for Judge Paul J. Watford of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit and worked as an attorney at Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz in New York City.


Born and raised in New York’s Hudson Valley, White splits his time between Washington, DC and Cambridge, MA, where his wife, Dana McKinney White, is a professor at the Harvard University Graduate School of Design.

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]]> S. 3 Ep. 3 - Herman Bulls - Army Colonel/USMA Econ to Real Estate Executive/Board Member S. 3 Ep. 3 - Herman Bulls - Army Colonel/USMA Econ to Real Estate Executive/Board Member Fri, 09 May 2025 04:00:00 GMT 42:52 680bcb3492c5c49bd1067ccd false https://shows.acast.com/war-room-to-board-room/episodes/s-3-ep-3-herman-bulls-army-colonelusma-econ-to-real-estate-e 680bcb3492c5c49bd1067ccd 634cc115b31eda00126e9c8e s-3-ep-3-herman-bulls-army-colonelusma-econ-to-real-estate-e full 3 3 Herman Bulls is an International Director and Vice Chairman at JLL, a global financial and professional services firm specializing in real estate operations and investment management. With over 35 years of experience, I help senior executives solve complex real estate challenges and achieve their strategic goals.


He served as a Member of the Defense Policy Board at the US Department of Defense, providing advice and opinions on matters of defense policy. Additionally, I am the Vice Chairman of the Board at USAA, a Fortune 100 diversified financial services firm serving the needs of military members and their families. I also serve as Chairman of the board at Fluence Energy (Nasdaq:FLNC) and serve on the boards of Host Hotels (Nasdaq:HST) and Comfort Systems, USA (NYSE:FIX). I am a NACD Fellow and have been recognized as one of the most influential individuals in corporate America and one of the top 100 corporate governance professionals in the nation. My specialties include real estate, finance, strategy, leadership, governance, and communication. I am passionate about delivering value, creating impact, and building trust.

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]]> Herman Bulls is an International Director and Vice Chairman at JLL, a global financial and professional services firm specializing in real estate operations and investment management. With over 35 years of experience, I help senior executives solve complex real estate challenges and achieve their strategic goals.


He served as a Member of the Defense Policy Board at the US Department of Defense, providing advice and opinions on matters of defense policy. Additionally, I am the Vice Chairman of the Board at USAA, a Fortune 100 diversified financial services firm serving the needs of military members and their families. I also serve as Chairman of the board at Fluence Energy (Nasdaq:FLNC) and serve on the boards of Host Hotels (Nasdaq:HST) and Comfort Systems, USA (NYSE:FIX). I am a NACD Fellow and have been recognized as one of the most influential individuals in corporate America and one of the top 100 corporate governance professionals in the nation. My specialties include real estate, finance, strategy, leadership, governance, and communication. I am passionate about delivering value, creating impact, and building trust.

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]]> S. 3 Ep. 2 - MAJ Charles Lewis, PhD - USAFA/Air Force Finance to USAFA Instructor/Management PhD S. 3 Ep. 2 - MAJ Charles Lewis, PhD - USAFA/Air Force Finance to USAFA Instructor/Management PhD Fri, 25 Apr 2025 17:36:50 GMT 37:05 680bc83450eb102528e25604 false https://shows.acast.com/war-room-to-board-room/episodes/s-3-ep-2-maj-charles-lewis-phd-usafaair-force-finance-to-usa 680bc83450eb102528e25604 634cc115b31eda00126e9c8e s-3-ep-2-maj-charles-lewis-phd-usafaair-force-finance-to-usa full 3 2 MAJ Charles Lewis, Ph.D., USAF. A former instructor and graduate of the United States Air Force Academy, MAJ Lewis will be sharing his valuable insights on career mapping, leadership principles, and his research around management. Get ready for a deep dive into strategic thinking and professional development! Our speaker brings more than ten years of leadership, management, and strategic analytical expertise to his current position as Air Force Material Command Budget Analyst in the US Air Force.

He has an MBA and PhD from Duke University's Fuqua School of Business and is currently working at the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) in addition to his Air Force duties. He has held a number of leadership and cost-analysis positions in the Air Force, taught management, and served as Duke's Deputy Director of Personnel.


He is also the co-founder of Migrate Rollers, a business that has been in operation for more than eight years, and he has academic and military endeavors.



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]]> MAJ Charles Lewis, Ph.D., USAF. A former instructor and graduate of the United States Air Force Academy, MAJ Lewis will be sharing his valuable insights on career mapping, leadership principles, and his research around management. Get ready for a deep dive into strategic thinking and professional development! Our speaker brings more than ten years of leadership, management, and strategic analytical expertise to his current position as Air Force Material Command Budget Analyst in the US Air Force.

He has an MBA and PhD from Duke University's Fuqua School of Business and is currently working at the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) in addition to his Air Force duties. He has held a number of leadership and cost-analysis positions in the Air Force, taught management, and served as Duke's Deputy Director of Personnel.


He is also the co-founder of Migrate Rollers, a business that has been in operation for more than eight years, and he has academic and military endeavors.



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]]> S. 3 Ep. 1 - Kyle Eberly - Aviator to MBA/Consultant/Content Creator S. 3 Ep. 1 - Kyle Eberly - Aviator to MBA/Consultant/Content Creator Fri, 28 Mar 2025 23:10:39 GMT 40:48 67e72c735fb59eadfc0ab01e false https://shows.acast.com/war-room-to-board-room/episodes/s-3-ep-1-kyle-eberly-aviator-to-mbaconsultantcontent-creator 67e72c735fb59eadfc0ab01e 634cc115b31eda00126e9c8e s-3-ep-1-kyle-eberly-aviator-to-mbaconsultantcontent-creator full 3 1 Kyle Eberly - a United States Military Academy at West Point graduate, former military pilot, Googler, and the voice behind Sitreps 2 Steercos - who's redefining what a successful military transition looks like.

