Bunker Labs with Dean Bundschu

Published: June 15, 2020, 4 a.m.

b'Are you about to transition out of the military and into civilian life? Need some guidance to make sure you do it right? If\\xa0you said yes to either, this episode is one you should definitely listen to. In this episode, we talk with Dean Bundschu, the Atlantic Regional Executive Director at Bunker Labs to learn how to transition into the civilian world\\xa0the right way,\\xa0how important it is to network, and how properly networking can help you now, and later throughout your career.\\n\\n"Know your industry, where you want to be,\\xa0research the area for opportunities and then network!"\\xa0 - Dean Bundschu\\n\\nAdvice from Dean:\\n\\nJumping right into entrepreneurship can be hard. Start out by getting\\xa0into a role with a smaller entrepreneurship\\xa0minded company and work within their sales or marketing team.\\n\\n\\xa0\\nAbout Our Guest\\xa0\\xa0\\nDean currently serves as the Atlantic Region Executive Director for Bunker Labs. Additionally, he is an entrepreneur, accomplished sales professional, and business advisor to numerous high growth startups. Prior to venturing into the business world, Dean served 8 years as an Infantry Officer in the United States Army; his service included a combat tour in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Upon returning from the war Dean had the honor to work at Orion International where helped hundreds of veterans transition from military to corporate America. As the Founder and CEO of PrepChamps, Inc., Dean successfully raised $2.2M in private equity capital, PrepChamps was recognized as the 2007 North Carolina Fast Trac Tech Company of the Year and ultimately the became the 2nd largest site in the high school sports recruiting space before being acquired. Dean received his bachelor\'s degree from Ohio Northern University. He attended ONU on a full-ride R.O.T.C. scholarship and he was a Distinguished Military Graduate.\\n\\n\\xa0\\n\\nBunker Labs Website-\\xa0https://bunkerlabs.org/\\n\\nConnect with Dean Bundschu on Linkedin -\\xa0https://www.linkedin.com/in/deanbundschu/\\n\\nConnect with Bunker Labs on Facebook -\\xa0https://www.facebook.com/thebunkerlabs/\\n\\nConnect with Bunker Labs on Instagram -\\xa0https://www.instagram.com/thebunkerlabs/\\n\\nConnect with Bunker Labs on LinkedIn -\\xa0https://www.linkedin.com/company/bunkerlabs/\\n\\n\\xa0\\nJoin the conversation over on our Facebook!\\nCheck out\\xa0Veteran on the Move on Facebook to connect with our guests and other listeners. A place where you can network with other like-minded veterans who are transitioning to entrepreneurship and get updates on people, programs, and resources to help you in YOUR transition to entrepreneurship.\\n\\n\\xa0\\nAbout Our Sponsors\\nNavy Federal Credit Union\\n\\nAt Navy Federal, our members are the mission. As a member-owned, not-for-profit credit union, they put you first by making your success a priority. Veterans and service-members from all branches of the military are welcome to join. This includes Active Duty members of the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, and National Guard. Plus, military family members can join!\\n\\nIf you\\u2019re Active Duty, you\\u2019ll enjoy FREE Active Duty Checking\\xae with perks like:\\n\\n \\taccount balance and transaction notifications\\n \\tearly access to your military paycheck, and\\n \\tup to $240 in ATM rebates per year\\n\\nAmerican Express is a registered service mark of American Express, used by Navy Federal under license.\\n\\nVisit\\xa0navyfederal.org/veteranmove\\xa0for more information.\\n\\n\\n\\n\\xa0\\n\\nFiverr\\n\\nWhether you\'re launching your first business, scaling your current business or in need of extra support to complete\\xa0a project -Fiverr\'s global network of on-demand freelance talent is here to help.\\n\\nFind what you\'re looking for instantly.\\n\\n \\tIt\'s easy -- customize your search by service, deadline, price, seller reviews, and more.\\n \\tNo more guessing games. you\'ll know exactly what you\'re paying for upfront -- no negotiating needed.\\n \\t24/7 customer service.\\n\\n\\nCheck out FIVERR.com and receive 10% off your first order by using my code VETERAN.'