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On this week’s episode of Warrior Money, hosts Patrick Murphy and Dan Kunze welcomed Joseph Kopser, an Army veteran and accomplished entrepreneur, to discuss his inspiring journey from military service to business innovation.
Kopser co-founded RideScout, a mobility app acquired by Mercedes-Benz, inspired by his personal struggle commuting to the Pentagon. “I saw a real problem and decided to solve it,” Kopser explained, emphasizing how critical validation, innovation, and networking were in his entrepreneurial journey.
Drawing on his West Point education and combat experience in Iraq, Kopser highlighted three key principles that guided his success: teamwork, mission focus, and resilience. He noted that these skills—honed through military service—equipped him to overcome challenges and build strong, cohesive teams.
The discussion also addressed Kopser’s passion for civic engagement. He shared insights from his Congressional run and efforts through his organization, US Tomorrow, to bridge political divides. Kopser believes finding common ground in areas like jobs, education, and family is essential for national unity.
Yahoo Finance's Warrior Money, hosted by former Congressman Patrick Murphy and veteran investor Dan Kunze, is dedicated to uplifting the financial well-being of military veterans transitioning into civilian life. Each week, an array of guests—from everyday vets to high-ranking government officials—offer insight on successfully making the leap from service to business.
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On this week’s episode of Warrior Money, special guest Bob Parsons—a Marine Corps veteran and pioneering entrepreneur—joined hosts Patrick Murphy and Dan Kunze to share his remarkable journey from a challenging East Baltimore upbringing to becoming one of Forbes 400’s wealthiest Americans.
Parsons offered candid advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, urging them to choose a business they love and to embrace responsibility and discipline. “Pick the right business and don’t waste time worrying,” he said, highlighting how the resilience and work ethic he developed in the Marine Corps laid the foundation for his success.
The conversation also focused on Parsons’s early ventures. Starting Parson Technology with just $40,000, he eventually sold the company for $64 million—a breakthrough that propelled him into subsequent successes, including co-founding GoDaddy (GDDY) and supporting the Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation. Through his work with the Semper Fi Fund, his philanthropic efforts have raised over $234 million to assist veterans.
Parsons also opened up about his personal battle with PTSD following his Vietnam service. Reflecting on his journey toward healing, he described how reconnecting with fellow veterans and exploring alternative treatments, including psychedelics, helped him reclaim his well-being.
Yahoo Finance's Warrior Money, hosted by former Congressman Patrick Murphy and veteran investor Dan Kunze, is dedicated to uplifting the financial well-being of military veterans transitioning into civilian life. Each week, an array of guests—from everyday vets to high-ranking government officials—offer insight on successfully making the leap from service to business.
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On this week’s episode of Warrior Money, returning guests Alex McLeod, CEO, and Jay Long, COO of Parlay, rejoined hosts Patrick Murphy and Dan Kunze to discuss their innovative approach to small business lending.
McLeod advised entrepreneurs to validate their business models before taking on debt or raising venture capital. “Prove yourself wrong quickly,” he said, emphasizing the need for disciplined iteration to uncover hidden risks. Long added that de-risking strategies and challenging core assumptions are essential to building a sustainable venture.
The evolution of Parlay was a key focus. Originally conceived as a loan intelligence system, Parlay refined its platform by engaging with over 200 banks and credit unions. Today, the platform leverages AI-driven data analytics to streamline loan assessments and guide small businesses toward securing funding. Enhancing its solution, Parlay has also partnered with Mastercard to boost data capabilities and extend its reach among financial institutions.
The conversation further explored company culture and human capital. Drawing on their military backgrounds, both founders stressed that discipline, empowerment, and a mission-driven environment are critical for startup success. They believe that democratizing access to capital hinges on comprehensive data that bridges the gap between traditional lenders and underserved business communities.
Yahoo Finance's Warrior Money, hosted by former Congressman Patrick Murphy and veteran investor Dan Kunze, is dedicated to uplifting the financial well-being of military veterans transitioning into civilian life. Each week, an array of guests—from everyday vets to high-ranking government officials—offer insight on successfully making the leap from service to business.
