Service After Service: Valerie Lavin on Leadership, Transition, and Purpose Beyond the Uniform

Valerie Lavin joins the VET S.O.S. Network to dive into what it truly means to serve after military service ends. A retired U.S. Army First Sergeant turned entrepreneur and nonprofit leader, Valerie shares hard truths about military transition, leadership identity, and finding purpose beyond the uniform.

In this episode, we explore:
• The hidden realities veterans face after retirement
• Why leadership doesn’t stop when service ends
• Entrepreneurship as a path to continued impact
• The unique challenges facing women veterans
• Redefining success, service, and legacy

Whether you're navigating military transition, building a mission-driven business, or searching for your next chapter, this conversation delivers clear, actionable insight to help you move forward with purpose.

Valerie Lavin is a retired U.S. Army First Sergeant, founder of Luminary Global, and co-founder of Action Zone. She is a national advocate for veterans, military spouses, and first responders, focused on leadership, preparedness, and service beyond the uniform.

The VET S.O.S. Network connects veterans, spouses, and service members with real resources and real people who want to see you thrive.

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