At Veterans Farming Initiative - Two Goat Brands

Do What You Love

“‘Do what you love’ is a motto that I’ve really taken to heart. I’d never had a job I loved. I’ve had lots of jobs, but nothing I really felt at home about doing for the rest of my life. I was always disappointed in the pay or the training or the expectations that were set for me by companies that never gave me enough support & didn’t ever give me a chance to show them what I was capable of. After feeling that way for so long my journey into veteran entrepreneurship began & I haven’t looked back. I started VFI leveraging my hobbies, talents, & experience to create a business that is grounded in love & provides the greatest level of success that I can achieve for my clients.”

-Pat Johnson, Owner

Pat is a U.S. Navy veteran & entrepreneur from Montevallo, Alabama. He completed 5 years of active duty service & would receive an honorable discharge. During Pat’s enlistment as a Petty Officer 2nd Class - Gunner’s Mate, he would receive an Admiral’s Letter of Recognition, a Captain’s Commendation,  be awarded for good conduct, a Navy & Marine Corps Achievement Medal, Expeditionary Service & Deployment Medals & a Joint Service Achievement Medal among others. When he returned Pat developed a passion for agriculture & business & began seeking out opportunities for himself in the agribusiness sector. He is a recipient of the 2020 Farmer Veteran Coalition Fellowship Fund, a participant in the 2022 Main Street, USA CO.STARTERS program, winner of the Institute for Veterans & Military Veterans - 2020 Entrepreneurship Bootcamp for Veterans, Saint Joseph’s University Cohort III Pitch Competition, a 2021 Alabama Launchpad Cycle III State Finalist & winner of the 2022 Alabama Upstarts Episode 1 for his work on Veterans Farming Initiative - Two Goat Brands, Honey Based Spirits. He is a father, a beekeeper, lover of all animals, & loves making wine & moonshine. Pat is always looking for ways to expand his business & develop successful relationships with proud supporters & clients.