Episode 44: Mark Parrish – War to Business Leadership

In this episode, Mark Parrish shares his journey from National Guard service to building a multi-unit McDonald’s franchise operation. He reflects on joining the military before 9/11, deploying to Ramadi during one of the most violent periods of the Iraq War, and navigating the challenges of transition back to civilian life. Mark breaks down how military structure, discipline, and leadership translated into business success—while also addressing the realities of trauma, identity loss, and rebuilding purpose after service. From managing small teams in combat to leading over a thousand employees, he explains how long-term thinking, consistency, and personal accountability shaped his path. This is a grounded conversation about service, leadership, faith, and what it actually takes to win after the uniform comes off. The post Episode 44: Mark Parrish – War to Business Leadership first appeared on Womack C3.