Arlan Sheets is a business growth strategist, systems engineer, and entrepreneur with a disciplined, results-driven approach forged through his military, corporate, and entrepreneurial experience. With over 20 years of leadership across defense contracting, manufacturing, hospitality, and general contracting, he excels in business development, operational efficiency, financial strategy, and systems architecture—empowering entrepreneurs to scale with confidence.

His military background instilled in him an unwavering commitment to discipline, strategic execution, and leadership under pressure. Serving in the U.S. Army, Arlan developed the ability to analyze complex challenges, execute structured solutions, and lead teams with precision in high-stakes environments. The rigorous training, attention to detail, and mission-oriented mindset he cultivated have been instrumental in his roles as Founder & President of AKM Solutions, Co-Founder of Olde Glory Ventures, and former President of Bohden Contracting Group.

Now, as the DFW Regional Cohort Leader for the Birthing of Giants Regional Cohort Program, Arlan applies this disciplined approach to guiding fast-growing business owners through a structured, peer-supported three-year growth journey. Certified by Birthing of Giants, he provides a battle-tested framework for optimizing management, leadership, revenue growth, financial planning, and capital market readiness.

With an MIT Sloan background in Systems Design & Management and a track record of success in both military and civilian sectors, Arlan brings strategic discipline, operational excellence, and leadership mastery to every business he helps scale. His mission: Build a tribe of business owners who lead with strength, scale with strategy, and thrive together.