Warrior Rising

What a week to remember in D.C.! 🇺🇸 ✨ Highlights we won’t forget: -Martha Stewart, during her fireside chat, dropped a line that perfectly sums up her legacy: “I don’t follow trends—I make them.” -Andrew Sullivan "Sully" shared his journey with us—his impact as a leader, a podcast guest, and the founder of his own nonprofit left the room inspired. -The army airborne jump and Navy jets overhead were moments that kicked off the Army-Navy Game. From meaningful conversations to unforgettable visuals, this week was about honoring service, fostering community, and championing women veteran and military spouse entrepreneurship. A huge thank you to everyone who made this event possible and to those who joined us. Stay tuned—next year marks our 10 year anniversary! ____ #SalutingHerService #VeteranEntrepreneurs #HonoringHeroes #ArmyNavyGame #LeadershipInAction #womeninbusiness #womenentrepreneurs #vetrepreneur #veteranownedbusiness

🎉 Celebrating Excellence & Impact! 🎉 WINNERS ANNOUNCED! At our Saluting Her Service event in D.C., we proudly celebrated women veteran and military spouse entrepreneurs making waves! 🏆 1st Place: SickFit® – CEO Paden Sickles, MBA, PMP, CSD, a visionary veteran, walked away with $50,000 to scale her business dedicated to prioritizing foot health and changing the world one sock at a time 🥈 2nd Place: Fundraiser Blankets® | Birdy Boutique – Founded by sisters Barbara (Basia) Kent(veteran) and Joanna Jozwik Serra (teacher), their mission-driven company is warming hearts, one blanket at a time. This event was more than a competition—it was a platform to amplify the voices of veteran women and military spouse founders, and ventures of those who serve or support our nation. The energy was contagious, the ideas inspiring, and the futures bright! ✨ 📣 A huge thank you to everyone who supported, participated, and celebrated alongside us. Here's to empowering veteran-led businesses for years to come! ____ #VeteranEntrepreneurs #BusinessShowers #SalutingHerService #MilitaryInnovation #Empowerment #Entrepreneurship #VeteransInBusiness #ImpactLeadership #womeninbusiness #veteranwomen #bosswomen #womenentrepreneurs ____ Reggie Ordonez Sammy T. Ken Vennera Jason Van Camp

🎄 What an unforgettable way to kick off an epic week in D.C.! Tonight we had our first dinner with the incredible women veteran entrepreneurs and military spouses we are here to support. From heartfelt introductions to a hilarious ugly Christmas sweater contest (complete with prizes 🎁), the evening was filled with meaningful conversation, loud laughter, and so much connection And this is just the beginning! Tomorrow we gear up for the official pitch competition - our signature business shower, followed by an unforgettable evening at Saluting Her Service, featuring Martha Stewart leading a fireside with our guests and VIPs. On Friday will be inspired by Medal of Honor recipient Earl Plumlee and we’ll close out the week with the ultimate rivalry the Army-Navy game on Saturday! Stay tuned for updates as we celebrate and empower the Veteran community all week long. 💪 ✨ ___ #veterans #Veteranentrepreneurship #DCEvent #BusinessLeadershipSpace #warriorrising #Veterancommunity #businessshower #pitchcompetition #womeninbusiness #womenentrepreneurs Reggie Ordonez James Legier Ken Vennera Sammy T. Jason Van Camp

We’re just days away from our Saluting Her Service Business Shower in Washington, D.C., honoring women veteran and military spouse entrepreneurs!🇺🇸 A huge THANK YOU to the incredible sponsors who make events like this not only possible but unforgettable. 🙌 Your support uplifts veteran entrepreneurs, strengthens communities, and creates life-changing opportunities. JPMorganChase Coforma Holland & Knight LLP BDO SAIC Planned Systems International Accenture Federal Services Procon Consulting Morgan Stanley Connect Our Kids Oddball Blue Fusion Technologies Amazon Maveris RELI Group, Inc. Pluribus Digital PingWind Inc. (SDVOSB) Choreo Paratus Solutions General Dynamics Information Technology Stay tuned for December 12th as we celebrate and empower the next wave of entrepreneurial leaders! 💼✨ ___ Reggie Ordonez Sammy T. Jason Van Camp Ken Vennera ___ #ThankYouSponsors #VeteranEntrepreneurs #BusinessShower #SalutingHerService #DCEvent #EmpoweringLeaders #pitchcompetition #businesshelp #veterans #vetrepreneur

At Warrior Rising community is everything. Whether you’re new to the business world or a seasoned entrepreneur, we want you to join the conversation! 💡 New entrepreneurs: What’s one question you’ve been dying to ask? 🌟 Experienced pros: Share your best piece of advice that helped you grow. Let’s spark a conversation, learn from each other, and grow together. After all, the best way to succeed is by lifting each other up. Drop your questions and wisdom below ⬇️ ___ Jason Van Camp Reggie Ordonez Sammy T. Ken Vennera James Legier Kurtis W. ___ #Entrepreneurship #BusinessCommunity #LearnAndGrow #JoinTheConversation

