From Spark to New Venture
From Spark to New Venture is a student-driven podcast from the University of Mary Washington (UMW), where undergraduates share the stories of entrepreneurs and their journeys from idea to venture. Each episode uncovers the sparks of inspiration, the challenges they faced, and the mindsets that helped them overcome obstacles in their journey. The goal of this podcast is to inspire students to learn entrepreneurial mindsets and bring them into everyday lives, taking action and learning from every step along the way.
From Spark to New Venture
David Dennis--Profit to Principles
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In this episode of Profit to Principles, we sit down with a 20-year U.S. Navy veteran turned entrepreneur who shares how his service to his country shaped his values, leadership style, and path into the business world. From the discipline and teamwork learned in uniform to the drive needed to build a company from the ground up, his story highlights how military principles translate into entrepreneurial success. We explore his motivations, the resources and networks he relied on, and the obstacles he overcame along the way. He also shares the mindsets he believes every entrepreneur should cultivate — and one powerful piece of advice for undergraduates hoping to start a business or make an impact in their own journey.