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S2:E20: How Veterans Are Building Businesses with J.P. Morgan-backed CEOcircle
DogTags to Ownership
DogTags to Ownership
S2:E20: How Veterans Are Building Businesses with J.P. Morgan-backed CEOcircle
May 19, 2026
Season 2
Episode 20
Julie Austin and Matthew Cain
Summary:
In this episode, Army veterans and West Point graduates Daniel Gade and Terry Hill share their inspiring journeys from military service to entrepreneurship. They discuss resources like IVMF and JP Morgan's CEO Circle, the process of buying a business through acquisition, and the importance of community and mentorship for veteran business owners.
Key Topics:
- Veteran transition to entrepreneurship
- Resources for veteran business owners
- Entrepreneurship through acquisition (ETA)
- JP Morgan's CEO Circle program
- Building community and mentorship for veterans
Chapters
- 00:00 Introduction to the Guests and Their Backgrounds
- 01:47 Military Journeys: From Service to Civilian Life
- 04:31 Transitioning to Corporate Roles: Terry's Experience at JP Morgan
- 07:14 Daniel's Transition: Resources and Challenges
- 09:15 Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition: Daniel's Journey
- 11:51 JP Morgan's Support for Veteran Entrepreneurs
- 15:07 Comparing Business Startups and Acquisitions
- 16:24 Initial Steps as CEO: Daniel's Approach
- 19:52 CEO Circle: Continuous Learning and Networking
- 21:18 Overview of CEO Circle Program and Its Benefits
- 24:20 Inspiration from Entrepreneurial Journeys
- 31:24 Embracing Entrepreneurship After Military Service
- 38:09 Building a Legacy Beyond Service
- 41:32 Book Recommendations and Final Thoughts
Resources:
- CEO Circle by IVMF and JP Morgan
- Entrepreneurship through Acquisition (ETA)
- Book: Turn the Ship Around by L. David Marquet
- Book: Wounding Warriors by Daniel Gade
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