Owners In Honor

11/10/2025

See you there!!

08/22/2025

:sparkles: Excited to be with Owners in Honor™ at the VanDyk Mortgage 2025 Fly-In: Next Level Power Up conference in Muskegon!

Grateful for the opportunity to connect with Ron, Johnathon and so many inspiring mortgage leaders at the Delta Hotels & VanDyk Mortgage Convention Center.

One highlight: hearing from Ron Vaimberg, a true industry icon whose career spans from top-producing mortgage broker to one of the most in-demand trainers and keynote speakers in the U.S., Canada, and Australia. Ron’s passion for empowering professionals, his proven strategies for growth, and his commitment to giving back to communities including veterans make him a powerhouse voice in the mortgage industry.

At Owners in Honor™, we believe in building bridges between industries and veteran entrepreneurs and being part of this event is another step in fueling collaboration, growth, and opportunity.
Thank you, VanDyk Mortgage, for hosting such an energizing and impactful event. Here’s to taking business and mission-driven impact to the next level!

07/12/2025

Event Snapshot – July 11, 2025
We hit the range—but the real target was legacy.
Huge thanks to:
Josh Watson @ Triad InfoSec – event host
Mike Mallon @ Storyteller Promotions – sponsor
Honor Cafe – food + unmatched community support
This wasn’t just shooting—it was strengthening the bond between service and ownership.
📍Next up: Houston | February 2026
🎯 Operator Support Shoot
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Supporters + sponsors: THIS is what your impact fuels. Let’s keep going. 🇺🇸

07/12/2025

📍Next up: Houston | February 2026
🎯 Operator Support Shoot
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07/08/2025

From the battlefield to the boardroom Patrick Flood is redefining what it means to lead.

Episode 52 of Lesser Known Operators features none other than Patrick Flood, MBA, former Green Beret Officer, Purple Heart recipient, and the Founder & CEO of Owners in Honor.

Patrick’s journey is anything but conventional. From combat zones to company acquisitions and even a stint in acting his mission remains the same: empowering veterans to become business owners through acquisition, mentorship, and purpose.

Through Owners in Honor, Patrick is building a national movement equipping post-9/11 veterans to take command of small businesses, preserve local economies, and create long-term wealth for their families.

🎧 Don’t miss this episode.
Listen to how one veteran is turning service into ownership and helping hundreds of others do the same.

07/08/2025

🎖️ The Smartest Operators Aren’t in B-Schools—They’re Coming Out of Uniform

In the world of private equity, search funds, and ETA, we often look to MBA grads for our next operators. It’s a model that works. But it’s not the only model.

There’s a new generation of CEOs showing up—not from case studies or boardrooms—but from combat zones, command centers, and deployments. Veterans.

They’re not here as a gesture.

They’re here because they deliver.

🧠 Operational discipline.
💡 Calm under fire.
🛠️ Ex*****on over ego.
🫡 Mission-first leadership.

They’re not building culture decks—they’re building trust.

They’re not chasing shiny tools—they’re making systems work.

At Owners in Honor, we help veterans step into ownership—not just employment. They’re quietly transforming industries like logistics, manufacturing, facilities, and construction.

This isn’t a feel-good story.

It’s a strategic advantage.

💬 “It wasn’t a question of if I could lead a business. The question was whether I could learn the mechanics. But the leadership? That was already there.”

Veterans won’t always make the B-school case studies—but they’re outperforming where it counts.

Not a sentiment play.

A leadership strategy worth betting on.

🔗 Learn more at ownersinhonor.org and read the full article by OIH Advisory Board Member Genine Fallon.

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By Genine Fallon | For Owners in Honor In private equity, small business acquisition, and the search fund world, the playbook is familiar: raise capital, buy a business, take the reins as CEO. The path often runs through top-tier MBA programs, where the next generation of operators sharpen their str

05/08/2025

You didn’t serve alone. Don’t search alone.

Tonight’s Tampa Fireside Chat sponsored by / First Internet Bank was more than just an event, it was a formation. A powerful reminder that when veterans transition from service to business ownership, they should never walk that path alone.

Owners in Honor™ exists to ensure they don’t have to. We connect veteran entrepreneurs to capital, mentorship, and real businesses ready to be led with discipline, integrity, and grit.

Thank you to our incredible panelists, moderator, and every attendee who showed up, spoke up, and stood up for the future of veteran-owned businesses.

Moderated by:
Deb Diller, MS , CEO of SejacnAI

Panelists:
Rebecca Smith, PMP, CMAP– M&A Consultant, Trelus
Matt Warrick
Michael Shea PA – Partner, / Transworld Business Advisors
Alan Peterson – VP, First Internet Bank
David Ruhlig – Senior Managing Director, / LCG Advisors
Sam Knox – Founder, / Winning Creative
Patrick Flood – Founder & CEO, Owners in Honor™

Together, we’re changing how America transitions its heroes—from the battlefield to Main Street.

04/14/2025

Veteran Entrepreneurs: Built to Adapt in Turbulent Times

In a rapidly changing market, business owners often feel overwhelmed. But veterans know how to stay calm, adapt, and lead under pressure. After all, if no one’s shooting at you, the rest is manageable. Their resilience and mission-focused mindset help companies pivot quickly, innovate, and power through uncertainty.

At Owners in Honor, we connect retiring business owners with these adaptable leaders who can safeguard and grow a legacy. If you’re ready to secure your company’s future—or support veterans on this journey—visit ownersinhonor.org to donate or explore how selling your business to a veteran might be your best move. Let’s thrive together, even in turbulent times.

04/09/2025

Two missions. One movement.

We’re teaming up with Clearly Acquired to help Veterans buy and run small businesses through top-tier tech and trusted support.
Because those who’ve served deserve to lead.

🔗 Read more on our blog by clicking the Blog Link in our bio.

03/08/2025

Honoring Women Veterans on International Women’s Day

Today, we celebrate the incredible women who have worn the uniform, served with honor, and continue to lead in and out of the military. Women veterans have broken barriers, redefined leadership, and shown resilience in every challenge they face.

At Owners in Honor, we recognize and support women veterans who are shaping the future—whether in business, leadership, or service to their communities. Your courage, strength, and dedication inspire us all.

Tag a woman veteran who inspires you! Let’s give them the recognition they deserve.

03/06/2025

Visit the link in our bio to donate! Calvin, founder of Vets & Valor, is partnering with Owners in Honor to raise money to help provide services for veterans to become business owners. He is doing a full Ironman in Chattanooga, TN on September 28th, 2025 to raise awareness for resources needed by veterans. His goal is to raise $30,000.

02/24/2025

🚨 Exciting News! 🚨

Please join us in welcoming as the new Director of Development at Owners in Honor! 🎉 Theresa brings a passion for empowering veterans through Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition (ETA) and is committed to providing the mentorship, resources, and strategic support needed to help service members transition into successful business ownership. With her leadership, we’re continuing our mission to guide veterans through the business acquisition process—ensuring they build sustainable careers and lasting legacies in the civilian world. Join us in congratulating Theresa on her new role! 👏 🎊