Getting to know Dr. James (JC) Cooley and Dr. Michelle D. Cooley• Celebrating Wedding Anniversaries and the lessons learned each year.• Why love, and a lifelong commitment despite trials and tribulations is important• What does having each other’s back mean?Dr. James JC Cooley and Dr. Michelle Cooley are the Host and Co-Host of The James Cooley Show…It’s Your Life Live on e360tv. They are also the Host and Co-Host of the National Live Radio/Podcast The James Cooley Show…It’s Your Life. Dr. James Cooley is the recipient of The 44th (President Obama) Presidential Legacy Lifetime Achievement Award (2023) and the 46th (President Biden) Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award (2022). He also holds a Doctorate of Philosophy Degree from Trinity International University Ambassadors (T.I.U.A School of Business and part of the United Nations). Dr. Cooley is a motivational speaker and a retired Navy Officer (23 years) born in Chattanooga, Tennessee.Dr. Michelle Cooley has a Doctorate of Philosophy Degree from Trinity International University Ambassadors. She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing Management, and a Masters Degree in Marketing from Concordia University Nebraska. She has been part of the JC Cooley Foundation since its inception in 2014. Her continued focus is on giving back to the community and finding ways to inspire and help those in need.  Website: www.cooleyfoundation.orgBrought to you by J.C. Cooley Foundation "Equipping the Youth of Today for the Challenges of Tomorrow."Support the show: http://www.cooleyfoundation.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Julie Gatza - Chiropractic Physician, Nutritional and Health Educator• Introducing Nutritional and Health Educator, and one of the nation's top chiropractic physicians Dr. Julie Gatza• The absolute worst foods for your health and digestion• Making informed food choices and developing healthful eating and physical activity habits.• Alternative dietary choices. “When the digestive system is working efficiently”, Dr. Julie says, “any person has a real chance to improve how they feel every day.”    Dr. Julie Gatza (Dr. Julie) is the Co-founder of the Florida Wellness Institute.Health educator Dr. Julie Gatza is one of the nation's top chiropractic physicians with more than 30 years of clinical practice during which she assisted many thousands of patients to resolve a wide variety of physical ailments. Using her understanding of the nervous system, nutrition and alternative therapies, Dr. Gatza’s mission with each patient is to enhance their body's potential to heal itself. Websites: https://naturessources.com/  & https://www.floridawellnessinstitute.comBrought to you by J.C. Cooley Foundation  "Equipping the Youth of Today for the Challenges of Tomorrow."Support the show: http://www.cooleyfoundation.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Guest co-host: Dr. Erick Hall Snr.• Introducing the CEO of Dynamics Mining, Bill Stewart• What is Crypto Mining• Learn about Crypto Currency• The Future of Digital MoneyDr. Erick Hall Sr. is full of Wisdom and a man with a clear purpose of his God-Given Talents and Visions. Well accomplishment-laden Real Estate Developer experienced in International business development, marketing, and acquisition strategist, living with his wife, seven children and fourteen grandchildren in California, USA. He has +35 years of business development and management experience.Bill Stewart currently holds the position of President/CEO of Dynamics and has since 2009. Dynamics is a full-service technology company specializing in the promotion of businesses via the Internet.  Bill has acquired and overseen the development of 3,000+business solutions and web projects. During the first 5 years of operations, Bill has been responsible for Dynamics growth in Colorado, Georgia, Nevada, California, and Puerto Rico. Bill has made Dynamics viabletechnology provider in all five markets as President and CEO.Website: https://www.dynamicsmining.comBrought to you by J.C. Cooley Foundation  "Equipping the Youth of Today for the Challenges of Tomorrow."Support the show: http://www.cooleyfoundation.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guests: - Dr. Michael Mantell: Cognitive Behavioral Coach, Keynote Speaker, Author, and Advisor - James King MD: Entrepreneur, CEO of The Resort, and the Founder of Plus Size Certified - Evelyn Wilson: Entrepreneur, #1 Best-Selling Co-Author, and Certified Master Life Coach- Liz Hunt: United States Airforce Veteran, Owner of Anytime Fitness (Callaway), and Certified Exercise Physiologist (EP-C) and Personal Trainer.