Dr. Steven’s Entrepreneurship Qualifications

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Experience level: Vice President

100+ people coached for Entrepreneurship

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Dr. Steven Crane is a decorated serial entrepreneur and United States Marine Corps Veteran known for high-performance coaching and helping people break into the next level of their lives. Dr. Crane is a best-selling author, keynote speaker, executive coach, philanthropist, and international trainer whose incredible transformation from homeless to retired and thriving in 5 years has captured the attention of thousands. He has been featured on FOX, CBS, ABC, NBC, MarketWatch, USA Today, and many more. Dr. Crane is a highly-respected advocate of the veteran community, dedicating 3,500+ hours of mentorship and volunteer work and delivering over $3.8B in benefits to veterans around the world. He has also been commended for devising and implementing innovative programs and leading global teams to pinpoint and explore new opportunities to inspire powerful personal transformation.

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Why do I coach?

Coaching saved my life. Not in a metaphorical way—literally. There was a night, not long after I was discharged from the Marine Corps, when I sat in my car, alone, broken, and on the brink of ending it all. I had gone from serving my country with pride to being homeless, directionless, and drowning in a sense of failure that consumed me. The life I had planned for myself had been ripped away in an instant. The people I thought I could turn to weren’t there. I felt abandoned, discarded, and utterly hopeless. Then, something happened. Through the darkness, someone reached out—a coach, a mentor, someone who saw in me what I couldn’t see in myself. They challenged me, forced me to ask better questions, and most importantly, helped me realize that my current situation did not define my future. That moment changed everything. Instead of giving up, I made a decision: I would dedicate my life to learning everything I could about success, resilience, financial independence, and transformation—so that no one else would have to feel the way I did. I went all in. Over the years, I immersed myself in education, earning over 130 professional certifications and financial designations, all so I could become a true expert, a resource that others could trust. I built and scaled multiple businesses, securing over $3.8 billion in benefits for veterans worldwide. I’ve mentored thousands, spoken on stages across the country, and helped fellow veterans, professionals, and entrepreneurs reclaim their lives, just like I did. Coaching isn’t just my profession. It’s my mission. I coach because I know what it’s like to feel stuck, to believe you’ve hit a dead end, to think there’s no way out. And I also know that there is always a way forward—if you have the right strategy, the right mindset, and someone in your corner who refuses to let you give up. Whether you’re transitioning out of the military, building a business, or trying to take control of your financial future, I bring battle-tested experience, real-world solutions, and a no-BS approach to getting results. I don’t just teach theory—I’ve lived it, mastered it, and now I coach others to do the same. If you’re ready to stop surviving and start thriving, let’s talk. Because I promise you this: your best chapter is still ahead.

Work Experience

Founder

Veteran Roadmap

2018 - Present

👉 Helping military veterans & their families 𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐚 𝐫𝐨𝐚𝐝𝐦𝐚𝐩 to a brighter future! ➡️ 𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐌𝐈𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍: We strive to help veterans navigate the complexities of civilian life by 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐚 𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐫𝐨𝐚𝐝𝐦𝐚𝐩 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 - from benefits, VA disability, finances, mindset, networking, and entrepreneurship; we are here to serve those who served us! ➡️ 𝐖𝐇𝐀𝐓 𝐖𝐄 𝐃𝐎: We provide you a 𝐍𝐎-𝐅𝐋𝐔𝐅𝐅-𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐀𝐂𝐇 by meeting you where you are and providing resources, coaching, and services that move the needle on providing for you and your family! ➡️ 𝐇𝐎𝐖 𝐖𝐄 𝐃𝐎 𝐈𝐓: By completing a 𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝟏-𝐩𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭, our team immediately begins working for you! This simple assessment covers the following key areas as we look to provide a 𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡 to your care: ⭐️ Personal Development ⭐️ Faith/Spiritual Awareness ⭐️ Fun & Enjoyment ⭐️ Relationships ⭐️ Health/Fitness ⭐️ Personal Finance ⭐️ Career/Profession ⭐️ Family After completing this exercise, we will meet with you to talk about resources/services that will advance your current position and connect you with mentors who will personally help you in their field of expertise. ➡️ 𝐖𝐇𝐀𝐓 𝐌𝐀𝐊𝐄𝐒 𝐔𝐒 𝐃𝐈𝐅𝐅𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐓: The Skillbridge program gives you experience… Some companies provide you with free training/certifications... The TAP gives you a 30-second overview of things to expect… Other organizations will give you a resume and a job… These are all incredibly useful - 𝐖𝐇𝐄𝐍 𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐘 𝐀𝐑𝐄 𝐔𝐒𝐄𝐃 𝐈𝐍 𝐀 𝐒𝐘𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐂 𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐀𝐂𝐇! We give you 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐲 𝐇𝐎𝐏𝐄…𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐚 𝐦𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐋𝐈𝐅𝐄! We fill in the gaps and provide a holistic approach to your success! 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞: ✅ Free Resources & Events ✅ Private Mentorship ✅ Professional Coaching 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐔𝐬 𝐓𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲! ☎️ (202) 816-6499 (call or text) 📧 stevencrane@veteranroadmap.org

