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The Veterans Growing America Podcast

Donnell Johns & Coach R.L. Simmons

52 episodes

1 week ago

Veterans Growing America Podcast ft. Tanisha Nicholson (QTEE Crochet) In this heartwarming and inspiring episode of the Veterans Growing America Podcast, hosts Coach R.L. Simmons and Donnell Johns sit down with Tanisha Nicholson, a retired U.S. Air Force veteran, artisan, and the creative force behind QTEE Crochet. Tanisha shares her journey from 22 years of military service to building a soulful brand rooted in craftsmanship, love, and community. With humility and humor, she reflects on her ...

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Entrepreneurship

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Veterans Growing America Podcast ft. Tanisha Nicholson (QTEE Crochet) In this heartwarming and inspiring episode of the Veterans Growing America Podcast, hosts Coach R.L. Simmons and Donnell Johns sit down with Tanisha Nicholson, a retired U.S. Air Force veteran, artisan, and the creative force behind QTEE Crochet. Tanisha shares her journey from 22 years of military service to building a soulful brand rooted in craftsmanship, love, and community. With humility and humor, she reflects on her ...

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Entrepreneurship

Episodes (20/52)

The Veterans Growing America Podcast

Episode 36 - QTEE Crochet ft. Tanisha Nicholson | Veterans Growing America

Veterans Growing America Podcast ft. Tanisha Nicholson (QTEE Crochet) In this heartwarming and inspiring episode of the Veterans Growing America Podcast, hosts Coach R.L. Simmons and Donnell Johns sit down with Tanisha Nicholson, a retired U.S. Air Force veteran, artisan, and the creative force behind QTEE Crochet. Tanisha shares her journey from 22 years of military service to building a soulful brand rooted in craftsmanship, love, and community. With humility and humor, she reflects on her ...

1 month ago

26 minutes

The Veterans Growing America Podcast

Episode 35 - Mindset Quality ft. Dr. Arielle Jordan | Veterans Growing America Podcast

In this deeply moving episode of the Veterans Growing America Podcast, Coach RL Simmons sits down with Dr. Ariel Jordan — Army veteran, trauma-informed therapist, author, and founder of Mindset Quality — to discuss post-traumatic growth, racial healing, and redefining resilience for veterans, leaders, and first responders. After serving in the U.S. Army as a culinary specialist, Dr. Jordan experienced a series of personal traumas that led her to become a powerful force in the mental health a...

2 months ago

30 minutes

The Veterans Growing America Podcast

Episode 34 - Patricia and Lily | Veterans America Podcast

In this inspiring episode of the Veterans Growing America Podcast, Coach RL Simmons and Donnell Jones sit down with Lily and Patricia, twin sisters and co-founders of Likha Kawayan — a unique family-owned brand crafting handmade bamboo bags sourced directly from the Philippines. Raised in the military spouse lifestyle and rooted in resilience, Lily and Patricia share how they’ve navigated over 15 years of entrepreneurship, transitioned from web design to physical products, and partnered with...

2 months ago

36 minutes

The Veterans Growing America Podcast

Episode 33 - Let's talk about Branding and Marketing w/ Olivia Nunn | Veterans Growing America

In this powerful episode of the Veterans Growing America Podcast, hosts Coach R.L. Simmons and Donnell Johns sit down with U.S. Army Veteran, CEO, speaker, mental health advocate, and branding expert Olivia Nunn — the dynamic founder of Olivia Nunn Communications. Olivia shares her raw and inspiring journey from Army officer to accidental entrepreneur, revealing how her military service, unexpected personal hardships, and desire to uplift the veteran community shaped the brand and business s...

2 months ago

41 minutes

The Veterans Growing America Podcast

Episode 32 - Speaking from the Lens w/ Jasmine Rush | Veterans Growing America

In this episode of the Veterans Growing America Podcast, hosts Coach R.L. Simmons and Donnell Johns welcome Jasmine Rush, Navy Veteran, photographer, storyteller, and founder of Speaking From the Lens, LLC. Jasmine takes us through her incredible journey—from firefighting on the flight deck of the USS Iwo Jima to capturing powerful narratives through her lens. With authenticity, humor, and faith, Jasmine shares how military discipline and family roots in entrepreneurship shaped her into a bus...

