Unarmored Talk
Unarmored Talk
Mario P. Fields - Sergeant Major (Ret.)
When an Army Squad Leader Trades his Rifle for a Business Plan
20 minutes Posted Sep 23, 2025 at 11:00 pm.
Welcome and Introductions
Matthew Kemp's Military to Civilian Journey
Transferable Skills from Infantry Service
Challenges and Growth as an Entrepreneur
The Power of Business Networks
Advice for Transitioning Veterans
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Send us Fan Mail What happens when an Army infantry squad leader swaps his rifle for a business plan? In this episode of Unarmored Talk, I sit down with veteran entrepreneur Matthew Kemp to hear how he went from leading combat missions in Baghdad to building two thriving businesses. Matthew shares how he defied the odds—finishing college in under three years, navigating corporate America, and ultimately breaking free from layoffs and cold calls to launch his own staffing firm during one...