#280: Creating Value for Dual-Use Technology Companies Through Investment and Involvement with Joshua Weed, USAFA ‘01

Service Academy Business Mastermind

Hey team! Before we dive in, I've got some exciting announcements:

1) Join us on August 8th NJ for an exclusive Advanced Real Estate Investing Workshop & Networking Event at the prestigious Park Avenue Club in Florham Park, NJ. This premier event is crafted to elevate your real estate investing skills with institutional-level analysis. Whether you're a private investor, a commercial real estate operator, or work in the commercial real estate industry, this is your chance to expand your network and learn from the best. Space is limited, so don’t miss out! Register here: https://www.10xvets.com/advanced-real-estate-workshop

2) On October 1st we're heading to Charleston, SC for an incredible retreat. We'll kick off with a business mastermind session at the Harbour Club in downtown Charleston. Later, we'll set sail on a harbor cruise and enjoy a fantastic dinner together. On October 2nd, get ready for an exciting inshore fishing tournament with a fleet of fishing boats. It's going to be an unforgettable experience and an opportunity to surround yourself with like-minded successful veterans who are pushing each other to greatness. Register here: https://www.10xvets.com/charleston-event

To learn more and register for these events, visit 10xvets.com/events. Hope to see you there!

Today's Podcast:

“We aspire to be way more than just a check… we want to be supportive capital and we want to help our veteran entrepreneurs scale their companies.” -Joshua Weed, USAFA ‘01

Joshua Weed is a Partner and Senior Director at Veteran Ventures Capital and a member of the Fund’s investment committee. Veteran Ventures Capital is a veteran-owned growth equity and venture capital firm specializing in making private investments into veteran-owned, post-revenue companies, primarily with a defense focus and superior dual-use technology. A 2001 graduate of the United States Air Force Academy, Joshua is a former Air Force Financial Management Officer and currently serves as a Lieutenant Colonel in the Air Force Reserves.

Connect with Joshua:

• LinkedIn
• www.veteranventures.us
• [e-mail]

Special thanks to Josh for joining me this week. Until next time!

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Thank you for listening to today’s podcast. Enjoy the rest of your day and remember to dream big and take bold action!