Hear how Kyle transformed his military leadership skills into:


Governance at tech giant Google

Innovative consulting approaches at PwC

Groundbreaking veteran advocacy work

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]]> Kyle Eberly - a United States Military Academy at West Point graduate, former military pilot, Googler, and the voice behind Sitreps 2 Steercos - who's redefining what a successful military transition looks like.

Hear how Kyle transformed his military leadership skills into:


Governance at tech giant Google

Innovative consulting approaches at PwC

Groundbreaking veteran advocacy work

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]]> S. 2 Ep. 10 - Alana Abernathy - Naval Surface Warfare Officer to Holistic Health Practicioner/Writer S. 2 Ep. 10 - Alana Abernathy - Naval Surface Warfare Officer to Holistic Health Practicioner/Writer Wed, 08 May 2024 04:00:29 GMT 40:14 661f54940fe4570016c98583 false https://shows.acast.com/war-room-to-board-room/episodes/s-2-ep-1-alana-abernathy-naval-surface-warfare-officer-to-ho 661f54940fe4570016c98583 634cc115b31eda00126e9c8e s-2-ep-1-alana-abernathy-naval-surface-warfare-officer-to-ho full 2 10

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]]> S.2 - Ep. 9 - CSM(R) Wayne Robinson - Senior NCO and Special Forces Operator to Leader Development Executive at Deloitte, Google, and Moderna S.2 - Ep. 9 - CSM(R) Wayne Robinson - Senior NCO and Special Forces Operator to Leader Development Executive at Deloitte, Google, and Moderna Fri, 19 Apr 2024 07:00:29 GMT 56:00 661f50af0fe4570016c8fb98 false https://shows.acast.com/war-room-to-board-room/episodes/wayne-robinson-transitioning-as-a-senior-nco-and-special-for 661f50af0fe4570016c8fb98 634cc115b31eda00126e9c8e wayne-robinson-transitioning-as-a-senior-nco-and-special-for full 2 9 Wayne Robinson is a dynamic thought leader in talent and organizational transformations, Advocate of Empowerment, successful Entrepreneur, and Award-Winning Veteran. His journey epitomizes the essence of transition- igniting change and purpose in individuals facing life and career evolutions.

As a seasoned Global Leadership Strategist, Robinson orchestrates the rise of exceptional leaders in critical industries like healthcare, technology, and business. At Moderna, as Senior Director of Global Talent, he marshals the brightest minds to spearhead groundbreaking healthcare solutions, with a vision to elevate global well-being.

During his tenure at Google, Robinson played a pivotal role in founding The Google School for Leaders, cementing the company's executive echelon with strategic acumen to navigate complex global landscapes. At Deloitte, he co-founded the Deloitte Resilience Academy, redefining leadership development through grit and practical growth.

Robinson's strategic leadership ethos is deeply rooted in his 26-year military journey, where he served as an Army Command Sergeant Major and later dedicated nearly a decade to supporting veterans. His initiatives, like Vets in STEM and Student Veterans of America, have set benchmarks in aiding veterans' transition into civilian life and expanding educational opportunities. His impact extends to advisory roles with the US Department of Veterans Affairs, where he provided strategic counsel on programs supporting veterans and their families' educational and training needs.

Robinson's academic accolades include an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, complemented by certifications from MIT Sloan and The Wharton School. His unique blend of education and experience embodies the transformation driving change, empowerment, innovation, and integrity-driven leadership in shaping the future



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]]> Wayne Robinson is a dynamic thought leader in talent and organizational transformations, Advocate of Empowerment, successful Entrepreneur, and Award-Winning Veteran. His journey epitomizes the essence of transition- igniting change and purpose in individuals facing life and career evolutions.

As a seasoned Global Leadership Strategist, Robinson orchestrates the rise of exceptional leaders in critical industries like healthcare, technology, and business. At Moderna, as Senior Director of Global Talent, he marshals the brightest minds to spearhead groundbreaking healthcare solutions, with a vision to elevate global well-being.

During his tenure at Google, Robinson played a pivotal role in founding The Google School for Leaders, cementing the company's executive echelon with strategic acumen to navigate complex global landscapes. At Deloitte, he co-founded the Deloitte Resilience Academy, redefining leadership development through grit and practical growth.

Robinson's strategic leadership ethos is deeply rooted in his 26-year military journey, where he served as an Army Command Sergeant Major and later dedicated nearly a decade to supporting veterans. His initiatives, like Vets in STEM and Student Veterans of America, have set benchmarks in aiding veterans' transition into civilian life and expanding educational opportunities. His impact extends to advisory roles with the US Department of Veterans Affairs, where he provided strategic counsel on programs supporting veterans and their families' educational and training needs.

Robinson's academic accolades include an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, complemented by certifications from MIT Sloan and The Wharton School. His unique blend of education and experience embodies the transformation driving change, empowerment, innovation, and integrity-driven leadership in shaping the future



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]]> S2. - Ep. 8 - General Bernie (BBB) Banks - General Officer and Academic to Associate Dean, Board Member, and Leadership Consultant S2. - Ep. 8 - General Bernie (BBB) Banks - General Officer and Academic to Associate Dean, Board Member, and Leadership Consultant Fri, 15 Mar 2024 04:00:05 GMT 51:11 65ccca70e9ab1700179614f8 false https://shows.acast.com/war-room-to-board-room/episodes/s2-ep-8-general-bernie-bbb-banks-general-officer-and-academi 65ccca70e9ab1700179614f8 634cc115b31eda00126e9c8e s2-ep-8-general-bernie-bbb-banks-general-officer-and-academi General Officer, Academy Professor full 2 8

