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From Military to Entrepreneur: Building Team Easties

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In this episode of Security Halt!, host Deny Caballero sits down with Jason Marks, a Special Operations veteran and founder of Team Easties an outdoors gear company, together they explore the intersection of entrepreneurship, military resilience, and innovation.

Jason shares his journey from combat zones to product design labs, diving deep into the realities of starting a veteran-owned business, developing high-performance outdoor gear, and overcoming the personal and financial challenges of the startup world.

Together, they unpack:

How boredom sparked a breakthrough in gear innovation

The entrepreneurial edge veterans bring to the outdoor industry

The power of branding, marketing, and authenticity in business

Why affordable, reliable equipment matters for veteran adventurers

The importance of community, collaboration, and perseverance

Whether you're a veteran looking to launch your own business, a gear enthusiast, or someone passionate about purpose-driven innovation, this conversation is filled with tactical insights and inspiring lessons.

👉 Follow, like, subscribe, and share Security Halt! on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple Podcasts for more authentic, veteran-led conversations on mental health, mission, and transformation.

BE A BRO! Support the show!!

buymeacoffee.com/sechaltpodcast

https://buymeacoffee.com/sechaltpodcast

Looking for hand crafted, custom work, military memorabilia or need something laser engraved? Connect with my good friend Eric Gilgenast.

Instagram: haus_gilgenast_woodworks_main

https://www.instagram.com/haus_gilgenast_woodworks_main/

Chapters

00:00 From Amateur to Pro: The Journey of Entrepreneurship

02:53 The Importance of Quality Gear in Outdoor Activities

05:57 Innovating for the Modern Outdoorsman

09:05 Navigating the Business Landscape: Contracts and Compliance

11:57 The Role of Branding and Marketing in Equipment Choices

14:49 Tinkering and Innovation: The Creative Process Behind Gear

18:03 Boredom as a Catalyst for Creativity and Entrepreneurship

22:37 The Power of Community Support

25:43 Building Connections in the Industry

28:15 Overcoming Financial Hurdles

30:36 The Entrepreneurial Spirit

35:55 Innovating in Manufacturing

40:57 The Grind of Entrepreneurship

Instagram: @securityhalt

X: @SecurityHalt

Tik Tok: @security.halt.pod

LinkedIn: Deny Caballero

Follow Jason on LinkedIn and Instagram today!

LinkedIn: Jason Marks

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-marks-704a29338/

Instagram: team_easties_llc
https://www.instagram.com/team_easties_llc/

Website: TeamEasties

https://teameasties.com/

Support the show

Produced by Security Halt Media

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Chapters

1. Podcast Introduction with Danny (00:00:00)

2. Origins of Team Easties (00:01:30)

3. Product Testing and Quality Assurance (00:04:30)

4. Vision for Affordable Quality Gear (00:10:00)

5. Manufacturing Challenges and Solutions (00:17:45)

6. Community Support in Veteran Businesses (00:29:00)

7. Entrepreneurial Mindset and Persistence (00:37:00)

8. Closing Thoughts and Where to Find (00:46:30)

290 episodes

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In this episode of Security Halt!, host Deny Caballero sits down with Jason Marks, a Special Operations veteran and founder of Team Easties an outdoors gear company, together they explore the intersection of entrepreneurship, military resilience, and innovation.

Jason shares his journey from combat zones to product design labs, diving deep into the realities of starting a veteran-owned business, developing high-performance outdoor gear, and overcoming the personal and financial challenges of the startup world.

Together, they unpack:

How boredom sparked a breakthrough in gear innovation

The entrepreneurial edge veterans bring to the outdoor industry

The power of branding, marketing, and authenticity in business

Why affordable, reliable equipment matters for veteran adventurers

The importance of community, collaboration, and perseverance

Whether you're a veteran looking to launch your own business, a gear enthusiast, or someone passionate about purpose-driven innovation, this conversation is filled with tactical insights and inspiring lessons.

👉 Follow, like, subscribe, and share Security Halt! on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple Podcasts for more authentic, veteran-led conversations on mental health, mission, and transformation.

BE A BRO! Support the show!!

buymeacoffee.com/sechaltpodcast

https://buymeacoffee.com/sechaltpodcast

Looking for hand crafted, custom work, military memorabilia or need something laser engraved? Connect with my good friend Eric Gilgenast.

Instagram: haus_gilgenast_woodworks_main

https://www.instagram.com/haus_gilgenast_woodworks_main/

Chapters

00:00 From Amateur to Pro: The Journey of Entrepreneurship

02:53 The Importance of Quality Gear in Outdoor Activities

05:57 Innovating for the Modern Outdoorsman

09:05 Navigating the Business Landscape: Contracts and Compliance

11:57 The Role of Branding and Marketing in Equipment Choices

14:49 Tinkering and Innovation: The Creative Process Behind Gear

18:03 Boredom as a Catalyst for Creativity and Entrepreneurship

22:37 The Power of Community Support

25:43 Building Connections in the Industry

28:15 Overcoming Financial Hurdles

30:36 The Entrepreneurial Spirit

35:55 Innovating in Manufacturing

40:57 The Grind of Entrepreneurship

Instagram: @securityhalt

X: @SecurityHalt

Tik Tok: @security.halt.pod

LinkedIn: Deny Caballero

Follow Jason on LinkedIn and Instagram today!

LinkedIn: Jason Marks

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-marks-704a29338/

Instagram: team_easties_llc
https://www.instagram.com/team_easties_llc/

Website: TeamEasties

https://teameasties.com/

Support the show

Produced by Security Halt Media

  continue reading

Chapters

1. Podcast Introduction with Danny (00:00:00)

2. Origins of Team Easties (00:01:30)

3. Product Testing and Quality Assurance (00:04:30)

4. Vision for Affordable Quality Gear (00:10:00)

5. Manufacturing Challenges and Solutions (00:17:45)

6. Community Support in Veteran Businesses (00:29:00)

7. Entrepreneurial Mindset and Persistence (00:37:00)

8. Closing Thoughts and Where to Find (00:46:30)

290 episodes

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