Felix jumps on the podcast to tell us a bit of his story, and of course we talk about some of his amazing sauces and rubs!!! Be sure to follow him where you can place your order and be in-the-know of when he's dropping some new flavors!!! https://www.beardbqsauce.com/ https://www.facebook.com/BeardBQ https://www.instagram.com/beard_bq_sauce/ https://www.veteransreferringveterans.com/listings/beard-bq-sauce-llc/ 

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Kalilah Xavier-Duhart is an Entrepreneur and Business Owner of EnchantedMobileCreation LLC, who helps startup and established businesses looking to take their brand to the next level by providing Web Development, Graphic Design and Print services. She’s also an eBay seller and runs Dealz By Kay, a global online store offering online shoppers general merchandise for purchase that is shipped directly to their doorstep.  Before becoming a full-time entrepreneur, Kalilah spent a little over 2 years as a Seaman for the United States Navy. After honorably discharging from the U.S. Navy under medical conditions, Kalilah went on to receive her AS degree in Accounting from the University of Houston-Victoria, and certificate of completion on “How to Start a Profitable Small Business” and “How to Run a Profitable Small Business”. https://www.veteransreferringveterans.com/listings/emcdesigns/ https://www.enchantedmobilecreation.com/ https://www.facebook.com/EMCnextlevel/ https://www.instagram.com/enchantedmobilecreation/

Enchanted Mobile Creation LLC

Grind Activated Charcoal WHITENING Toothpaste with HYDROXYAPATITE, THEOBROMINE & Coconut Oil. Natural Teeth Whitener w/ REMINERALIZATION, Fluoride Free, Veteran Owned, Made in Utah (Mint Elevated) (4oz) THE “ALL-IN TOOTHPASTE”:  Naturally whitens, strengthens enamel, combats cavities, freshens breath, soothes & moisturizes and polishes & cleans; with a taste that’s dialed in!  Plus anti-bacteria, anti-plaque, anti-microbal and anti-inflammatory antioxidants. WHITEN WITHOUT WORRY:  We created the perfect paste – activated charcoal combined with 3 other natural yet powerful whitening ingredients + HYDROXYAPATITE & THEOBROMINE to strengthen enamel. This unique combination allows us to mindfully employ activated charcoal the way it’s intended – to whiten without worry. INFUSED WITH HYDROXYAPATITE:  Backed by science; and considered to be safe (non-toxic) and effective for strengthening enamel. A natural mineral & the main component of our teeth, encompassing 97% of the enamel. In 1970 NASA created a synthetic form of hydroxyapatite to restore astronauts teeth following missions in space; and it’s been used in Japan to combat cavities for over 40 years. However, we use the real stuff – no synthetics here. STRENGTH THROUGH CHOCOLATE:  That’s right, a natural chocolate (cacao bean) extract to assist with remineralization and potentially assist with hypersensitivity. Does it get better than this?  Yes… we added high-demand ingredients such as Coconut Oil, Aloe Vera, Xylitol, Ginseng, Black Tea, Green Tea, Tea Tree Oil and Mint. MORE THAN A PASTE:  A paste with a purpose… Proudly Made in the USA, Veteran-Owned and Purpose Driven.  Our mission is to source the finest ingredients and employ the best toothpaste in the world, while helping veterans on the back-end. Brush your teeth and support our men and women in service. The first product you’ll grab each morning and last one you’ll use each night. A subtle reminder to get after it; grind; and never quit. Our “NO WEAK SAUCE” guarantee: SLS Free, SLES Free, DEA Free, BPA Free, Fluoride Free, Gluten Free and Cruelty Free; Free from: Dyes, Peroxide, Triclosan, Parabens, Artificial Flavors or Artificial Sweeteners. Vegan Friendly. PETA Approved. Grind. Rinse. Repeat. https://www.veteransreferringveterans.com/listings/grind-toothpaste/ https://grindoralcare.com/ https://www.facebook.com/GrindOralCare/ https://www.instagram.com/grindoralcare/

Grind Toothpaste

Ewe Knit & Sew, LLC is a veteran/woman owned small business.   Leanne Wade, the owner, does all of the designing, hand-dyeing, sewing, quilting, and crafting.  She specializes in MCN with in a variety of weights from fingering to bulky. Skeins range from 161 to 822 yards to give customers incredible yarn at a great value!  Each color way reflects Leanne's journeys through love, war, and everything in between. Bags and notions are quirky, chic, and filled with a sense of humor.  Leanne's quilts are heirloom quality and showcase her love of the fiber arts with emphasis on the farms and animals. Ewe Knit & Sew is committed to ensuring that the fiber arts are never lost, an unforgettable customer experience, and putting happiness back into the world one stitch at a time!

