Welcome back to Part 2 of our inspiring conversation with serial entrepreneur and founder of Combat Syndicate, Sam Lionelli. In this episode of Beauty & The Brain, hosts Dr. Chris Croley and Jerry Drinkard go even deeper into Sam’s personal story of resilience, transformation, and purpose-driven business.

🎙️ After sharing his entrepreneurial journey and the founding of Combat Syndicate in Part 1, Sam now opens up about his difficult childhood—including time spent in a homeless shelter—and how those early struggles shaped his passion for mentoring troubled and underprivileged youth through martial arts and community.

🧠 In Part 2, You’ll Learn:

• Why mentorship matters more than material support
• How Sam is creating safe spaces for youth through martial arts
• Real stories of teens whose lives were transformed at Combat Syndicate
• How to scale a mission-driven business while preserving its culture
• Behind-the-scenes insight into Sam’s experience on The Blox
• Sam’s advice to those who feel stuck, overlooked, or unsupported

🔗 Missed Part 1?

Watch it here → https://youtu.be/b7gx4JG7wUo?si=eELikMNlOIrsinMu

🔗 Connect with Sam Lionelli & Combat Syndicate

Instagram: @hobosam_ @combatsyndicate

Facebook: / samuel.lionelli

https://combatsyndicate.org

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