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Helping Veterans with their civilian life mission.
One on one, and in community.
The Story
Rick Ellis Bennett, known simply as Rick, was more than just a veteran advocate. He was a friend, a mentor, and a force for good. With his smooth southern drawl and unwavering kindness, Rick had a unique ability to connect with people from all walks of life. His respect for everyone, regardless of rank or position, was legendary.
Rick strengthened my belief in doing the right things for the right reasons, even when it is difficult or unpopular. His unwavering belief in fairness and justice inspired me to found R.E.B.el LLC, as a tribute to his unwavering dedication to veterans and his lifelong commitment to making a difference.
Welcome to REBel LLC! I'm Donna, wife, mom, nurse, veteran, author, blogger, podcaster, and founder of R.E.B.el LLC.
I retired 1 Oct 2020 after 21 years of service in the Air Force.During my last 8 years, I saw firsthand the struggle the service members were having with consistent medical care, administrative chaos, and transition. It was during this time I co-authored Warrior to Patriot Citizen (2017); focused on military transition.
When I retired in 2020, I was completely burned out and was struggling in my own transition. I took 6 months off from life to regroup. I kept myself busy working with our daughter, putting together another book, Pandemic Parodies. It is a humorous take on our family navigating the beginning of the Pandemic.
Over the next year, I found focus. In April 2021, Taking Off The Armor started, It is a weekly blog that is veteran-focused, but not veteran-exclusive. In October of the same year, I launched R.E.B.el LLC and the DBA The Transitioning Warrior, which focuses on Veteran advocacy, coaching and consulting. Since then two podcasts, Veteran events, and Veteran breakfasts have been added to provide additional resources to Veterans.
Over the last 2 years, it has been an exciting journey. R.E.B.el LLC added a second DBA, Publishing Pathfinders. Its goal is to guide and educate new authors through and about the process of self-publishing.
I am blessed to have the love and support of my family and close friends. I am now on a path that feels right. It is all coming together. If I can educate/empower/equip half as well as Rick, I will consider myself, and this business, a success.
I look forward to meeting you...maybe as someone to collaborate with, brainstorm with, mentor, coach, consult...or just have a cup of coffee with. No matter which way, it will be great to connect with you.
With Gratitude,
~Donna
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