Leading an Impactful Startup with Sonny Tai

Published: Aug. 23, 2021, 4 a.m.

Marine Veteran Sonny Tai is the co-founder and CEO of Actuate. Actuate\u2019s mission is to keep people safe with threat detection software turning security cameras into smart cameras. Sonny came by the show to share his entrepreneurial journey; from immigrating to the United States, serving in the Marine Corps, and creating an impactful company. He shares his experience in leading a successful startup, the challenges he faced, and the importance of creating a positive company culture.\xa0\n\nAre you a Veteran who is transitioning to Entrepreneurship? Then check out this FREE download for the Top 29 Entrepreneurship Programs for Veterans & their families! Download Here !\nAbout Our Guest\nSonny Tai is the CEO of Actuate, a venture-backed startup that builds AI software that enables security cameras to automatically detect threats. Prior to starting Actuate, Sonny served in the US Marine Corps for 9 years between reserve and active duty.\nJoin the conversation on our Facebook!\nCheck out Veteran 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\xa0About Our Sponsors\xa0\nNavy Federal Credit Union\xa0\n\n\n\nWe\u2019ve bought a few cars with Navy Federal over my 31 years as a member with their fully loaded car buying experience. When you become a member of Navy Federal Credit Union, life gets better.\xa0 You can finance, buy, protect, and enjoy your auto purchase all through one convenient place. They have low rates and preapproval that\u2019s good for 90 days, so you know what you can afford while you shop. You can save thousands off MSRP with Navy Federal\u2019s car buying service, powered by TrueCar. You can also get exclusive member savings with CARFAX, GEICO and SiriusXM. They\u2019re always available with 24/7 member service representatives to answer any questions.\n\nLearn more at here.\n\nAt Navy Federal, our members are the mission.\xa0\n\nCredit and collateral subject to approval. Your actual savings off MSRP may vary. Navy Federal Credit Union is federally insured by NCUA.\n\nEnso Rings\n\nIf you wear a traditional metal ring, you know the hassle of taking it on and off every time you need to use your hands. I\u2019m constantly taking my ring on and off when I\u2019m working out or traveling. That\u2019s why I\u2019ve been loving The Rise Collection from Enso Rings. They\u2019re high-quality silicone rings that are a great alternative to hard-metal rings and I can keep it on all day!\n\nEnso Rings\u2019 Rise Collection is great for my lifestyle. They combine a classic precious metal look with the comfort and safety of silicone. In stylish colors like obsidian, slate, forest green, and denim. Enso Rings are the perfect alternative for your traditional wedding band and you can leave your ring on no matter what you\u2019re doing, whether you\u2019re at work, at the gym, or traveling.\n\nPlus, Enso Rings\u2019 Rise Collection has the first ever silicone rings infused with SteriTouch\u2122 Antimicrobial Technology, who doesn\u2019t want a cleaner ring! And they\u2019re made right here in the US.\xa0\n\nVeteran On The Move listeners can get 10% off their first purchase. Just go to EnsoRings.com today and use promo code VETERAN.\nWant to be our next guest? Send us an email at interview@veteranonthemove.com.\xa0\nDid you love this episode? Leave us a 5-star rating and review!\xa0\nDownload Joe Crane\u2019s Top 7 Paths to Freedom or get it on your mobile device. Text VETERAN to 38470.\n\nVeteran On the Move podcast has published over 375 episodes. Our listeners have the opportunity to hear in-depth interviews conducted by host Joe Crane. The podcast features people, programs, and resources to assist veterans in their transition to entrepreneurship.\xa0 As a result, Veteran On the Move has over 1,000,000 verified downloads through Stitcher Radio, SoundCloud, iTunes and RSS Feed Syndication making it one of the most p...