DogTags to Ownership
DogTags to Ownership is the podcast designed for military members and veterans ready to transition from service to success in business. Whether you’re considering entrepreneurship for the first time or are already on the path to business ownership, this show provides the tools, insights, and inspiration you need to thrive.
Hosted by U.S. Army Officers Julie Austin and Matthew Cain, we explore the unique strengths veterans bring to the entrepreneurial world, share actionable advice from experts, and feature inspiring stories of those who’ve successfully made the leap.
Tune in to transform your military experience into a foundation for innovation, resilience, and business leadership.
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Episodes
73 episodes
S2:E21: Recapping the Month of May and Military Appreciation Month
Summary:The MAY Recap episode explores the journeys of veterans transitioning into entrepreneurship, highlighting resources, success stories, and the ongoing mission to serve beyond military service. With insights from veteran en...
S2:E20: How Veterans Are Building Businesses with J.P. Morgan-backed CEOcircle
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...
S2:E19: Scaling with Purpose: The Bravory Bakehouse story
Summary:Join us as we explore the inspiring journey of Nic and Erin Vandre, military veteran and spouse turned entrepreneurs, who founded Bravory BakeHouse. Discover their insights on purpose-driven business, overcoming challenge...
S2:E18: Building Legacy: How Rosella and Kenitra Scott Are Transforming Leadership and Business
Summary:In this episode, US Army retired Rosella and 1SG Kenitra Scott share their journey from military service to founding Legacy Vanguard Scott Group. They discuss transitioning out of the military, building a business, leaders...
S2:E17: From Setbacks to Success: Veteran Entrepreneurs Who Built Momentum
Summary:This episode highlights the power of momentum in veteran entrepreneurship. Matt and Julie recap the month of April and highlighting three incredible guest with inspiring stories from veterans like
S2:E16: Navigating Veteran Transition: Insights from Scott Kelly
Summary:Scott Kelly, a retired army officer and founder of GrayZone Advisory and Host of At the Water's Edge Podcast. He shares his journey from military service to geopolitics consulting and veteran advocacy. Discover insi...
S2:E15: How a Marine Veteran Created the First Energizing Pain Reliever
Summary:In this episode, Marine veteran and entrepreneur Lee Ettinger shares his journey from military service to founding Power Plus Pain Aid. Discover insights on veteran transition, entrepreneurship, product development, and ov...
S2:E14: From Marine to Maker: Building a Community-Driven Apparel Brand
Summary:In this episode, Mike Gnoffo shares his journey from Marine veteran to entrepreneur, detailing the founding of Exray, a custom apparel company serving military and first res...
S2:E13: March Recap: Overcoming Adversity and Building Business
Summary:A comprehensive recap of March's episodes on veteran entrepreneurship, featuring insights from guests overcoming adversity, transitioning from military to business, and upcoming events like Military CreatorCon and DAV Patr...
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S2:E12: How Tier One Coaching Is Transforming Military Preparation
SummaryJim Reading, a former Royal Marine and founder of Tier One Coaching, shares his journey from military service to entrepreneurship. Discover how he developed a successful coaching business focused on physical and menta...
S2:E11: From Idea to Impact: Inside the DAV Patriot Bootcamp Winter Cohort
Summary:In this Special Episode of Season 2, Episode 11, Julie sits down with members of the DAV Patriot Bootcamp Winter Cohort to explore the journeys of veteran entrepreneurs and military connect entreprene...
S2:E10: From Humble Beginnings to Coast-to-Coast Security Empire: Nick Lawless' Journey
SummaryIn this episode, U.S. Army veteran and security expert Nick Lawless shares his inspiring journey from humble beginnings and military service to founding successful security companies. Discover insights on leadership,...
S2:E9: Resilience and Growth: Veteran Jason Ambrosino Business Journey
Summary:Veteran Jason Ambrosino shares his inspiring journey from military service to successful entrepreneurship in the cannabis industry. Learn about his military transition, business strategies, resilience, and insights ...
S2:E8: From Service to Success: Three Veteran Entrepreneurs Share Their Momentum
SummaryThis episode features inspiring stories from our three February guest who have turned their DogTags into Ownership. This recap episode focuses on momentum, resilience, and community support. Matt and Julie recap Epis...
S2:E7: From Combat to Community: Jeremy Stalnecker on the Might Oaks Foundation Purpose
SummaryIn this conversation, Jeremy Stalnecker, a US Marine Corps veteran and co-founder of the Mighty Oaks Foundation, shares his journey from military service to helping veterans transition to civilian life. He discusses the ch...
S2:E6: Building a Business with Purpose: Kamar Perkins' Story
SummaryIn this episode, Kamar Perkins shares his journey from being a U.S. Army officer to becoming an entrepreneur and founder of ProTech Consulting Group. He discusses the challenges of transitioning from military to civilian life,...
S2:E5: Wreaths by Nicole P.: A Unique Business Story
SummaryIn this episode, Nicole Zettlemoyer shares her inspiring journey from serving in the military to becoming a successful entrepreneur with her business, Wreaths by Nicole P. She discusses her military background, the challen...
S2:E4: Building a Community of Veteran Leaders
Summary:In this episode of Dog Tags to Ownership, hosts Julie Austin and Matt Cain discuss the journeys of veterans transitioning into entrepreneurship. They recap the first three episodes of Season Two, highlighting the stories o...
S2:E3: Ash Stafford on Empowering Veterans Through Forces Brand
SummaryIn this conversation, Ash, a member of the British Armed Forces and founder of Forces Brand, discusses his journey from military service to entrepreneurship. He shares the inspiration behind Forces Brand, which aims to sup...
S2:E2: From Service to Strategy: Patrick Murphy on Empowering Veterans Through Entrepreneurship
SummaryIn this episode, Patrick Murphy, a veteran and former congressman, shares his journey from military service to entrepreneurship and political leadership. He discusses the importance of veterans transitioning into civilian l...
S2:E1: Four Branches Bourbon: A Veteran's Tribute
In this episode, Rick Franco shares his remarkable journey from military service to entrepreneurship, detailing the challenges and triumphs of transitioning into the bourbon industry with Four Branches Bourbon. He emphasizes the i...
Episode 52 - Celebrating 52 Episodes of Inspiration
Episode SummaryIn this episode, the Austin and Cain families celebrate the one-year anniversary of 'DogTags to Ownership.' They reflect on the journey of creating the podcast, the lessons learned from various guests, and the impor...
Episode 51 - From Warrior Ethos to Ownership: Turning DogTags into Business Leadership
In a world where the transition from military service to civilian life can be daunting, the stories of veteran entrepreneurs shine a light on resilience, innovation, and community. Recorded at the 2025 Army Navy Warrior Class Conference, this p...
Episode 50 - From DogTags to Wedding Planning: Carmen's Journey
In this engaging conversation, Carmen Fleischmann shares her journey from serving in the Florida National Guard to becoming a successful wedding planner. She discusses her military background, the challenges of transitioning to entrepreneurship...
Episode 49 - Brazilian Roots, American Craft: Inside 5th Haven Cachaça with the Zachary and Jessica
In this episode of DogTags to Ownership, Julie and Matt sit down with Zachary and Jessica Cunningham—both active-duty Army officers and the powerhouse founders behind 5th Haven Cachaça, a new premium, organic Brazilian spir...