In this episode of Veteran Ventures, we talk with Adam Whisler — a former Infantry Officer in the 10th Mountain Division, Tactical Strength & Conditioning Specialist for the U.S. Space Force, and 2023 Tillman Scholar.

Adam shares his unique journey from combat arms to academic research, and how he’s using AI to revolutionize physical training in the military. More importantly, he breaks down how he and his wife both funded several advanced degrees using nothing but the GI Bill and smart scholarship strategies.

We discuss:

• How to fully leverage GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon, and outside scholarships

• Lessons from applying (and reapplying) for the Tillman Scholarship

This episode could literally be worth hundreds of thousands of dollars if you’re a service member or veteran planning for school.

-------------------------------------------------------------Connect with Adam: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-whisler-2021/

• GI Bill Comparison Tool for finding out if the University accepts GI bill: https://www.va.gov/education/gi-bill-comparison-tool/
• Yellow Ribbon Tool to see if the University offers Yellow Ribbon Coverage, how much, and for how many students: https://www.va.gov/education/yellow-ribbon-participating-schools/

• Pat Tillman Foundation: https://pattillmanfoundation.org/
• Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E) information: https://www.benefits.va.gov/vocrehab/

-------------------------------------------------------------Connect with Griffin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/griffinbrand/

Connect with Jack: https://www.instagram.com/hawaiimortgagebroker/

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And as always: Go do the thing. Make that decision. Find your next mission.