Advisory Board Member

Dave Diaz is a U.S. Marine Corps Veteran, entrepreneur, and strategic growth leader with more than three decades of experience in technology sales, business development, and mission-driven leadership. He currently serves as Founder and Strategic Growth Lead of the Attention Now Podcast, where he amplifies the voices of high-performing leaders, veterans, and innovators.

Since launching his first venture, Cloud Technology Institute, Dave scaled the by forging high-impact partnerships, executing strategic vision, and applying disciplined operational leadership. His career spans technology, media, and veteran-focused initiatives, with leadership roles in sales, marketing, organizational development, and content production.

Dave has collaborated with elite performers, Special Forces operators, medical innovators, actors, and national thought leaders, bringing together diverse expertise to create platforms that drive impact and results. A significant focus of his work is supporting veterans through purpose-driven initiatives that address mental health, recovery, entrepreneurship, and successful reintegration into civilian life.

He has completed extensive professional training in leadership, technology sales, and business development, and hands-on entrepreneurial experience.

Major Achievements

• Spearheaded successful business partnerships since 1994
• Creator and host of the Attention Now Podcast, featuring military veterans, Special Forces, physicians, actors, and industry innovators
• Developed veteran-centric outreach platforms supporting wellness, recovery, and purpose-driven entrepreneurship
• Recognized for leadership and influence within the technology and entrepreneurial communities

Dave brings a unique blend of military-influenced discipline, entrepreneurial resilience, and modern growth strategy to the Veteran Business Project. His commitment to helping veterans rediscover mission, purpose, and opportunity aligns directly with the organization’s core values and long-term vision.

Outside of business, Dave is a dedicated advocate for veteran wellness and a passionate storyteller committed to honoring those who serve. He lives by his guiding principle: “Stay focused, stay winning.