S2E19 with Janessa Goldbeck - Serving with Pride. Leading with Purpose

In this episode, I am honored to welcome Janessa Goldbeck, CEO of the Vet Voice Foundation - a nonprofit dedicated to amplifying the voices of veterans in the fight for justice, equity, and lasting policy change. With over 15 years of experience in public policy, government affairs, and strategic consulting, Janessa brings a rare blend of frontline insight and legislative expertise to this powerful conversation.Raised in San Diego by spiritually centered, activist-minded parents, Janessa grew up with a deep appreciation for social justice and community. Her global perspective was further shaped by time spent living in Africa, where she deepened her commitment to human rights and service. That passion led her to the U.S. Marine Corps, where she served as a Combat Engineer and Civil Affairs Officer, eventually leading a 120-person unit on a mission across eight countries.Janessa is an out and proud lesbian and a fierce advocate for the LGBTQ+ community, using her platform to champion equity, inclusion, and representation - both within the veteran space and far beyond. She is a leader who shows us what it means to serve with integrity, lead with purpose, and fight for a future where all voices are heard.Join us as we explore her remarkable journey at the intersection of leadership, identity, and impact - and why civic engagement has never been more urgent.To follow Janessa on Instagram, visit https://www.instagram.com/janessagoldbeckTo follow her on Substack, visit https://substack.com/@janessagoldbeckTo visit Vet Voice Foundation, visit https://vvfnd.org/Send us Fan MailThank you for joining us and we can't wait to welcome you back again next week! New episodes drop every Thursday and can be found wherever you find your favorite podcasts!  Remember to like, rate, share and subscribe to the JUST DO YOU. podcast in order to receive our weekly episode updates!  If you like what you hear, please leave us a review at Apple Podcasts! To follow us on Instagram, visit: https://www.instagram.com/justdoyoupod/ Want to learn more about our host, Eric Nicoll?  Visit:  https://ericnicoll.com