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April 8th, 2026

Building Veteran Community After Service | Pedro Zambrano & Veteran Coffee Connection

  1. Building Veteran Community After Service | Pedro Zambrano & Veteran Coffee Connection Shawn Welsh, Keith Cassant, Eric Brew, Mark Elder; Hira Paulin; Kingsley Scott 27:32

Description:

Pedro Zambrano joins the VET S.O.S. Network to dive into the power of authentic conversation, mentorship, and community through his initiative Veteran Coffee Connection.

After serving 23 years in the Marine Corps, Pedro recognized how difficult military transition can be—even for those who think they’re prepared. Through weekly virtual gatherings, he now brings veterans together to share lessons learned, provide mentorship, and help one another navigate life after service.

In this episode, we explore:

• Why Relationships and networking are the foundation of successful transition
• How Veteran Coffee Connection helps veterans find Clarity and direction
• The leadership mindset veterans must adopt after leaving the military

Whether you’re navigating military transition, building a career, or looking for a veteran community that understands your journey, this conversation offers practical insight and real-world guidance.

About the Guest:

Pedro Zambrano is a retired Marine Corps leader and the founder of Veteran Coffee Connection, a mentorship-driven community focused on leadership, transition guidance, and professional Growth for veterans. His mission is simple: create authentic conversations that help veterans rebuild confidence and succeed in life after service.

Grab the Lifeline:

The VET S.O.S. Network connects veterans, spouses, and service members with real resources and real people who want to see you thrive.

Follow the Show & Explore More Episodes:

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Connect with VET S.O.S.:

Website: vetsospodcast.com
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Shawn Welsh Founder, VET S.O.S. Podcast

Shawn Welsh is the Founder and Co-Host of the VET S.O.S. Podcast. The show features information and resources about veteran support organizations and key personnel in the veteran support community. With a passion for helping others, he started VET S.O.S. to provide a lifeline to veterans, transitioning service members and military spouses.

Shawn is a retired U.S. Army veteran with over twenty years of experience as an intelligence professional. As a senior noncommissioned officer, he was dedicated to taking care of his Soldiers and continues that mission today with VET S.O.S. Shawn holds several advanced degrees including a Master’s Degree in administrative leadership from the University of Oklahoma. A member of the Maxwell Leadership Team, Shawn is also a certified resiliency trainer who lives in Jacksonville, Florida with his wife and their two children.