• Educating the public about the Plus Size Movement• Discuss how certain needs of the Plus Size Community are not being met and what is being done to resolve this.• Discuss weight stigmas at the Gym and other places.• Learn about the vacation resort called “The Resort”For nearly 50 years @Dr. Mantell has been helping people of all ages and backgrounds disturb themselves less and create lasting positive change with his compassion-based rational emotive behavior coaching methods.Website: www.drmichaelmantell.comJames King of The Resort Foundation has spent the past twenty years creating and adapting fixtures and fittings to meet the needs of the Plus Size community. Plus Size Certified and Plus Size Friendly were created to establish guidelines for businesses to be in a position to welcome anyone and everyone into their establishment without fear of bias, stigma or the humiliation of not being able to sit safely.Everlyn Wilson operates in the capacity of Content Creator, Graphic Designer, Web Designer, Brand Strategist and so much more. She ultimately loves seeing people transformed whether it be through business, spirituality or wellness. In July 2021 she decided to go on a journey of self-discovery, healing and flow called “100 days of Flow”. This was after a heart breaking divorce in 2020. She was determined to turn her pain into a victory. No more dealing with issues on the surface but digging deep to truly heal and be a better version of herself.  Now that she has completed this process she is ready to embrace the calling of helping others do the same.Website: Evelynflows.comLiz Hunt (Coach Banshee) is a retired United States Air Force Security Forces Craftsman and celebrates her 15 years of service, alongside her transition from combat boots to sneakers as a (now) Anytime Fitness Gym owner.  Website: https://youtu.be/rGlZbxgTfpA.Brought to you by J.C. Cooley Foundation  "Equipping the Youth of Today for the Challenges of Tomorrow."Support the show: http://www.cooleyfoundation.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Introducing pastor, servant, and leader Dr. “Pearl” Pierce.• What does it mean in “Being A Servant.”• Why serving others is so important? • The rewards and sometimes challenges in being a servant• The various ministries the church is involved in.Powerful. Driven. Bold. Compassionate. If one were to describe the character of Dr. Pierce, these words plus so many more would not do him justice. Hailing from Bed-Stuy, an urban section of Brooklyn, New York, Garry “Pearl” Pierce is a man after God’s own heart. As a dedicated servant, teacher and lover of the Word of God, he was called to ministry in 2001 while under the leadership of Bishop C.D. Gearing, Jr. at Zion Full Gospel World Ministries. As an intense, insightful, and inspirational mentor, motivator and friend, Dr. Pierce has created a niche for his ministry in connecting with youth, collegiate and professional athletes. He believes that through empowering and equipping athletes with practical and spiritual nourishment, they are able to perform better on the field and in life in general. Because of the personal relationship he has with many of these athletes, he is affectionately known to some of them as “Uncle Pearl.” No matter how he is addressed, be it “Pastor,” “Doctor,” or “Uncle,” Pierce is loved because of his ability to be relatable to people of all ages.Website:https://www.klccdecatur.org/Brought to you by J.C. Cooley Foundation  "Equipping the Youth of Today for the Challenges of Tomorrow."Support the show: http://www.cooleyfoundation.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Introducing Entrepreneur, Founder & CEO, and United States Navy Veteran Tony Moore • Tony's community work and commitment to the Youth• The organization HOOPS 4 Life Basketball Inc• Nutratrade Australia and the services provided.A decorated US Navy Veteran, born in New York and living in Australia since 1988. Is the founder and CEO of HOOPS 4 Life and three other businesses in the medical device and equipment, infant formula, and commodity trading. Recipient of the Duke of Edinburg Award presented by His Royal Highness Prince Edwards, Earl of Essex KG GVCO for over 30 years of community work in Australia, working with highly marginalized and disadvantaged youth. Mr. Moore has created a platform that helps youth to curve negative behavior patterns, build resilience, reduce the committing of illegal offences, while reconnecting them to educational pathways. After working with hundreds of businesses, he's renowned for his developing creative, innovative solutions that achieve sustainable growth and social outcomes.HOOPS 4 Life is currently delivered in primary (elementary) and high schools, youth detention centers, men's and women's prisons, and throughout low socio-economic communities. Mr. Moore's focus is to utilize his business skills, expertise, capabilities and experience to grow HOOPS 4 Life to an international entity that not only create opportunities for young people but harnesses their creativity and ingenuity to launch social enterprises to create a sustainable and improved future for our most marginalized communities globallyWebsites: http://www.nutratradeaustralia.com and https://hoops4life.com.au Brought to you by J.C. Cooley Foundation  "Equipping the Youth of Today for the Challenges of Tomorrow."Support the show: http://www.cooleyfoundation.