Service Academy Business Mastermind

Episode link: https://www.sabmgroup.com/kris-yagel/ Kris Yagel (USMA '99) is the Founder of Diligent Plans whose mission is to build leaders and optimize the performance of teams across all industries, primarily through consulting, training, and motivational events. They offer robust, fully customizable programs and services ranging from in-depth analysis, to immersive team building, to cutting edge training, to motivational speaking, and beyond. In this episode, Kris and I discuss: His innovative team building exercises that get results Opportunities to join his team as a speaker How he got started in the leadership training business and how he got his first clients Connect with Kris Yagel: Kris on LinkedIn Diligent Plans If you found this episode valuable, please share it with a friend or colleague. If you are a Service Academy graduate and want to take your business to the next level, you can join our supportive community and get started today. Subscribe and help out the show: Subscribe on iTunes Subs

Website link: https://www.sabmgroup.com/pete-canalichio Pete Canalichio (USNA '81), the global authority on brand expansion, is on a mission to help brands become more alive in the hearts of those that experience them. He does that by helping them write a better story through compelling content, inspiring platform talks, in-depth consulting and workshops, and practical tools. Pete considers it a privilege to use his experience in global brand licensing and expansion at admired organizations such as Coca-Cola and Newell Rubbermaid to help his clients and their organizations reach their full potential. In this episode, Pete and I discuss: How he helps companies create licensing agreements to expand the impact of their brand His proprietary LASSO framework that helps companies expand their brand globally His experience from writing a book and how it has helped him win more client engagements Connect with Pete: Pete on Linkedin PeteCanalichio.com Buy Pete’s book: Expand, Grow, Thrive If you found this episode

Episode link: https://www.sabmgroup.com/jeff-sgro Jeff Sgro (USMA '84) Founder of Boss Logistics LLC, an integrated B2B, B2C, and Omni-Channel fulfillment solution that provides a deep range of services for clients ranging from Fortune 500 to start-up companies.  Their biggest advantage is providing all the fulfillment services their clients need “under one roof,” saving time and money and freeing their clients to focus on building their businesses. In this episode, Jeff and I discuss: How he helps e-commerce companies ship product more efficiently, saving them time and money His lucky break that landed him a great deal on warehouse space How he got started in the fulfillment business and how his experience at West Point and in the Army has helped him Connect with Jeff: Jeff on Linkedin Boss Logistics LLC If you found this episode valuable, please share it with a friend or colleague. If you are a Service Academy graduate and want to take your business to the next level, you can join our supportive communi

On today’s podcast, I am joined by special guest Buddy Rushing (USNA '04).  Buddy is the CEO of White Feather Investments and the fearless leader of SABM’s Real Estate Investing Accelerator. Over the past 10 years Buddy and his team have flipped houses, wholesaled, invested in trust deeds, structured seller financed transactions using Roth IRA funds, purchased an apartment complex, executed multiple 1031 exchanges, and much more.  In the past eighteen months, White Feather Investments has purchased 80+ rental properties, added $10MM+ worth of real estate to their collective portfolios, and established over $70k+ in monthly rental income. Buddy’s course is one of the most popular at SABM!  Here are some of the exciting wins we discuss in today’s podcast: Success stories from the 25 members in the 19-1 Accelerator How he helps Accelerator members find and fulfill their purpose (it’s not all about real estate!) The massive action the Accelerator members have taken in the first two months of the course If you f

Link to article: https://www.sabmgroup.com/john-ware/ John Ware (USCGA ’73) is the owner of Antifragile Business Resolutions.  Throughout his career, he has accumulated over 40 years of global experience and expertise within all types of business management disciplines. He has lived and worked in over 30 countries, either as a top executive with multinational manufacturing companies, or as the owner of his own multi-million dollar companies.  He specializes in difficult start-up and turnaround operations – those most in need of profit enhancement, cost controls, process overhaul and continuous improvement. In this episode, John and I discuss: His favorite stories from his involvement in over 150 turnaround situations; How he helped build the supply chains for major manufacturing and distribution companies giving them a global presence; and Why he keeps going and never plans to retire. Connect with John: Antifragile Business Resolutions John on LinkedIn If you found this episode valuable, please share it w

