There are many lessons business can learn from the military and your host Pete Liston is going to share exactly what he learnt in the Australian Army that has allowed him to create and build multiple 7 figure businesses. Pete will be joined by guests who have also transitioned from military to entrepreneurship and are keen to share their stories.
E131 | Daniel Capilli – CONDITN: Creating a Fast-Growing Gym Brand. How to Do It—and Do You Want to Invest?
💪 From one studio to 19—and still growing.
E131 | Daniel Capilli – CONDITN: Creating a Fast-Growing Gym Brand. How to Do It—and Do You Want to Invest?
Daniel Capilli served in the Royal Australian Navy for almost 11 years as an Electronics Technician. Sport and fitness were a major part of his service, particularly rugby league and union. While preparing to transition, Daniel completed his fitness qualifications before moving into personal training and learning the gym industry from the ground up.
Daniel and his team launched the first CONDITN studio in January 2024. The brand has since grown to 19 locations across Australia, combining structured strength and conditioning programs with the teamwork, accountability and community Daniel valued in the Navy. Members can choose between strength, conditioning and hybrid sessions while tracking their progress through regular testing and technology.
In this episode, Daniel explains how strong systems, consistent programming, welcoming coaches and local community engagement have supported CONDITN’s rapid growth. He also discusses the path towards approximately 50 Australian studios and the different opportunities available through franchising, joint ventures and investment. A practical conversation for anyone interested in fitness, business ownership or joining a growing gym brand.
🌐 Learn more:
👉 https://conditn.com/
(https://conditn.com/)
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👉 https://veteranbc.com/join-the-community
(https://veteranbc.com/join-the-community)
#VBC #VBCPodcast #VeteranBusinessCommunity #VeteranBusiness #CONDITN #FitnessBusiness #GymFr
27 Sept 2026
E130 | Andrew Bridge – Informatech: Defence Connect Veteran Business of the Year 2026
🏆 Veteran-led capability recognised at the highest level.
E130 | Andrew Bridge – Informatech: Defence Connect Veteran Business of the Year 2026
Andrew Bridge joined the Australian Army at 17, graduating from ADFA before serving as an Artillery officer. His career included deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, work in the Solomon Islands and a posting as an instructor at RMC. When a medical condition ended his full-time service, Andrew moved into business—eventually joining Informatech, where he is now CEO.
Founded by Navy veterans Nathan and Scott, Informatech provides integration and assurance services across Defence, national security and the Australian Government. Its capabilities include ICT testing and evaluation, cyber assurance and helping new technologies integrate safely and effectively into complex environments. Andrew also shares how the company grew from around 50 employees to more than 250 at its peak while adapting to major changes across the Defence market.
In this episode, Andrew discusses Informatech being named Veteran Business of the Year at the 2026 Defence Connect Australian Defence Industry Awards, the challenges SMEs face within Defence supply chains and why veteran-owned businesses deserve greater procurement opportunities. A wide-ranging conversation about transition, entrepreneurship, AI, sovereign capability and the value veterans bring to Australian industry.
🌐 Learn more:
👉 https://www.informatech.com.au/
(https://www.informatech.com.au/)
🌐 Join the VBC Community:
👉 https://veteranbc.com/join-the-community
(https://veteranbc.com/join-the-community)
#VBC #VBCPodcast #VeteranBusinessCommunity #VeteranBusiness #Informatech #DefenceIndustry #VeteranOwned #CyberAssurance #ICTTesting #AustralianDefenceIndustryAwards #SovereignCapability #StillServing
20 Sept 2026
E129 | Kane Dury – Kane Dury – Discover Buyers Agency: From Army Mechanic to Helping Veterans Build Wealth Through Property
🏠 From turning spanners to building property portfolios.
E129 | Kane Dury – Kane Dury – Discover Buyers Agency: From Army Mechanic to Helping Veterans Build Wealth Through Property
Kane Dury joined the Australian Army at 18 and served as a RAEME Vehicle Mechanic, later reaching the rank of Sergeant. While posted to Townsville, he purchased his first property at 22 and became fascinated with property investing. By 24, he owned three properties, setting him on a path that eventually led him to leave Defence and pursue a career in property and finance.
In this Land Forces Spotlight episode, Kane explains how Discover Buyers Agency helps owner-occupiers and investors develop a clear property strategy, research suitable markets, conduct thorough due diligence and negotiate with the buyer’s interests in mind. He also discusses why current and former ADF members must consider their individual postings, rent assistance and Defence housing entitlements when planning their property journey.
Kane openly shares the costly lessons from his first purchase, including limited growth and its later exposure to flooding. A practical conversation about seeking the right advice, understanding fair market value and avoiding emotional or poorly researched decisions when making one of life’s largest investments.
🌐 Learn more:
👉 https://www.discoverbuyersagency.com.au/
(https://www.discoverbuyersagency.com.au/)
🌐 Join the VBC Community:
👉 https://veteranbc.com/join-the-community
(https://veteranbc.com/join-the-community)
#VBC #VBCPodcast #VeteranBusinessCommunity #VeteranBusiness #DiscoverBuyersAgency #PropertyInvestment #BuyersAgent #PropertyStrategy #AustralianArmy #RAEME #LandForces2026 #StillServing
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[…] But I think the military brought out a different side of my personality, whether it was created or nurtured or taught. But also, you know, with the exposures that you get in training, you actually, I think that your attitude. Well, let's go back. Nature versus nurture on the attitude bit share a little bit about how training supports the development of attitude. Yeah, so in attitude is crucial. Attitude is the most powerful thing that we can nurture in ourselves. And I'm arguing for your attitude to be very adaptable, very flexible. I'm arguing for that. And that means like a growth mindset versus a fixed mindset. […]
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