Best Execucom Podcasts (2024)

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Buy Wins Not Products with Justin Fanelli, CTO of The United States Navy 41:39

24h ago41:39

41:39

In this episode of Building the Base, our hosts Lauren Bedula and Hondo Guerts dive in with Justin Fanelli CTO of the United States Navy. The conversation revolved around the defense industry, digital transformation in government, and the importance of professional curiosity and humility in private-public partnerships. Some of the major takeaways i…

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Cybersecurity Is National Security with Dmitri Alperovitch 40:04

15d ago40:04

40:04

In this episode of "Building the Base," hosts Lauren Bedula and Hondo Geurts sit down with cybersecurity expert and entrepreneur Dmitri Alperovitch. Dmitri shares his journey from immigrating to the United States from Russia to co-founding CrowdStrike, a leading cybersecurity company. He discusses the insights from his new book, "World on the Brink…

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Venture Meets Mission with Arun Gupta 45:36

29d ago45:36

45:36

In this episode of Building The Base, Hosts Lauren Bedula and Hondo Geurts dive in with Arun Gupta venture Capitalist, CEO of the Noble Reach Foundation and Author of "Venture Meets Mission". They Discuss the growing trend of mission-driven entrepreneurship and the need for collaboration between government agencies and entrepreneurs to create posit…

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Decision Intelligence and AI with Priceline Co Founder Paul Breitenbach 36:30

1M ago36:30

36:30

In this episode of Building the Base, Lauren Bedula and Hondo Geurts chat with Paul Breitenbach, co-founder of Priceline and founder of R4, a company focused on AI technology. Paul shares his journey from being a musician in New Jersey to a successful tech entrepreneur, highlighting his unconventional path into computer science. He emphasizes the i…

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Adapting to Change with Niloofar Razi Howe 30:43

2M ago30:43

30:43

In this episode of Building The Base our Host Lauren Bedula and Hondo Geurts dive into a compelling conversation with Nilooofar Razi Howe, a prominent investor, executive, and entrepreneur. Niloo shares her remarkable journey from navigating revolutions as a child to becoming deeply involved in cybersecurity and technology innovation, particularly …

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Digital Partner Collaboration with UK LTC Tuni Masi 24:15

2M ago24:15

24:15

In this episode of the Digital Warfighting Series with CENTCOM, the focus is on the digital aspect of partnered operations, particularly exploring international components. Lieutenant Colonel Tuni Massey, a British Army Officer embedded within the US Central Command’s J6 branch, discusses the role of the Collaborative Partner Environment (CPE) in f…

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Digital Combatant Command Coordination, with BG John Cogbill 26:13

3M ago26:13

26:13

In this episode of the "Digital Warfighting Series with CENTCOM,"co-hosts Lauren Bedula and Hondo Geurts sit down with Brigadier General John Cogbill from CENTCOM to explore the strategic implications of digital transformation in modern warfare. From operationalizing the commander's vision to fostering a culture of innovation, Brigadier General Cog…

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Digital Air Combat Operations with Col Garrett "Nails" Hogan 23:26

3M ago23:26

23:26

In this episode of the "Digital Warfighting Series with CENTCOM," co-hosts Lauren Bedula and Hondo Geurts welcome Colonel Garrett Hogan, callsign "Nails," to discuss technology and innovation in supporting the mission of US Central Command (CENTCOM). Colonel Hogan, with 20 years of experience as an electronic warfare officer, currently serves as th…

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Digital Counter-UAS Operations with COL Molly Solsbury 25:19

3M ago25:19

25:19

In this episode of the Digital Warfighting Series with CENTCOM, co-hosts Hondo Geurts and Lauren Bedula are joined by Colonel Molly Solsbury to delve into the digital side of counter UAS (Unmanned Aerial Systems). Col. Solsbury, Commander of the 513 Military Intelligence Brigade, shares her journey into the Army, the focus of her unit on the Middle…

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Intro - Digital Warfare Series : U.S. CENTCOM 8:09

3M ago8:09

8:09

In this kickoff episode of the Special Four Part Series, "Digital Warfighting Series with CENTCOM," our Hosts Lauren and Hondo chat with Schuyler Moore, the Chief Technology Officer of Central Command (CENTCOM). Schuyler puts in context the ongoing digital transformation efforts within CENTCOM as a prelude to the four episodes which follow in this …