Investors Group Link: https://www.sabmgroup.com/invest/ In today’s podcast, we are excited to launch the Service Academy Investors Group!  This is a group of Academy graduates who are building wealth through investing in private equity, real estate, and operating businesses.  I am joined by special guest Bill Militello (USNA '92), Founder of Militello Capital. Bill’s team created an online platform called Local Vest where our Investors Group will be hosted. In this episode, Bill and I discuss how the platform will allow you to: Access exclusive investment opportunities Build your professional network Share your investment opportunities and experience with the group Learn from experts who specialize in various types of investments If you found this episode valuable, please share it with a friend or colleague. If you are a Service Academy graduate and want to take your business to the next level, you can join our supportive community and get started today. Subscribe and help out the show: Subscribe on iTunes

Episode link: https://www.sabmgroup.com/at-branch A.T. Branch (USMA ’10) is a former Army Captain and an up and coming performing artist in Nashville, TN.  Fresh off his completion of 8 years of active duty service, he is working diligently to release his introductory EP to the world this Summer.  He recently completed a successful Kickstarter campaign raising over $10,000 for his new album. In this episode, A. T. and I discuss: His decision to pursue a singing career after completing his military service; His strategy behind raising over $10,000 on Kickstarter for his new album; and A behind the scenes look on what it takes to create a music album. Connect with A. T. Branch: ATBranch.com A. T. on LinkedIn If you found this episode valuable, please share it with a friend or colleague. If you are a Service Academy graduate and want to take your business to the next level, you can join our supportive community and get started today. Subscribe and help out the show: Subscribe on iTunes Subscribe on Stitcher

Website link: https://www.sabmgroup.com/mike-steadman Mike Steadman (USNA ’10) is the Founder and CEO of IRONBOUND Unlimited, a veteran owned social enterprise that runs on-site corporate boxing classes for forward-thinking companies. IRONBOUND Boxing strives to strengthen community, relieve stress, and promote physical fitness as a way of life. Proceeds from the corporate classes power the IRONBOUND Boxing Academy, IRONBOUND’s nonprofit boxing gym.  The Academy provides free recreation to youth and young adults in Newark, NJ. In this episode, Mike and I discuss: How he found his passion in boxing and became a three-time national champion. How the Bunker Labs program helped him go from “idea to invoice.” His experience at Stanford Ignite and how it opened his eyes to entrepreneurship. Connect with Mike: IRONBOUND Mike on LinkedIn If you found this episode valuable, please share it with a friend or colleague. If you are a Service Academy graduate and want to take your business to the next level, you can jo

Episode link: https://www.sabmgroup.com/jeanne-woodfin/ Jeanné Woodfin (USNA ’94) is the Founder of XenaTech, a business that is changing the way companies track and manage their fleets of vehicles.  XenaTech leverages the Internet of Things (IoT) to provide intelligent transportation solutions through web-based and mobile applications development and hardware integration to improve efficiencies of fleet management. In this episode, Jeanné and I discuss: How she improves fleet efficiency with her innovative software Her journey as an entrepreneur and how she overcame the fear and uncertainty of starting her own business What she learned at the Naval Academy that has helped her as an entrepreneur Connect with Jeanné: XenaTech Jeanné on LinkedIn If you found this episode valuable, please share it with a friend or colleague. If you are a Service Academy graduate and want to take your business to the next level, you can join our supportive community and get started today. Subscribe and help out the show: Sub

Website link: https://www.sabmgroup.com/brian-retherford/ Brian Retherford (USMA '04) is an Army Officer and the Founder of Claudine Wines, an online wine company that sells high-end wines at affordable prices.  Claudine Wines buys excess barrels from fine wine producers and bottles it under their own label. By cutting out unnecessary expenses and streamlining the production and ordering process, they can bring top-flight wine to their customers for a fraction of the price. In this episode, Brian and I discuss: How he connected with a winery and got his first customers Why he sells his wine exclusively online The biggest lessons learned from his entrepreneurial journey Connect with Brian Claudine Wines Brian on LinkedIn If you found this episode valuable, please share it with a friend or colleague. If you are a Service Academy graduate and want to take your business to the next level, you can join our supportive community and get started today. Subscribe and help out the show: Subscribe on iTunes Subscri

