The Veteran Blueprint

The Veteran Blueprint ~ Kwesi Betserai

May, 17, 2026 ~ Kwesi Betserai, Detroit’s first Veterans Affairs Manager, discusses his 28-year military career and its influence on his current role. He shares his upbringing in Detroit, his journey through college, and his decision to join the Army, where he discovered his leadership abilities. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Veteran Blueprint ~ Bonnie Carroll

May 10, 2026 ~ Bonnie Carroll’s upbringing and military career, which was influenced by her mother, a World War II pilot. Bonnie Carroll discusses how the tragic death of her husband led her to create the TAPS program, which provides support for military families grieving a loss. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Veteran Blueprint ~ Ed Pulido

May 3, 2026 ~ Ed Pulido discusses his life and military service, including his father’s immigration and military career, which influenced his own. He recounts joining the military at 17, his early experiences in basic training, and how he supported a fellow recruit who later became a Sergeant Major. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Veteran Blueprint ~ Torch Martin

April 26, 2026 ~ Torch Martin, a 23-year Air Force veteran, discusses his diverse military career and his transition to civilian life. Torch shares details about his upbringing in Oklahoma, his multiple attempts to enlist after 9/11, and the unique cultural experiences he had during his five-year assignment in Misawa, Japan. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Veteran Blueprint ~ Nikki Giani

April 19, 2026 ~ Nikki Giani discusses her childhood in Queens, New York, growing up in a single-parent home. She then shares her journey through the Air Force, from enlisted to officer, including her daughter’s battle with cancer and her eventual transition out of the military. Finally, she talks about the challenges and triumphs of starting her own business, the Small Business Architect, to help others win government contracts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.