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In this episode of Self-Made is a Myth, Coach Tim Campsall sits down with Doug Heath, the CEO and founder of Bravia Services, a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned business. Doug shares his inspiring journey, from working at a pet store as a young man to leading a thriving company that serves veterans and individuals with disabilities. He opens up about his military experiences, his rise in the corporate world, and the challenges he faced in starting and scaling Bravia Services. Doug also dives into the importance of building a strong, dedicated team, highlighting how strategic leadership and investing in the right people have been key to the company’s success in construction, engineering, and procurement services. This episode is packed with valuable insights on leadership, resilience, and purpose-driven business growth.*What you’ll learn:*- Doug's journey from college dropout to CEO of Bravia Services- The challenges and rewards of growing a mission-driven business for veterans and individuals with disabilities- The importance of building a strong team and investing in leadership for business success*Looking To Scale Your Business:*Did you know that only 9% of businesses make it to $1,000,000 in revenue and less than 1% reach $10,000,000. The hustle and grind that got you to $1,000,000 will not get you beyond it. To scale past the Messy Middle, you need stronger systems, clearer structure, and disciplined execution. Book a Discovery Call to see how our ActionCOACH Business Operating System (ABoS) and coaching help you get unstuck and move toward sustainable scaling so you can achieve your personal dreams and business goals. https://tbcactioncoach.com/discovery-zoom-call/Sign up for our weekly business tips https://tbcactioncoach.com/resources/email-signup/*Jump into the conversation:*(0:00) Meet Doug Heath(3:12) Doug’s Early Work Experiences Across Industries(5:00) Doug’s Journey to Entrepreneurship and Starting Bravia(6:44) The Mission Behind Bravia Services: Helping Veterans(7:17) The Structure of Bravia Services: Three Key Pillars(9:04) Overcoming Early Challenges in Compliance and Scaling(11:01) Building a Strong Team and Leadership(13:02) Doug’s Biggest Learning: Trusting Your Team(17:27) Navigating Business Growth and Hiring Ahead of Revenue(23:28) Advice for Entrepreneurs: Invest in the Right Team and ToolsBorn in Cincinnati to a military family, Doug Heath’s path to entrepreneurship began as an 18-year-old college dropout managing a pet store’s fish department. He joined the National Guard just days before the Gulf War and later used the GI Bill to earn an Engineering Degree from the University of Cincinnati. Doug quickly rose through the corporate ranks to become COO of a global consulting firm, where he scaled operations across the U.S., Europe, and Asia.Driven by a lifelong commitment to his community, Doug founded Bravia Services, a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). Bravia provides engineering-led consulting, staffing, and construction services globally, with a specific mission to uplift veterans and individuals with disabilities. Beyond business, Doug is a civic leader involved with the Indianapolis 500 Festival and has been honored by the Department of Defense with the Patriot and Above and Beyond Awards for his unwavering support of service members.
