Travis Makes Money INTERVIEW: Make Money by Leading with Service: From Fighter Jets to FluidLogic | Sara Blackmer
Sara Blackmer is not your typical CEO. A decorated U.S. Air Force Lieutenant Colonel turned award-winning tech executive, Sara brings battlefield precision and boardroom credibility to her ventures. As a senior partner at Salaiko Capital and CEO of FluidLogic, she blends her passion for service, technology, and leadership to create cultures of excellence and drive innovation.
On this episode we talk about:
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What 15 generations of military service taught Sara about leadership and resilience
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How she transitioned from the Air Force to high-level tech entrepreneurship
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Building a problem-solving mindset that thrives in both combat and corporate environments
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Why following your curiosity can lead to your dream career—one you didn’t even know existed
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The science of hydration and why most people aren’t “doing water right”
Top 3 Takeaways
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Your career path doesn’t need to be linear—focus on your “why,” give 110%, and opportunities will find you.
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True leadership starts with service, whether it’s for your country, your team, or your customers.
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Hydration is a simple yet overlooked performance multiplier—mastering it can dramatically improve focus and recovery.
Notable Quotes
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“You can have any life you want, but you can’t have every life you want.”
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“There is no one right path—your job is to bring 110% to whatever you’re doing right now.”
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“If you just do water right, you’ll be amazed at how much better your body performs.”
Connect with Sara Blackmer:
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LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sarablackmer
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Website: fluidlogic.com
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Company: solycocapital.com
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