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]]> S2. - Ep. 7 - Dr. Jolene Erlacher - Military Spouse Transitioning/Developing Special Operations Soldiers/ Managing Intergenerational Teams S2. - Ep. 7 - Dr. Jolene Erlacher - Military Spouse Transitioning/Developing Special Operations Soldiers/ Managing Intergenerational Teams Fri, 01 Mar 2024 05:00:06 GMT 36:11 65ccc8c4cb376b0016e332ec false https://shows.acast.com/war-room-to-board-room/episodes/s2-ep-7-dr-jolene-erlacher-military-spouse-transitioningdeve 65ccc8c4cb376b0016e332ec 634cc115b31eda00126e9c8e s2-ep-7-dr-jolene-erlacher-military-spouse-transitioningdeve full 2 7

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]]> S2. - Ep. 6 - Jabe Johnson - Transitioning : Entrepreneurship, Personal Training/Competitive Bodybuilding, and Acting S2. - Ep. 6 - Jabe Johnson - Transitioning : Entrepreneurship, Personal Training/Competitive Bodybuilding, and Acting Fri, 16 Feb 2024 05:00:41 GMT 40:28 65ccc78847390500174b0a8d false https://shows.acast.com/war-room-to-board-room/episodes/s2-ep-6-jabe-johnson-transitioning-entrepreneurship-personal 65ccc78847390500174b0a8d 634cc115b31eda00126e9c8e s2-ep-6-jabe-johnson-transitioning-entrepreneurship-personal full 2 6

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]]> S2. - Ep. 5 - LTC(P) Theodis (TJ) Pope - Transitioning : Managing a Dual Military and Corporate Career S2. - Ep. 5 - LTC(P) Theodis (TJ) Pope - Transitioning : Managing a Dual Military and Corporate Career Fri, 02 Feb 2024 08:00:53 GMT 30:23 65a5e2e77c40240016eac720 false https://shows.acast.com/war-room-to-board-room/episodes/s2-ep-5-ltcp-theodis-tj-pope-transitioning-managing-a-dual-m 65a5e2e77c40240016eac720 634cc115b31eda00126e9c8e s2-ep-5-ltcp-theodis-tj-pope-transitioning-managing-a-dual-m full 2 5

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]]> S2. - Ep. 4 Landon Cheben - Special Operations Aviation and into Commercial Aviation S2. - Ep. 4 Landon Cheben - Special Operations Aviation and into Commercial Aviation Fri, 19 Jan 2024 08:00:44 GMT 44:19 65a5e22dda7e3d00165ead8d false https://shows.acast.com/war-room-to-board-room/episodes/s2-ep-4-landon-cheben-transitioning-from-mr-landon-cheben-an 65a5e22dda7e3d00165ead8d 634cc115b31eda00126e9c8e s2-ep-4-landon-cheben-transitioning-from-mr-landon-cheben-an Airline Pilot full 2 4

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]]> S2. - Ep. 3 Hon. Adrian Perkins - Transitioning from an Artillery Battery Commander into Harvard Law School and Politics S2. - Ep. 3 Hon. Adrian Perkins - Transitioning from an Artillery Battery Commander into Harvard Law School and Politics Fri, 05 Jan 2024 08:00:38 GMT 36:42 65922f195148890017a2cdf2 false https://shows.acast.com/war-room-to-board-room/episodes/s2-ep-3-hon-adrian-perkins-transitioning-from-an-artillery-b 65922f195148890017a2cdf2 634cc115b31eda00126e9c8e s2-ep-3-hon-adrian-perkins-transitioning-from-an-artillery-b full 2 3

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]]> S2. - Ep. 2 Kafi Joseph - Rugby/Military Police to Consulting/Chief of Staff S2. - Ep. 2 Kafi Joseph - Rugby/Military Police to Consulting/Chief of Staff Fri, 01 Dec 2023 08:00:25 GMT 54:45 6562b7ee7b097700129d6ef7 false https://shows.acast.com/war-room-to-board-room/episodes/s2-ep-2-kafi-joseph-rugbymilitary-police-to-consultingchief- 6562b7ee7b097700129d6ef7 634cc115b31eda00126e9c8e s2-ep-2-kafi-joseph-rugbymilitary-police-to-consultingchief- full 2 2 Kafi is an Operations Lead for CEO Advisory + DEI at Accenture, Former Lead Associate at Booz Allen

Hamilton, and a Manufacturing Project Manager at Fairbanks Morse Engine and National Air Cargo. She

served as both an active and National Guard Military Police Officer and former FW West Point Outreach

Officer. She is a graduate of West Point, George Washington, and Georgetown University McDonough

School of Business.

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Hamilton, and a Manufacturing Project Manager at Fairbanks Morse Engine and National Air Cargo. She

served as both an active and National Guard Military Police Officer and former FW West Point Outreach

Officer. She is a graduate of West Point, George Washington, and Georgetown University McDonough

School of Business.

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]]> S. 2 Ep. 1 - Alijah Talley - ADA/Outreach Admissions to Corporate Real Estate S. 2 Ep. 1 - Alijah Talley - ADA/Outreach Admissions to Corporate Real Estate Fri, 17 Nov 2023 08:00:24 GMT 42:05 6552774ff64c6e00129c0687 false https://shows.acast.com/war-room-to-board-room/episodes/s-2-ep-1-alijah-talley-adaoutreach-admissions-to-corporate-r 6552774ff64c6e00129c0687 634cc115b31eda00126e9c8e s-2-ep-1-alijah-talley-adaoutreach-admissions-to-corporate-r full 2 1

