In this episode of The Techne Connect, we hear from Chad McCoy, co-founder and strategy officer of Firestorm, a rapidly growing defense technology startup. Chad shares his journey from military service to entrepreneurship, reflecting on how his early entrepreneurial mindset and military experience shaped his approach to leadership and innovation. He discusses the challenges of scaling in the defense sector, the importance of timing, and why listening to end users is critical for success. Chad also highlights the need for manufacturing sovereignty, self-sufficiency, and strong team culture to drive future growth in defense technology.
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