Navy SEAL Builds $100M Empire & Erases Millions in Veteran Debt | Bear Handlon #84 #veteransupport #bornprimitive #entrepreneurship In this inspiring episode of The Wild Chaos Podcast, Bear Handlon, a Navy SEAL turned entrepreneur, shares his incredible journey from military service to building a $100M brand, Born Primitive. Please visit our website to get more information: https://wildchaosshow.com/ Starting from his garage, Bear’s journey is a testament to resilience, grit, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. He talks about the pivotal moments that shaped his entrepreneurial mindset and how his military background played a key role in his business success. Bear also opens up about his mission to support veterans, specifically how he and Born Primitive erased $11 million in veteran medical debt as part of their "Operation Debt of Gratitude." This initiative is now set to expand, with a goal of reaching $25 million in debt relief, helping thousands of veterans who are struggling with medical bills. Bear’s story isn’t just about business; it’s about using success to give back to those who served. Along the way, he shares his values on product integrity, business growth, and how to navigate the challenges of scaling a brand. If you believe in the power of entrepreneurship to create change, or if you’re passionate about supporting veterans, this episode is a must-watch. Visit Born Primitive @bornprimitiveoutdoor and subscribe to their newsletter to follow along on their campaign to support! Apple iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wild-chaos-podcast/id1732761860 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5KFGZ6uABb1sQlfkE2TIoc?si=8ff748aa4fc64331 CHAPTERS: 00:00:00 From Garage To $100M Brand 00:02:40 Values, Veterans, And Real Giveback 00:04:15 Bear’s Early Life And 9/11 Spark 00:06:10 Yale, Red Bull, And The SEAL Bug 00:10:40 Secret Training And Ultimatum At Home 00:14:20 OCS, BUD/S, And Starting Born Primitive 00:18:20 Building A Company From The Garage 00:23:30 Scrappy Growth: Events And Leave Days 00:27:18 Honest Advice For Would‑Be Founders 00:31:40 BUD/S Reality And Hell Week Attrition 00:39:50 Earning The Trident And Team Culture 00:43:56 Near‑Miss Jump And VBSS Dangers 00:50:40 Dual Life: Platoon Ops And Payroll 00:55:48 Footwear Bet That Changed The Business 01:01:40 Expanding To Outdoor And Tactical 01:07:18 Product Integrity Over Hype 01:13:40 Brand Backbone: Standing By Values 01:22:40 Lawsuits, Targets, And Thick Skin 01:28:20 Why The Giveback Is The Point 01:33:50 Operation Debt Of Gratitude: $11M To $25M 01:41:20 Impact Stories And Bigger Goals 01:48:00 Rallying Other Brands And The VA 01:55:20 Fatherhood, Faith, And Perspective 02:10:00 Final Message To Veterans 🔔𝐃𝐨𝐧'𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐮𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬. https://www.youtube.com/@wildchaospod/?sub_confirmation=1 🔗 Stay Connected With Us. Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/TheWildChaosPodcast Instagram (The Wild Chaos Podcast): https://www.instagram.com/wildchaospodcast/ Instagram (Bam): https://www.instagram.com/bambam0069/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wildchaospodcast Website: https://wildchaosshow.com/ 📩 For business inquiries: bam@sempersocial.com ============================= 🎬Suggested videos for you: ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5c7ESGgxVoY ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Syc0LbBInE ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LtLt0DwADdY ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dl0O3SxMbwk ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s1jmUyN5rZk ================================= #veteransupport #bornprimitive #entrepreneurship #militarysuccess #veterans #veterancharity Navy SEAL Builds $100M Empire & Erases Millions in Veteran Debt | Bear Handlon #84