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]]> Ep. 21 - Military Police/Operations Analyst to Executive Coach/Entrepreneur with Shawnette Rochelle Ep. 21 - Military Police/Operations Analyst to Executive Coach/Entrepreneur with Shawnette Rochelle Fri, 07 Jul 2023 07:00:16 GMT 47:45 6490bf9b35ddf20010e3ba12 false https://shows.acast.com/war-room-to-board-room/episodes/ep-21-military-policeoperations-analyst-to-executive-coachen 6490bf9b35ddf20010e3ba12 634cc115b31eda00126e9c8e ep-21-military-policeoperations-analyst-to-executive-coachen MBA, Executive Coaching full 1 21

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]]> Ep. 20 - AG/Outreach to HR Strategy and Real Estate Investing with Alice Garcia Ep. 20 - AG/Outreach to HR Strategy and Real Estate Investing with Alice Garcia Fri, 23 Jun 2023 07:00:36 GMT 40:06 6490bdcd3e859600118ecc69 false https://shows.acast.com/war-room-to-board-room/episodes/ep-20-agoutreach-to-hr-strategy-and-real-estate-investing-wi 6490bdcd3e859600118ecc69 634cc115b31eda00126e9c8e ep-20-agoutreach-to-hr-strategy-and-real-estate-investing-wi Human Resources, Real Estate Investing, full 1 20

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]]> Ep. 19 - Army Ranger (3/75)/RSLC Instructor to Business School/Consulting Manager with Marcus Harmon Ep. 19 - Army Ranger (3/75)/RSLC Instructor to Business School/Consulting Manager with Marcus Harmon Fri, 12 May 2023 07:00:25 GMT 56:13 6448993646804f0011e2b7a2 false https://shows.acast.com/war-room-to-board-room/episodes/ep-19-army-ranger-375rslc-instructor-to-business-schoolconsu 6448993646804f0011e2b7a2 634cc115b31eda00126e9c8e ep-19-army-ranger-375rslc-instructor-to-business-schoolconsu full 1 19 is a consulting manager at Simon Kucher. He also served as a Ranger NCO in the 3rd Battalion of the 75th Ranger Regiment and Reconnaissance Surveillance Leadership Course at Fort Benning. He graduated from the University of Dayton in Ohio and Georgia Institute of Technology – Scheller School of Business.

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]]> Ep 18. Artillery/Outreach to Healthcare Project Management/Real Estate with Albert Vallejos Ep 18. Artillery/Outreach to Healthcare Project Management/Real Estate with Albert Vallejos Fri, 28 Apr 2023 07:00:01 GMT 39:15 644896609a9a5100109cdb4f false https://shows.acast.com/war-room-to-board-room/episodes/ep-18-artilleryoutreach-to-healthcare-project-managementreal 644896609a9a5100109cdb4f 634cc115b31eda00126e9c8e ep-18-artilleryoutreach-to-healthcare-project-managementreal full 1 18

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]]> Ep 17 - Field Artillery/Outreach Officer to Entrepreneur/Corporate Attorney with Devin T. Adams Ep 17 - Field Artillery/Outreach Officer to Entrepreneur/Corporate Attorney with Devin T. Adams Fri, 14 Apr 2023 07:00:18 GMT 57:32 64169b9b0baefa0011671c93 false https://shows.acast.com/war-room-to-board-room/episodes/ep-16-field-artilleryoutreach-officer-to-entrepreneurcorpora 64169b9b0baefa0011671c93 634cc115b31eda00126e9c8e ep-16-field-artilleryoutreach-officer-to-entrepreneurcorpora full 1 17

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]]> Ep. 16 - Pilot/Head of Diversity Admissions to DEI Executive/Entrepreneur with Mike Burns Ep. 16 - Pilot/Head of Diversity Admissions to DEI Executive/Entrepreneur with Mike Burns Fri, 31 Mar 2023 07:00:18 GMT 55:32 641695d3d7071d0011a246cf false https://shows.acast.com/war-room-to-board-room/episodes/ep-15-pilothead-of-diversity-admissions-to-dei-executiveentr 641695d3d7071d0011a246cf 634cc115b31eda00126e9c8e ep-15-pilothead-of-diversity-admissions-to-dei-executiveentr Diversity Equity and Inclusion, Entrepreneur, Aviator, Pilot full 1 16

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]]> Ep. 15 - Infantry Officer to Content Creator/Entrepreneur with Aditya “Sunny” Sundaresan Ep. 15 - Infantry Officer to Content Creator/Entrepreneur with Aditya “Sunny” Sundaresan Fri, 17 Mar 2023 07:00:21 GMT 55:17 640fd6e1d0b6be001191ea85 false https://shows.acast.com/war-room-to-board-room/episodes/ep-15-infantry-officer-to-content-creatorentrepreneur 640fd6e1d0b6be001191ea85 634cc115b31eda00126e9c8e ep-15-infantry-officer-to-content-creatorentrepreneur Content Creation, Transition, Infantry, Entrepreneur, Entrepreneurship, Business School full 1 15 Aditya “Sunny” Sundaresan is a Content Creator (4 million viewers) and Founder of Zuvier (Adventure x Travel Fashion Retail). He also served as an Infantry Officer at Fort Wainwright, AK. He is a graduate of the University of California at Santa Barbara and a current student at New York University – Stern School of Business.

