From Service to Success: How Veterans Are Changing The Game
According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, veterans own more than 1.9 million businesses, employing nearly 5.5 million Americans.
This Veterans Day, we celebrate Alignable’s exceptional Group Leaders and Ambassadors who exemplify the resilience, integrity, and commitment honed during their military service.
Notably, these individuals are also Alignable contest winners, recognized for their exceptional contributions to their communities.
Jason Integrity (Founder, IntegrityGO)
"My journey from the military to entrepreneurship was fueled by a drive to make a real, lasting impact. In the military, you learn to focus on mission clarity and discipline, which transitioned naturally into the principles of sales and business development. The principles of integrity, resilience, and adaptability I learned in service have become the backbone of how I run my business. Serving my community means equipping other entrepreneurs, especially veterans, with tools and knowledge that help them succeed without losing themselves in the process. Veterans Day, for me, is about honoring the past while looking forward, using the strength and skills I developed in the Army to make a tangible difference in my community today."
Jeanette Jordan (Founder, Creations of the Heart Art)
“What inspired me to start my business was a class called Boots to Business, and I got inspired to create for my PTSD. The military did shape me because it's hard work, and I don't quit for anything. I will succeed with God on my side. My leadership skills were taught to me in the military, but customer service is what is needed to have happy customers. Veterans Day is a great day to be appreciated for all we did in the army, and I love giving discounts on that day.”
George Scott (Founder, Business Consulting Solutions, LLC)
“Service to others and beyond one’s self is what being in any branch of the military is all about. That led me to adapt that thinking to all aspects of my life. Determination and perseverance are needed to achieve success in almost any endeavor—especially in the military and self-employment. The leadership principles I learned in Officer Candidate School (OCS) at 21 have remained with me to this day. Regardless of the branch in which we served, there is a brotherhood/sisterhood between us all that can’t be duplicated."
Todd Mitchell (Founder, CyberSecurity4biz, LLC)
“My best friend inspired me to start a business to fill a gap in the cybersecurity available to small business owners. My military experience gave me the vision and mission to find a niche and fill it. I am more driven by the mission of helping people than I am of making money. I still take every opportunity to improve on leadership skills. I currently work alone but am still a leader for my clients who expect me to guide them. I feel committed to the mission of helping other veterans achieve their dreams.”
We are deeply grateful for veterans like Jason, Jeanette, George, and Todd, who bring the same dedication and integrity to their businesses as they did in uniform.
Their stories remind us of the extraordinary contributions veterans make in the entrepreneurial world.
This Veterans Day, we honor all veteran members and thank you for your unique strength, leadership, and resilience. 💙
Editor's Note: If you're a veteran, you should join one of our Groups for members who've served in the military and their families -- to meet and connect with more people who share your experience. Here is a link to those groups.