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This week on Warrior Money, hosts Patrick Murphy and Dan Kunze welcomed Alex McLeod, CEO, and Jay Long, COO of Parlay Finance—the innovative loan readiness platform that transforms the small business loan process.
McLeod explained that many small business owners face a daunting, “pop quiz” style process when applying for loans. “Entrepreneurs shouldn’t be set up for failure simply because they lack a credit history or the right background,” she said. Inspired by helping Afghan female tactical platoon leaders during the evacuation, Parlay Finance was founded to make capital access more attainable.
Partnering with banks, credit unions, and organizations like MasterCard (MA), Parlay leverages advanced AI and real-time data to analyze loan inquiries in under 10 seconds. However, Long emphasized that efficiency must be balanced with fairness. “By capturing data from the very start, we build inclusive models that serve all borrowers, not just those who already qualify,” he noted.
Navigating strict regulatory and cybersecurity challenges, Parlay’s team—bolstered by military and cybersecurity expertise—builds a platform that meets the rigorous standards of its financial partners. The founders encourage aspiring entrepreneurs, especially veterans and military spouses, to start early, lean on their networks, and prepare financially before taking on debt.
Yahoo Finance's Warrior Money, hosted by former Congressman Patrick Murphy and veteran investor Dan Kunze, is dedicated to uplifting the financial well-being of military veterans transitioning into civilian life. Each week, an array of guests—from everyday vets to high-ranking government officials—offer insight on successfully making the leap from service to business.
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This week onWarrior Money, hosts Patrick Murphy and Dan Kunze speak with Marine veteran Samuel P. Royer, chief production officer at Salute Home Loans and a key advocate for The HELPER Act, a bill aimed at making homeownership more affordable for first responders, educators, and law enforcement officers.
Royer, a 28-year mortgage industry veteran, saw too many public servants struggle to buy homes despite strong credit and steady jobs. “I had a teacher in St. John’s County… putting $60,000 down, no debt, very high credit score, but she couldn’t afford a house,” he recalls. He also helped a firefighter whose father had to co-sign his mortgage. These experiences inspired The HELPER Act, which would eliminate down payments and monthly mortgage insurance for first-time buyers in these essential professions.
“The crazy part about the HELPER Act—just like with a VA and an FHA loan—this is not a subsidy-based program,” Royer explains. “We are not asking the federal government, ‘Hey, can you throw a bunch of money aside?’” Instead, the program would be backed by an FHA insurance fund, which is currently overfunded.
Despite bipartisan support, the bill faces hurdles in Congress. “We need all the voices out there to talk about this,” Royer urges.
Yahoo Finance's Warrior Money, hosted by former Congressman Patrick Murphy and veteran investor Dan Kunze, is dedicated to uplifting the financial well-being of military veterans transitioning into civilian life. Each week, an array of guests—from everyday vets to high-ranking government officials—offer insight on successfully making the leap from service to business.
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Patrick Murphy and Dan Kunze talk to Brendan Duebner, founder and executive director of the non-profit Life Skills for Soldiers. A Wharton MBA graduate, Duebner launched the organization in 2019 to better prepare service members for life outside the military. Duebner discusses why he founded the organization, the epidemic of financial hardship in military families, and what habits he took from the military to help his transition into civilian life.
Murphy and Kunze also discuss the recently announced defense tech partnership between Booz Allen Hamilton and Palantir Technologies, and why it's a "smart play" for both companies and US defense at large.
Yahoo Finance's Warrior Money, hosted by former Congressman Patrick Murphy and veteran investor Dan Kunze, is dedicated to uplifting the financial well-being of military veterans transitioning into civilian life. Each week, an array of guests—from everyday vets to high-ranking government officials—offer insight on successfully making the leap from service to business.
Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Email us at [email protected].
