In episode 96 of Venture Everywhere, Scott Hartley, co-founder and Managing Partner of Everywhere Ventures, sits down with Tim Hsia, co-founder and CEO of VetraFi, a modern banking platform built specifically for military service members and veterans. Tim, a West Point graduate who served two tours in Iraq, shares his journey from platoon leader to founding VetriFi. They help users build credit, save wisely, and achieve long-term financial health through tools like secured cards and high-yield savings accounts. Tim also discusses how VetriFi’s mission-driven approach is empowering enlisted service members to take control of their financial future.

In this episode, you will hear:

How VetriFi serves the 80% of enlisted service members traditional banks overlook.
Building financial fitness through non-patronizing guidance and earned wage access.
The power of the veteran community as the most connected network in America.
VetriFi’s mission-first culture and approach to customer acquisition and brand identity.
Lessons from West Point on preparation, discipline, and leadership in building a startup.

Learn more about Tim Hsia | VetraFi

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timhsia

Website: https://www.vetrafi.com/

Learn more about Scott Harley | Everywhere Ventures

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scotthartley/

Website: https://everywhere.vc/ | https://scotthartley.com/

Operation Military Banking: Tim Hsia with Scott Hartley