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#042 Generational Changing Opportunity - The United States Naval Academy

GRANT VERMEER Season 2 Episode 42

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Generational Changing Opportunity - The United States Naval Academy

In this special episode of the Academy Insider Podcast, host Grant Vermeer is joined by Troy Thompson, a class of '17 graduate, for a deep dive into the transformative impact of the United States Naval Academy on its midshipmen and graduates. They share their personal experiences, touching on the challenges and rewards of life at the academy, the power of the Naval Academy network, and the generational opportunities it provides. 

From discussing the importance of mentorship and leadership lessons to exploring the financial stability and global experiences afforded to junior officers, this episode encapsulates the essence of what it means to be part of the Naval Academy community.

Highlighting stories of influential figures within the network, such as Vice Admiral Mel Williams, the podcast encourages current and future midshipmen to lean into their experiences, embrace the academy's mission, and contribute meaningfully to their communities.


00:00 Welcome to Season 2: Unveiling the Naval Academy Experience

01:19 Diving Deep with Troy Thompson: A Naval Academy Journey

10:10 The Power of Mentorship and Leadership at the Naval Academy

22:11 Life After the Academy: The Junior Officer Experience

26:38 Maximizing Financial Opportunities in the Navy

27:59 Investment Strategies and Real Estate Ventures

28:35 Setting Financial Systems for Success

35:12 The Power of the Naval Academy Network

43:29 Advice for Future Naval Academy Students

54:07 Closing Thoughts and Gratitude


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The mission of Academy Insider is to guide, serve, and support Midshipmen, future Midshipmen, and their families.

Grant Vermeer your host is the person who started it all. He is the founder of Academy Insider and the host of The Academy Insider podcast. He was a recruited athlete which brought him to Annapolis where he was a four year member of the varsity basketball team. He was a cyber operations major and commissioned into the Cryptologic Warfare Community. He was stationed at Fort Meade and supported the Subsurface Direct Support mission.

He separated from the Navy in 2023 and now owns The Vermeer Group, a residential real estate company that matches service academy families with trusted real estate teams all across the country. Text (650) 282-1964 with any real estate questions.

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