E58: "Sweet" Success: A Veteran's Journey to Small Business Ownership With Krist Thodoropoulos

Matt and Alexis have a conversation today with retired veteran, Lt. Col. Krist Thodoropoulos. Kirst served over 20 years in the Army filling many roles. His life took a unique career twist as he was departing his military when him and his wife Amity, found an opportunity to purchase a Louisville candy company.In this episode, Krist shares: His military background and history (He has a great Bill Murray story, SEE THE LINK BELOW!)How to continue to use military skillset, even when it doesn't seem like it will apply to your new career. Some very sound advice on business ownership and finances. His involvement with the Alaska Project through The 98 Fund. Show Links www.usacares.org FB - @usacaresorg Twitter - @USACares IG - @usacares YouTube - USA Cares YouTube Guest Links Old Louisville Candy Kitchen/Happy Balls: /https://gethappyballs.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/krist-thodoropoulos-72680837/ Bill Murray & The accordion incident: https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=4joMqcacSjM  The 98 Fund: https://the98fund.org  Sponsors Speakeasy Podcast Network - www.speakeasynetwork.com