143 Countries. A CEO With No Margin for Error

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Corporate Life , Hina Siddiqui sits down with Ryan Hawley, CEO of Odin Industries, to explore the high-stakes world of international medical logistics and defense-based risk mitigation. Ryan Hawley shares his transformation from an emergency room nurse and air ambulance specialist - visiting 143 countries - to a visionary entrepreneur building a legacy of service for veterans and global security firms. He offers a candid look at the sacrifices required for success, famously noting that "Big dreams don't come quietly. They demand risk". Key Takeaways Success requires treating your company like a child, demanding long hours and intense dedication to see it grow. Leadership in crisis-driven industries necessitates emotional resilience and the ability to perform under pressure without becoming overwhelmed. Entrepreneurs must embrace total accountability, as blaming others destroys relationships and hinders company growth. Episode Highlights From the ER to the C-Suite: How a background in nursing prepared Hawley for the adrenaline and tough choices of global business. Scaling Odin Industries: Landing one of the world's largest security firms within a year of starting from a couch. The Cost of Ambition: Honest reflections on missing early family moments to build generational wealth and a lasting legacy. Shield of Odin: Expanding the portfolio to support veterans with medical evidence for disability claims. Timestamps 02:37 — Childhood dreams of firefighting and the shift to nursing 04:16 — International air ambulance nursing and visiting 143 countries 06:31 — Starting Odin Industries and the importance of professional networks 13:14 — How running a business hardens a leader and demands steadfastness 20:37 — The story of the most challenging medical case in Africa 28:07 — Why the movie of his life is titled "Son of Odin" Connect with Guest Website: odinindustriesllc.com Instagram: @odin_ceo or @odin_industries Veteran Services: shieldofodin.com Connect with Hina WEBSITE I LINKEDIN I / hinasiddiqui INSTAGRAM I @hinawithwings YOUTUBE I / @thehinasiddiqui Email I hina@thehinasiddiqui.com Check out Hina's books: Production Credit: Edited and produced by @the32collective_ /

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This episode was published on Feb 18, 2026.

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