🚨 SOF Tailgate & Watch Party – On-Site at the Army vs. Navy Game! 🚨 (FREE tickets!) Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the first-ever Special Operations Tailgate & Watch Party on December 14 at the Prince George’s Sports & Learning Complex in Landover, MD! Hosted by Blue Fusion Technologies and Horse Soldier Bourbon this event is all about supporting our veterans and raising funds for critical mental health initiatives. What to Expect: -Live music from Razor’s Edge, the top AC/DC tribute band -Delicious BBQ from Competition PitMaster -Bud Wiser’s BBQ + Operation BBQ Rescue -Drinks by Horse Soldier Bourbon + Sam Adams This event raises awareness and funds for veterans’ mental health, focusing on challenges like Repetitive Blast Exposure (RBE) and Repeated Head Impacts (RHI). With over 150,000 veteran suicides, your support helps provide education, screening, and treatment programs to improve brain health and reduce suicide rates. Get your FREE ticket here 👇 https://lnkd.in/dEvCzpS2 we hope to see you next Saturday!! 🏈 ____ Blue Fusion Technologies Ken Vennera Jason Van Camp Reggie Ordonez Kurtis W. James Legier Sammy T.

Behind the scenes of something extraordinary. 🎬 From in-person podcast interviews with champions of our mission to the hard work that goes into making business showers a reality, Warrior Rising is a movement with a community that elevates the mission. Every year, thousands of veterans apply to our programs, seeking mentorship, coaching, and the opportunity to turn their ideas into thriving businesses. (The goal for this year was 10K signups…we are over 13.6K!) It all builds toward moments like these—business showers and galas that highlight the incredible journey of a vetrepreneur, and celebrate their achievements. The impact? It’s ongoing, year-round, as we continue to empower veterans and their families through our programs and support. Next stop: Washington, D.C., December 12th—a celebration honoring women veteran and military spouse entrepreneurs. We’re just getting started. 💪 ___ Reggie Ordonez Ken Vennera Jason Van Camp Sammy T. ____ #WarriorRising #VeteranEntrepreneurs #LeadershipInAction #BehindTheScenes #MakingADifference #podcast #vetrepreneur #veterancommunity #entrepreneurship #personaldevelopment

Salt Lake City—you were absolutely EPIC! ✨ A huge thank you to all the sponsors, partners, and supporters who made this event possible. Your dedication to empowering veteran entrepreneurs continues to make a profound impact. Core Medical Group Wells Fargo Goldman Sachs Patriot Mobile From inspiring pitches and vibrant veteran booths to unforgettable connections, this Business Shower was truly one for the books. 🙌 But we’re not done yet… Our final event of the year, Saluting Her Service, is just around the corner! Join us on December 12th in Washington, D.C., as we honor women veteran and military spouse entrepreneurs in a night of inspiration and celebration. 🎉 ___ Reggie Ordonez Sammy T. Jason Van Camp Ken Vennera ___ #WarriorRising #EmpoweringVeterans #SLCBusinessShower #SalutingHerService #pitchcompetition #businesspitch #businesshower #sharktank #businesshelp #veterans #veterancommunity #militaryspouse

Today is Giving Tuesday, a day to make an extraordinary impact. At Warrior Rising, we believe Veterans don’t need handouts—they need champions. With your support, we can continue fueling the next great American veteran-owned businesses through coaching, programming, and resources. ✨ Here’s what your support has achieved so far this year: • $300,000 in grants awarded to Veterans at our recent Salt Lake City Business Shower. • 30 new Veteran-owned businesses launched nationwide. • $786,000 in resources delivered to empower Veteran entrepreneurs. 📢 The Opportunity: Thanks to a generous $50,000 matching gift, every dollar you donate today doubles in impact. This Giving Tuesday, choose to stand with the Veterans and families who stood for us. Together, we can build futures and legacies of greatness. 💻 [https://lnkd.in/dJxuxUBB] ___ Reggie Ordonez Sammy T. Jason Van Camp Ken Vennera ____ #GivingTuesday #VeteranEntrepreneurs #SupportVeterans #WarriorRising #donations #makeitcount #veteranownedbusiness #veterans #veteransupport #businessgrant

Resilience, Redemption, and the Power of Connection In our latest Warrior Rising podcast episode, Tomy and Dara Parker share their incredible journey of overcoming adversity, finding purpose, and giving back. From Tomy’s life-altering experiences in the Marine Corps to their reconnection and work with Warrior Rising, their story is one of hope and transformation. Discover how they’re turning struggles into strengths and empowering veterans to rewrite their stories. 📖 Read the full article to dive deeper into their inspiring journey. (Just tap below!) ▶️ Watch the full episode on YouTube and hear it straight from Tomy and Dara! [https://lnkd.in/gcU4dGUB] ____ Reggie Ordonez Benjamin Bunn Jason Van Camp Sammy T. ____ #VeteranStories #Resilience #WarriorRising #VeteranSupport #Leadership #Empowerment