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Ep. 138: From Combat Boots to Flip Flops: Matthew Griffin’s Mission to Change Lives

In this powerful episode of the Silvercore Podcast, host Travis Bader sits down with Matthew Griffin, a former Army Ranger turned entrepreneur, who has embarked on a mission to change the world one step at a time. As the founder of Combat Flip Flops, Griff shares his incredible journey from the battlefields of Afghanistan and Iraq to creating a company that turns conflict zones into thriving communities. Griff opens up about the pivotal moments that led him from military life to entrepreneurship, the challenges of starting a business in a war-torn country, and the philosophy that drives him to empower others. Discover how his commitment to creating jobs and funding education in conflict zones has transformed lives and inspired a new generation of socially conscious entrepreneurs. This episode is filled with riveting stories of resilience, failure, and triumph, offering insights into the power of turning adversity into opportunity. Whether you're interested in entrepreneurship, social impact, or simply a good story of grit and determination, this conversation with Matthew Griffin will leave you inspired.   http://www.combatflipflops.com/http://www.beabetterhuman.com/ https://www.instagram.com/combatflipflops ______ Silvercore Club - https://bit.ly/2RiREb4 Online Training - https://bit.ly/3nJKx7U Other Training & Services - https://bit.ly/3vw6kSU Merchandise - https://bit.ly/3ecyvk9 Blog Page - https://bit.ly/3nEHs8W Host Instagram - @Bader.Trav https://www.instagram.com/bader.travSilvercore Instagram - @SilvercoreOutdoors https://www.instagram.com/silvercoreoutdoors ____   00:00 The Power of Connection 00:18 A Hilarious Marketing Encounter 00:32 Networking in Hawaii 00:42 Lessons from Serendipity 01:40 Silvercore Club Benefits 02:16 Introducing the Extraordinary Guest 02:21 Matthew Griffin's Background 06:46 The Ranger Journey Begins 10:23 Facing the Realities of War 12:32 Transition to Civilian Life 27:59 Founding Combat Flip Flops 38:19 Shark Tank Experience 40:28 The Rock-Paper-Scissors Showdown 41:07 The Scariest Six Months 42:18 A Game-Changing Decision 42:53 The Shark Tank Miracle 46:22 The Power of a Mission Statement 47:45 Challenges and Triumphs in Afghanistan 48:54 Expanding to the Canadian Market 51:31 Hunting Adventures and Lessons 01:04:06 The Joy of Fishing 01:14:07 Supporting Veterans and Future Plans    

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