Episode 11 of the The Joe McNeil Podcast features Kris Normand, a 20-year Air Force veteran turned Amazon cloud security professional… and a full-blown golf addict.

In this episode, Kris shares his journey from military life to the corporate world, how golf opened doors through relationships, and what it’s like getting back into the game after multiple back surgeries.

We also dive into:

Playing bucket-list courses like Pinehurst Resort and National Golf Links of America
The reality of golf trips, walking 18+ holes, and battling injuries
Why getting properly fit for clubs actually matters
The mental side of golf… including the “birdie the first hole curse”
Business, entrepreneurship, and launching a new acai bowl concept in San Antonio

If you love golf, leadership, business, and real conversations… this one’s for you.

👉 Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/MfRyAc4XAG4

👉 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2W1Fcn3BKTFhbB5akLxsE1

👉 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-joe-mcneil-podcast/id1871753318

00:00 Introduction and Background
05:55 Cybersecurity Career and Technology
11:57 Golf Equipment and Fitting Importance
18:11 Pinehurst Experience and Future Plans
26:08 Experiencing Pinehurst: A Golfer's Journey
32:17 Bucket List Golf Courses: Dreams of Scotland
40:14 Launching a New Business: Pliable's Grand Opening
46:50 Masters Predictions: Who Will Win?
51:23 NEWCHAPTER