Patrick Flood on Veteran Led: Veteran Leadership and Owners In Honor

How do veterans move from service into ownership — and why does that path matter? Patrick Flood, Army Special Forces veteran and Founder of Owners In Honor, joined Freddie Kim of MilSpec Talent on Episode 171 of Veteran Led to talk about leadership, entrepreneurship, and building purpose through ownership.

Patrick shares the vision behind Owners In Honor and why ownership offers veterans a renewed sense of mission, accountability, and long-term impact. The conversation explores the mindset shift required to move from structured military environments into entrepreneurial roles, and why building the right team and support system is critical for success.

WHAT THEY DISCUSS

  • Why ownership is a powerful path for veterans
  • The mission behind Owners In Honor
  • Leadership lessons that carry over from military to business
  • The mindset shift required to transition from service to entrepreneurship
  • Building the teams and support systems that make that transition succeed

Acquire with discipline. Grow with intention. Exit with honor.

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