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Introducing Canadian Infantry Veteran, and the Creator and Podcast Host of Operation Tango Romeo Mark MeinckeMedical assistance provided to dying veterans and Veterans Affairs offering assisted suicide to Veterans seeking help for PTSD.Misconceptions about PTSD.Limitations of Veterans Affairs and what other healing resources are available. Mark Meincke is a Canadian Infantry Veteran, and the creator of Operation Tango Romeo, the trauma recovery podcast for Veterans, First Responders, & their families.Operation TR is on a mission to save lives and relieve pain by making help for PTS Injuries easily accessible, with a vision of a world where the path to recovery is clear.Those wounded with PTS Injuries are often disconnected from society, and even from their own lives. With this disconnection comes pain, loneliness, depression, and anger. All too often, the sense of disconnection results in reduced ability to create an income, homelessness, and even suicide.Operation TR is an easily accessible lifeline for the wounded to RE-CONNECT. By reconnecting, the listeners know that they are not alone. This connection creates a sense of hope that recovery is possible, and the content of OP TR provides the path to recovery.Website: https://operationtraumarecovery.org/Brought to you by J.C. Cooley Foundation "Equipping the Youth of Today for the Challenges of Tomorrow."Support the show: http://www.cooleyfoundation.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Introducing entrepreneur, actor, and comedian King Kedar King KedarKing Kedar's career in the entertainment industryHis road to entrepreneurshipThe many facets of King Kedar's empire My name is King Kedar, originally from Detroit by way of Washington DC, from the Kitchen to the stage, after over 20 years in Entertainment. I became an entrepreneur, building my own empire and Business Adom National Ent, creating Kings Comedy House comedy show and my own Clothing line, ABO Ensembles. Focused on a brighter future for the family."He is also an actor who has appeared on the HBO series Insecure, the television series The Resident, and the film Funny People.Website: https://kingscomedyhouse.com/Brought to you by J.C. Cooley Foundation  "Equipping the Youth of Today for the Challenges of Tomorrow."Support the show: http://www.cooleyfoundation.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Getting to know the CEO of Oak Grove Center Tammy WilsonDiscuss the mission statement and goals of Oak Grove CenterLearn about Oak Grove Arts ProgramDiscuss Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and why that is important to Oak Grove Center Tammy has lived in Temecula, working at Oak Grove Center since 1991; she became the CEO in 2005. Tammy is passionate about Oak Grove's Mission...to rebuild the lives of at-risk children and their families through educating, healing, restoring relationships, building character and instilling hope. Tammy is involved with United Way and other service projects and initiatives including parenting, autism and education. She collaborates with other nonprofits and is involved in advocacy efforts for foster youth. Tammy is proud of the Arts program at Oak Grove and has found that when special needs youth are involved in the arts, healing can occur along with the added benefit of an increase in self-esteem and self-confidence. Website: https://oakgrovecenter.org/Brought to you by J.C. Cooley Foundation "Equipping the Youth of Today for the Challenges of Tomorrow."Support the show: http://www.cooleyfoundation.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Introducing Integrative Cardiologist Dr. Melody H. Hermel• How preventable risk factors account for more than 90% of heart attacks.• Learn why significant disparities exist for Black Americans and for women in terms of timely diagnosis and proper management of cardiovascular disease.  • Discuss how poor nutrition is the leading cause of poor health• Discuss how each individual can tremendously improve their health by improving their nutrition, exercise, stress management and other lifestyle related risk factorsAs an integrative cardiologist, Dr. Hermel combines traditional and alternative approaches to treat high cholesterol, high blood pressure, coronary artery disease, cardiac arrhythmia, congestive heart failure and women’s heart disease. She strongly believes in partnering with her patients to formulate a custom approach to take back their health and prevent disease. She uses her unique background to empower patients to optimize nutrition, exercise and sleep and reduce stress. She is an active advocate for each patient and appreciates their unique journey.She is passionate about clinical research and has presented her work at national cardiology meetings. Her research interests include the role of healthy lifestyle in reversing disease, advanced imaging and artificial intelligence methods for earlier detection of disease. Dr. Hermel also promotes heart health through reaching out to the community to raise awareness for the prevention of heart disease. She believes in engaging and informing the community to equip them with the information to appropriately prevent complications and improve outcomes.In her spare time, Dr. Hermel enjoys an active lifestyle with her husband and three children as well as singing and playing the piano.Brought to you by J.C. Cooley Foundation "Equipping the Youth of Today for the Challenges of Tomorrow."Support the show: http://www.cooleyfoundation.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Introducing Public and Motivational Speaker Robert PaylorThe power of perspectiveHow to control our mindsetsThe importance of communityDeveloping a life of purpose In the 2017 Collegiate Rugby National Championship, Robert Paylor broke his neck and his life changed in an instant. Immediately, he was deemed a quadriplegic and was told he would never walk or move his hands again. Through an unbreakable vision and relentless determination, Robert is defying the odds. He has graduated from UC Berkeley, is on the journey to walk again, and is sharing his method of how he overcomes quadriplegia. Every person faces challenges; Robert’s are just visible. The skills Robert uses to overcome paralysis can be used by all to optimally perform and live with positivity. His message is one that inspires others to access their full potential and conquer their challenges no matter how daunting they may seem.Website: https://www.robertpaylor.com/Brought to you by J.C. Cooley Foundation "Equipping the Youth of Today for the Challenges of Tomorrow."Support the show: http://www.cooleyfoundation.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Introducing Your Home Familycare:  A Journey in Health, Wellness and Caring with Laurie Edwards-Tate, MS President and Founder. Your Life! Your Health! Health is the Greatest Wealth. • Services provided by At Your Home Familycare• Caring for a loved one at home• The issues of healthcare staff shortages• The stigmas of Ageism and developmental disabilities.Since 1984, Laurie Edwards-Tate has been the President, Founder and CEO of both a non-profit, and currently for-profit non-medical Home Care Aid Organization called At Your Home Familycare. It is a State of CA Department of Social Services Licensed Home Care Organization that currently serves seniors, disabled, infirm, and children and holds contracts with a variety of governmental and non-profit community partners. They are funded 50% by private duty and private pay servicesLaurie holds a Master’s of Science in Human Resource Management and Organizational Development from Chapman University and a Life Credentialed Community College Instructor. She established a Home Care Aide Training Program at Cal State University College of Extended Studies. Laurie is also a founding member of Chapman University’s local Advisory Council.Website: http://atyourhomefamilycare.com Brought to you by J.C. Cooley Foundation "Equipping the Youth of Today for the Challenges of Tomorrow." Support the show: http://www.cooleyfoundation.