In this powerful episode of Connections That Matter, Andrew sits down with Marshall Spring, founder and CEO of the Combat Recovery Foundation, a Northern Colorado nonprofit dedicated to evidence-based suicide prevention for veterans and survivors.

Marshall shares how the unexpected loss of his business partner led him to launch Combat Recovery Foundation—a mission to help veterans rebuild purpose, community, and belonging through connection and service. From wildfire mitigation to brand collaborations with Pine-Rite Soap, Wander Coffee, and Sweet Heart Winery, Marshall has built a model where business and social impact go hand in hand.

💡 In This Episode:
✨ The story behind Combat Recovery Foundation’s mission and how it began with tragedy and hope.
✨ Why isolation, not depression, is often the root cause of veteran suicide.
✨ How community projects like erosion control, forest restoration, and fishing clubs help veterans reconnect.
✨ The power of brand collaborations — from coffee and cider to skincare — that support veterans and local businesses.
✨ Lessons in resilience and how to pivot when plans fall apart (like the Rising Phoenix 5K event).
✨ Why authenticity and radical hospitality are the foundation of Marshall’s leadership.

💡 Why You Should Listen:
This episode is a masterclass in turning loss into legacy. Whether you’re a business owner, nonprofit leader, or veteran, Marshall’s insights into connection, resilience, and collaboration will remind you what it means to serve — and how to build community from the ground up.

📣 Marshall mentions and collaborates with:

Pine-Rite Soap: https://pineritesoap.com
Wander Coffee: https://wandercoffee.com
Sweet Heart Winery: https://sweetheartwinery.com

🌐 Connect with Combat Recovery Foundation:
💻 Website: combatrecoveryfoundation.org
📞 Contact: info@combatrecoveryfoundation.org
📍 Northern Colorado

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