Veteran leadership doesn’t end when military service concludes—it evolves. That was the central message during PuroVet’s recent appearance on The Steve Gruber Show, where host Steve Gruber welcomed Brigadier General (Ret.) Dick Miller, Major General (Ret.) Cornell A. Wilson Jr., along with Paul Edelstein for a conversation about veteran entrepreneurship, business ownership, and the mission behind PuroClean’s PuroVet Program.
From Service to Business Ownership
The panel explored the qualities that make veterans exceptional business owners—discipline, accountability, adaptability, and the ability to lead under pressure. Those same characteristics have become the foundation of the PuroVet Program, which helps qualified veterans evaluate and pursue franchise ownership within PuroClean’s growing restoration network.
Property restoration is a mission-driven industry where business owners have the opportunity to help families and businesses recover after disasters. For veterans, it offers another way to continue serving others while building a successful future for themselves and their families.
A Powerful Fireside Chat at the PuroClean International Convention
The conversation on The Steve Gruber Show served as an excellent introduction to one of the highlights of the 2026 PuroClean International Convention—a powerful Fireside Chat featuring Brigadier General (Ret.) Dick Miller and Major General (Ret.) Cornell A. Wilson Jr., moderated by Steve White, President and COO of PuroClean and a retired U.S. Army Captain.
Convention attendees heard firsthand how the leadership principles developed in uniform continue to drive success in civilian life and why entrepreneurship provides veterans with another opportunity to lead with purpose.
Continuing the Mission
“Veterans have spent their lives leading teams, solving problems under pressure, and operating with purpose,” said Brigadier General (Ret.) Dick Miller. “Programs like PuroVet help veterans apply those same leadership skills toward building businesses, supporting communities, and creating lasting impact.”
Major General (Ret.) Cornell A. Wilson Jr. echoed that sentiment.
“I am honored to be part of the PuroVet team and support a mission that creates meaningful opportunities for veterans beyond military service. Service does not end when the uniform comes off. PuroVet creates another pathway for veterans to lead, build, and continue making a difference in communities across the country.”
Building More Than Franchise Owners
Frank Torre, Vice Chairman of PuroClean and leader of the PuroVet Program initiative, emphasized the organization’s long-term commitment to veterans.
“At PuroClean, we believe veterans already possess many of the qualities needed to become highly successful business owners, PuroVet was created to provide veterans with a pathway, support system, and mission-driven opportunity where they can continue leading while building businesses that create lasting impact in their communities.”
Supporting Veterans Every Step of the Way
The PuroVet Program provides qualified veterans with financial incentives, comprehensive training, mentorship, financing guidance, and access to PuroClean’s national support network. Combined with one of the nation’s leading property restoration franchise systems, veterans gain the resources they need to confidently transition into business ownership.
As demonstrated on The Steve Gruber Show and reinforced during the PuroClean International Convention, PuroVet is more than a franchise program—it’s a commitment to ensuring veterans continue in leadership, serve, and make a meaningful impact in communities across America.
If you’re a veteran interested in business ownership and looking for a mission-driven opportunity, visit PuroVet.com or call 888-PUROVET to discover how PuroClean’s PuroVet Program can help you begin your next chapter of service.