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Introducing Author, Entrepreneur, and Fitness & Wellness Expert Dr. London Spivey• Faith through the storm• Faith for weight loss and health• Faith for maintaining and progressing• Faith on your path to your purposeDr London has been in the wellness industry since 2000 and is passionate about teaching nutrition and what it truly takes to live a balanced and healthy life. Whether Dr London is  training for a fitness competition, a marathon or just maintaining enough energy to keep up with her kids, she's learned that nutrition is the foundation of a healthy lifestyle. While attending the University of Houston, Dr London explored many paths. She was a theater actress, a runway model, and was employed at a fitness center. It was there that Dr London discovered her passion and in 2006 she opened her fitness studio, Inspired Fitness. In 2011, Dr London penned her first book/ nutrition guide "Fit In 40 Days: A Nutrition Daily Devotional." The next year she closed her studio and began a career in the financial industry. In June of 2022 Dr London was bestowed an Honorary Doctorate Degree from Trinity International University of Ambassadors (TIUA). Today, she is an entrepreneur wearing many hats, including wellness coaching for Fit In 40 Days.Using social media platforms, Dr London teaches the importance of healthy eating and provides information needed to be successful with the Fit In 40 days program. Website: https://www.londonspivey.com/Brought to you by J.C. Cooley Foundation  "Equipping the Youth of Today for the Challenges of Tomorrow."Support the show: http://www.cooleyfoundation.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Introducing the Owner and President of Good Earth Plant Company Inc, Award-Winning Workplace Greenery Expert, Green Roof and Living Wall Designer, Certified Landscape Professional, and Speaker Jim MumfordHow people’s lives are enriched with plants.How and why Moss walls have become the single most popular green design element.The health and wellness benefits of plants. Jim Mumford began his career in 1977 with the opening of Good Earth Plant & Flower Company, a flower “bucket stand” in downtown San Diego. Today, Mumford is a thought leader in expanding the potential for bringing the living world of plants into our everyday lives to experience their positive aesthetic and environmental benefits. His company’s mission statement: “We enrich people’s lives with plants.”Mumford is an award-winning workplace greenery expert, green roof and living wall designer, a sought-after speaker, and a recipient of multiple awards. He is a Certified Landscape Professional, Accredited Green Roof Professional, and a licensed contractor. Mumford’s award-winning client projects include green roofs for universities, hospitals, and private homes; living walls for shopping malls, hotels, biotech companies, and major office complexes; moss walls for the world’s largest tech companies, and edible walls for restaurants. Mumford is frequently featured on local and national news media.Website: https://www.goodearthplants.com/Brought to you by J.C. Cooley Foundation  "Equipping the Youth of Today for the Challenges of Tomorrow."Support the show: http://www.cooleyfoundation.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

• Getting to know Entrepreneur, and United States Marine Corps Veteran Clement E. Johnson Jr.• Discuss his company ClemNet.• Operational Technology Networks• The industries and customers he works withClement’s company ClemNet works with business, federal, state, and local governments.  ClemNet specializes in operational technology (OT) networks cybersecurity and services. This is the infrastructure that secures our Nation's Internet of Things (IoT) and energy grid.  Clement is a thought leader in automated information systems and knowledge management.His company ClemNet offers operational technology networks built to eliminate global threats.  The mission is to help Engineers deliver high-availability networks.  His products' hosted management layer turns operational applications, machines, and their users into a controlled OT network.  This enables management and access control to operational systems from a single point. Clement served 24 years on active duty in the Marine Corps as a field artillery operation chief. He retired at the rank of E8 Master Sergeant.  As a Marine Clement was instrumental in the development of automated fire support targeting, networks, and fire support system development.  Clement was a fire support systems instructor for the 1st Marine Expeditionary Force (IMEF).  He remains the only artilleryman to attend the Joint Automated Intelligence course in Dam Neck VA.  He integrated automated fire support in both gulf wars and across our nation in every combatant command.  Website: https://clemtechllc.com/Brought to you by J.C. Cooley Foundation  "Equipping the Youth of Today for the Challenges of Tomorrow".Support the show: http://www.cooleyfoundation.