MILCOM Founders Podcast — Episode 24: From Air Force Officer to Startup Attorney with Kevin Milgram
- Kevin’s path from civilian to Air Force officer after being inspired by 9/11
- His diverse military experience spanning cyber operations, unmanned aircraft systems, and B-1B bomber operations
- The transition from active duty to law school and discovering his passion for startup law
- How military leadership principles translate directly to legal practice and client service
- The critical decision-making moments that can make or break a startup’s future
- Why dual-use technology companies have the best chance of surviving the “valley of death”
- Military service instills leadership skills that directly apply to advising startup founders
- The importance of maintaining multiple strategic paths and keeping doors open for future opportunities
- Why founders need specialized legal counsel for different stages of growth
- How “one team” mentality builds trust and accelerates results in professional relationships
- The value of surrounding yourself with the right advisors before you need them
- Why being “capital ready” means preparing long before you actually need funding
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinmilgram/
- Firm Website: https://www.dlapiper.com/en-us/people/m/milgram-kevin
Kevin Milgram is a legal advisor who specializes in guiding emerging growth companies and investors through formation, venture capital financing, and mergers and acquisitions. He represents innovative clients across defense and dual-use technology, aerospace, cybersecurity, and software sectors, with a particular focus on supporting military veteran-led startups as they scale and secure funding.
His distinguished military background includes service as a U.S. Air Force officer, where he contributed to diverse missions spanning cyber operations, unmanned aircraft systems, and B-1B bomber operations, developing the strategic thinking and operational expertise that now serves his legal practice.
Beyond his corporate work, Kevin demonstrates his commitment to the veteran community by representing nonprofit organizations serving military veterans and providing pro bono legal support to military veteran and spouse entrepreneurs.
The MILCOM Founders Podcast champions and celebrates military community business owners. Each episode brings practical insights and lessons learned from successful veteran entrepreneurs.
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