Episode link: https://www.sabmgroup.com/big-news In this episode, I talk with Bill Watkins (USMA '77) our Founder & CEO Accelerator Coach.  We discuss the explosive growth of SABM in 2018 and some of the exciting goals we have in 2019. Bill is known as the “CEO Whisperer.” He speaks the language of high performance and accelerated results to CEOs, founders, and entrepreneurs. Using tools gleaned and created from his own experience and the experience of others, Bill shows business owners how to get more—more money, more results, more happiness, more time, and more done—so they can add jet fuel to their business success and lead extraordinary lives at home at the same time.  He founded his coaching company, The Lion’s Pride, after selling his 8-figure business and deciding he wanted to help business owners avoid some of the mistakes that he made so they can achieve their goals much faster.  He is the Founder & CEO Accelerator coach at SABM. We also discuss: Bill’s live events and the possibility of a S

SABM Link:  https://www.sabmgroup.com/robert-shaye/ Robert Shaye (USCGA ’04) is the Founder of Fireside Finances, a financial education company that delivers financial education through online courses and in-person workshops.  After opening his first IRA at age 15 with earnings from mowing lawns and babysitting, Rob has never stopped learning about personal finance and investing.  Rob holds an MBA from the UC Berkeley Haas School of Business and is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™. In this episode, Robert and I discuss: His path from the Coast Guard to financial planning Why he chose to educate clients vs. manage their assets His innovative marketing strategy for getting new clients Connect with Robert: Fireside Finances Robert on LinkendIn If you found this episode valuable, please share it with a friend or colleague. If you are a Service Academy graduate and want to take your business to the next level, you can join our supportive community and get started today. Subscribe and help out the show: Subscrib

Episode link:  https://www.sabmgroup.com/success-stories/ Buddy Rushing (USNA '04) is the CEO of White Feather Investment and the fearless leader of SABM's Real Estate Investing Accelerator. Over the past 10 years Buddy and his team have flipped houses, wholesaled, invested in trust deeds, structured seller financed transactions using Roth IRA funds, purchased an apartment complex, executed multiple 1031 exchanges, and much more. In the past eighteen months, White Feather Investments has purchased 80+ rental properties, added $10MM+ worth of real estate to their collective portfolios, and established $70k+ in monthly rental income. Buddy’s course is one of the most popular at SABM!  Here are some of the wins our members have achieved over the last six months: $19,100+ In Monthly Rental Income Created $1.68M+ Worth of Real Estate Value Purchased Tens of Thousands in Taxes SAVED 11 Successful Real Estate Investment Deals We also discuss how you can register for the next course kicking off in January! REGISTER

Episode link: https://www.sabmgroup.com/jim-stallings Jim Stallings (USNA ’78) is a globally recognized business leader with extensive experience transforming companies and teams for sales and profit growth. He is the managing partner of PS 27 Ventures, a private investment company focused on innovations in the expanding wellness and sustainable living market. He has held top leadership roles in several Fortune 25 companies and been involved in numerous startups. He serves on the boards of Fidelity National Information Services Corporation, Seaside National Bank and Trust Company, and the World Affairs Council of Florida. In this episode, Jim and I discuss: His framework and selection process for investing in startups Success stories of companies who have gone through his program The #1 thing he looks for when investing in an entrepreneur Connect with Jim: Jim on LinkedIn PS27 Ventures If you found this episode valuable, please share it with a friend or colleague. If you are a Service Academy graduate and

Robert Mixon (USMA ’74) is a retired U.S. Army Major General, former President of a manufacturing company, EVP of a diverse, innovative not for profit company, and Leadership Consultant. As the Founder of Level Five Associates, he’s worked with hundreds of senior executives and high-level managers since beginning Level Five Associates.  Robert inspires audiences, motivates teams, builds better leaders, and creates cultures of excellence. In this episode, Robert and I discuss: How he leverages his military experience to serve his clients and the most common problems he helps them solve What the military to civilian transition is like for a flag officer and how he connected with his first opportunity What it was like starting a business from scratch and the key lessons he learned along the way Connect with Robert: Robert on LinkedIn Level Five Associates If you found this episode valuable, please share it with a friend or colleague. If you are a Service Academy graduate and want to take your business to the

