# William Branum (SEAL Team Leadership, CBD's Healing Qualitites and Compassion in Combat) - Episode 1237

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Published: 2026-05-07T21:44:47+00:00
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## Resource

William Branum is a retired Navy SEAL with 26 years of elite military service, leading high-stakes missions around the world, including operations in Iraq and Afghanistan that required presidential approval. From sniper instructor to SEAL Team leader, William forged unshakable leadership under the most extreme conditions on earth. Since hanging up the uniform, William has become a sought-after speaker, author, and business leader, teaching organizations, from universities to Fortune 500 companies, how to build resilient teams, lead under pressure, and thrive in adversity. He is also the founder of Naked Warrior Recovery, a mission-driven company dedicated to supporting veterans and mental health initiatives through partnerships with organizations like the Navy SEAL Foundation, Centurion Military Alliance, and 22Zero. William’s mission today is simple: to help others develop the discipline, resilience, and mindset it takes to lead, succeed, and never back down—no matter the battlefield. https://williambranum.com/

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