Category Archives: Podcast

About This Episode In this episode of the Tactical Business Podcast, host Wade Skalsky sits down with Christopher Ryan, the founder and sole craftsman behind Mayhem Leather Company. Christopher shares his remarkable journey from a full-time audio/visual technician to a master artisan creating high-end, custom leather holsters and exotic gun grips. Insights In This EpisodeContinue reading “Christopher Ryan: From 9 to 5 To Making Exotic Leather Holsters”

About This Episode In this episode of the Tactical Business Podcast, host Wade Skalsky sits down with Nick Delgado. Tactical strength expert Nick Delgado break down the warrior mindset – how barbell training, combat sports, and firearms proficiency create a complete self-defense system. Learn why strength is your first line of defense, how jiu-jitsu developsContinue reading “Nick Delgadillo: The Combat Summit”

About This Episode In this episode of the Tactical Business Podcast, host Wade Skalsky sits down with Spencer Feldman, inventor and founder of Greenlight Sights, to discuss his revolutionary firearm optic designed for speed and accuracy in high-stress situations. Spencer shares how his background in alternative medicine led to creating a game-changing sight that enhancesContinue reading “Spencer Feldman: The Inventor Of The Green Light Sight (Shoot Faster)”

About This Episode In today’s episode of Tactical Business, host Wade Skalsky sits down with Mark Kenton from Kenton Industries. Mark Kenton about his journey from shooting enthusiast to founder of Kenton Industries, a leader in custom bullet drop compensator (BDC) turrets that simplify long-range precision. Mark shares how he turned a passion into a thriving business, overcoming manufacturingContinue reading “Kenton Industries : Simplifying Long Range Precision Shooting With Tech”

About This Episode In today’s episode of Tactical Business, host Wade Skalsky sits down with Andy Hallinan from Carry Daily to discuss game-changing marketing strategies for firearm instructors and FFLs. Andy reveals how firearm instructors and FFLs can leverage Facebook ads, email lists, and direct response strategies to scale—even during political slumps. Learn why sellingContinue reading “Andy Hallinan: Elite Marketing Strategies For The 2a Space”

About This Episode In today’s episode of Tactical Business, host Wade Skalsky sits down with Anthony Pace from Freedom Hunters. Join us for an inspiring conversation with Anthony Pace from Freedom Hunters, a nonprofit that takes veterans on life-changing outdoor adventures. From Colorado hunting roots to organizing global veteran hunts, Anthony shares how nature andContinue reading “Freedom Hunters: Combining The Great Outdoors With Veteran Outreach”

About This Episode In today’s episode of Tactical Business, host Wade Skalsky sits down with David Merrill of Bow Spider. Learn why failure is just finding ways that don’t work (thanks, Edison) and how marketing can trump product perfection. Hear a wild 30-year regret about a missed patent opportunity, plus why launching now beats endlessContinue reading “David Merrill: How A Missed Opportunity Changed Bowhunting Forever”

About This Episode In today’s episode of Tactical Business, host Wade Skalsky sits down with Woody Morrisson of VC Firearms Training, a firearms instructor with a unique, laid-back teaching style tailored to individual needs—especially women looking to defend themselves. Woody shares his journey from offering free training to building a niche “lifestyle business” that prioritizesContinue reading “Woody Morrisson: Building A Lifestyle Firearm Training Business”

About This Episode In today’s episode of Tactical Business, host Wade Skalsky sits down with Michael Schwartz of San Diego County Gun Owners. Michael breaks down 15 powerful moments that shaped the early days of SDCGO. From bold leadership moves to major political victories, these highlights show how a grassroots movement turned into a regionalContinue reading “Michael Schwartz: From Banker To 2A Advocate”

About This Episode In today’s episode of Tactical Business, host Wade Skalsky sits down with Tom Denniston of Fort Thompson Sporting Goods. From humble beginnings to a thriving sporting goods empire—Tom Denniston shares the incredible journey of building a store with good people, smart business moves, and a deep passion for hunting. From the riseContinue reading “Building A Sporting Goods Store With Good People – Tom Denniston”

About This Episode In today’s episode of Tactical Business, host Wade Skalsky sits down with Keenan Allemond of Lateral Limits Works to talk about the challenges and triumphs of starting and running a firearms business. He shares his journey of finding a location, securing an FFL, and navigating inventory shortages during COVID. Keenan also divesContinue reading “Building an FFL Business Fast! – Keenan Allemond”