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Picking Winners w/ Trae Stephens , Co- Founder Anduril 39:44

3M ago39:44

39:44

“If you create opportunities, and don't pick winners, then there are no winners, and then the capital runs away, the founders that are interested in the market run away, and you end up right back where you started” - Trae Stephens In this episode of the Building the Base podcast, hosts Lauren Bedula and Hondo Geurts interview Trae Stephens, the co-…

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Jim Hake, CEO and Founder - Spirit of America 25:47

7M ago25:47

25:47

I love starting things. I love ideas, I love creating. And America provides the best opportunity for the realization of human potential there is. - Jim Hake . In this episode of "Building the Base," hosts Lauren Bedula and Hondo Geurts welcome Jim Hake, the founder of Spirit of America, a unique nonprofit organization. The podcast delves into Jim's…

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Honorable Dana Deasy Former Department of Defense Chief Information Officer (DoD CIO) 35:57

7M ago35:57

35:57

"The DOD is designed to give responsibility down to the lowest level, and that is the complexity that must be solved for. But we are never going to move with speed if we keep it down at the lowest common denominator." - Dana Deasy In this episode of "Building the Base," hosts Lauren Bedula and Hondo Geurts welcome special guest Dana Deasy, former D…

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Shelly O'Neill Stoneman, SVP Government Affairs Lockheed Martin 31:04

8M ago31:04

31:04

"It's not de-globalization; it's being really thoughtful about which allies and partners to use, and perhaps even 'friend-shoring'...thinking clearly about which allies and partners to use." - Shelly O'Neill Stoneman In this episode of Building the Base, Lauren Bedula and Hondo Geurts welcome Shelly O'Neill Stoneman, Senior Vice President of Govern…

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Gen. Joe Anderson , President & CEO Rafael Systems Global 32:46

8M ago32:46

32:46

In this episode of Building the Base, hosts Lauren Bedula and Hondo Geurts welcome General Joe Anderson, former Deputy Chief of Staff of the Army, G-3/5/7, and current President and CEO of Rafael Systems USA, a defense company specializing in advanced defense systems. General Anderson shares his journey into the military, driven by a family traditi…

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Karen Dahut, CEO Google Public Sector 37:44

9M ago37:44

37:44

In this episode of Building The Base, hosts Lauren Bedula and Hondo Geurts sit down with Karen Dahut, the CEO of Google Public Sector, to explore her incredible journey from the Navy to leading Google's public sector business. Karen shares her story, highlighting the influence of her parents' service and her personal dedication to making a differen…

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Lauren Knausenberger, Former US Air Force CIO 41:49

9M ago41:49

41:49

In this episode of Building the Base Laruen Bedula and Hondo Geurts chat with, former Chief Information Officer of the Air Force, Lauren Knausenberger. Lauren shares her journey from the private sector to government service and her experiences in driving innovation and collaboration between the tech industry and the Department of Defense (DOD). She…

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Balan Ayyar, Founder & CEO Percipient.AI 45:16

10M ago45:16

45:16

In episode one of Building the Base, hosts Lauren Bedula and Hondo Geurts chat with Balan Ayyar, retired US Air Force General Officer and now CEO of Percipient AI, a Silicon Valley-based artificial intelligence and machine learning firm. Balan's unique background, spanning military service, government IT, and startup leadership, provides valuable i…

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Katherine Boyle, General Partner Andreessen Horowitz 35:39

10M ago35:39

35:39

In this week's episode of Building the Base, hosts Lauren Bedula and Hondo Geurts are joined by Katherine Boyle from Andreessen Horowitz. Katherine, a general partner at Andreessen, leads the American dynamism practice, which focuses on national security, aerospace, defense, public safety, housing, education, and industrial sectors. Katherine discu…

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Nand Mulchandani, Chief Technology Officer at the CIA 30:58

11M ago30:58

30:58

In this podcast episode, Nand, a former founder and now a representative of the intelligence community, shares valuable insights on the intersection of the private and public sectors in the realm of national security. He emphasizes the need for better communication between startups and intelligence agencies, highlighting the challenge of understand…

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Whitney McNamara & Pete Modigliani , Beacon Global Strategies 41:29

