What happens when a Navy aviation mechanic trades the flight deck for the digital world and builds a mission-driven life helping others succeed?
On this episode of HomeFront SitRep, we sit down with Navy veteran, entrepreneur, speaker, and digital marketing strategist Trish Leto to discuss her remarkable journey from military service to business leadership.
Trish served in the United States Navy as an Aviation Structural Mechanic, working on CH-46 Sea Knight helicopters and supporting critical aviation operations. Like many veterans, her transition from military life came with challenges, uncertainty, and the search for a new mission.
After spending years in the mortgage industry, Trish reinvented herself once again—becoming a recognized voice in live video marketing, content creation, and social media strategy. Today, she helps entrepreneurs, brands, and veteran-owned businesses tell their stories, build authentic connections, and grow their audiences with purpose.
But this conversation goes far beyond marketing.
Trish opens up about resilience, personal Growth, overcoming adversity, her sobriety journey, and the lessons she’s learned through multiple career transitions. We also discuss the unique challenges facing women veterans, the power of authentic storytelling, and why veterans continue to bring unmatched leadership and adaptability into the business world.
Whether you’re a veteran navigating transition, a business owner trying to find your voice, or someone searching for inspiration to start over and build something meaningful, this episode delivers valuable insights and powerful takeaways.
In This Episode:
Trish’s service in the United States Navy
Life as an Aviation Structural Mechanic
Transitioning from military service to civilian life
Building a successful career in entrepreneurship
The evolution of live video and social media marketing
Veteran-owned businesses and community support
Recovery, resilience, and personal transformation
Women veterans in leadership and business
Finding purpose after the uniform
Memorable Quote:
"Your military service may end, but your mission doesn’t have to."
About the Guest
Trish Leto is a U.S. Navy veteran, entrepreneur, speaker, digital marketing strategist, and content creator. She is known for helping businesses and entrepreneurs leverage authentic storytelling, live video, and user-generated content while continuing to advocate for veterans and military-affiliated entrepreneurs.
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