How Air Force Veteran Matthew Schneider is Revolutionizing Medication Safety with RemedyGuard

In this episode of the VET S.O.S. Podcast, host Shawn Welsh welcomes Matthew Schneider, a service-disabled Air Force veteran and founder of RemedyGuard, a company tackling the growing issue of unaffordable and unsafe medication storage. After serving in Iraq, Matthew used the GI Bill to earn a degree in computer science and later gained valuable experience in e-commerce fulfillment. Inspired by his passion for solving real-world problems, he launched RemedyGuard in 2021 to provide medication lock boxes and locking bags, helping organizations promote safe storage and reduce substance misuse.Matthew shares his deeply personal and professional journey, reflecting on the challenges of transitioning out of the military two decades ago when fewer resources were available. He discusses the stark gap between the 25% of transitioning service members interested in starting businesses and the 5% who actually take the leap, emphasizing the critical role of programs like the Entrepreneurship Bootcamp for Veterans (EBV), V-WISE, and the Jax Bridges Program in bridging this divide.Listeners will gain insight into Matthew's entrepreneurial story, starting from humble beginnings with school fairs and lawn-mowing ventures to his decision to found RemedyGuard. He recounts pivotal moments that shaped his path, including his mother's failed restaurant, a high school incident that shifted his focus, and how his background in e-commerce fulfillment equipped him with the skills to navigate the entrepreneurial world.Matthew also highlights the mission behind RemedyGuard—working with community organizations to distribute their products at low or no cost, providing education about substance use disorder, and fostering responsible storage practices to prevent misuse. With a stigma-free approach, RemedyGuard aims to address pressing issues like fentanyl exposure while promoting public safety.In this conversation, Matthew offers practical advice for veterans considering entrepreneurship, underscoring the importance of leveraging veteran-focused programs, building connections, and recognizing that entrepreneurship is not a solo journey. He also discusses how RemedyGuard envisions expanding its community impact to address broader public health and safety needs.🎧 Don’t miss this inspiring episode packed with actionable insights for entrepreneurs and veterans alike!📲 Follow VET S.O.S. for more empowering stories and resources. https://remedyguard.com/ And don’t forget to visit our sponsor, Spearpoint Solutions, for a variety of business training and consulting services: https://spearpointonline.com/ Referral Code: VETSOS #vetsos #VeteranEntrepreneur #MedicationSafety #RemedyGuard #VetSOSPodcast #SubstanceMisusePrevention