From $500 to Millions: Meet Prince Dykes, the Man Behind the Financial Literacy Movement

K9 Handler to International Photographer, Michael Parks

In this episode of the Vet Visionary podcast, we dive into the world of personal branding with the trailblazing Michael ParkS, CEO of Daystar Branding and U.S. Airforce Veteran. From his journey as a veteran to becoming a renowned international photographer, Michael shares invaluable insights on how personal branding can transform your career and business. Discover how he leveraged his military discipline to pivot during challenging times and built a thriving photography business through authentic connections and strategic branding.  Tune in to learn how to make your brand stand out without losing your personal touch.  Got a Question? Text me and I will answer it on air! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2443755/open_sms] Connect with us on Instagram: @vettovisionarypodcast [https://www.instagram.com/vettovisionarypodcast/?hl=en] Are you Veteran or Visionary? We want to amplify you. Be my next Guest Star www.vettovisionarypod.com [https://www.vettovisionarypod.com/] Remember" Being Great ain't up for Debate!

From $500 to Millions: Meet Prince Dykes, the Man Behind the Financial Literacy Movement

This week’s guest on Vet to Visionary is none other than Prince Dykes — retired U.S. Navy Chief, Founder & Chief Investment Officer of Royal Financial Investment Group, and the driving force behind the Wesley Learns empire. What started as a $500 investment has grown into a multi-million dollar portfolio and a national mission to equip kids with financial literacy early. He's the author of the Wesley Learns series, the creator of Wesley Invests, and the founder of the Global Children Financial Literacy Foundation — helping children become first-time shareholders through books, not just bedtime stories. He is the founder/host of the weekly financial literacy podcast "The Investor Show" which reaches 20k weekly listeners. His non-profit Global Children Financial Literacy Foundation turns kids into first-time shareholders of stocks through its book club “Wesley Learns.” He resides in Aurora, Colorado with his wife of 15 years and their 14-year-old son, Wesley. Connect with Prince  Linkedin [https://www.linkedin.com/in/princedykes/] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/theinvestorshow/?hl=en] Global Children's Financial Literacy Foundation [https://www.gcflf.org/] Got a Question? Text me and I will answer it on air! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2443755/open_sms] Connect with us on Instagram: @vettovisionarypodcast [https://www.instagram.com/vettovisionarypodcast/?hl=en] Are you Veteran or Visionary? We want to amplify you. Be my next Guest Star www.vettovisionarypod.com [https://www.vettovisionarypod.com/] Remember" Being Great ain't up for Debate!

Javon Burden on Mental Health & Finding Purpose beyond the military

In this powerful episode of the Vet to Visionary Podcast, host Reka Leftridge sits down with retired Navy Senior Chief turned real estate leader, Javon Burden, for a raw and transparent conversation about life after service. Javon opens up about his mental health journey, navigating geo-batching, and the breakdown that became a breakthrough. Together, they explore the reality many veterans face: self-doubt, isolation, and the search for identity beyond the uniform. Javon shares how he found healing, purpose, and success—and why your circle, your mindset, and your goals matter more than ever. If you’ve ever felt unseen while building something impactful, this episode is for you. Get ready to be inspired by the power of vulnerability, community and bold vision. Stay Connected with Javon  YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/@BeyondTheSalewithJavon [http://www.youtube.com/@BeyondTheSalewithJavon] Personal Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Javonburden [https://www.facebook.com/Javonburden] Business Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/JBnewhomes [https://www.facebook.com/JBnewhomes] Website: https://www [https://www/].JavonBurden.com [http://jbnewhomes.com/] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/javonburden/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/javonburden/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/JavonHomes [https://www.instagram.com/JavonHomes] Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DroppedPinCreations [https://www.etsy.com/shop/DroppedPinCreations] Got a Question? Text me and I will answer it on air! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2443755/open_sms] Connect with us on Instagram: @vettovisionarypodcast [https://www.instagram.com/vettovisionarypodcast/?hl=en] Are you Veteran or Visionary? We want to amplify you. Be my next Guest Star www.vettovisionarypod.com [https://www.vettovisionarypod.com/] Remember" Being Great ain't up for Debate!

Chad Davis: The Youth Financial Literacy Changemaker

In this episode of the Vet to Visionary Podcast, we welcome Chadrick Davis—a 20-year U.S. Navy veteran turned nonprofit leader and financial literacy changemaker—into the Command Suite. Chadrick is the co-founder of the Global Children Financial Literacy Foundation, a powerful nonprofit on a mission to equip the next generation with the tools to understand what many of us had to learn the hard way: how money really works. From launching the Wesley Learns Book Club to organizing nationwide book drives, Chadrick has been instrumental in bringing financial literacy into classrooms, communities, and conversations across the country. His story is proof that true leadership isn’t about titles—it’s about impact. Support the Global Children Financial Literacy Foundation www.gcflf.org [http://www.gcflf.org/] https://shop.gcflf.org [https://shop.gcflf.org/] Got a Question? Text me and I will answer it on air! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2443755/open_sms] Connect with us on Instagram: @vettovisionarypodcast [https://www.instagram.com/vettovisionarypodcast/?hl=en] Are you Veteran or Visionary? We want to amplify you. Be my next Guest Star www.vettovisionarypod.com [https://www.vettovisionarypod.com/] Remember" Being Great ain't up for Debate!

The Rosie Network’s Impact: Stephanie Brown on Empowering Veterans and Military Spouses to Thrive in Business

In this episode of the Vet to Visionary podcast, Stephanie Brown, CEO & Founder of The Rosie Network and the U.S. Military Spouse Chamber of Commerce stops by the Command Suite and talks with Reka about the challenges faced by military entrepreneurs, the importance of mentorship, and discusses the creation of an ecosystem for veteran entrepreneurs. The conversation emphasizes the impact of collective efforts in supporting military families. Stephanie is a Visionary and Trailblazer in military entrepreneurship, having testified before the Joint Congressional Small Business and Veterans Affairs Committees. She's been featured on top national news platforms like FOX Business, CBS, NPR, Business Insider, and Woman’s Day Magazine, to name a few. As the CEO of the Military Spouse Chamber of Commerce, she developed the groundbreaking Military Spouse-Owned Enterprise Certification (MSEC), collaborating with corporate giants such as DISNEY, USAA, and AT&T to amplify military spouse-owned businesses. Stay Connected: The Rosie Network [https://www.therosienetwork.org/] Follow on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/therosienetwork/?hl=en] Got a Question? Text me and I will answer it on air! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2443755/open_sms] Connect with us on Instagram: @vettovisionarypodcast [https://www.instagram.com/vettovisionarypodcast/?hl=en] Are you Veteran or Visionary? We want to amplify you. Be my next Guest Star www.vettovisionarypod.com [https://www.vettovisionarypod.com/] Remember" Being Great ain't up for Debate!