Education

University of Southern California

Doctor of Education - Ed.D., Organizational Change & Leadership

COURSES: Framing Organizational Change and Leadership Fundamentals of Creativity, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship Challenges in Urban Education: Diversity Challenges in Urban Education: Leadership Education Performance Problems - The Role of Learning Analyzing Organizational Change and its Effectiveness Inquiry Methods I Challenges in Urban Education: Accountability Inquiry Methods II Using Communication to Facilitate Change Research Dissertation in Practice I Dissertation in Practice II Economics of Organizational Change and Learning Environments Inquiry III Dissertation in Practice III Building Capacity for Organizational Change Dissertation in Practice IV

Regent University

Master of Financial Planning & Law - M.A., Estate Planning & Taxation

COURSES: Graduate Foundations for Law Financial Planning Portfolio Analysis Foundations of Legal Thought Insurance Law & Planning Professional Conduct & Relationships Fundamentals of Estate Planning Capstone in Financial Planning Survey of Taxation Contract Law Financial Analysis

Pennsylvania State University

Master of Project Management - M.P.M., Team Leadership

COURSES: Project Management Strategy: Corporate, Business, and Project Interpersonal and Group Behavior Cost & Value Management Planning & Resource Management Foundations in Organizational Development & Change Engineering Across Cultures and Nations Organizations Project Team Leadership Management of Projects

Ohio University

Master of Business Administration - M.B.A., Business Analytics

COURSES: Data Analysis for Decision Making Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management Accounting for Executives Managerial Finance Strategic Use of Information Predictive Analytics Operations Management Data Management, Business Intelligence & Analytics Strategic Marketing and Supply Chain Management Prescriptive Analytics Strategic Leadership Applied Business Experience

George Mason University

C-Suite Development - Chief Learning Officer (CLO)

COURSES: Business Acumen & Communication Corporate Citizenship & Sustainability Developing a Human Capital Strategic Plan Developing & Executing a Strategic Plan Innovation Leading Innovation in Learning & The Technologies of Learning Managing The Learning & Talent Development Operation Relational Leadership Strategic Thinking, Value Proposition Models & Mission Fulfillment Talent Development Policies Talent Measurement & Analytics The Being of a C-Suite Leader The Business of Talent Transformation & Change Management Value Propositions of Learning & Talent Management

University of Sedona

Doctor of Philosophy - Ph.D., Holistic Life Coaching

Holistic life coaching is based on a whole person concept of working with the body, mind, and spirit, or God. This is usually a one-on-one process. A holistic life coach will discuss what is happening in the environment and the experience of clients, underlying and limiting beliefs, and develop a spiritual practice that works for the client – within their own religion or faith. Generally speaking, a coach will work with someone on a subject or topic-related goal, establishing the best route to the achievement of that goal. Another scenario is in helping the client clarify or establish clear goals with an emphasis on God’s Inner Presence for achievement.

University of Metaphysics

Master of Metaphysical Science - M.Msc., Spirituality & Mindfulness

COURSES: The Metaphysical Psychology of Consciousness Psychic-Mystical Aspects of Metaphysics Pastoral Psychology The Practitioner’s Metaphysical Healing Practice Dream Interpretation: Its Role in Metaphysics Meditation Self-Hypnosis The Bible and Metaphysics Yoga: Its Adaptation to Western Thinking Metaphysical Semantics and Doctoral Communication

University of South Florida

Certificate - Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion in the Workplace

COURSES: Emotional Intelligence Stereotypes And Biases In The Workplace Understanding Your Organization Future Of Your Organization Through DEI Recruitment & Retention Community Outreach 7 Sustainable Business Models