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]]> Ep. 14 - Air Defense/Outreach Officer to Tech Chief of Staff/Strategist with Jerry Varnado Ep. 14 - Air Defense/Outreach Officer to Tech Chief of Staff/Strategist with Jerry Varnado Fri, 03 Mar 2023 08:00:07 GMT 50:18 64017b9e142018001173547d false https://shows.acast.com/war-room-to-board-room/episodes/ep-14-air-defenseoutreach-officer-to-tech-chief-of-staffstra 64017b9e142018001173547d 634cc115b31eda00126e9c8e ep-14-air-defenseoutreach-officer-to-tech-chief-of-staffstra Tech, Chief of Staff, Angel Investor, Columbia Business School, West Point, Air Defense, ADA full 1 14

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]]> Ep. 13 - AG/National Guard to MBA/Tech HR with Jessica (Ahn) Lucas Ep. 13 - AG/National Guard to MBA/Tech HR with Jessica (Ahn) Lucas Fri, 24 Feb 2023 08:00:52 GMT 1:06:18 63df34c3e25983001135204a false https://shows.acast.com/war-room-to-board-room/episodes/agnational-guard-to-mbatech-hr-with-jessica-ahn-lucas 63df34c3e25983001135204a 634cc115b31eda00126e9c8e agnational-guard-to-mbatech-hr-with-jessica-ahn-lucas Benefits, Healthcare, Human Resources, Army National Guard, Active Duty, Women Veteran full 1 13

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]]> Ep. 12 - Combat Engineer/Process Engineer to MBA/Search Fund with Michael Dames Ep. 12 - Combat Engineer/Process Engineer to MBA/Search Fund with Michael Dames Fri, 17 Feb 2023 08:00:13 GMT 49:11 63df33fd7632310011af7e40 false https://shows.acast.com/war-room-to-board-room/episodes/combat-engineerprocess-engineer-to-mbasearch-fund-with-micha 63df33fd7632310011af7e40 634cc115b31eda00126e9c8e combat-engineerprocess-engineer-to-mbasearch-fund-with-micha Search Fund full 1 12

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]]> Ep. 11 - ROTC/Insurance to Management Consultant/Entrepreneur with Shante Frazier Ep. 11 - ROTC/Insurance to Management Consultant/Entrepreneur with Shante Frazier Fri, 10 Feb 2023 08:00:08 GMT 34:28 63df326e02e9850011a19d9e false https://shows.acast.com/war-room-to-board-room/episodes/rotcinsurance-to-management-consultantentrepreneur-with-shan 63df326e02e9850011a19d9e 634cc115b31eda00126e9c8e rotcinsurance-to-management-consultantentrepreneur-with-shan full 1 11

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]]> Ep. 10 - Cavalry/Outreach Officer to Finance/DEI Executive with Omar Ritter Ep. 10 - Cavalry/Outreach Officer to Finance/DEI Executive with Omar Ritter Fri, 27 Jan 2023 08:00:44 GMT 1:01:04 63cfae7ee598f70011c2b80c false https://shows.acast.com/war-room-to-board-room/episodes/cavalryoutreach-officer-to-financedei-executive-with-omar-ri 63cfae7ee598f70011c2b80c 634cc115b31eda00126e9c8e cavalryoutreach-officer-to-financedei-executive-with-omar-ri Finance Executive, Transition, Army, DEI Executive, full 1 10

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]]> Ep 9 - Air Defense/Head Outreach Officer to Tech HR with Kenny Vaughn Ep 9 - Air Defense/Head Outreach Officer to Tech HR with Kenny Vaughn Fri, 20 Jan 2023 08:00:00 GMT 50:22 63c69b61636a95001010606f false https://shows.acast.com/war-room-to-board-room/episodes/air-defensehead-outreach-officer-to-tech-hr-with-kenny-vaugh 63c69b61636a95001010606f 634cc115b31eda00126e9c8e air-defensehead-outreach-officer-to-tech-hr-with-kenny-vaugh full 1 9

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]]> Ep. 8 - Artillery/Intelligence to Consultant/Operations Executive with Marcus Jackson Ep. 8 - Artillery/Intelligence to Consultant/Operations Executive with Marcus Jackson Fri, 13 Jan 2023 17:14:53 GMT 35:17 63c1918f2c42340011084c98 false https://shows.acast.com/war-room-to-board-room/episodes/artilleryintelligence-to-consultantoperations-executive-with 63c1918f2c42340011084c98 634cc115b31eda00126e9c8e artilleryintelligence-to-consultantoperations-executive-with full 1 8

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]]> Ep. 7 - Combat Engineer to EMT/Paramedic to Nursing with Juliet Talavera Ep. 7 - Combat Engineer to EMT/Paramedic to Nursing with Juliet Talavera Fri, 06 Jan 2023 05:00:41 GMT 28:31 63ae313804051d00109929f5 false https://shows.acast.com/war-room-to-board-room/episodes/combat-engineer-to-emtparamedica-to-nursing 63ae313804051d00109929f5 634cc115b31eda00126e9c8e combat-engineer-to-emtparamedica-to-nursing Healthcare, Transition, Airborne, Nursing, Nurse full 1 7

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]]> Ep. 6 - Combat Engineer to Consulting/Entrepreneurship with Stephane Manuel Ep. 6 - Combat Engineer to Consulting/Entrepreneurship with Stephane Manuel Fri, 30 Dec 2022 05:00:18 GMT 41:41 63ae2b5d075e6d001176e3cc false https://shows.acast.com/war-room-to-board-room/episodes/combat-engineer-to-consulting-and-entrepreneurship 63ae2b5d075e6d001176e3cc 634cc115b31eda00126e9c8e combat-engineer-to-consulting-and-entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship, Consulting, Business School full 1 6

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]]> Ep. 5 - Infantry Officer to Private Equity/Start-up Founder with Anthony Ruizcalderon Ep. 5 - Infantry Officer to Private Equity/Start-up Founder with Anthony Ruizcalderon Fri, 16 Dec 2022 17:00:10 GMT 39:24 6392ae7075091b00110da2a5 false https://shows.acast.com/war-room-to-board-room/episodes/transitioning-into-private-equity-to-start-up-founder-with-a 6392ae7075091b00110da2a5 634cc115b31eda00126e9c8e transitioning-into-private-equity-to-start-up-founder-with-a Business School, Private Equity, Start-up full 1 5

