Opinion: I wasn't sure what I would do after the Marines. Opening franchises set me up for...

"When I left the Marines after serving as a helicopter pilot, I wasn’t accustomed to working alone. Throughout my time at Annapolis, Maryland, during two deployments and while training new pilots, I was used to collaborating with a team of highly driven service members all working toward a common goal. Like the millions of veterans who have come before me, the transition from active duty to civilian life was not an easy one. I am continuously thankful to my family for pushing and supporting me".