EP 81: Navy SEAL, Ryan McMillan with Grayboe

Welcome to the Frogman Friday Show! Today, host Ryan "Birdman" Parrott is joined by Former Navy SEAL, Ryan McMillan who shares his journey from being a Navy SEAL to becoming an entrepreneur. He discusses the challenges of transitioning to civilian life, the entrepreneurial spirit that drives him, and the founding of his company, Grayboe, which innovates rifle stock technology. McMillan emphasizes the importance of efficiency and customer experience in his business, detailing how Grayboe simplifies the ordering process for rifle stocks. He also shares his vision for the future of the company and the firearms industry. In this conversation, Ryan McMillan discusses the growth and evolution of his company, Grayboe, focusing on maximizing brand exposure through various sales channels, including direct-to-consumer and retail distribution. He shares insights into the challenges of entrepreneurship, the importance of human connection, and his journey into podcasting, where he aims to connect with interesting individuals and share their stories. McMillan reflects on the lessons learned from his military training, emphasizing resilience and the ability to endure challenges as key components of success in both business and life.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Ryan McMillan
00:57 Transitioning from Military to Civilian Life
04:06 Entrepreneurial Spirit and Business Challenges
06:01 Founding Graybo: The Journey Begins
10:02 Innovating Rifle Stock Technology
13:57 Streamlining the Ordering Process
18:11 Future Vision for Graybo
19:46 Maximizing Brand Exposure
22:03 The Evolution of Greybough
24:43 The Journey into Podcasting
30:08 In-Person Connections and Podcast Growth
33:15 Lessons from BUD/S Training

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www.Grayboe.com

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