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]]> Ep. 4 - Adjutant General/Head of Outreach to Leadership Development/Start-ups with Natoshia Clinton Ep. 4 - Adjutant General/Head of Outreach to Leadership Development/Start-ups with Natoshia Clinton Fri, 09 Dec 2022 16:58:57 GMT 48:19 6392a1b1ef21b9001130ad43 false https://shows.acast.com/war-room-to-board-room/episodes/ag-to-leadership-development-to-start-up-tech 6392a1b1ef21b9001130ad43 634cc115b31eda00126e9c8e ag-to-leadership-development-to-start-up-tech Self Inventory, Introspection, Human Resources, Technology bonus 1 4 Natoshia Clinton is an HR Business Partner at Hover and Cornell Executive Coach. After time as an AG Officer and a Cornell Leadership Program Officer/Instructor/Leadership Coaching. She is a graduate of West Point and Cornell University. She is also a mother of two, sharing the challenges of balancing family life. The key tenants she shared with us are Introspection, Mentorship, Collaboration, Discipline, and Humility.


"Take inventory of the things you enjoy. I enjoy connecting with people" "Is it aligned with who I want to be in the world" "If there was a problem to be solved, what problem would you ask me to solve?"

"Lean heavy into unpacking who I am and who I want to be in the world"

"Be grateful for the lessons you had to learn, the experiences you had to go through. Be in gratitude for the leaders modeling the behaviors you want to emulate”

 "I used to view it [Black, female West Pointer] as a hindrance, but now I embrace my unique lens and as a superpower."


  • Military brat settled in Brooklyn, NY, before coming to West Point.
  • Mentors like LTG (R) Linnington recommend she come back to West Point Admissions.
  • MBA at Cornell led to a great deal of self-discovery, both personally and professionally
  • Business functions like Human Resources, Marketing, Finance, Banking, etc.
  • Then a mentor recommended returning to Cornell to help MBAs figure out who they want to be as leaders.
  • Becoming an executive Coach, "Learning how to unpack all the magic inside her."
  • Her manager was the type of mentor that knew what she was capable of, the ability to create and co-design an elective, "Leading across differences."
  • COVID and Broader societal awareness of racial injustice pushed her to make a career change
  • She found COVID that she liked a less stressful life, so when the "Return to the office" came. She decided to make a change.
  • She pursued a transition path through Breakline; she optimized for culture versus chasing the brand.
  • "What kind of work excites you? What gets you up in the morning?"
  • In what areas do I like doing things?
  • "A focus on her as a person, holistically."
  • It is hard to uncouple the things I do (programming) versus passion/enjoyment.
  • Have friends outside of the military, then you'll start to broaden your horizon.
  • There are opportunities outside of the military and government.
  • Breakline is an easy and fast pass, sales, account management, customer-facing, "invitation to some custom tables,"
  • "Be Comfortable taking a walk in your career exploration after the military."
  • The Alchemist "The Treasure is inside of you."
  • Adam Grant's podcast
  • Brene Brown
  • Oprah (Fairy God-mother) – Super Soul Sunday: Interviews with influential leaders
  • Oprah's Journal
  • "Lean heavily into unpacking who I am and who I want to be in the world."
  • Who am I in the world versus who someone else tells me I should be
  • "Be grateful for the lessons you had to learn, the experiences you had to go through. Be in gratitude for the leaders modeling the behaviors you want to emulate
  • Humility "Being more receptive to feedback in the military, especially" taking and processing the feedback as a young leader.
  • Being disciplined and taking time to transition (12+ months) well
  • Do you have transferrable skills? Is the graduate school required? Writing my resume?
  • Finding an assignment where you have the headspace to think? Balancing the requirements
  • Identity: There are only 300 or so Black female West Pointers worldwide. "It is the icing."
  • "I used to view it [Black, female West Pointer] as a hindrance, but now I embrace my unique lens and as a superpower."
  • Now I stand proudly in my skin, so perhaps I bring another 1 or 2 behind me.

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"Take inventory of the things you enjoy. I enjoy connecting with people" "Is it aligned with who I want to be in the world" "If there was a problem to be solved, what problem would you ask me to solve?"

"Lean heavy into unpacking who I am and who I want to be in the world"

"Be grateful for the lessons you had to learn, the experiences you had to go through. Be in gratitude for the leaders modeling the behaviors you want to emulate”

 "I used to view it [Black, female West Pointer] as a hindrance, but now I embrace my unique lens and as a superpower."


  • Military brat settled in Brooklyn, NY, before coming to West Point.
  • Mentors like LTG (R) Linnington recommend she come back to West Point Admissions.
  • MBA at Cornell led to a great deal of self-discovery, both personally and professionally
  • Business functions like Human Resources, Marketing, Finance, Banking, etc.
  • Then a mentor recommended returning to Cornell to help MBAs figure out who they want to be as leaders.
  • Becoming an executive Coach, "Learning how to unpack all the magic inside her."
  • Her manager was the type of mentor that knew what she was capable of, the ability to create and co-design an elective, "Leading across differences."
  • COVID and Broader societal awareness of racial injustice pushed her to make a career change
  • She found COVID that she liked a less stressful life, so when the "Return to the office" came. She decided to make a change.
  • She pursued a transition path through Breakline; she optimized for culture versus chasing the brand.
  • "What kind of work excites you? What gets you up in the morning?"
  • In what areas do I like doing things?
  • "A focus on her as a person, holistically."
  • It is hard to uncouple the things I do (programming) versus passion/enjoyment.
  • Have friends outside of the military, then you'll start to broaden your horizon.
  • There are opportunities outside of the military and government.
  • Breakline is an easy and fast pass, sales, account management, customer-facing, "invitation to some custom tables,"
  • "Be Comfortable taking a walk in your career exploration after the military."
  • The Alchemist "The Treasure is inside of you."
  • Adam Grant's podcast
  • Brene Brown
  • Oprah (Fairy God-mother) – Super Soul Sunday: Interviews with influential leaders
  • Oprah's Journal
  • "Lean heavily into unpacking who I am and who I want to be in the world."
  • Who am I in the world versus who someone else tells me I should be
  • "Be grateful for the lessons you had to learn, the experiences you had to go through. Be in gratitude for the leaders modeling the behaviors you want to emulate
  • Humility "Being more receptive to feedback in the military, especially" taking and processing the feedback as a young leader.
  • Being disciplined and taking time to transition (12+ months) well
  • Do you have transferrable skills? Is the graduate school required? Writing my resume?
  • Finding an assignment where you have the headspace to think? Balancing the requirements
  • Identity: There are only 300 or so Black female West Pointers worldwide. "It is the icing."
  • "I used to view it [Black, female West Pointer] as a hindrance, but now I embrace my unique lens and as a superpower."
  • Now I stand proudly in my skin, so perhaps I bring another 1 or 2 behind me.