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Introducing Motivational Speaker, Spoken Word Artist, Poet, Actor, Artist, and Author Marcus Burrell.What is “Perfect”The concept of freewillOn the topic of grief Marcus Burrell born in Tulsa Oklahoma, to the parents of Robert and Wynetta Burrell . A husband, father of three amazing children, a deacon of The Potter’s House under Bishop T. D. Jakes for over 23 years. Where he and his loving wife Sandra have served faithfully. Former members of Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship under the leadership Dr. Tony Evans for 10 years. Inspiring others has become the canvas for his life, a motivational speaker, spoken word artist/Poet, actor, artist, author, he is willing to use all his gifts to encourage his fellowman for nearly 33 years.No one can truly put into words alone, this experience of encountering The Amazing Grace of Jesus Christ. With all I have to offer in this glorious walk and with each opportunity I hope to touch one heart. I’m humbly grateful to have this life experience to express The Love of God. I hope with every moment we share together freedom touches your hearts and understanding leads to salvation where peace could only be found in Christ Jesus.Marcus continues to share his ministry through social media on YouTube as the Ministry of Echoes, with Theatrical poetic revelation by video presentation.Brought to you by J.C. Cooley Foundation "Equipping the Youth of Today for the Challenges of Tomorrow".Support the show: http://www.cooleyfoundation.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Introducing Retired U.S. Navy Captains Jaime Navarro and Valerie Ormond • Jaime’s lessons learned with others about experiences joining the Navy and earning his way to a commission and retiring as a Navy Captain.• Valerie’s books based on lessons learned in the Navy and sharing those lessons through stories that appeal to the young adult age group• Jaime’s mentorship of midshipmen at the Naval Academy, friends’ children, and anyone with an interest in joining the military and providing positive feedback on his experiences.• How Valerie helps other writers and small business owners with what she has learned since her Navy retirement.Jaime Navarro grew up in El Paso, Texas, enlisted in the U.S. Navy, and graduated from the United States Naval Academy completing over 36 years of service. He flew the P3-Orion and assorted U.S. Naval aircraft, accumulated over 3,500 flight hours, and commanded Training Squadron THIRTY-ONE. He completed operational assignments in aviation squadrons and aboard ships spanning the globe. He retired as a Navy Captain. Post-Navy retirement, Jaime worked as a Navy contractor. He then became a camp counselor and maintenance man at the local YMCA Camp Letts and volunteered at his church with carpentry, painting, and organizational skills. When not working or volunteering, Jaime became an accomplished equestrian spending nine years riding and competing in the National Capital Adult Equestrian League (NCAEL) team helping his team earn the first place Championship in the eight-team league.Valerie Ormond retired as a Navy Captain after a 25-year career as an intelligence officer and then founded her own business, Veteran Writing Services, LLC. She provides companies and organizations professional writing, editing, and consulting services. Valerie has authored three novels centered around a military family. Her education includes a Master of Strategic Studies from the U.S. Army War College; a Master of Strategic Intelligence from the National Intelligence University; and a Bachelor of Arts in English and Mass Communication from Towson University. She is also a graduate of Syracuse University’s Institute for Veterans and Military Families’ Veteran Women Igniting the Spirit of Entrepreneurship (V-WISE) program. She belongs to numerous military and Veterans’ organizations including Disabled American Veterans, the American Legion, and Naval Intelligence Professionals. She served on the Board of Directors for the Southwest Veterans’ Business Resource Center and is the incoming Vice President of the Military Writers Society of America. For more information, please see www.believinginhorses.com  and www.veteranwritingservices.com .Brought to you by J.C. Cooley Foundation  "Equipping the Youth of Today for the Challenges of Tomorrow" and OPPs4Vets.Support the show: http://www.cooleyfoundation.