From maintaining fighter jets to leading billion-dollar innovations, Sara Blackmer has built her career on mission, discipline, and fearless leadership. A decorated U.S. Air Force Lieutenant Colonel turned CEO, Managing Partner at Solyco Capital, and Senior Partner at FluidLogic, Sara has proven what’s possible in male-dominated industries like defense, tech, and venture capital. In this episode, she shares lessons on building high-performing cultures, scaling impact with purpose, and thriving as a woman in leadership where the odds aren’t always in your favor.
Solyco Capital: solycocapital.com
FluidLogic: fluidlogic.com
LinkedIn: Sara Blackmer on LinkedIn
From the Air Force to tech: how service became Sara’s lifelong mission.
Translating military discipline into boardroom leadership.
Building cultures of excellence and trust under pressure.
Turning setbacks into fuel for growth.
How Solyco Capital’s operator-led model changes the game in investing.
Scaling innovation at FluidLogic for athletes and tactical professionals.
Thriving as a woman in male-dominated industries.
Redefining success through service, impact, and vision.
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