Ginni Guiton graduated from the United States Military Academy – in one of the first classes that accepted women – where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Engineering and went on to earn a Master of Science in Developmental Psychology from the University of Georgia. In 2017, Ginni graduated from Grace Space Hypnotherapy School and it was an interaction with Grace’s hypnotherapy skills that led Ginni to know the magnitude of what is possible through hypnosis. Being a hypnotherapist and high ranking Army Officer may not seem related, but they are more alike than most realize. Ginni seeks to change others’ lives by creating lasting change. Grace Smith is a world-renowned hypnotherapist and founder of both Grace Space, “Your Virtual Hypnotherapist,” and Grace Method Hypnotherapy School.  Grace’s private clients include celebrities, CEOs, professional athletes, and government officials; her keynote speeches and workshops have taken her to OZY Fest with Hillary Clinton, Proctor & Gamble, Summit.Live, Women Em

Nick Karnaze (USNA '04) is the Founder of Stubble & Stache, an online retailer of men’s grooming products.  From hydrating your handsome face to reducing beard itch, their award-winning skincare products answer your grooming needs regardless of facial hair length, complexion or skin type. Prior to starting Stubble & Stache, Nick served over seven years as an officer in the United States Marine Corps. First as an intelligence officer, then in 2007 joining the Corps' newly formed elite special operations unit: MARSOC aka the Marine Raiders. He was a member of the 2nd Raider Battalion until leaving the Marine Corps in late 2011. In this episode, Nick and I discuss: His story about creating the company in honor of a friend he lost in combat His flagship product that helps people who have an itchy beard How he got his first customers and the story behind his breakthrough moment Connect with Nick: Stubble & Stache Nick on LinkedIn If you found this episode valuable, please share it with a friend or

Andy Mazeika (USMA ’08) is an entrepreneur who is passionate about creating games that people love. His latest release “Cartel: A Card Game" is Euro Styled game where players run their own cartels by raising as much cryptocurrency as possible. In this episode, Andy and I discuss: His story about creating a card game and his goal to become a filmmaker How he connected with the right people that brought his game to life His Kickstarter campaign and how you can support it Connect with Andy: Andy's Kickstarter campaign Andy's website If you found this episode valuable, please share it with a friend or colleague. If you are a Service Academy graduate and want to take your business to the next level, you can join our supportive community and get started today. Subscribe and help out the show: Subscribe on iTunes Subscribe on Stitcher Leave us a 5-star review! Special thanks to Andy for joining me this week.  Until next time! -Scott Mackes, USNA ’01

Scottie Schneider (USMA ’09) is the Co-Founder of FollowupEdge, a tool that automates lead follow up with remote voicemails, emails, and texts. All the messages are personalized and intelligently respond to how the client reacts. In this episode, Scottie and I discuss: How his company has generated over 20,000 leads for businesses His automated follow-up system that generates a 42% response rate His low point as an entrepreneur and how he overcame it to build a prospering business Connect with Scottie Schneider: Scottie on LinkedIn If you found this episode valuable, please share it with a friend or colleague. If you are a Service Academy graduate and want to take your business to the next level, you can join our supportive community and get started today. Subscribe and help out the show: Subscribe on iTunes Subscribe on Stitcher Leave us a 5-star review! Special thanks to Scottie for joining me this week.  Until next time! -Scott Mackes, USNA ’01

Brian Olivier (USNA '02) is the Founder of Gluconfidence, a company that enables people with diabetes to pursue an active, healthy and fulfilling lifestyle. In 2005, while serving in the United States Navy as a Helicopter Pilot, Brian was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes and told he could no longer serve as a Pilot in the U.S. Navy. After living with Type 1 Diabetes for over 13 years, and seeing the need for a concentrated, convenient source of Glucose… he created Gluconfidence! Also, Brian just launched a CROWDFUNDING CAMPAIGN for Gluconfidence! Support his campaign here:  https://www.sabmgroup.com/brian (And share the link with anyone you know with Diabetes!)  In this episode, Brian and I discuss: His game-changing product that helps diabetics maintain the right glucose levels His struggle with Type 1 diabetes and why he created GluConfidence His Indiegogo campaign goal to raise $25,000 for his first production run Connect with Brian Olivier Support his Indiegogo campaign Brian on LinkedIn Gluconfidence We