00:20 - Booz Allen & Palantir announce defense partnership
02:05 - Brendan Duebner's Bottom Line: How to deal with money after military service
02:35 - Why Duebner founded Life Skills for Soldiers
04:14 - Life Skills for Soldiers' "train the trainer" model
05:16 - Financial hardship in military families
09:30 - Unexpected obstacles vets face in civilian life
12:07 - Duebner's experience in military & at Wharton
15:18 - Applying military habits to civilian life
17:42 - Leveraging military benefits
19:15 - Importance of mental health
21:58 - Duebner takes the Warrior Q&A -
Elizabeth O’Brien, Vice President of the US Chamber Foundation’s Hiring Our Heroes program, joins Warrior Money to break down the importance of military spouse employment, what more can be done to assist veterans seeking new careers, and what programs they can utilize to make the transition easier.
Yahoo Finance's Warrior Money, hosted by former Congressman Patrick Murphy and veteran investor Dan Kunze, is dedicated to uplifting the financial well-being of military veterans transitioning into civilian life. Each week, an array of guests—from everyday vets to high-ranking government officials—offer insight on successfully making the leap from service to business.
Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Email us at [email protected].
00:30 - BLUF: Why are veterans drowning in a sea of goodwill when it comes to hiring?
02:08 - What ROI is the government seeing on its investment in transition programs?
03:57 - Military spouse employment
10:15 - Addressing the veteran suicide rate
12:35 - Breaking into the sports business
17:09 - DOD SkillBridge program
18:16 - Military Spouse Career Accelerator Pilot
19:15 - Hiring Our Heroes
21:38 - Elizabeth O’Brien takes the Warrior Q&A -
General Wesley K. Clark served as the Supreme Allied Commander Europe for NATO, ran for president in the 2004 Democratic primary, and received the Presidential Medal of Freedom. He now serves as Founder and Chairman of investment bank Enverra, and CEO of strategic consulting firm Wesley K. Clark & Associates. Clark joins Warrior Money to talk leadership lessons he learned while serving in Vietnam, why political public service roles lack veterans, and his experience on the presidential campaign trail.
Yahoo Finance's Warrior Money, hosted by former Congressman Patrick Murphy and veteran investor Dan Kunze, is dedicated to uplifting the financial well-being of military veterans transitioning into civilian life. Each week, an array of guests—from everyday vets to high-ranking government officials—offer insight on successfully making the leap from service to business.
Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Email us at [email protected].
00:38 - General Wesley K. Clark’s Bottom Line: Why the best leaders start at the bottom
02:06 - How West Point prepared Gen. Clark for business
03:12 - What Vietnam taught Gen. Clark about leadership
05:28 - Gen. Clark reflects on the Vietnam generation
06:48 - Staying mission-driven after service
07:52 - Why Gen. Clark entered politics
11:21 - Gen. Clark’s 2004 presidential run
13:24 - Clark’s transition into energy and foreign policy work in business
16:32 - Why aren’t more veterans in political public service?
18:20 - Clark’s dvice for veterans in politics
20:15 - Clark’s advice for young people
21:55 - Gen. Clark takes the Warrior Q&A -
Andrew Bang went from serving as a captain in the US Army to a successful career in investment management. The West Point and Cornell MBA graduate now works as an advisor at SECOR Asset Management, and joins Warrior Money to share his perspective on making the transition from military service into finance. Bang also reflects on the scaling issues currently faced by the Department of Defense, the importance of public-private partnerships, and why he continues to give back to his country through veteran-focused organizations.
Yahoo Finance's Warrior Money, hosted by former Congressman Patrick Murphy and veteran investor Dan Kunze, is dedicated to uplifting the financial well-being of military veterans transitioning into civilian life. Each week, an array of guests—from everyday vets to high-ranking government officials—offer insight on successfully making the leap from service to business.
Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Email us at [email protected].