12M ago41:29

41:29

The podcast features Lauren Bedula, Hondo Geurts, Whitney McNamara and Pete Modigliani discussing national security, the future of innovation in Natsec and how the private industry can support the growth of the industrial network. Whitney & Pete are both members of the Atlantic Council and share their experience in both Government service and in th…

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Mike Brown, Former Director of the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) 36:34

12M ago36:34

36:34

The podcast features Lauren Bedula, Hondo Geurts, and Michael Brown discussing national security and public/private partnerships. Mike Brown, a former CEO and director of DIU, shares his experience in the private sector and government, highlighting the threat landscape related to China's investment in early-stage companies. He emphasizes the need f…

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Biz Peabody, Director of Defense Policy & Business Development at Shield AI, Cameron McCord, Head of Defense at Saildrone, and Akhil Iyer, Vice President at Shield Capital 37:43

1y ago37:43

37:43

In this podcast, Lauren and Hondo engage in a conversation with three guests, Cameron McCord, Biz Peabody, and Akhil Iyer, discussing topics related to national security and public/private partnerships. The guests share insights on managing deadlines, staying fresh, and finding ways to de-stress in challenging situations. They emphasize the importa…

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Jason Rathje, Director of the Office for Strategic Capital 30:21

1y ago30:21

30:21

In this podcast, Jason Rathje, the new director of the DoD Office of Strategic Capital, discusses the importance of public-private partnerships in the context of national security. He shares his background and pivotal moments that motivated his work in the Department of Defense. The Office of Strategic Capital aims to maintain the Department of Def…

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Billy Thalheimer, CEO and Founder of Regent Craft 28:06

1y ago28:06

28:06

In this episode, Hondo, Lauren, and Billy discuss the intersection of national security and public/private cooperation. They delve into the development of a full-scale sea glider prototype that can carry humans, highlighting the importance of de-risking and proving the viability of new technologies. Billy emphasizes the need for private companies t…

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#118 USAF Veteran Susan Maly CEO, Maly Strategies 49:48

1y ago49:48

49:48

Comparison is the Destroyer of Joy – Susan Maly Todays episode features Susan Maly an USAF Veteran, Entrepreneur, Author and Athlete. She shares her message of keeping things Simple and how to gracefully be bad at something long enough to get good at it. Our comparison to others is Ego dressed as Judgement and Fear. It is the thief of our happiness…

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Debbie James, Former Secretary of the Air Force 36:13

1y ago36:13

36:13

In this week’s episode of Building the Base, Hondo and Lauren join Debbie James, former Secretary of the Air Force, to discuss the future of the defense industrial network. Secretary James discusses changes in national security, including the prevalence of software in DoD operations and the importance of diversity in the workforce. The Secretary id…

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Bilal Zuberi General Partner at Lux Capital 47:35

1y ago47:35

47:35

In this week’s episode of Building the Base, Hondo and Lauren join Bilal Zuberi to discuss the future of the defense industrial network. Bilal Zuberi is an experienced investor and current partner at Lux Capital with a passion for using technology to solve complex problems. He has worked adjacent to the national security industry and is committed t…

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Suzette Kent, Former Federal CIO and CEO of Kent Advisory Services 36:01

1y ago36:01

36:01

In this week’s episode of Building the Base, Hondo and Lauren join Suzette Kent to discuss the future of the defense industrial network. Kent’s impressive background across the public and private sectors has given her the unique ability to understand a wide range of perspectives, spanning a variety of industries. During her time as Federal CIO, she…

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Schuyler Moore, Chief Technology Officer U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) 31:24

1+ y ago31:24

31:24

In this week’s episode of Building the Base, Hondo and Lauren join Schuyler Moore to discuss the future of the defense industrial network. Schuyler’s impressive and varied background across the public and private sectors has given her a powerful perspective regarding the defense industrial base. Her experiences in Afghanistan led her to understand …

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Raanan Horowitz, Chief Executive Officer of Elbit Systems of America 35:17

1+ y ago35:17

35:17

In this week’s episode of Building the Base, Hondo and Lauren join Raanan Horowitz, Chief Executive Officer of Elbit Systems of America, to discuss the future of the defense industrial network. Raanan's varied portfolio in key industries of the future industrial network and former military experience has made him an advocate for an engaged dialogue…