2 months ago

19 minutes

The Veterans Growing America Podcast

Episode 31 - Entrepreneurship with Heart: Monteiz Dash on Faith, Service, and Seniors

In this powerful episode of the Veterans Growing America Podcast, hosts Coach R.L. Simmons and Donnell Johns sit down with Monteiz "Dash" Dash, an Army veteran and franchise owner of Seniors Helping Seniors Manassas. Dash shares his transition story from active-duty military service to becoming a compassionate entrepreneur serving the elderly community with purpose and pride. 💼 Dash opens up about: How military leadership prepared him to lead a team and run a business His decision to choose...

3 months ago

17 minutes

The Veterans Growing America Podcast

Episode 30: Eric McConaughy on Turning Struggles Into Strategy | Veterans Growing America

In this episode of the Veterans Growing America Podcast, Coach RL Simmons and Donnell Johns sit down with Eric McConaty, U.S. Army Veteran and CEO of Tactical Growth Strategies Coaching. Eric dives into his powerful journey from military service to becoming a successful business coach and author of Business Boot Camp. Eric breaks down how his military background shaped his grit, leadership style, and ability to push through entrepreneurial challenges. He discusses the emotional toll of trans...

3 months ago

23 minutes

The Veterans Growing America Podcast

Episode 29: Stephanie Brown, Founder of The Rosie Network | Veterans Growing America

In this inspiring episode of the Veterans Growing America Podcast, hosts Coach RL Simmons and Donnell Johns sit down with Stephanie Brown, the visionary Founder and CEO of The Rosie Network — a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping military spouses and veterans launch and grow successful businesses. Stephanie shares her powerful motivation for creating The Rosie Network and the real challenges military families face — including the highest unemployment rate in the country among militar...

3 months ago

27 minutes

The Veterans Growing America Podcast

Coach RL Simmons - The Goat Legacy

🎙️ In a special and deeply personal episode of the Veteran’s Growing America Podcast, co-host Coach R.L. Simmons steps into the guest seat to share his own remarkable journey. A man of many hats — active duty military leader, author, podcast host, father of 8, husband, homeschool parent, Certified Financial Planner (CFP) student, and seasoned financial & business consultant — Coach RL brings powerful insight into what it truly means to serve, lead, and build legacy from every angle. 💼 Wit...

6 months ago

47 minutes

The Veterans Growing America Podcast

Ken Moorman- Jirani Coffeehouse

🎙️ In this heartfelt and powerful episode of the Veteran’s Growing America Podcast, hosts Donnell Johns and R.L. Simmons sit down with Ken Moorman, U.S. Army Veteran, author, speaker, and the visionary founder of Jirani Coffeehouse — the first business to give Veterans Growing America space to vend and thrive. ☕ Known for building more than just a coffee shop, Ken created Jirani Coffeehouse in Old Town Manassas as a vibrant community hub for culture, conversation, and creativity. With a secon...

6 months ago

34 minutes

The Veterans Growing America Podcast

Gabriela Bell- Organized Q

🎙️ In this episode of the Veteran's Growing America Podcast, hosts Donnell Johns and R.L. Simmons sit down with Gabriela Bell, founder of Organized Q and a proud military spouse who turned challenge into opportunity. What began as a personal solution to manage the demands of military life has now become a thriving business helping high-end clients stay organized and efficient — all while empowering other military spouses to reclaim their professional lives. 💼 Gabriela shares how Organized Q w...

6 months ago

23 minutes

The Veterans Growing America Podcast

Michelle Watson - IngenuiTea Gourmet Tea & Spice Company

🎙️ In this heartwarming and flavorful episode of the Veteran's Growing America Podcast, hosts Donnell Johns and R.L. Simmons sit down with Michelle, the founder of IngenuiTea™ Gourmet Tea & Spice Company and an active duty service member. Michelle’s lifelong love of tea is steeped in rich family heritage, tracing back to her great-grandmother Anna, born in 1880 on the spice-rich Caribbean island of Grenada. Inspired by tradition and driven by a passion for health and wellness, Michelle cr...

7 months ago

23 minutes

The Veterans Growing America Podcast

Rochelle "Slay Queen" Hemmingway- Slay To Sucess

🔥 In this powerful episode of the Veteran's Growing America Podcast, we sit down with Rochelle "SLAY Queen" Hemingway — CEO and Founder of SLAY To Success, LLC, personal branding expert, retired U.S. Air Force Command Chief, author, speaker, and leadership powerhouse. ✈️ Rochelle shares her incredible journey of serving over 30 years in the Air Force, rising to the highest enlisted rank and leading over 8,000 people on a major military base. Now, as the visionary behind SLAY To Success, she's...

