At the stunning Mauna Lani Resort on Hawaii’s Big Island, Dearonne Bethea and Vince — co-founders of the Hawaii Millionaire Mindset Blueprint Conference — reflected on their transformation from military life to multimillion-dollar entrepreneurship.
What began as a small dream two years ago has evolved into a world-class experience that blends education, family, wealth-building, and lifestyle. Their mission remains simple and powerful: teach people how to build generational wealth through active income, smart investing, and ownership.
From Military Life to a Millionaire Mindset
Both Dearonne and Vince come from humble beginnings and long military careers. After retiring, they realized their purpose wasn’t just building wealth — it was teaching others how to do it too.
“I came from nothing,” Bethea shares. “Once I learned how to invest, I felt like God put me here to show others.”
That vision led to the creation of immersive, family-centered conferences hosted at world-class resorts like the Four Seasons and Mauna Lani, offering an elevated alternative to virtual classes or workshops.
These events unite learning and lifestyle — families vacation, network, and gain real wealth-building strategies together.
Building Wealth Through Active Income
The Millionaire Mindset Blueprint isn’t about quitting your job overnight. Instead, it teaches attendees how to use active income to purchase cash-flowing assets.
“You don’t have to be a millionaire to attend,” Bethea emphasizes. “We want W-2 employees, military veterans, soccer moms — anyone willing to level up.”
The core strategy includes:
- Investing in or acquiring small businesses and franchises
- Scaling those businesses to produce meaningful cash flow
- Taking profits ‘off the top’ and reinvesting into real estate
- Using multifamily and commercial assets to build passive income and gain tax advantages
This formula bridges the gap between active income and long-term wealth.
The Real Estate Professional (REP) Advantage
Vince highlights how becoming a Real Estate Professional (REP) transformed his finances.
By logging 750+ hours of active real estate participation, investors can offset active income using real estate losses — dramatically reducing taxes.
“It’s how the wealthy stay wealthy,” Vince explains. “They aren’t cheating. They’re following the rules and using the tax code the way it was written.”
Through Tri City Equity Group, Dearonne and Vince manage over 650 units and have exited multiple deals with 30–40% IRR, giving investors exceptional returns.
Franchising: The Next Frontier
When Vince separated from the Air Force after 15 years — just five shy of a pension — he decided to bet on himself. Using profits from his single-family portfolio, he purchased two Koala Insulation franchise territories.
He scaled quickly — growing to 12 territories across three locations, becoming one of the largest operators in the country.
“What started as a way to keep my active income became a multimillion-dollar business,” Vince says.
Meanwhile, Dearonne is creating his own franchise brand under the Band of Brothers Investment Group, blending real estate and retail innovation. The first locations will open in Texas before expanding into Hawaii.
“If I can build my own franchise,” Bethea says, “I can give others the chance to invest and earn royalties — not just pay them.”
The Power of Mindset & Multiplying Income
Dearonne’s current goal is bold: 100 streams of income.
With more than 65 already active, he believes that mindset determines scale.
“If you aim for 10, you’ll hit 10. Aim for 100, and you’ll surprise yourself,” he explains.
The key is building:
- Teams
- Systems
- Trust
- Leadership infrastructure
The Band of Brothers ecosystem now includes executives, HR leaders, and operations specialists — all aligned toward growth and legacy.
Scaling for Generational Impact
Their message extends far beyond business and money. Dearonne and Vince share a passion for financial education and family legacy — the type of learning that begins at home, not in academic institutions.
“If schools won’t teach it,” Bethea says, “then we have to teach it at the dinner table.”
The path forward is clear:
- Expand the multifamily portfolio across Dallas–Fort Worth
- Host more educational events
- Create accessible investment opportunities for everyday people
This isn’t just about generating wealth — it’s about transforming families for generations.
The Vision Ahead
As the 2023 conference concluded, the team was already planning the 2024 event — returning to the Four Seasons Oahu, where it all began.
The mission remains unchanged:
Educate. Empower. Elevate.
“We want people to see what’s possible,” Vince says. “If we can do it — coming from the military, starting at zero — so can you.”
From the beaches of Hawaii to boardrooms in Dallas, this movement is rewriting the blueprint for financial independence, legacy, and freedom.
