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#75 From Military Spouse Life to Aerial Innovation: The BEAD Story

Jan 27, 2026 Β· 33 min

About this episode

πŸŽ™ On this episode of The Goode Show, I sit down with Sherri Painter β€” military spouse, entrepreneur, and Co-Founder of BEAD (Birds Eye Aerial Drones). Sherri gives us an inside look at how she and her husband built a cutting-edge aerial drone business serving commercial real estate, construction, first responders, public safety, and more. As a military spouse, Sherri understands how to balance business ownership, family life, deployments, and the ever-changing rhythm of military service. She shares the realities of building a company with your spouse β€” dividing roles, communicating effectively, and creating a structure that strengthens both the marriage and the mission. ✨ In this episode, we cover: The origin and mission behind Birds Eye Aerial Drones (BEAD) What it’s really like running a business with your husband β€” the wins and the challenges How military life shaped her resilience and leadership skills Managing time, family priorities, and personal identity as both a spouse and entrepreneur The future of drone technology and growing opportunities in the industry Whether you’re a military spouse, entrepreneur, or dreaming of launching a business with your partner, Sherri’s journey is a powerful example of teamwork, vision, and perseverance. πŸ’¬ Drop a comment and let us know what part of Sherri’s story resonated most with you! πŸ‘ Like this video if you enjoy real conversations about military life and entrepreneurship. πŸ”” Subscribe to The Goode Show for more inspiring stories from military spouses, veterans, and leaders making an impact. πŸ“€ Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement to chase their own business dream.