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Ep. 176 From Entrepreneur to Executive Coach: Nick Lodestro on Leadership and Private Equity

Ep. 176 From Entrepreneur to Executive Coach: Nick Lodestro on Leadership and Private Equity

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In this episode of TheMilVet Podcast, host Beau Higgins welcomes back Nick Lodestro, Executive Coach at The Military Veteran, entrepreneur, and former U.S. Marine Corps officer, for a candid conversation about leadership, entrepreneurship, private equity, and the personal evolution that comes after building and scaling a successful business.He shares how he co-founded and scaled a veterinary hospital platform from a small startup into a thriving private equity-backed business through multiple recapitalizations, all while staying committed to one principle above all else: culture.Nick explains why culture-not contracts, technology, or operational efficiencies-is the ultimate competitive advantage in any business. Drawing on lessons from the Marine Corps, he discusses how mission, values, and servant leadership shaped the company's growth strategy and helped differentiate it in an increasingly competitive industry.The conversation also explores Nick's difficult decision to step away as CEO after realizing the demands of leadership were pulling him away from the life he wanted with his family. Through honest reflection, he discusses the identity shift from operator to advisor, the importance of setting boundaries, and how stepping into board leadership and executive coaching has given him a renewed sense of purpose.Today, Nick serves as Executive Coach at The Military Veteran, helping veterans successfully transition into leadership roles within private equity-backed companies. He shares why executive coaching can dramatically improve the success of first-time CEOs, general managers, and senior executives navigating the fast-paced world of private equity.Listeners will gain insight into:Why professional sales is one of the most valuable career experiences for aspiring leaders and entrepreneursHow military leadership translates directly into business successBuilding a company where culture becomes the true competitive advantageScaling a business without sacrificing mission, values, or peopleLessons learned from multiple private equity recapitalizationsHow buy-and-build strategies work in private equityHiring culture carriers and building leadership teams that can scaleThe importance of understanding founder motivations during acquisitionsCommon mistakes entrepreneurs make while growing their companiesWhy founder identity can become tied to the business-and how to navigate letting goThe personal cost of leadership and recognizing when priorities need to changeBalancing ambition, family, and long-term fulfillmentTransitioning from CEO to board member and strategic advisorWhy executive coaching accelerates success for veterans entering private equity-backed businessesHow veterans can leverage their leadership experience in entrepreneurship and executive rolesThe importance of mentorship, networking, and continuous personal developmentCreating lasting impact by investing in the next generation of leadersNick also offers thoughtful perspectives on executive decision-making, scaling organizations through intentional leadership, and why the best leaders eventually shift from being the person with all the answers to empowering others to succeed. His reflections on leadership, family, and purpose provide valuable lessons for founders, executives, veterans, and anyone navigating major career transitions.Whether you're preparing to leave military service, leading a growing company, pursuing entrepreneurship, or interested in private equity and executive leadership, this episode offers practical insights on building organizations that last, leading with purpose, and defining success on your own terms.🔗 Learn more about The Military Veteran🎧 Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube for more conversations helping veterans succeed in business, entrepreneurship, private equity, venture capital, and executive leadership.#TheMilVet #Veterans #MilitaryTransition #Leadership #ExecutiveLeadership #Entrepreneurship #PrivateEquity #ExecutiveCoaching #VeteranCareers #VeteranTransition #BusinessLeadership #CompanyCulture #SalesLeadership #FounderJourney #CEO #BoardLeadership #Mentorship #CareerDevelopment #VeteranSuccess #LifeAfterService #LeadershipDevelopment #PrivateCapital #ScalingBusinesses #ExecutiveCoach #MarineCorps Thanks for listening! Here's how you can find us to continue the conversation:Tweet us at @brendan_aronsonFollow us on Instagram at @themilitaryvetSubscribe to our Weekly Newsletter at https://www.themilvet.org/resources-for-veteransCheck out our video content on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/@themilitaryvet
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