Leveraging Military Experience in the Business World With Austin Holmes, CEO of Signal Raptor
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Austin Holmes is the CEO of Signal Raptor and President of Publicity for Good. A serial entrepreneur, he played a key role in scaling his wife Heather Holmes’ PR firm, growing their monthly revenue from $12,000 to $163,000. Previously serving as a Naval Special Operations EOD tech, he brings a disciplined, systems-focused approach to his current roles. Austin engages in various ventures, including digital media, e-commerce, and the food industry, and co-founded Press Demand, a SaaS platform for media pitching. He is also a dedicated father with a purpose-driven philosophy and a passion for accessible PR.
In this episode…Entrepreneurship requires a unique blend of honesty, continuous improvement, and a desire to make the world better. But how can military experience translate into successful business leadership?
According to Austin Holmes, CEO of Signal Raptor and President of Publicity for Good, the transition from military to entrepreneurship can be challenging, but it provides valuable skills in operational planning, organizational management, and leadership. Austin has transitioned into his current role after serving as a Naval Special Operations EOD tech. He highlights that those skills, combined with a mission-driven focus and the ability to build strong teams, can be crucial in scaling businesses and developing innovative solutions in various industries.
On this episode of the Top Business Leaders Show, Rise25's Chad Franzen welcomes Austin Holmes, the CEO of Signal Raptor CEO, for a conversation about his journey from Naval Special Operations to successful entrepreneur. Austin shares insights on scaling his wife's PR firm, developing a SaaS platform for media pitching, and balancing family life with multiple business ventures. He also discusses the importance of purpose-driven businesses and making PR more accessible through technology.
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