On this episode of Coffee Talk with Bryan and Marie, we sit down with Dan Conley — a medically retired Army veteran and disabled combat veteran whose story is all about resilience, reinvention, and purpose. After completing his MBA, Dan turned to woodworking as a way to stay active, focused, and grounded. What started as a personal outlet slowly evolved into Tilted Knot Woodworks, a full creative venture where Dan builds handcrafted pieces while adapting to physical limitations.
Dan also shares how he documents his process on YouTube, using his platform to show other veterans and makers that creativity, craftsmanship, and community are still possible no matter the obstacles. This conversation is real, inspiring, and a powerful reminder that healing can take many forms — sometimes even in the shape of sawdust and hand‑built art.
