by Chuck Schmalzried | Jun 17, 2019 | Blog, Chuck Schmalzried, Veteran
Following their service, many veterans suffer from post-traumatic stress (PTS) and challenges with acclimating to civilian life. Due to many factors such as a lack of community support and available resources, these veterans often succumb to suicide. Mission...
by Chuck Schmalzried | Apr 23, 2019 | Blog, Chuck Schmalzried, Veteran
Nick Baucom knew what he wanted to do. He served in the U.S. military as a Marine from 2002 to 2008. By the time he was discharged, he had earned the rank of Sergeant. Following his service in Operation Iraqi Freedom, Nick found he had become somewhat aimless. At this...
by Chuck Schmalzried | Apr 2, 2019 | Blog, Chuck Schmalzried, Entrepreneurship, Veteran
Originally deployed in 2006, Salvatore DeFranco served in the United States Navy as a member of the Sea, Air, and Land division (more commonly known as the Navy SEALs). He was set to be deployed again in 2008, but while he was off-duty, he was struck by a vehicle in...