The Victory Podcast

Gary shares with us the power of words, active listening, and finding the good in people. Gary spent over 30 years with the FBI and retired as the Chief of the Crisis Negotiation Unit. Join Gary and I as we discuss the differences from real life and the Netflix/Paramount mini series recently released called, Waco. We also discuss his personal experiences as a hostage negotiator and what business leaders can learn to help them lead more successfully in their everyday lives. "There is good in every body...you just need to find it"

Logan Leslie is normal, yet so far from normal. He enlisted after the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacking in NYC with his older brother and twin brother. Logan had to have his parents sign a waiver so he could join the military at 17 years old to eventually go on and become a Green Beret where he would deploy multiple times to war zones. After he, his wife, and 2 daughters made the switch from active duty, Logan became an undergraduate student at Harvard University at age 26. After completing his undergrad, Logan went on to receive his MBA from Harvard Business School and his JD from Harvard Law School. Now, Logan and his family reside in Georgia, United States, where he started, owns, and operates his own company. Join us as he shares his journey, thoughts, and insights...

Simon and I discuss his life in the music industry, both as a signed artist earlier in his career and now as an executive with Republic Records. Simon deals with famous artists every day to include Ariana Grande, Post Malone, Niki Minaj, Taylor Swift, and many more. Simon shares the 3 most important things his parents taught him that have made him who he is today.

Meet Darrell Utt...

From humble beginnings in West Virginia, Darrell Utt overcame great odds by hard work and sacrifice. From earning the coveted Ranger Tab and Green Beret, to leading teams in combat, to becoming the Chief of Operations for The National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation and has always put country above self.

Master Sgt. Darrell Utt retired from the U.S. Army Special Forces in January of 2017 and during his service, he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal with ‘Valor’ for heroic actions and leadership during combat operations in Baghdad, Iraq in 2006.

He was also awarded four (4) Bronze Star Medals for achievement and service in Iraq. As a Special Forces Team Sergeant, his Operational Detachment Alpha (ODA) was recognized and awarded the 2006 Larry Thorne Award for best Operational Detachment in 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne). Darrell was also the Recipient of the Robert T. Frederick Award for military excellence – the only Special Forces Operations Team Sergeant from the seven (7) Special Forces Groups to be awarded this honor in 2007.

Top three tips for a successful life?

1. Invest in yourself

2. Have fun along the way

3. Think Positively

Best piece of advice you ever received?

Work hard, be humble and don't quit.

Professional achievement you’re most proud of:

Being awarded the 2006 Larry Thorne Award for Best Operational Detachment Alpha (ODA) in 10th Special Forces Group

What advice would you give someone now who is just starting their career?

Balance Life/Work and have fun!

What advice would you give yourself 30 years ago?

Find what you love to do and do it!

Biggest regret from a professional perspective?

Not successfully learning a foreign language.

What's the next big project or adventure you’re working towards?

-The Grand Opening of The National Medal of Honor Museum in March 2025.

-Big announcement coming soon for an exciting ‘release.’ Stay Tuned!

Causes you care about?

· National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation: https://mohmuseum.org/

· Special Forces Association: https://www.specialforcesassociation.org/

· Special Forces Foundation: https://specialforcesfoundation.org/

Connect with Darrell on social media:

Instagram (@Darrell.Utt)

Facebook (@DUttRowdy7)
Twitter (@DarrellUtt)

LinkedIn (@Darrell-Utt)
Youtube (@DarrellUtt)

Check out Darrell Utt on The Combat Story podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qzv6lISLnwA

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061: Jason Lamb | Retired U.S. Air Force Colonel | Managing Director at Victory Strategies

Meet Jason Lamb who recently joined Victory Strategies after retiring from the U.S. Air Force. He published numerous pieces on the subjects of leadership, culture, and talent management, both under his name, but also under the pseudonym “Col Ned Stark.”

Top three tips for a successful life?

1. Pursue quality over quantity
2. Stay true to your values and principles
3. Pursue what you feel called to do

Advice you would give yourself 30 years ago?

“Take what you do seriously, but don't take yourself too seriously.”

What's next for you? Your next big adventure or challenge?

Public speaking, coaching, and teaching as a part of Victory Strategies. Sharing the value of Accelerate Leadership Academy.

What advice would you give someone now who is just starting their career?

“Make sure you follow your dreams and not someone else's notion of who or what you should be.”

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