Little Big Vets

Jun 17 2024 2

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They’ve overcome the biggest challenges. They’ve pushed through the hardest times. They’ve slogged it out, and come out on top. Welcome to Little Big Vets, the veteran entrepreneurs podcast. In this series Nick Haley, founder of Little Big Tech, speaks with some of the most inspiring and successful people who've left active service and started the next chapter of their life. Starting your own company is a brave and difficult thing to do. This podcast series will show you how it's done. If you’re a veteran entrepreneur with a good story to tell, we’d love to have you on. If you’re leaving the military and you want to get in touch, email [email protected]. If you run a business and you’re looking for an IT company that’s entrepreneurial and forward-thinking, please get in touch.

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