00:20 - VA releases annual Veteran suicide report
03:09 - Andrew Bang’s BLUF: Veterans can break into finance by networking
05:59 - Bang’s transition from military into banking
07:27 - Remaining mission-driven in the private sector
09:04 - How education eases the transition into civilian life
10:30 - How service prepared Bang for business
12:03 - How Bang’s immigrant upbringing inspired his live service
14:25 - What is Business Executives for National Security (BENS)?
15:11 - What is the USO?
15:58 - Addressing the DOD's scaling issue
18:40 - Future of public-private partnerships at the DOD
20:30 - Using your military expertise in the private sector
23:14 - Andrew Bang takes the Warrior Q&A -
In just a few short years, the next big driver of the global economy could be something that’s not yet a household phrase: quantum computing. That’s according to CrowdPoint Technologies founder and CEO Sean Brehm, who joins Warrior Money discuss how quantum tech will impact national security, why the next internet boom is upon us, and his own transition from military service to the quantum space through his work with CrowdPoint Technologies and Spectral Capital.
Yahoo Finance's Warrior Money, hosted by former Congressman Patrick Murphy and veteran investor Dan Kunze, is dedicated to uplifting the financial well-being of military veterans transitioning into civilian life. Each week, an array of guests—from everyday vets to high-ranking government officials—offer insight on successfully making the leap from service to business.
Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Email us at [email protected].
00:23 - Sean Brehm’s Bottom Line: Cybersecurity is changing rapidly
01:18 - Brehm’s transition from military to quantum computing
02:08 - Why quantum computing is the next internet boom
03:05 - What the average investor needs to know
05:11 - The DoD & post-quantum security
06:55 - Why quantum tech startups shouldn’t be overlooked
10:00 - Why veterans are well-prepared for roles in quantum tech
11:23 - Brehm’s advice for vets: “Do not pigeonhole yourself”
12:16 - What vets can learn from institutional environments
13:48 - What is CrowdPoint Technologies?
15:53 - How capital markets offer opportunity in quantum tech
17:25 - Pros & cons of crypto markets
20:15 - Why quantum tech needs a transnational coalition
21:10 - Learning about quantum tech
22:29 - Sean Brehm takes the Warrior Q&A -
Green Beret-turned-entrepreneur Fran Racioppi dives into the strategies he has used to launch his company FRsix, from taking advantage of available veteran benefits to finding creative ways to access capital to fund the business. Through FRsix, Racioppi provides security operations and training services to businesses in both the public and private sectors, including a number of partnerships with state and local governments.
Yahoo Finance's Warrior Money, hosted by former Congressman Patrick Murphy and veteran investor Dan Kunze, is dedicated to uplifting the financial well-being of military veterans transitioning into civilian life. Each week, an array of guests—from everyday vets to high-ranking government officials—offer insight on successfully making the leap from service to business.
Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Email us at [email protected].
00:38 - Fran Racioppi’s Bottom Line: Why executive security is critical
03:26 - Why Racioppi launched a private security company
06:50 - Finding practical paths to entrepreneurship
07:25 - Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business certification
08:26 - How might business opportunities for veterans change under Trump?
10:15 - Leveraging VA benefits to cover tuition (G.I. Bill, VR&E, Yellow Ribbon Program)
13:05 - Racioppi’s advice for vets transitioning into private sector
15:50 - Finding the capital to start your own business
18:54 - Why Racioppi launched The Jedburgh Podcast
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In November, Edelman released its 2024 Veterans’ Well-Being Survey, which explores issues like mental health, employment prospects, and public perception of the veteran community. John D. Edelman, the company’s Managing Director of Global Engagement and Corporate Responsibility, joins a new episode of Warrior Money to highlight the disconnects between veterans attempting to enter the civilian workforce and the companies hoping to hire them.
Yahoo Finance's Warrior Money, hosted by former Congressman Patrick Murphy and veteran investor Dan Kunze, is dedicated to uplifting the financial well-being of military veterans transitioning into civilian life. Each week, an array of guests—from everyday vets to high-ranking government officials—offer insight on successfully making the leap from service to business.
Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Email us at [email protected].