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Brian Schimpf, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Anduril Industries 40:44

1+ y ago40:44

40:44

In this week’s episode of Building the Base, Hondo and Lauren join Brian Schimpf, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Anduril Industries, to discuss the future of the defense industrial network. Brian’s educational background as an industrial engineer, pioneer in automation and AI, and formative professional experiences at Palantir Technologi…

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Congressman Joe Courtney, Second Congressional District of Connecticut in the House of Representatives 37:52

1+ y ago37:52

37:52

Don't miss this week’s episode of Building the Base, we're hosting Congressman Joe Courtney, representing Connecticut’s 2nd Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives to discuss topics around the future of the defense industrial network, workforce development and defense spending. Learn more about Congressman Courtney’s extensive b…

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#117 Monday Mindset - How to Practice RAIN by Tara Brach. Replace those limiting Beliefs that are paralyzing your relationships and success 11:40

1+ y ago11:40

11:40

R.A.I.N Recognize, Allow, Investigate & Nature. How to practice RAIN and Replace. Learn exactly what to do to start shifting those paralyzing negative thoughts into super powers Today ! Get More great Ideas like this right to your inbox with our Whole Human Newsletter. SIGN UP HERE TODAY! - Dream BIG. Live WELL. Get a FREE Whoop 4.0 and $30 OFF wit…

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Frank Finelli , Managing Director - Defense and Aerospace, The Carlyle Group 35:20

1+ y ago35:20

35:20

In this week’s episode of Building the Base, Hondo and Lauren join Frank Finelli to discuss the future of the defense industrial network. Frank’s varied experiences in the military, on Capitol Hill, and in the private sector have given him a unique lens through which to view the future industrial network and a thorough grasp of the processes of the…

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Rep. Elissa Slotkin Michigan's 7th Congressional District 27:49

1+ y ago27:49

27:49

In this week’s episode of Building the Base, Hondo and Lauren join Representative Elissa Slotkin of Michigan’s 7th District to discuss the future of the defense industrial network. Elissa’s experience in a locally known family business in Michigan and her extended career in national security and defense makes her a strong advocate for public-privat…

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Shyam Sankar COO, Palantir Technologies Inc 20:52

1+ y ago20:52

20:52

In this week’s episode of Building the Base, Hondo and Lauren join Shyam Shankar, Chief Operating Officer of Palantir, to discuss the future of the defense industrial network. Shyam’s experience in Palantir and Silicon Valley pushes him to advocate for better use of the US’s strong tech sector in the national security realm. He emphasizes building …

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Steffanie B. Easter, First Civilian Director of Navy Staff Office of Chief of Naval Operations & former Principal Deputy Acting Assistant Secretary of the Army for Acquisition Logistics and Technology 35:35

1+ y ago35:35

35:35

In this week’s episode of Building the Base, Hondo and Lauren join Steffanie Easter, Senior Vice President and Chief Sustainability Officer at Cobham Advanced Electronic Solutions, to discuss the future of the defense industrial network. Steffanie’s vast experience in acquisition across the services leads her to emphasize the need for communication…

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Lieutenant General Michael Groen, former Commander of the DoD Joint Artificial Intelligence Center 43:08

1+ y ago43:08

43:08

In this week’s episode of Building the Base, BENS hosts Hondo Geurts and Lauren Bedula join Lieutenant General Michael Groen, U.S. Marine Coprs (Ret.), former commander of the DoD Joint Artificial Intelligence Center, to discuss the future of the defense industrial network. General Groen specifies the necessity of consistent collaboration between o…

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#116 Monday Mindset | Stop Negative Affirmations ...I love and Approve of Myself 9:45

1+ y ago9:45

9:45

I am Statements.... How often are you giving yourself Negative Affirmations and not even thinking about it?? I love and approve of myself. If you cringed when you read that then this episode is for you. Get More great Ideas like this right to your inbox with our Whole Human Newsletter. SIGN UP HERE TODAY! - Dream BIG. Live WELL. The Whole Human Met…

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The Honorable Ellen M. Lord, former Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment 46:58

1+ y ago46:58

46:58

In this week’s episode of Building the Base, Hondo and Lauren join The Honorable Ellen M. Lord, former Undersecretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment, to discuss the future of the defense industrial network. Ellen emphasizes the necessity of frequent and rich communications between Congress and the Department of Defense to properly budge…

