In this powerful episode of the Veterans Growing America Podcast, hosts Coach R.L. Simmons and Donnell Johns sit down with U.S. Army Veteran, CEO, speaker, mental health advocate, and branding expert Olivia Nunn — the dynamic founder of Olivia Nunn Communications.

Olivia shares her raw and inspiring journey from Army officer to accidental entrepreneur, revealing how her military service, unexpected personal hardships, and desire to uplift the veteran community shaped the brand and business she leads today.

She dives deep into:

Her 20-year Army career and time as the voice of Soldier for Life
How a life-changing divorce sparked her entrepreneurial journey
Building a personal brand rooted in storytelling, strategy, and authenticity
The real mental health struggles many veterans face behind the highlight reel
Why she advocates for minority veterans, military spouses, and women in uniform
The power of pageantry and femininity in healing and rediscovery
Her top resources for aspiring veteran entrepreneurs

🔑 Key Takeaways:

Military leadership naturally equips veterans for business — discipline, resilience, and grit are transferable skills.
Entrepreneurship often begins by accident, but growth requires intention, mentorship, and mindset.
Your story is your brand — people connect to authenticity, not just products.
Olivia's business evolved as she grew — learning to target the right client is part of the journey.
The veteran community faces invisible challenges—mental health, food insecurity, childcare barriers—and we must continue to tell those stories.
Representation matters. Supporting minority-led veteran initiatives like VGA helps build an equitable entrepreneurial ecosystem.

📣 Connect with Olivia Nunn:
🌐 https://www.olivianunn.com
📱 Instagram: @the_olivianunn
💼 LinkedIn: Olivia Nunn
🎧 Stay tuned for her new podcast launching Fall 2025!

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