7 months ago

27 minutes

The Veterans Growing America Podcast

Keith "Duke" Davis - Inner Journey: Mental Clarity

🎙️ Soar into the realms of mental wellness and personal development on the Veteran's Growing America Podcast, as hosts Donnell Johns and R.L. Simmons are joined by Keith Duke Davis, an Army Officer, aviator, and the innovative Founder and CEO of Inner Journey, Mental Clarity. In this episode, Duke shares his transition from the cockpit to the forefront of mental health advocacy, detailing his creation of the Inner Journey app, designed to enhance mental clarity and personal growth. Tune in to...

8 months ago

38 minutes

The Veterans Growing America Podcast

Kalecia Simmons - The Goat Business

🎙️ In this inspiring episode of the Veteran's Growing America Podcast, hosts Donnell Johns and R.L. Simmons are honored to speak with Kalecia Simmons, an Army veteran, co-owner of The G.O.A.T. Business, and founder of The Michael Rich Foundation. Kalecia shares her journey from military service to entrepreneurship and philanthropy, focusing on her passion for supporting female collegiate athletes through scholarships and her leadership in the business world. Tune in to hear how Kalecia's expe...

8 months ago

30 minutes

The Veterans Growing America Podcast

Lanitra Howell - Reaffirm Vibes

🎙️ Immerse yourself in the soothing world of fragrance as the Veteran's Growing America Podcast hosts Donnell Johns and R.L. Simmons sit down with an Army Veteran and entrepreneur, the visionary behind Reaffirm Vibes. This unique business specializes in creating fragrance products like candles and perfumes, each designed to enhance well-being and bring positive vibes into everyday life. Tune in to hear how military discipline and commitment to service have translated into crafting products th...

8 months ago

28 minutes

The Veterans Growing America Podcast

Dondre Lawson - Emerald Technical Solutions & Defense Interns

🎙️ Tune into a compelling episode of the Veteran's Growing America Podcast as hosts Donnell Johns and R.L. Simmons welcome Dondre Lawson, an Army Senior NCO and the driving force behind Emerald Technical Solutions & Defense Interns. With a robust background in IT and cybersecurity, Dondre shares his insights on the crucial role of technology in national defense and how he’s shaping the future of the industry through his work. Discover Dondre's journey from military service to tech entrepr...

8 months ago

36 minutes

The Veterans Growing America Podcast

Michael Diebler - Veteran Command (DTS Maps)

🎙️ Join hosts Donnell Johns and R.L. Simmons for an engaging episode of the Veteran's Growing America Podcast featuring Michael Deibler, an Army Senior NCO and the innovative founder of Veteran Command and DTS Maps. In this episode, Michael shares his experiences from his military career and how they paved the way for his entrepreneurial ventures. DTS Maps, a unique service offering personalized maps that chronicle the global service of military members, exemplifies Michael's dedication to ho...

9 months ago

27 minutes

The Veterans Growing America Podcast

Ryan Hunt- 10th Mountain Recruiting

🎙️ On this episode of the Veteran's Growing America Podcast, hosts Donnell Johns and R.L. Simmons welcome Ryan Hunt, an Army veteran and the entrepreneurial force behind 10th Mountain LLC and 10th Mountain Recruiting. Inspired by the storied 10th Mountain Division, Ryan has channeled his military experiences into founding and leading successful ventures that focus on delivering top-tier business and recruiting services. Tune in as Ryan shares his journey from the Army to entrepreneurship, and...

9 months ago

32 minutes

The Veterans Growing America Podcast

Dr. Keith Castille- C2H Business and Leadership Development

🎙️ Dive into a captivating episode of the Veteran's Growing America Podcast where hosts Donnell Johns chat with Dr. Keith Castille, USAF Veteran and visionary founder of C2H, a pioneering business and leadership consulting firm. With a rich three-decade background in the United States Air Force and human resources, Dr. Castille brings a wealth of knowledge in transformational leadership and organizational culture to the forefront. Join us as he shares how C2H is redefining leadership developm...

9 months ago

33 minutes