In this episode of Combat Vet Vision, Chief Aaron Seibert welcomes U.S. Air Force veteran Ed McLean, founder of Warriors2Racers (W2R). Ed shares how his nonprofit is helping veterans rediscover purpose, camaraderie, and teamwork through organized motorsports. Rather than simply offering race experiences, Warriors2Racers develops veterans into drivers, pit crew members, race engineers, and team volunteers while creating a mission-focused community that mirrors the bonds formed during military service.

Ed McLean is a U.S. Air Force veteran with more than 35 years of motorsports experience. A certified Motorsport Safety Foundation High Performance Driving Instructor, he founded Warriors2Racers to provide veterans with opportunities to reconnect through teamwork, leadership, and technical skills in organized racing. Warriors2Racers operates under the Resilience Racing Foundation and is entirely volunteer-driven.

Takeaways:

Combat Vet Vision serves as a vital platform connecting veterans, sponsors, and volunteers to foster community engagement.
The podcast features Ed McLean, a distinguished Air Force veteran who discusses his transition to motorsports.
Ed's Warriors Racers program aims to integrate veterans into motorsport through structured training and support networks.
The importance of camaraderie among veterans in high-pressure environments, such as endurance racing, is emphasized throughout the discussion.
Ed McLean shares personal experiences that inspired him to create programs aiding veterans facing similar challenges.
The episode outlines the processes and opportunities available for veterans interested in pursuing careers in motorsports.

Resources & Links

Warriors2Racers

https://www.warriors2racers.org

Resilience Racing Foundation

https://www.resilienceracingfoundation.org

Track Heroes

https://trackheroes.org

Grace After Fire

https://graceafterfire.org

The Follow-On Mission

https://thefollowonmission.org

Combat Vet Vision Team