From sardines and rice to running a multimillion-dollar empire — this is the story of Ali Hemyari, founder of Nashville K9 and the Hemyari Family of Companies.

In this episode, Jason Duncan sits down in person with Ali at his state-of-the-art dog training facility in Franklin, Tennessee, to unpack how discipline, resilience, and grit built his success.

Ali shares how he went from being a broke college kid with a side hustle training dogs to running 10 companies — all while serving as a SWAT team operator, sniper, and pilot. He reveals why discipline matters more than talent, how to build a business that’s recession-proof, and what it truly takes to balance wealth, family, and purpose.

🗒️ Note: Around 9:22 in the episode, Ali mentions the year “1995” — the correct year should be 2005.

🎯 Takeaways:

• Why success requires grit more than talent


• How discipline becomes your biggest competitive edge


• Building a multimillion-dollar business without losing family balance


• What tactical training taught him about mental toughness

🎧 Listen now and discover how discipline, mindset, and purpose can change your business and your life.

Who is Ali Hemyari?

Ali Hemyari is a serial entrepreneur who started various businesses, from advertising to becoming a pet industry expert. He’s a multi-event triathlete, a helicopter and airplane pilot, a real estate guru, a certified SWAT Operator, a Sniper/Firearms Instructor, and a general try-hard, servant-hearted, overachiever who wants to make a difference in today’s world. 

He’s a husband and father, a God seeker, and an overall inspiring leader who hopes that his story can affect a significant change in someone who wants to be better, do more, accomplish, and help. Ali is also a philanthropist who loves humans. He hopes that his path can inspire others to do more, break their personal barriers and goals, and live a Godly life.

Ali Hemyari ’s Website Link:  NashvilleK9.com

Ali Hemyari ’s  Social Media Link: 

Instagram: @NashvilleK9

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