Cornell University

Master's Certificate - Executive Leadership and ManagementMaster's Certificate - Executive Leadership and Management

COURSES: Leading Organizational Change Quality and Service Excellence Leading Collaborative Teams Strategic Decision Making Coaching Skills for Leaders Leading With Credibility Motivating People for High Performance Leading Strategic Change Initiatives

Villanova University

Master's Certificate - Certified Professional Business Process Management (CPBPM)Master's Certificate - Certified Professional Business Process Management (CPBPM)

COURSES: Essentials of Business Process Management Mastering Process Methodology and Solutions Advanced Process Strategy & Practices TOPICS COVERED: Workflow Engines Business Activity Monitoring (BAM) Value Chain Process Metrics Graphical Designs and Models Data Analysis Streamlining and Optimization Process Change Documentation and Standards Process Mapping Business Architecture Organization Structures Embedded Workflows (ERP)

ESSEC Business School

Certificate - Diversity & Inclusion in the WorkplaceCertificate - Diversity & Inclusion in the Workplace

TOPICS COVERED: Diversity, Inclusion, & Equity Categorization and Diversity Perceptions Disrupting with Diversity Diversity & Inclusion Around the World Benefits of Cultural & Social Diversity

Syracuse University

Certificate - Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR)Certificate - Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR)

TOPICS COVERED: Leadership and Strategy Employee Relations and Engagement Talent Planning and Acquisition Learning and Development Total Rewards

Villanova University

Master's Certificate - Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (LSSBB)Master's Certificate - Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (LSSBB)

COURSES: Define, Measure, Analyze, Implement, Control (DMAIC) Building Strong Teams Kaizen Events and Continuous Improvement TOPICS COVERED: Process Capability Studies (Cp/Cpk) Kaizen Events 5S Application Value Stream Mapping Continuous Improvement Regression Analysis Statistical Analysis Process Capability (Pp/Ppk) Team Dynamics and Stages Analysis of Variation (ANOVA) Cost of Poor Quality Theory of Constraints Flow Charting and Process Mapping

University of Metaphysics

Bachelor of Metaphysical Science - B.Msc., Divinity/MinistryBachelor of Metaphysical Science - B.Msc., Divinity/Ministry

COURSES: Conscious Spiritual Self-Realization for Success Establishing and Accomplishing Your Goals How to Put Action Behind Your Meditations for Success and Happiness Mastering Weakness Through Your Inner God Power Establishing and Maintaining a Positive Transcendent Attitude Metaphysical Principles of Winning the Game of Life Establishing Mystical Self-Direction Spiritual Mind Magnetism Channeling God-Power Into Your Daily Activities Eliminating the Negative – Strengthening the Positive Spiritual Mind Treatment How to Handle Problems as They Arise Establishing Positive New Patterns In Your Life The Power of Meditation Practices Reversing Negative Trends into Positive Ones A Complete Daily Mental Rebirth Treatment The Metaphysical Philosophy of New Consciousness for Successful Living How to Practice the Power of Transcendent Awareness In Daily Living Metaphysical Sensitivity Training Metaphysical Principles for Achieving Happiness Establishing and Maintaining Control over Your Life

American Military University

Bachelor of Arts - B.A., Criminal Justice

COURSES: Foundations of Online Learning American History to 1877 Human Sexuality American History since 1877 College Algebra American Government I American Literature from The Civil War to Present Introduction to Psychology Introduction to Law Enforcement Effectiveness in Writing Evidence and Procedures Juvenile Delinquency Introduction to Human Anatomy & Physiology with Lab Research Methods of Criminal Justice & Security U.S. Law Enforcement Introduction to the Courts Criminal Justice Administration Criminal Investigation Stress Management in Law Enforcement Constitutional Law Criminal Legal Process Ethics in Criminal Justice Corrections and Incarceration Criminology Senior Seminar in Criminal Justice Criminal Law

Strayer College

Certificate - Income Tax

TOPICS COVERED: Wages, Income, & Taxes Filing Requirements Qualifying Dependents & Support Dependent-Related Filing Statuses EIC & ACTC Retirement Additional Income & Adjustments To Income Itemized Deductions Credits Education Provisions Capital Assets Self-Employment Income Depreciation Passive Income Special Topics Ethical & State Tax Fundamentals