Ep. 125 Why Veterans Win in Venture: Trey Hart’s Mission in Finance and National Security

16 Jul 2025 • 49 min • EN
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In this episode of TheMilVet Podcast, host Beau Higgins sits down with Trey Hart, Co-Founder & Managing Partner of Valhalla Group and U.S. Army Reserves Civil Affairs Officer for a powerful conversation on veterans transitioning into the world of private equity and venture capital. Trey shares his personal journey and how his background shaped his leadership, values, and investment strategy. He dives deep into the unique strengths veterans bring to the business world, the importance of USERRA protections, and the challenges many face entering an often nepotistic and niche Private Equity / Venture Capital space. You’ll hear Trey’s thoughtful perspective on:Why hiring one veteran can shift an entire company’s culture and policyCommon resume pitfalls for transitioning service members—and how to fix themHow Valhalla Group is investing at the intersection of national defense and commercial innovationThe importance of veteran-to-veteran networking—and why it’s not a dirty wordHow to own and reshape the narrative of what it means to be a veteran today Whether you"re currently transitioning, already in the civilian workforce, or just curious about how military experience translates into business leadership, this episode is packed with wisdom, humility, and actionable advice. 🎧 Listen now to learn how veterans can lead in the boardroom, in startups, and in shaping the future of American industry. Learn more about Valhalla Group: https://www.valhallainvestors.com/ Thanks for listening! Here"s how you can find us to continue the conversation: Tweet us at @brendan_aronson Follow us on Instagram at @themilitaryvet Subscribe to our Weekly Newsletter at https://www.themilvet.org/resources-for-veterans Check out our video content on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/@themilitaryvet

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