Ben Harrow: From Special Forces to Aviation & Veteran Entrepreneurship

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In this inspiring episode of Security Halt!, host Deny Caballero sits down with Ben Harrow, a former Special Forces officer turned successful entrepreneur and aviation leader. From navigating the battlefield to building businesses, Ben shares his powerful story of military transition, embracing risk, and redefining purpose after service.

They dive into the mindset it takes to thrive in the aviation and tech industries, the role of cybersecurity and innovation, and why staying connected to the veteran community is key to long-term success. Ben also opens up about the leadership lessons he carried over from Special Forces to the civilian world—and how those principles now shape his journey in business development, podcasting, and mentorship.

Whether you're a veteran in transition, an aspiring entrepreneur, or someone seeking powerful stories of resilience, growth, and leadership—this conversation is a must-listen.

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Chapters

0:00 Introduction and Red Empire Family Connection

3:00 Special Forces Journey and Early Inspirations

10:00 Iraq Experiences and Lessons Learned

18:00 Transition to Civilian Life

25:00 Career Shift to Cybersecurity and Aviation

32:00 Building and Growing Pam Jets

40:00 Embracing New Challenges

45:00 Podcasting Insights and Storytelling

50:00 Closing Reflections and Future Plans

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Chapters

1. Podcast Introduction and Connections (00:00:00)

2. Path to Special Forces (00:02:09)

3. Working with ODAs in Iraq (00:06:55)

4. Transition from Military to Civilian (00:13:38)

5. Building Pam Jets (00:21:50)

6. Business Strategy and Military Skills (00:32:23)

7. The Team Harrow Podcast (00:39:22)

8. Podcast Growth and Future Plans (00:46:24)