00:35 - How a WWII veteran founded global communications firm Edelman
02:38 - John D. Edelman's BLUF: What does corporate America need to know about veterans?
04:20 - About Edelman's Veterans' Well-Being Survey
05:00 - Viewing veterans as "strategic assets"
09:04 - The decline of veterans' well-being after service
11:20 - How veterans feel their skills are not well-utilized by employers
12:35 - Why only 47% of veterans report "good" or "excellent" well-being
15:45 - How companies can improve their veteran employment efforts
16:50 - DOD SkillBridge
18:35 - Veteran entrepreneurship: Why only 16% of vets start their own business
21:38 - John D. Edelman takes the Warrior Q&A -
Quattro Capital Managing partner Maurice Philogene joins hosts Patrick Murphy and Dan Kunze to talk real estate investment, entrepreneurship, finding your purpose, and achieving financial freedom. Philogene also discusses his journey from being a US Air Force Lt. Col. and Special Agent to becoming an investor, podcast host, financial coach, and public servant—and how his VA benefits were a valuable asset in his transition.
Yahoo Finance's Warrior Money, hosted by former Congressman Patrick Murphy and veteran investor Dan Kunze, is dedicated to uplifting the financial well-being of military veterans transitioning into civilian life. Each week, an array of guests—from everyday vets to high-ranking government officials—offer insight on successfully making the leap from service to business.
Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Email us at [email protected].
00:10 - Maurice Philogene joins Warrior Money
00:42 - Maurice Philogene's BLUF: How veterans can find their new purpose
01:35 - Maurice's five personal freedoms
02:50 - Building the professional lifestyle you want
04:30 - Real estate as a source of passive income
06:50 - Quattro Capital
08:36 - Leveraging VA benefits for education & career
10:10 - Carving your own career path
13:05 - The military lessons Maurice brought to the business world
14:42 - Creating time in your workday
18:40 - Maurice's podcast, "Try Life On"
21:37 - Maurice takes the Warrior Q&A -
EdgeRunner AI CEO Tyler Saltsman joins hosts Patrick Murphy and Dan Kunze for a conversation about an increasingly pivotal field: defense tech. As technology advances and the U.S. government looks increasingly to smaller defense tech companies for partnerships, it's an opportune time for service members and veterans to consider joining the field. Saltsman discusses how veterans can break into tech careers, the work EdgeRunner AI has been doing to integrate artificial intelligence into the military, and his own journey from the Army to the world of AI.
Yahoo Finance's Warrior Money, hosted by former Congressman Patrick Murphy and veteran investor Dan Kunze, is dedicated to uplifting the financial well-being of military veterans transitioning into civilian life. Each week, an array of guests—from everyday vets to high-ranking government officials—offer insight on successfully making the leap from service to business.
Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Email us at [email protected].
00:20 - Veteran Headlines: How might DOGE affect VA healthcare?
03:28 - Veteran Headlines: DOGE's impact on the defense tech industry
05:10 - Tyler Saltsman's BLUF: Veterans have a home in the tech space
07:00 - How EdgeRunner AI is developing generative AI for defense
08:38 - How AI can improve government efficiency
10:40 - How veterans can find careers in tech
12:52 - Tyler Saltsman's take on DOGE
13:32 - How vets without a tech background can pursue a career in tech
14:44 - The problem with VC firms breaking into defense tech
18:10 - How military experience fosters accountability
19:15 - Tyler Saltsman's advice for vets seeking tech jobs -
On a new episode of Warrior Money, hosts Patrick Murphy and Dan Kunze are joined by Capitol Counsel Partner Rob Diamond, who has spent his career advocating for veterans in both the public and private sectors. While serving in the US Navy, Diamond worked in the Navy Office of Legislative Affairs. He later served as President Barack Obama’s Director of Private Sector Engagement, and now leads the executive branch practice at Capitol Counsel.
Yahoo Finance's Warrior Money, hosted by former Congressman Patrick Murphy and veteran investor Dan Kunze, is dedicated to uplifting the financial well-being of military veterans transitioning into civilian life. Each week, an array of guests—from everyday vets to high-ranking government officials—offer insight on successfully making the leap from service to business.
Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Email us at [email protected].
00:15 - Veteran Headlines: Veteran homelessness reaches record low
01:45 - Veteran Headlines: VA proposes expanding telehealth access, eliminating copays
04:05 - Rob Diamond's BLUF: Why public office has a veteran shortage
05:56 - Diamond's journey in the US Navy
07:48 - Being a legislative liason in the Navy
10:00 - Working in the Obama White House
13:38 - How the Obama administration helped veterans
16:55 - Biden's Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
17:38 - Biden's Inflation Reduction Act
18:40 - Solving trillion-dollar issues
20:31 - Why infrastructure spending matters
21:30 - Rob Diamond takes the Warrior Q&A -
Charlotte Levine has broken ground for women in more ways than one. On the latest episode of Yahoo Finance’s Warrior Money, the Army veteran and NJ/NY Gotham FC Director of Strategy shares her journey from the military to a top MBA program, and finally to the world of women’s sports.
Yahoo Finance's Warrior Money, hosted by former Congressman Patrick Murphy and veteran investor Dan Kunze, is dedicated to uplifting the financial well-being of military veterans transitioning into civilian life. Each week, an array of guests—from everyday vets to high-ranking government officials—offer insight on successfully making the leap from service to business.
Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Email us at [email protected].
00:18 - Veteran Headlines: VA delivers record care and benefits
01:31 - Veteran Headlines: Patrick Murphy reacts to Doug Collins' nomination as VA Secretary
05:08 - Charlotte Levine's BLUF
05:56 - Being one of the Army's first female armor officers
08:15 - The need for women in the military
10:09 - How an MBA can benefit veterans
11:46 - Levine's work at NJ/NY Gotham FC
13:24 - The booming world of women's sports
16:04 - How veterans can enter the sports business
18:38 - Why MBA programs lack female veterans
20:10 - 3 steps for vets pursuing an MBA
21:00 - Levine's advice for women in the military
22:55 - Levine takes the Warrior Q&A -
Admiral Bill McRaven, one of America's most decorated veterans, joins Warrior Money to offer his advice for vets entering the private sector. In his 37 years in the U.S. Navy, the four-star admiral oversaw the raid that killed Osama bin Laden, the capture of Saddam Hussein, and the rescue of Captain Phillips. Since retiring, he has gone from Chancellor of the UT System to Senior Advisor for the Lazard Geopolitical Advisory.
Yahoo Finance's Warrior Money, hosted by former Congressman Patrick Murphy and veteran investor Dan Kunze, is dedicated to uplifting the financial well-being of military veterans transitioning into civilian life. Each week, an array of guests—from everyday vets to high-ranking government officials—offer insight on successfully making the leap from service to business.
Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Email us at [email protected].
00:00 - Get to know Patrick Murphy
01:18 - Get to know Dan Kunze
02:08 - Admiral William H. McRaven’s BLUF
04:30 - The main challenge veterans face when transitioning to business
05:05 - McRaven’s take on the national debt under Trump
09:02 - McRaven on leveraging his geopolitical experience as a financial advisor
13:05 - McRaven reflects on bin Laden raid, viral commencement address
16:25 - Why vets should follow their passion in business
17:34 - Utilizing veterans’ benefits (Post-9/11 G.I. Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)
19:30 - Why McRaven encourages vets to get their MBA
21:50 - McRaven takes the Warrior Q&A -
Warrior Money kicks off with Admiral Bill McRaven, one of America's most decorated veterans. In his 37 years in the U.S. Navy, the four-star admiral oversaw the raid that killed Osama bin Laden, the capture of Saddam Hussein, and the rescue of Captain Phillips. Since retiring, he has gone from Chancellor of the UT System to Senior Advisor for the Lazard Geopolitical Advisory. McRaven joins Warrior Money to offer his advice for vets entering the private sector.
Premieres Friday, November 15 at 12:30pm ET
