Fall In to Tech

About Fall In to Tech

Where military veterans share their journeys from the armed forces to technology, providing insights and guidance to help you succeed in tech.

Publisher

Fall In

Category

business · education · government · science · technology

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

24 Jun 2022

Latest episode

9 Sept 2024

Latest episodes

34 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   9 Sept 2024

   Fall Into Tech #10: Jacqueline Blackburn - Navy EOD to Venture Capital

   Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal veteran Jacqueline Blackburn shares her journey from EOD to venture capital in this insightful episode. Discover: * Jacqueline's career evolution from Navy EOD platoon commander to JP Morgan, and her transition into the world of venture capital at Decisive Point * Insights into Decisive Point's unique approach, combining venture capital investments, advisory services, and accelerator programs * The day-to-day realities of working at Decisive Point, including managing accelerator programs, advising clients, and evaluating potential investments * Advice for veterans transitioning to civilian careers, emphasizing the importance of networking, understanding your new industry, and leveraging military experience Whether you're a transitioning service member, aspiring entrepreneur, or curious about venture capital in the defense and energy sectors, this episode offers valuable insights into navigating the intersection of military experience, technology, and investment in cutting-edge defense and energy companies. GUEST INFO: * Jacqueline Blackburn LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqueline-blackburn-9452141b0/] * Decisive Point [https://www.decisivepoint.com/] (Venture capital firm that invests in dual-use technology startups and offers government contract consulting services) EPISODE LINKS: * The Quest Accelerator [https://www.thequestaccelerator.com/] * National Security Innovation Network [https://nsin.mil/] * NSIN Propel Maritime Digital Defense [https://nsin.mil/events/2024-09-13-propel-mdd/] * JP Morgan's Military & Veterans Affairs [https://www.jpmorganchase.com/impact/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/military-and-vets] * Radiant [https://www.radiantnuclear.com/] (Building micro nuclear reactors) * Firestorm [https://www.launchfirestorm.com/] (Developing mission-adaptable aerial vehicles) * ChatGPT [https://openai.com/chatgpt/] * DALL-E [https://openai.com/index/dall-e-3/] PODCAST INFO: * Podcast website: https://www.fallintotech.com/ [http://fallintotech.com/] * Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/@fallintotech] * Apple Podcast [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fall-in-to-tech/id1631643312] * Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/2JAlnHgtFMbZHanlFm2CBX?_ga=2.40939426.1021165515.1696653077-1197329399.1694565571] * Zencastr [https://zencastr.com/Fall-Into-Tech] SOCIAL MEDIA: * TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@fall_in_vets] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/fallintotech/] * X [https://x.com/fallintotech] * LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/fall-in/] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/fallin.today/] HOST INFO: * Jameel LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/cutiepatootie/] * Michael LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodriguez-michael/]

2. 

   27 Aug 2024

   Fall Into Tech #9: Brian Gomez - Marine to Meta Recruiter

   Marine veteran Brian Gomez shares his journey from U.S. Marine to tech recruiting at Meta in this insightful episode. Discover: * Brian's career evolution from the Marine Corps to Meta's recruiting team * Insights into the tech recruiting process, including strategies for sourcing candidates and advocating for diverse talent * How military skills like adaptability, leadership, and problem-solving translate to success in tech recruiting * The day-to-day realities of working as a tech recruiter, including building relationships with hiring managers and candidates * Advice for veterans transitioning to tech careers, emphasizing the importance of networking, tailoring resumes, and leveraging military experience Whether you're a transitioning service member, aspiring tech professional, or curious about recruiting in big tech, this episode offers valuable insights into navigating the hiring process and building a successful post-military career in the tech industry. GUEST INFO: * Brian Gomez LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianstevegomez1989/] EPISODE LINKS: * Meta Careers [https://www.metacareers.com/] * Meta Llama AI [https://llama.meta.com/] * Marine Innovation Unit [https://www.marforres.marines.mil/MIU/] * Marine for Life [https://www.usmc-mccs.org/marine-family-support/transition-readiness/marine-for-life-network] * LinkedIn Recruiter [https://business.linkedin.com/talent-solutions/recruiter] * SeekOut Recruiting Tool [https://www.seekout.com/] * Bellator Recruiting Academy [https://www.bellatorrecruiting.org/] PODCAST INFO: * Podcast website: https://www.fallintotech.com/ [http://fallintotech.com/] * Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/@fallintotech] * Apple Podcast [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fall-in-to-tech/id1631643312] * Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/2JAlnHgtFMbZHanlFm2CBX?_ga=2.40939426.1021165515.1696653077-1197329399.1694565571] * Zencastr [https://zencastr.com/Fall-Into-Tech] SOCIAL MEDIA: * TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@fall_in_vets] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/fallintotech/] * X [https://x.com/fallintotech] * LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/fall-in/] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/fallin.today/] HOST INFO: * Jameel LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/cutiepatootie/] * Michael LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodriguez-michael/]

3. 

   19 Aug 2024

   Fall Into Tech #8: Eric Shu - Marine to Venture Capital

   Marine veteran Eric Shu shares his journey from artillery officer to venture capitalist in this insightful episode. Discover: * Eric's career evolution from Marine Corps artillery officer to MBA graduate, and his transition into the world of venture capital * Insights into the venture capital industry, including how VCs evaluate startups and make investment decisions * How military skills like adaptability, leadership, and strategic thinking translate to success in the tech investment world * The day-to-day realities of working as a VC, including sourcing deals and supporting portfolio companies * Advice for veterans interested in tech careers or entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of hands-on experience and continuous learning Whether you're a transitioning service member, aspiring entrepreneur, or curious about venture capital, this episode offers valuable insights into succeeding in the fast-paced world of tech investment and startup ecosystems. GUEST INFO: * Eric Shu LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericshu/] * Access Venture Partners [https://accessvp.com/] * Pitch and Run Colorado (Luma) [https://lu.ma/pitchandrunco] * Pitch and Run Colorado (Instagram) [https://www.instagram.com/pitchandrunCO/] EPISODE LINKS: * The Power Law (Book about Venture Capital) [https://www.amazon.com/Power-Law-Venture-Capital-Making/dp/052555999X] * Acquired Podcast [https://www.acquired.fm/] * Marine Innovation Unit [https://www.marforres.marines.mil/MIU/] * Defense Innovation Unit [https://www.diu.mil/] * Teach for America [https://www.teachforamerica.org/] PODCAST INFO: * Podcast website: https://www.fallintotech.com/ [http://fallintotech.com/] * Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/@fallintotech] * Apple Podcast [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fall-in-to-tech/id1631643312] * Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/2JAlnHgtFMbZHanlFm2CBX?_ga=2.40939426.1021165515.1696653077-1197329399.1694565571] * Zencastr [https://zencastr.com/Fall-Into-Tech] SOCIAL MEDIA: * TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@fall_in_vets] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/fallintotech/] * X [https://x.com/fallintotech] * LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/fall-in/] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/fallin.today/] HOST INFO: * Jameel LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/cutiepatootie/] * Michael LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodriguez-michael/]

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Apple Podcasts (US)

4.8 / 5

5 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

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