Master Chief Bill Houlihan has been serving his country in the U.S. Navy for nearly 30 years, honing his leadership skills and shaping young lives along the way. In this special Veteran's Day episode of the Move People podcast, we find out what it takes to lead through changing times and excel in the cause of national defense.

Erin Wade's path to ownership of three fresh-fare restaurants has traversed many phases and locations, but her experiences helped shape a visionary leader with a passion for encouraging healthy relationships between people and their food. Check out our conversation with the owner of Vinaigrette on the 30th episode of Move People.

John Merandi once competed at the highest level, butting heads with large, angry men as center for the University of Notre Dame. These days he leads clinical operations for a major dental chain and raises sons in the Houston area. Along the way, he's learned a lot about the power of competition and fair play.

Tim Hayden is a longtime entrepreneur and leader on the Austin tech scene, leading new developments in the way organizations think and connect with customers. In our conversation, he touches on the challenge of staying people-focused in a tech-centric world.

Vince Friedewald has not only created a remarkable Texas lifestyle company in No. 4 St. James, he's also merging the Tiny Home ethos with innovative retail in the form of his Tiny Texas Embassy. Listen in to hear his experience building a powerful brand and making tough choices along the way.

Texas is one of America's most veteran-friendly states and Matt Elledge is working to make it friendlier as the head of the Texas Veterans Land Board. He is on a mission to let veterans know the remarkable array of resources available to them and won't stop working until the job is done. Listen in as we discuss leadership in combat, the workplace and life.

Reggie Brooks once scored a touchdown for Notre Dame unconscious, but he lives with his eyes open and his heart attuned to a strong set of core values. Whether you love football or cherish a story of education transforming a young man's life, check out this conversation with Notre Dame legend, Reggie Brooks.

Phil Wilson has led some of the state's most vital infrastructure organizations, whipped cancer and stayed true to his faith. Along the way, his collaborative leadership style, plainspoken manner and sensible conservatism has left an indelible mark on Texas. Subscribe to the Move People Podcast (overflo.it/movepeoplepodcast) to hear his story.

Steve Simmons is a classic Austin, Texas entrepreneur: innovative, driven and unerringly direct in his way of speaking. With his wife, Amy, he has built a series of world-class brands including Amy's Ice Cream, Phil's Icehouse and Honey's Pizza by focusing relentlessly on customer customer service. Check out his interview on the Move People Podcast (overflo.it/movepeoplepodcast) for his take on empowering people, maintaining high standards and fighting city hall.

Born into a legendary Texas political family, Christi Craddick has cut her own path to leadership at the agency that regulates what maybe Texas' most iconic products: oil & gas. As a member of the Texas Railroad Commission, she applies a lifetime of learning to an industry that means jobs, commerce and freedom for millions of Americans. Check out our conversation with her on the Move People Podcast, overflo.it/movepeoplepodcast