Ewe Knit & Sew, LLC

Thelma Christine Hernandez is the owner of Layered, a small veteran owned custom cake design business in Chula Vista, CA. and has been decorating and designing cakes for over 5 years.  Thelma served in the United States Navy.  After her honorable discharge, Thelma continued to serve the Navy as a Navy spouse for over 23 years to a recently retired Navy Commander and former commanding officer of a guided missile destroyer.  Thelma has a unique understanding of what it is to be a civilian and an active duty sailor, as well as the various ranks and structure within the Navy.  Thelma holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Minor in Sociology from Old Dominion University, but prefers to create/design cakes and homeschool her and her husband's two (out of 3) youngest sons.  Thelma continues to serve our country's finest through her mentorship of Navy spouses and will continue to do so for many years to come. https://www.veteransreferringveterans.com/listings/layered/ https://www.instagram.com/yourlayeredcake/ https://www.facebook.com/yourlayeredcake

Layered

We help Veteran Business Owners navigate the Tax and Accounting part of their business with an emphasis on helping them grow and increase cash flows through Maximizing Tax Credits that can literally add thousands of dollars to their bottom line. We also provide customized Bookkeeping and Accounting Services as well as training for those businesses that have an in-house accounting staff. For Veterans, By Veterans https://www.veteransreferringveterans.com/listings/vbotag-veteran-business-owner-tax-accounting-group/ https://www.vbotag.com/ https://www.facebook.com/VBOTAG/?ref=page_internal https://www.instagram.com/vbotag/

VBOTAG

Imagine Bath and Body Works was bought out by AC/DC; that’s who Household 5 Soap Company. We make soaps that kickass for people that kickass. We don’t stop at soap, we make beard care, and skincare for men and women. We even make soaps for the family dog. Are you a Veteran? We even have a soap for your branch, Navy? – Deck Scrub. Marine – check out Leatherneck. Army? – Then rub our Dirty Privates all over. No matter the scent you choose – Household 5 will help you Smell. Less. Ugly. https://www.veteransreferringveterans.com/listings/household-5-soap-company/ https://household5.com/ https://www.instagram.com/household5soaps/ https://www.facebook.com/Household5Soap

Household 5 Soaps

Tina jumps on to talk about her awesome bakery and her time in the Marine Corps! "I spent eight years active duty in the marine corps and eight years in the reserves. I then spent twenty years in the IT and healthcare fields. I eventually grew tired of the corporate world and decided to move up to the mountains to open my bakery and write my books. The first one is currently published on Amazon kindle under T.M.Betts.  I am currently pulling my hair out while simultaneously loving owning and operating my bakery." https://www.veteransreferringveterans.com/listings/ernies-mountain-bakery-and-cafe/ https://www.facebook.com/Ernies-Mountain-Bakery-Cafe-103467624377658/ https://www.instagram.com/ernies_mountain_bakery/ Check out her book here !!!

Ernies Mountain Bakery

US Army Veteran Tj jumps on to talk about his Alpaca business and his ride this coming summer to raise money for Mission 22!  https://www.facebook.com/freedomfleecealpacas https://www.facebook.com/atlantictoarcticemotorcycleride https://mission22.networkforgood.com/projects/118807-mission-22-atlantic-to-arctic?afbclid=IwAR3UfnC30eBWUnEQdalqEK5pit38HFKKXPjoqrNI3lCcdGDX16Fl9RtU8Bw https://www.instagram.com/freedomfleecealpacas/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/mission22atlantic_to_arctic/?hl=en

Freedom Fleece Alpacas/Atlantic to Arctic Ride

The CJ3 Foundation provides services, support, and advocacy to United States Military Service Members, Veterans/Disabled Veterans, Law Enforcement, Fire, and Emergency/First Responders who need/require assistance, and then connects them with resources and programs designed to meet their unique set of needs. The CJ3 Foundation assists them in finding both the means and opportunities to holistically improve their life outlook and reconnect with the communities they selflessly chose to serve. The CJ3 Foundation achieves this goal through a combination of advocacy for supported individuals and those specialty organizations best suited to assist these individuals, and lobbying efforts that advocate for the creation of legislation to better assist these individuals. https://www.veteransreferringveterans.com/listings/cj3-foundation/ https://www.cj3foundation.org/ https://www.facebook.com/CJ3Foundation https://www.instagram.com/cj3foundation/