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#115 Monday Mindset | When I am in your head I am out of my Mind 7:54

1+ y ago7:54

7:54

When I am in your head I am out of my Mind... Letting Go of the Thoughts, Actions, and Opinions of others Acceptance is the Answer, Get More great Ideas like this right to your inbox with our Whole Human Newsletter. SIGN UP HERE TODAY! - Dream BIG. Live WELL. The Whole Human Method is a guide for expanding our Minds and Careers. Get insights and ta…

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Secretary Leon Panetta , Former Secretary of Defense, Director of the CIA, and White House Chief of Staff 29:35

1+ y ago29:35

29:35

In this week’s episode of Building the Base, Hondo and Lauren join Secretary Leon Panetta, founder of the Panetta Institute and former CIA director and Secretary of Defense, to discuss the future of the defense industrial network. Secretary Panetta emphasizes the necessity of a strong defense industrial base to ensure we are the strongest global mi…

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#114 Monday Mindset | Avoid Spiritual Bankruptcy and Thrive with These 5 Daily Questions 8:06

1+ y ago8:06

8:06

These are the 5 questions to ask ourselves Daily to grow mentally, spiritually , and physically. Get More great Ideas like this right to your inbox with our Whole Human Newsletter. SIGN UP HERE TODAY! - Dream BIG. Live WELL. The Whole Human Method is a guide for expanding our Minds and Careers. Get insights and tangible exercises that Improve our C…

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#113 Asma Paigeer - Escaped the Taliban and Worked with US Forces to save 147 Young women from captivity 1:25:32

1+ y ago1:25:32

1:25:32

Get Inspiring Messages, Emotional Fitness techniques and more great Ideas like this right to your inbox with our Whole Human Newsletter. SIGN UP HERE TODAY! - Dream BIG. Live WELL. The Whole Human Method is a guide for expanding our Minds and Careers. Get insights and tangible exercises that Improve our Careers, Relationships, Performance, Producti…

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Congressman Michael John Gallagher, U.S. Representative for Wisconsin’s 8th Congressional District 52:15

1+ y ago52:15

52:15

In this week’s episode of Building the Base, Hondo and Lauren talk with Michael John Gallagher, U.S. Representative for Wisconsin’s 8th Congressional District to discuss the future of the defense industrial network. Throughout the podcast, Representative Gallagher touches on the role of increased automation in cutting edge technology, investing in …

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#112 Monday Mindset | STOP Self Sabotaging 9:30

1+ y ago9:30

9:30

“Nothing will sabotage our happiness and success more thoroughly than the fear that we are not enough.” – Bill Crawford Get More great Ideas like this right to your inbox with our Whole Human Newsletter. SIGN UP HERE TODAY! - Dream BIG. Live WELL. The Whole Human Method is a guide for expanding our Minds and Careers. Get insights and tangible exerc…

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Ted Schlein, Chairman and General Partner Ballistic Ventures and General Partner, Kleiner Perkins 46:46

1+ y ago46:46

46:46

In this week’s episode of Building the Base, Hondo and Lauren join Ted Schlein, Chairman & General Partner, Ballistic Ventures and General Partner, Kleiner Perkins to discuss the future of the defense industrial network. Throughout the podcast, Ted touches on inefficiencies within the defense industrial base regarding its acquisition of cybersecuri…

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The Honorable Katrina McFarland, Former Acting Assistant Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Logistics & Technology 35:12

2y ago35:12

35:12

In this week’s episode of Building the Base, Katrina McFarland, Former Acting Assistant Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Logistics, and Technology joins our own Hondo Geurts and Lauren Bedula to discuss supply chain security, maintaining the technological competitive edge, and cultivating talent in the national security workforce. Ms. McFarla…

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#111 Monday Mindset| Mindfullness, Meditation and Manifesting with Emily Fletcher 12:38

2y ago12:38

12:38

The 3 M's - Mindfullness, Meditation, and Manifestation Full Clip from todays episode here : How Mindfulness, Meditation & Manifesting Can Improve Your Life | Emily Fletcher Get More great Ideas like this right to your inbox with our Whole Human Newsletter. SIGN UP HERE TODAY! - Dream BIG. Live WELL. The Whole Human Method is a guide for expanding …

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