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]]> Ep. 3 - Infantry/Outreach Officer to Law School/Big Law with Mr. Paul Bryant, Esq. Ep. 3 - Infantry/Outreach Officer to Law School/Big Law with Mr. Paul Bryant, Esq. Fri, 02 Dec 2022 05:00:19 GMT 50:37 63896927cb17a60010e93374 false https://shows.acast.com/war-room-to-board-room/episodes/law-school-and-lawyering-with-paul-bryant 63896927cb17a60010e93374 634cc115b31eda00126e9c8e law-school-and-lawyering-with-paul-bryant Attorney, Big Law, Transactions, Law School full 1 3 Paul Bryant, Esq. is an Associate at Cravath, Swaine,& Moore LLP in New York, after time as an Infantry Officer and a West Point Diversity Outreach Officer. He is a graduate of both West Point and Columbia Law School. He balances the challenging demand of Legal Transactions and Mergers & Acquisitions while still making time for his beautiful family and young daughter.

“Law School gives you a broad-based education with jargon and tools, but the firm is the finishing school for client, organization, and project management.”

“Finances-Saving Money is one of the things that scares most junior military officers.”

“What can I do now as 2LT to be a great attorney? My mentor responded focus on being a great 2LT and taking care of your soldiers.”

“Have the right attitude and reputation, which enables greater latitude in your role.”

  • Build your 4–5-year plan and then factor in contingencies
  • Focus on being a great officer FIRST, and knock out BOLC/KD assignments. Then once settled, start thinking about other phases.
  • In the military, the habits you build are based on your attitude.
  • If you think you can wave things off in Army, you’ll wave them off as an attorney.
  • Military habits are what distinguish you from your peers.
  • Standardized Tests for Law, Business, and Medicine are full-time jobs.
  • LSAT studying 6-12 months before applying, developing a study plan
  • Saving Money – When the Army money stops, what am I going to do
  • Looking at financial resources early
  • He did not have a family when he transitioned
  • Leverage your network, “Life is a people sport.”
  • If you do not have the stories, you cannot make those up or the respect that comes with them.
  • Consider what assignment(s) would enable you to best transition, “Ranger PL vs. Staff Position/Broadening Assignment.”
  • Key Development (KD) jobs are usually the least flexible.
  • Selecting Broadening Assignments (Minimal Field Time)
  • As Civilian Job as possible
  • Communicating his intent with his manager, enabling greater flexibility
  • Leveraging your network to see what’s the requirement and if it’s possible


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]]> Paul Bryant, Esq. is an Associate at Cravath, Swaine,& Moore LLP in New York, after time as an Infantry Officer and a West Point Diversity Outreach Officer. He is a graduate of both West Point and Columbia Law School. He balances the challenging demand of Legal Transactions and Mergers & Acquisitions while still making time for his beautiful family and young daughter.

“Law School gives you a broad-based education with jargon and tools, but the firm is the finishing school for client, organization, and project management.”

“Finances-Saving Money is one of the things that scares most junior military officers.”

“What can I do now as 2LT to be a great attorney? My mentor responded focus on being a great 2LT and taking care of your soldiers.”

“Have the right attitude and reputation, which enables greater latitude in your role.”

  • Build your 4–5-year plan and then factor in contingencies
  • Focus on being a great officer FIRST, and knock out BOLC/KD assignments. Then once settled, start thinking about other phases.
  • In the military, the habits you build are based on your attitude.
  • If you think you can wave things off in Army, you’ll wave them off as an attorney.
  • Military habits are what distinguish you from your peers.
  • Standardized Tests for Law, Business, and Medicine are full-time jobs.
  • LSAT studying 6-12 months before applying, developing a study plan
  • Saving Money – When the Army money stops, what am I going to do
  • Looking at financial resources early
  • He did not have a family when he transitioned
  • Leverage your network, “Life is a people sport.”
  • If you do not have the stories, you cannot make those up or the respect that comes with them.
  • Consider what assignment(s) would enable you to best transition, “Ranger PL vs. Staff Position/Broadening Assignment.”
  • Key Development (KD) jobs are usually the least flexible.
  • Selecting Broadening Assignments (Minimal Field Time)
  • As Civilian Job as possible
  • Communicating his intent with his manager, enabling greater flexibility
  • Leveraging your network to see what’s the requirement and if it’s possible


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]]> Ep. 2 - Infantry/Outreach to Education/Human Capital Consulting with Mr. William T. Osilaja Ep. 2 - Infantry/Outreach to Education/Human Capital Consulting with Mr. William T. Osilaja Fri, 18 Nov 2022 13:54:19 GMT 41:36 63778c6e325c8100106ef8c0 false https://shows.acast.com/war-room-to-board-room/episodes/ep-2-transitioning-with-mr-william-t-osilaja 63778c6e325c8100106ef8c0 634cc115b31eda00126e9c8e ep-2-transitioning-with-mr-william-t-osilaja Transition, Education, Business School, Human Capital Consulting, Charter School full 1 2 Mr. William T. Osilaja, a Human Capital Consultant at Deloitte, LLP, Infantry Officer, Former Diversity Outreach Officer, and Charter School Business Operations Officer, explains his strategy and tactical steps to transition. Before coming to West Point, Mr. Osilaja was a native of Evanston, IL. He graduated from West Point (BS) and the University of Michigan – Ross School of Business (MBA). During our conversation, he explores his decision to serve, transition, and choose his subsequent career.