CJ3 Foundation

* Please excuse the quick intermission in this episode:)" As a proud Marine veteran, Rick Noda has always been a passionate and motivated individual and as such, has had a passion for passing along that motivation in order to inspire others to be the best versions of themselves – especially when it comes to their fitness goals. During his Marine experience, he learned that the most efficient way to overcome the dreaded length of the learning curve is to find the expert and learn from the ground up. Rick believes that the discipline it takes to set and accomplish fitness goals overflows into your personal life and impacts the confidence you can build by being able to hold yourself accountable while also being grounded enough to give yourself tangible and achievable measures of success.  A full-time endurance coach and participant for the past 10 years, Rick has found joy in seeing his clients set their first PR or stand on the podium for the first time. He’s competed and coached for Ironman’s, half/full marathons, as well as short and long course triathlons. He enjoys motivating his clients through physical training with not only his own personal experience but experience from leaders in the industry. The T3 Body Training program was created from a science-based approach that utilizes USAT and TRX training, cardiovascular system improvement, stretching and muscle strengthening, and nutritional guidance. Even if you have had an injury or are recovering from a recent surgery, T3 Body is equally as effective for your goals. https://www.veteransreferringveterans.com/listings/t3bodyencinitas/ https://www.facebook.com/T3BodyEncinitasTightenToneTranstion/ https://www.instagram.com/t3bodyencinitas/?hl=en https://www.t3bodyencinitas.com/

T3 Body Encinitas

Eldonna is a retired Air Force veteran and the founder of Baskets and Beads Kenya  and Dynamic Vision Foundation which helps women in a slum in Kenya eradicate poverty through entrepreneurism. Baskets and Beads provides a hand up not a hand out by marketing their hand crafted baskets, beads and other products.  Through the sale of their handcrafted items in the U.S., many of the women have been able to leave prostitution and provide for their families. Eldonna works to find a market for their handcrafted items through online sales, retail sales, wholesaling to stores or selling with her book when she speaks. “Book and a Bead” is changing the lives of the women and their children. Visit www.BasketsAndBeadsKenya.com for further information. https://www.veteransreferringveterans.com/listings/baskets-and-beads-kenya/ https://www.facebook.com/basketsandbeadskenya https://www.instagram.com/basketsandbeadskenya/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/eldonna/

Baskets and Beads Kenya

US Army Veteran Akea jumps on the podcast to talk about her military career, transitioning out, and her business that can now help you out, The Resume Chop Shop! She is an amazing mother who truly wants to help you succeed! If you need any help with a resume, or guidance on your career after the military, shoot Akea a message by using the links below! https://www.veteransreferringveterans.com/listings/the-resume-chop-shop/ www.facebook.com/theresumechopshop www.instagram.com/theresumechopshop

The Resume Chop Shop

From Mark from The Rock Guns and Accessories: "I'm riding my motorcycle from Capitola Beach, CA to Fort Bragg, NC and I'd like for you to support my efforts in raising funds for the Green Beret Foundation! Some friends of mine are also kicking in some raffle items! 15th-24th of Dec. Capitola Beach, Ca > Fort Bragg Freedom Creek Forge - EDC Knife The Rock Guns - Custom Kydex Sheath for EDC Knife" The cause: The Green Beret Foundation provides Special Forces Soldiers and their families with emergency, immediate, and ongoing support. We have assisted nearly 13,000 families since our inception in October 2009 and continue to provide programs and services in support of the community on a daily basis. Since our inception, we’ve invested 87%, or 87 cents of every dollar, into our programs and services, which has totaled to over $15 million that has directly supported the Regiment and its families. GBF is the only non-profit solely dedicated to supporting Green Berets and their families that has achieved a 4-Star Rating with Charity Navigator. Also, GBF is the sole special operations benevolent organization that is accredited by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the purpose of preparation, presentation, and prosecution of disability claims. https://fundraise.greenberetfoundation.org/give/316249/#!/donation/checkout Check out Mark on his social media pages below! https://www.instagram.com/caesar1911/ 

Mark's Coast to Coast Motorcycle Ride

Army Veteran Branden joins the podcast to talk about his business, Finger Lakes Mercantile!!! His can do just about anything with his business from photography, art, and metal prints! use the links below to check out some of his amazing products!!! https://www.veteransreferringveterans.com/listings/finger-lakes-mercantile-llc/ https://fingerlakesmercantile.com https://www.facebook.com/pg/fingerlakesmercantile https://www.linkedin.com/in/branden-gums/ https://www.instagram.com/fingerlakesmercantile/

Finger Lakes Mercantile

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