Episode Synopsis "Ep 10- Taking the Risk- Veteran, Entrepreneur, Culture Consultant, and Bunker Labs City Lead"

You will be inspired by this interview of Valerie Rivera, Air Force Veteran turned CEO of Take Back Work. Val's story is why I'm doing this podcast...She is someone we can all learn from and emulate with her tenacity and positive attitude throughout everything she does. The story of Val creating her own job in the Air Force as a Command Culture Consultant, is a model for anyone who sees themselves as and "intrapreneur." Her story of leaving the Air Force and venturing into the unknown of achieving her MBA and launching her own endeavor of Take Back Work will challenge you to go after your dreams no matter the obstacles.  Val now has concurrently taken on an endeavor brings a pathway to entrepreneurship for Veterans. If you haven't heard of Bunker Labs, you should check them out. Val is now the city lead for Omaha, NE Bunker Labs as it launches later this year.  Here's a clip from her website: Valerie is on a mission to help organizations create workplace cultures where people thrive. Above all, she loves the thrill of seeing people come to life at work – with renewed purpose, engagement, and initiative. Valerie incorporates best practices in organizational behavior, design thinking, and coaching for change that sticks, and partners with clients to develop practical strategies tailored to their needs. So Lean In with me and be inspired by Val Rivera. To connect with Val and learn more about her projects go to Take Back Work

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