From The Dive Shop
From The Dive Shop
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Take a deep dive into the technology, people, & innovation driving the military supply chain at ADS. From today's most advanced gear to the people who design, build, and deploy it, you’ll get a look into the world of defense technology and logistics as we show you what it takes to supply the best military in the world with the best gear.
The name is a nod to our beginnings as a small VA Beach dive shop, developing tailored solutions & selling custom-fit wetsuits for Navy SEALs. Decades later, ADS has grown into a leading US Defense Contractor, maintaining that same commitment to innovation.
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The podcast explores themes such as military technology, leadership in defense contracting, and logistics innovations, with episodes highlighting topics like the use of drones in modern warfare, the impact of military experiences on career transitions, and the role of unconventional leadership styles in the defense sector.
Take a deep dive into the technology, people, & innovation driving the military supply chain at ADS. From today’s most advanced gear to the people who design, build, and deploy it, you’ll get a look into the world of defense technology and logistics as we show you what it takes to supply the best military in the world with the best gear.
The name is a nod to our beginnings as a small VA Beach dive shop, developing tailored solutions & selling custom-fit wetsuits for Navy SEALs. Decades later, ADS has grown into a leading US Defense Contractor, maintaining that same commitment to innovation.
In this episode of From the Dive Shop, Jen puts her co-host in the guest chair to spotlight the dynamic and unexpected journey of Patrick Shipp. From aspiring ski-bum in Summit County, Colorado, to two decades as a Civil Affairs Soldier in the Army Reserves, Patrick’s winding path ultimately led him to ADS, where he now serves as the Sales Operations Manager. It’s an engaging and entertaining look at resilience, adaptability, and carving your own path.
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Connect With This Week’s Hosts:
- Jen Weir Edwards: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-weir-edwards-3aa28527/
- Patrick Shipp: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-shipp-829449a/
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