🎙️ In this heartwarming and flavorful episode of the Veteran's Growing America Podcast, hosts Donnell Johns and R.L. Simmons sit down with Michelle, the founder of IngenuiTea™ Gourmet Tea & Spice Company and an active duty service member. Michelle’s lifelong love of tea is steeped in rich family heritage, tracing back to her great-grandmother Anna, born in 1880 on the spice-rich Caribbean island of Grenada. Inspired by tradition and driven by a passion for health and wellness, Michelle created a premium, organic tea company that honors her roots while promoting the powerful health benefits of the tea plant, camellia sinensis.

🫖 Michelle shares her journey from growing up sipping English tea to traveling the world and ultimately launching a brand committed to offering mouth-watering, nutrient-rich teas in their truest form. IngenuiTea™ is more than a business — it's a tribute to legacy, health, and the simple joy of sharing a great cup of tea.

🌿 Episode Highlights:

• The story of Great-Grandmother Anna and the origins of Michelle’s love for tea
• How her world travels and military service inspired the creation of IngenuiTea™
• The health benefits and healing power of tea
• Balancing entrepreneurship and active duty military service
• Creating meaningful moments and memories — one cup at a time

🍵 Whether you’re a tea enthusiast, a wellness seeker, or an aspiring entrepreneur, this episode is packed with inspiration, heritage, and a deep love for tradition and health.

🔗 Learn more about IngenuiTea™: https://ingenuiteaandspice.com/
🌍 Veteran's Growing America: https://veteransgrowingamerica.com/
💬 Connect with Donnell Johns: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donnelljohns
📲 Follow Coach R.L. Simmons: @coachrlsimmons on all platforms

👉 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE to hear more stories of veterans who are preserving culture, building businesses, and creating impact across industries.

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🔥 In this powerful episode of the Veteran's Growing America Podcast, we sit down with Rochelle "SLAY Queen" Hemingway — CEO and Founder of SLAY To Success, LLC, personal branding expert, retired U.S. Air Force Command Chief, author, speaker, and leadership powerhouse.

✈️ Rochelle shares her incredible journey of serving over 30 years in the Air Force, rising to the highest enlisted rank and leading over 8,000 people on a major military base. Now, as the visionary behind SLAY To Success, she's helping professionals and veterans build magnetic personal brands that reflect their value, voice, and vision.

📘 From writing her book SLAY To Success, to launching a leadership and branding-focused company, and completing a Master’s in Strategic Leadership, Rochelle continues to blaze trails in branding, leadership, wellness, and service.

🎙️ Episode Highlights:

• Her life as a military kid and the journey to 30 years of service
• What it means to “SLAY” in leadership and in life
• The power of personal branding and how it transforms careers
• Founding SLAY To Success, LLC and creating impact beyond the uniform
• Her dedication to leadership, health, fitness, and legacy-building

💡 Whether you're a veteran, a professional pivoting careers, or an entrepreneur seeking clarity in your message — this episode delivers insights on how to lead, brand, and SLAY with purpose.

🔗 Learn more at: https://veteransgrowingamerica.com/
💬 Connect with Rochelle: https://www.slaytosuccess.com/

👉 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more empowering veteran stories, branding tips, and leadership gems!

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🎙️ Soar into the realms of mental wellness and personal development on the Veteran's Growing America Podcast, as hosts Donnell Johns and R.L. Simmons are joined by Keith Duke Davis, an Army Officer, aviator, and the innovative Founder and CEO of Inner Journey, Mental Clarity. In this episode, Duke shares his transition from the cockpit to the forefront of mental health advocacy, detailing his creation of the Inner Journey app, designed to enhance mental clarity and personal growth. Tune in to discover how Duke's experiences as an aviator have shaped his approach to mental wellness and leadership.

🌟 Episode Highlights:

• From Aviator to Advocate: Explore Duke’s journey from being an Army aviator to spearheading a mental wellness initiative, highlighting how his military background informs his current mission.
• The Genesis of Inner Journey: Learn about the inspiration behind the Inner Journey app, its features, and how it aims to provide users with tools for achieving greater mental clarity and well-being.
• Impact on Veterans and Beyond: Delve into how Inner Journey is tailored not just for veterans but for anyone seeking to improve their mental health, featuring stories of transformation and resilience.
• Leadership and Mental Wellness: Hear Duke’s insights on the critical connection between effective leadership and mental health, drawing parallels between piloting aircraft and navigating life’s challenges.
• Future Aspirations for Inner Journey: Discover what’s on the horizon for Duke and his app, including new features and partnerships aimed at expanding its reach and efficacy.

🔊 Whether you’re a veteran, a current service member, or anyone interested in mental health innovation, this episode offers a unique perspective on the power of mindfulness and technology in fostering overall well-being.

🔗 Links:

• Veteran's Growing America: https://veteransgrowingamerica.com/
• Dive deeper into Inner Journey and its mission: https://www.innerjourneyapp.com
• Connect with Donnell Johns on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donnelljohns
• Follow Coach R.L. Simmons on all platforms: @coachrlsimmons

👉 Be sure to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes that spotlight veterans leading the charge in health, innovation, and community support. Join the conversation below and share how mental wellness tools have impacted your life!

#VeteransGrowingAmerica #KeithDukeDavis #InnerJourney #MentalWellness #VeteranEntrepreneur #LeadershipDevelopment #MentalHealthAwareness #PersonalGrowth