“Everyone wants to save the world and be a millionaire.”

“Bloom where you’re planted”

Key Points:

- Understanding different types of people and personal awareness of your identity (y)/(es)

Multi-racial

Immigrant parent

Grandparent and parents served

- Understanding your passions and leveraging your skills (People Management, Operations)

- Developing muscle of checking in with yourself (Constant introspection/reevaluation)

- Humility and Perception is essential (Direct Military Feedback vs. Indirect Civilian Back)

- The importance of communication in different environments

Low context vs. high context communication

Consulting leverages improvisation of “Yes and …” versus the hard yes and no of the military

- Culture selection is vital as the initial shift/shock can quite significant

- Deloitte’s Business Chemistry and Michigan Model of Leadership

Communication, learning, and leadership styles

Creator, collaborator

Increased self-awareness and better communication

- Greater intentionality in the transition process

Talk to more mentors to collect as many data points as possible

People are full of information, so leveraging them and transition programs like MLT

Please connect with Tunde Osilaja on LinkedIn.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/tunde-osilaja-33a39175/

https://youtu.be/uyHFz_SMN-U

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]]> Mr. William T. Osilaja, a Human Capital Consultant at Deloitte, LLP, Infantry Officer, Former Diversity Outreach Officer, and Charter School Business Operations Officer, explains his strategy and tactical steps to transition. Before coming to West Point, Mr. Osilaja was a native of Evanston, IL. He graduated from West Point (BS) and the University of Michigan – Ross School of Business (MBA). During our conversation, he explores his decision to serve, transition, and choose his subsequent career.

“Everyone wants to save the world and be a millionaire.”

“Bloom where you’re planted”

Key Points:

- Understanding different types of people and personal awareness of your identity (y)/(es)

Multi-racial

Immigrant parent

Grandparent and parents served

- Understanding your passions and leveraging your skills (People Management, Operations)

- Developing muscle of checking in with yourself (Constant introspection/reevaluation)

- Humility and Perception is essential (Direct Military Feedback vs. Indirect Civilian Back)

- The importance of communication in different environments

Low context vs. high context communication

Consulting leverages improvisation of “Yes and …” versus the hard yes and no of the military

- Culture selection is vital as the initial shift/shock can quite significant

- Deloitte’s Business Chemistry and Michigan Model of Leadership

Communication, learning, and leadership styles

Creator, collaborator

Increased self-awareness and better communication

- Greater intentionality in the transition process

Talk to more mentors to collect as many data points as possible

People are full of information, so leveraging them and transition programs like MLT

Please connect with Tunde Osilaja on LinkedIn.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/tunde-osilaja-33a39175/

https://youtu.be/uyHFz_SMN-U

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]]> Ep. 1 - Aviator/Army Career to Academia/Thought Leadership with Dr. Hise O. Gibson Ep. 1 - Aviator/Army Career to Academia/Thought Leadership with Dr. Hise O. Gibson Fri, 11 Nov 2022 13:20:50 GMT 22:45 636e4c31cebe50001207b5b4 false https://shows.acast.com/war-room-to-board-room/episodes/ep-1-aviatorarmy-career-to-academiathought-leadership-with-d 636e4c31cebe50001207b5b4 634cc115b31eda00126e9c8e ep-1-aviatorarmy-career-to-academiathought-leadership-with-d Academia, Professor, Ph.D., Army Career, Transitioning, Thought Leadership full 1 1 Dr. Hise O. Gibson, a Harvard Business School Senior Lecturer, Combat Aviator, and Retired Army Colonel, explains his strategy and tactical steps to transition after 25 years of service. 

Dr. Gibson is a native of Lufkin, TX, before coming to West Point to play football. He is a graduate of West Point (BS), the Naval Postgraduate School (MS), and Harvard Business School (DBA). During our conversation, he explores his decision to serve, transition, and choose his subsequent career while balancing family life.

“Don’t be scared of transitioning.”

Key Points:

- Finding time to think about your transition (24 months before)

- Putting yourself out there, leveraging your network with mentors/peers

- Recognizing your unique value

Please connect with Dr. Gibson on the HBS Faculty Page and LinkedIn

https://www.hbs.edu/faculty/Pages/profile.aspx?facId=660784

https://www.linkedin.com/in/hisegibson/

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]]> Dr. Hise O. Gibson, a Harvard Business School Senior Lecturer, Combat Aviator, and Retired Army Colonel, explains his strategy and tactical steps to transition after 25 years of service. 

Dr. Gibson is a native of Lufkin, TX, before coming to West Point to play football. He is a graduate of West Point (BS), the Naval Postgraduate School (MS), and Harvard Business School (DBA). During our conversation, he explores his decision to serve, transition, and choose his subsequent career while balancing family life.

“Don’t be scared of transitioning.”

Key Points:

- Finding time to think about your transition (24 months before)

- Putting yourself out there, leveraging your network with mentors/peers

- Recognizing your unique value

Please connect with Dr. Gibson on the HBS Faculty Page and LinkedIn

https://www.hbs.edu/faculty/Pages/profile.aspx?facId=660784

https://www.linkedin.com/in/hisegibson/

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