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Getting to know Mitigation Specialist expert Theresa Diamond • Discuss what reasons do people have to not serve on a death penalty case as a juror• Discuss how you answer Void ire questions as a prospective juror• Discuss cultural differences while serving on a jury and a fair-minded jurorTheresa Diamond was born and raised in the South Bronx in New York City. She attended public school and graduated from John Jay College of Criminal Justice with a B.S. in Criminal Justice Administration & Planning. She went on to gain employment in every arm of the justice system available to her. After over 25 years away from academia, she returned to school and obtained her master’s degree in Community Counseling and completed the first year of her PhD. She has had held the following positions: Civil Investigator, Criminal Defense Investigator, Investigator for the largest County Public Schools System in Atlanta, Integrated the Juvenile Probation Office in Washington State, Integrated The Civilian Police Department for the US Navy at Bangor Submarine Base, Court Bailiff, Clerk for Judge in Traffic Court, Owned & Operated Diamond Discoveries Defense Investigative Firm for Civil and Criminal cases. Mitigation Specialist, Mitigation Specialist Supervisor, Mitigation Expert.Theresa relocated from Atlanta GA to San Diego after living there for 28 years. She is currently  a Mitigation Specialist Expert hired by various Public Defender Offices in Southern California.Brought to you by J.C. Cooley Foundation  "Equipping the Youth of Today for the Challenges of Tomorrow".Support the show: http://www.cooleyfoundation.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Introducing Co-Host Albert R. Renteria Retired Marine Corps chief warrant officer Albert R. Renteria served in the Marine Corps for 26 years. The ARRC® was founded by Albert R. Renteria April 1, 2000, and is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Business advocating for the military and Veterans by providing expertise in business development and joint venture opportunities with commercial corporations.http://www.TheARRC.com/abouthttp://www.opps4vets.com/aboutThis Veterans Week we are celebrating and honoring Six veterans and their contributions within society: Valerie Ormond: United States Navy CaptainDr. Tammy Foster-Knight: United States Air ForceLeonard Casiple: United States ArmyDaniel Garcia Payne: United States MarinesAlbert LaJeunesse: United States MarinesMarilyn Jackson: United States Air Force Valerie Ormond retired as a Navy Captain after a 25-year career as an intelligence officer and then founded her own business, Veteran Writing Services, LLC. She provides companies and organizations professional writing, editing, and consulting services. Valerie has authored three novels centered around a military family. Believing In Horses, Believing In Horses, Too, and Believing In Horses Out West has won thirteen national and international awards including Gold Medals in the Military Writers Society of America (MWSA) book awards and first place in the National Federation of Press Women’s national communication contest. Her fiction and non-fiction stories and poems have been published in ten books, and her articles have appeared internationally in magazines, newspapers, and blogs. For more information, please see www.believinginhorses.com and www.veteranwritingservices.com.Social Media:https://youtu.be/2GeDC7NBamADr. Tammy Foster-Knight brings 35 years of comprehensive blue-chip experience in military leadership, human capital development, business development, community service, and post-graduate academia. She spent 23+ years on active Air Force duty, entering in August 1987 as an Airman Basic/E-1. Having served in 10 different locations, including a 7-month deployment to Iraq, Dr. Foster-Knight retired in June 2011 as a Major/O-4, Manpower & Personnel officer. As an extension of her military service and the President of Dr. Tammy Foster-Knight, LLC; she advises organizations on the dynamics of leadership development, complex communications, and performance management.Social Media:LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dr-tammy-foster-knightLeonard Casiple is a first-generation American who spent most of his 21-year career in US Army Special Operations as a Psychological Operations Specialist and Green Beret. He wakes up every day energized to help enhance the world. He finds meaning by deconstructing ideas, uncovering blind spots, and by seeking out new knowledge to map out efficient economic, political, and social ecosystems. His experience includes linguistics, area and cultural studies, strategic planning, operations, and crisis management, cross-regional logistics, and strategic community outreach.Daniel Garcia Payne was born and raised in San Jose, CA. He has been married 46 years to Mary Lynn Payne and they have two daughters Rachel and Rebecca. Daniel enlisted in the Marines on the 19th of July 1973. He had the intention of only doing 4 years then getting out and using the GI bill for college. He qualified for electronics school upon completion of boot camp and became a Missile Technician with a guided missile system. At the end of his enlistment, he was offered a re-enlistment bonus to re-enlist for another four years. Daniel took advantage of the offer and remained in the Marines for another four years. At the end of that time, he was offered another re-enlistment bonus and again re-enlisted. By this time consideration of making the Marines was discussed with his wife. He stayed in and put in for an Officers program. He was a single selection in his whole field with over two thousand applicants. Retired from the Marine Corps after 21 years of active-duty service and continued service as a federal government civilian. Current position is Senior Cyber Security Analyst for General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) in support of USAREUR in Wiesbaden Germany.Marilyn Jackson is a USAF Veteran (Electronic Crypto), Military Spouse (Army), and DoD Employee (Network Ops & Security & Intel) and is currently CEO of Undergrad Technologies, a Digital Technology and Engineering firm headquartered in Atlanta, GA.   Marilyn has spent over two decades in senior-level assignments innovating and ushering Fortune 500 companies into the Digital Age. Before founding Undergrid Technologies, Marilyn was one of the leaders of Verizon Innovation Vertical Team, the forward-looking Think Tank for new digital products and services.   Brought to you by J.C. 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Introducing one of the leaders in the OSHA Consulting Field, and the President of Underwood General Engineering & Environmental Consultant Services, Inc.(UGE-ECS) Nancy Underwood• Nancy's path in becoming a part of the Environmental Health and Safety Industry.• The services UGE-ECS provides.• The rewards and challenges of being a Health and Safety EngineerAs the second child Nancy Underwood was born in Vancouver, Washington into a family of eight children. At five years old, her mother moved to Century, Florida. They grew up without a father in the home. At ten years old her mother lost her sight and Nancy made the decision that she would grow up, graduate from high school, go to college and help her mother raise and educate the younger siblings. Nancy was given a two-year scholarship from the First West District Baptist Church Convention and graduated with an AA degree from Pensacola Junior College. She moved to Los Angeles and continued her education and graduated from California State University with a B.S. in Environmental Health & Safety Engineering and a Teaching Credential in Accident Prevention and Risk Assessment in two years.Five years later, after working in her profession, she was able to bring four half-sisters and four nieces and nephews (at different times) out from Century, Fla., and further their education. Nancy is the President of UGE & ECS (Underwood General Engineering & Environmental Consultant Services), Inc. She started working six months prior to graduating from college as a Health & Safety Engineer Trainee for Travelers Insurance Company. She spent 14 weeks in Hartford, Connecticut learning all aspects of Insurance, Risk Assessment, and how it fits into the General Industry. Her second position was a calling to assist and reduce employee accidents, injuries, and property damage at Hydraulic Research, and the last call was to Northrop Aerospace in Hawthorne, California. Nancy was responsible for all of Southern California's operations. This was her highest goal of achievement, as Jack Northrop became her mentor. After leaving Northrop, in 1982 she opened the doors of ULC (Underwood Loss Control) Inc. In June 1992, she was encouraged to get a General Engineering Class "A" License and 30 days later, she received an Asbestos Contractor License. She is the First Black African American to get the Class "A" License in the State of California from the CSLB.Nancy is proud to say that she has completed contracts with FAA, $27,000,000, UST/AST removal/replacement, Navy Southwest,  U.S. Coast Guard base closure in Hawaii, managed Asbestos removal from U.S. Embassy in foreign Countries (India) for potential Environmental Clean-Up interrupted by 9-11, JPL Contract interrupted by 9-11, locally, the City of Compton, twelve years, City of Redondo Beach, Los Angeles County, managed the 105/Glen Anderson Freeway managed all environmental services, also for the County of Los Angeles, all federal agencies. She is very proud.Website: http://www.uge-ecs.com/Brought to you by J.C. Cooley Foundation "Equipping the Youth of Today for the Challenges of Tomorrow".Support the show: http://www.cooleyfoundation.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.